• LIDT Tests

    Sometimes referred to as threshold tests, these are the definitive test for a sample. An LIDT (Laser Induced Damage Threshold) test gives the highest energy/power density value that your sample can withstand. The customer receives the test results in the format of a full damage report summarising the numerical details on the first page.

    LIDT tests are described here on our FAQs page. This description applies to both Pulsed tests and CW tests. CW tests are more difficult to perform and take longer than Pulsed.

  • PASS/FAIL Certification

    A PASS/FAIL test gives a PASS/FAIL result for a customer-specified energy/power level. It is a simpler assessment, which does not reveal the damage threshold. The customer receives a single page certificate.

    Both Pulsed and CW PASS/FAIL tests are described here on our FAQs page.

  • Additional Information

    We are happy to give you any additional information that your tests produce, often considered a most valuable extra.

  • Customer Defined Laser Damage Tests

    Please contact us to discuss your requirements. Other damage related tests are available:

    • Laser Damage Longevity and Durability Tests
    • All tests are available at a wide range of wavelengths, repetition rates, and pulse durations.
    • Affordable Coating Chamber Mapping
    • Smart methodology is used along with accurate, multiple laser-damage assessments to affordably map out all regions of your coating chamber.

  • BRL specialise in high-power, pulsed and CW laser damage testing. We offer a wide variety of wavelengths and beam parameters. All instrumentation is calibrated to NIST or BS standards. All LIDT tests are performed to ISO 21254-1, 21254-2, 21254-3, and 21254-4 guidelines.