The new generation PLS-CS300 xenon lamp: smaller, stronger, faster!

In photocatalytic and photo-assisted multi-field synergistic catalytic experiments, the light intensity of the light source is one of the key physical parameters determining the reaction rate. According to the fundamental laws of photochemistry, under conditions where catalyst active sites are sufficient and there are no mass transfer limitations, the reaction rate is generally positively correlated with the incident photon flux density. Higher light intensity means that more electron-hole pairs are excited and generated per unit time, directly enhancing the kinetic efficiency of photocatalytic hydrogen production, pollutant degradation, and other reactions. Experimental data show that when the input light intensity exceeds an effective threshold, the intrinsic quantum efficiency of most semiconductor catalysts can be more fully realized, which is especially significant for multi-electron reactions that require overcoming higher activation energy barriers (such as CO₂ reduction). Therefore, stable and sufficient light intensity output is an important guarantee for shortening reaction cycles and obtaining reliable experimental data. A stable and powerful xenon lamp light source will be the best partner and tool in catalytic applications.

However, some popular xenon lamp light sources currently on the market face two prominent limitations: first, at the same nominal power level, their effective light intensity acting on the reaction system is generally limited, restricting the upper limit of reaction efficiency; second, the design of popular products has limitations in maintenance convenience and system integration, mainly reflected in the more complicated bulb replacement, especially since the xenon lamp’s anode and cathode need to be tightly and fully connected with the power supply and heat dissipation conductive structure, otherwise causing large contact resistance, increased light source power consumption, and severe local heating of the bulb. Additionally, some devices are overall bulky, which restricts users with limited experimental space or those needing integration into enclosed reaction systems (such as glove boxes). To address these issues, Porfire, while maintaining the overall equipment price unchanged, has launched a brand-new generation of popular xenon lamp light source — PLS-CS300 Xenon Lamp Light Source.

Compared with previous models and popular xenon lamp light sources on the market, the PLS-CS300 Xenon Lamp Light Source has the following three major advantages:

Stronger: Significant Increase in Light Intensity

The PLS-CS300 Xenon Lamp Light Source has significantly improved output optical power through lamp body structural adjustments and light-guiding structure optimizations. According to preliminary test results, under different current conditions (with the same arrangement distance and other conditions), the optical power increased by over 30%. Such an increase in optical power will significantly promote more, faster, and broader photocatalytic applications.

Faster: Convenient Bulb Replacement

Replacing bulbs in other xenon lamp light sources usually requires dismantling the chassis and heat dissipation structure, which is relatively complicated. The PLS-CS300 Xenon Lamp Light Source features a special structural design that allows bulb replacement to be completed in just six steps — “Loosen, Rotate, Clean, Blow, Replace, Tighten” — taking less than 4 minutes, saving over 20 minutes compared to other light sources.

Smaller: Compact Size for Flexible Adaptation and Integration

The PLS-CS300 Xenon Lamp Light Source is lighter and more compact compared to other light sources, with the lamp box volume reduced to about 1/3 and the power supply box volume reduced by about 25%.

This also makes the PLS-CS300 Xenon Lamp Light Source more suitable for adaptation and integration with various light-driven multi-field synergistic catalytic devices, such as Porfire’s latest photo-thermal and photoelectrochemical system devices.

The PLS-CS300 Xenon Lamp Light Source can adapt to various application scenarios. We believe that with its outstanding performance, it will provide you with stronger application empowerment. For inquiries, call: 400-1161-365

▷ Application Fields  

[Photocatalysis] Water splitting for hydrogen/oxygen production, overall water splitting, CO₂ reduction

[Photodegradation of Gaseous Pollutants] Such as VOCs, formaldehyde, nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, etc.

[Photodegradation of Liquid Pollutants] Such as dyes, benzene and benzene derivatives, etc.

[Photocatalytic Quantum Efficiency Measurement, PEC Photoelectrochemistry, Photosynthesis, Membrane Photocatalysis, Photochromism, etc.]

The new generation PLS-CS300 Xenon Lamp Light Source empowers photocatalytic and photo-assisted multi-field synergistic catalytic experiments with higher light intensity, more convenient operation, and smaller size, helping to drive scientific breakthroughs.