B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. is an ISO 9001:2008-certified manufacturer of optoelectronic products used in defense and law enforcement applications. The company’s core technologies includes tactical laser devices, hail and warning systems, long-range surveillance, and integrated technology systems and applications. Our products fulfill mission-critical military requirements, homeland security, and federal and local law enforcement needs domestically and internationally.
Meyers Optoelectronic Systems, a division of B.E. Meyers Advanced Photonics, manufactures laser and sensor solutions for the unmanned systems industry. In addition to providing commercial off-the-shelf components, we can develop a tailored solution for your particular unmanned vehicle platform, applying state-of-the-art technology to meet your size, weight and power requirements.
Meyers Optoelectronic Systems has extensive expertise in a wide variety of laser and sensor technologies, including range-finders, illumination, eye safe lasers, semiconductor lasers, Diode Pump Solid State Lasers (DPSS) and Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers (VCSEL).
NanoPoint
The NanoPoint is a miniaturized laser pointer designed for easy incorporation into both existing unmanned systems and new platforms under development. It is available in four power output variants: 50, 100, 150 and 200mW. Other lower power modes can be configured by the user via Pulse Width Modulation. The NanoPoint is effective over medium distance ranges.
| Model Number | 852-UAV-NP50 / NP100 / NP150 |
| Output Power | 50 – 90 – 150 mW Typical |
| Wavelength | 852 nm @ 25 °C |
| Beam Divergence [V x H] | 0.3 x 0.6 mrad [0.018 x 0.036 deg] |
| Control Interface | 24-gauge wires, 12 in (3 each) |
| Fire Command [CW] | Ground-specified wire |
| Fire Command [Pulse] | Modulate fire command to 2kHz |
| Power Requirements | +4.0 to +5.5V dc at <300 mA |
| Housing | 6061-T6 aluminum, Alodine® coating [Class 1 chemical conversion coated] |
| Dimensions [L x D] | 1.500-in long x 0.500-in diameter |
| Mounting Surface | 0.5-in diameter cylinder |
| Weight | 0.55 oz [15g] |
| Operational Temperature | -40 to +71 °C |
| Maximum Altitude | 12,000 ft operation 50,000 ft storage |
| Export | Not USML Controlled *150 m W laser maybe commerce controlled |
Features
- Compact size, lightweight and low power consumption
Output power 150 mW at 852 nm - Constant optical power; independent of ambient temperature or supply voltage variations
- CW or pulsed (via modulation)
- Wide operating temperature range (-40 to +85 °C)
- Designed and tested for high shock and vibration environments
- Environmentally sealed housing IP67
Benefits
- Enhances products with long-range pointing and illumination capabilities
- Easily integrated into space-constrained designs
- Increases effectiveness with rapid point of interest
- Commercially available OEM laser module
Applications
- Marking points of in infrared
- Long-range pointing at night
- Law Enforcement / Border Security / Defense / Industrial
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NanoPoint EyeSafe
The NanoPoint EyeSafe is a Class I eye-safe version of the NanoPoint laser pointer. Outputting 610µW of fixed output power in a precisely focused point, the laser is effective over short distance ranges.
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NanoPoint Flex
The NanoPoint Flex is a two-piece laser pointer component with separate laser head and driver housings that has been designed for integration into limited-space applications such as small unmanned aircraft systems. It is available in four power output variants: 50, 100, 150 and 200mW. Other lower power modes can be configured by the user via Pulse Width Modulation. The NanoPoint Flex is effective over medium distance ranges.
| Model Number | 852-UAV-NP51 / NP101 / NP151 |
| Output Power | 50 – 90 -150 mW Typical |
| Wavelength | NIR |
| Beam Divergence | Point |
| Control Interface | 24-gauge wires, 12 in (3 each) [pwr,grd,fire] |
| Fire Command Fire | FIRE line low activates |
| Power Requirements | +4.0 to +5.5V dc at <100 mA |
| Housing | 6061-T6 aluminum, chemical conversion coated, Class 3, Type II |
| Dimensions [laser head] | < 1” |
| Mounting Surface | 0.5-in diameter cylinder |
| Weight | <10g |
| Export | Not USML Controlled |
Features
- Compact size, lightweight and low power consumption
- Output power 50 mW
- Constant optical power; independent of ambient temperature or supply voltage variations
- CW or pulsed (via modulation)
- Wide operating temperature range
- Designed and tested for high shock and vibration environments
- Environmentally sealed housing IP67.
Benefits
- Enhances products with long-range pointing and illumination capabilities
- Easily integrated into space-constrained designs.
- Increases effectiveness with rapid point of interest
- Commercially available OEM laser module.
Applications
- Marking points of interest in infrared
- Long-range pointing at night.
- Law Enforcement / Border Security / Defense / Industrial
More Information: NanoPoint Flex
PicoPoint Series
The PicoPoint series of IR laser pointers is a compact and lightweight family of lasers with a variety of output powers ranging from eye safe up to 50mW. The lasers are effective over short to medium ranges.
| Model Number | 852-COM-PP1-ES, -PP30, &PP50 |
| Output Power | 0.75mW, 30mW, 50mW typical @ 20°C |
| Wavelength | 852nm |
| Beam Divergence [V x H] | 0.4 x 0.6 mrad typical @ 20°C |
| Fire Command | Apply Power 100μS Rise Time |
| Power Requirements | +3.0 to +5.5V dc |
| Housing | Brass 360 |
| Dimensions [L x D] | 7mmØ x 22mm long |
| Mounting Characteristics | 6.7mm Ø cylinder |
| Weight | 0.07 oz [2g] |
| Operational Temperature | -10 to 55 °C |
| Maximum Altitude | 40,000 ft 12,000 m |
| Export | Not USML Controlled |
Features
- Compact size, lightweight and low power consumption
- Constant optical power; independent of ambient temperature or supply voltage variations
- Wide operating temperature range (-10 to +55 °C)
- Designed for shock and vibration environments
- Environmentally sealed housing IP67.
Benefits
- Enhances products with IR pointing and illumination capabilities
- Easily integrated into space-constrained designs
- Increases effectiveness with rapid point of interest identification
- Commercially available OEM laser module.
Applications
- Short to medium-range pointing at night
- Law Enforcement / Border Security / Defense / Industrial
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UltraPoint Series
The UltraPoint Series features three different two-piece near-infrared laser pointers designed for ISR platforms where space may be at a premium. Each laser can be configured with three output modes (low, high, modulation) and is effective over longer distances.
The UltraPoint laser is available in Standard (1 mrad), NDL (Narrow Divergence Laser, 0.55 mrad) and WDL (Wide Divergence Laser, 6 mrad) variants.
| Model Number | 428-UAV-210-53 |
| Output Power | Low: 380 mW High: 780 mW Pulse: 4 per second |
| Wavelength | 860nm |
| Beam Divergence | 1.0 x 0.55 mrad |
| Control Interface | Discrete – High, low & pulse |
| Power Requirements | 5.V dc @ <1.5A |
| Operational Temp | -40°-+71°C |
| NOHD | 343m @ High Power |
| Housing | Aircraft aluminum, black anodize. Stainless steel hardware. |
| Dimensions | Laser Head: 4.5 x1.7×1.4 in Driver: 3.0×2.3×0.7 in |
| Weight | Laser Head: 4.5 oz Driver: 5.5 oz |
| Environmental | MIL-STD for Environmental, EMI, Shock & Vibration |
Features
- Precision pointing accuracy
- 800 mW in a compact, two piece design
- Low, high, & pulse operation
- Wide operating temperature range
- Optional power & divergence configurations available
- Low power consumption
- Lightweight.
Benefits
- Enhances products with long-range pointing and illumination capabilities
- Easily integrated into space-constrained designs
- Increases effectiveness with rapid point of interest identification
- Commercially available OEM laser module.
Applications
- Marking points of interest in infrared
- Long-range pointing or illumination
- Law Enforcement / Border Security / Defense / Industrial
More Information: UltraPoint Series
AeroMark
The AeroMark is a very high power 2.5W near-infrared laser component designed for integration into EOIR systems. The laser provides a collimated beam that can be used for pointing or illumination for higher magnification sensors, and is effective over longer ranges.
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PrecisionPoint Series
The PrecisionPoint Series of near-infrared lasers has been designed to assist low-light, high-magnification sensors on board unmanned vehicles.
The PrecisionPoint laser is available in Standard (1 mrad) or NDL (Narrow Divergence Laser, 0.55 mrad) variants. Both are effective over longer ranges and feature low power, high power and modulated modes of operation.
| Model Number | 428-UAV-202-102 |
| Output Power | Low: 375 mW High: 770 mW Pulse: Customer Controlled |
| Wavelength | NIR |
| Beam Divergence | Point |
| Control Interface | High, low power, and pulse |
| Power Requirements | +4.0 to +5.5V dc at <300 mA |
| Housing | 6061-T6 aluminum, anodized, stainless steel hardware. |
| Dimensions | < 5” |
| Weight | < 250g |
| Export | Controlled |
Features
- Precision pointing accuracy.
- 800 mW in a compact, one piece design.
- Low, high, & pulse operation.
- Wide operating temperature range.
- Optional power & divergence configurations available.
- Low power consumption.
- Lightweight.
Benefits
- Enhances products with long-range pointing and illumination capabilities.
- Easily integrated into space-constrained designs.
- Increases effectiveness with rapid point of interest identification.
- Commercially available OEM laser module.
Applications
- Marking points of interest in infrared.
- Long-range pointing or illumination.
- Law Enforcement / Border Security / Defense / Industrial
More Information: PrecisionPoint Series
UltraMark
The UltraMark is a very high power 3.6W near-infrared laser component designed for integration into EOIR systems. The laser provides a collimated beam that can be used for pointing or illumination for higher magnification sensors. It is effective over longer ranges and features low power, high power and modulated modes of operation.
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SafeSpot
SafeSpot is a 15 mW Class 1M laser component designed for integration into both existing unmanned systems and new platforms under development where Class 1 operation is essential. It provides a tightly collimated beam that maintains optical power density over long distances while achieving Class 1M levels from the aperture.
| Model Number | 852-COM-SS15 |
| Output Power | 15 mW ±20% |
| Wavelength | NIR |
| Beam Divergence | Point |
| Control Interface | 24-gauge wires, 12 in (4 each) [pwr, com, case, fire] |
| Fire Command [CW] | Logic level control |
| Fire Command [Pulse] | Pulse to 2kHz capable |
| Power Requirements | +4.0 to +5.5V dc at <100 mA |
| Housing | 6061-T6 aluminum |
| Dimensions [L x D] | < 7” |
| Weight | < 350g |
| Laser Class / NOHD | Class 1M / 0 m |
| Export | Not USML Controlled |
Features
- Tightly collimated beam for long range operation
- Low power consumption
- Output power 15 mW. Lower power achieved via pulse width modulation of fire input
- Wide operating temperature range
- Designed and tested for high shock and vibration applications
- Environmentally sealed housing IP67.
Benefits
- Class 1M eye safe from aperture to infinity
- Enhances NIR pointing capabilities
- Increases effectiveness with rapid point of interest identification
- 6 km effective use with standard NODs
- Commercially available OEM laser module.
Applications
- Marking points of interest in infrared
- Long-range pointing at night
- Law Enforcement / Border Security / Defense / Industrial
More Information: SafeSpot
IZLID EP
The IZLID EP is a rugged externally powered 200 mW laser designed for use in harsh environments. The laser mode can be manually set to high power, low power or pulse, and can be set up as a pointer or an illuminator by manually rotating the laser lens for the desired divergence. The laser can also be adjusted for azimuth and elevation.
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DetectPoint
The DetectPoint is a compact dual beam and divergence near-infrared laser component that incorporates a 100mW pointer and 500mW illuminator, allowing for simultaneous target detection and pointing. It has been designed to easily integrate into an end-use unmanned system, thus enhancing overall capabilities.
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DetectPoint D
The DetectPoint D is a high-performance 700mW version of the DetectPoint dual beam and divergence near-infrared laser.
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MilliPoint Green
The MilliPoint Green is a 75mW visible green direct diode laser that features stability over a wide temperature range in a compact form factor. It has been designed to easily integrate into end-use products such as unmanned vehicles, enhancing the overall capabilities of the system.
| Model Number | 520-COM-MP75 |
| Output Power | 75 mW ± 15% |
| Wavelength | Visible Green |
| Beam Divergence | Point |
| Control Interface | 24-gauge wires, 12 in (4 each) [pwr, gnd, fi re, temp] |
| Fire Command [CW] | Ground-specified wire |
| Fire Command [Pulse] | Modulate up to 60 Hz |
| Power Requirements | +4.0 to +5.5V dc at Typical 250 mA |
| Housing | 6061-T6 aluminum, Alodine® coating [Class 1 chemical conversion coated] |
| Dimensions [L x D] | < 3” |
| Weight | < 50g |
| Export | Not USML Controlled |
Features
- Compact size, lightweight and low power consumption.
- Output power 75 mW in visible green.
- Constant optical power; independent of ambient temperature or supply voltage variations.
- CW or pulsed (via modulation).
- Wide operating temperature range with heat sinking.
- Designed and tested for high shock and vibration environments.
- Environmentally sealed housing IP67.
Benefits
- Enhances products with long-range pointing capabilities.
- Easily integrated into space-constrained designs.
- Increases effectiveness with rapid point of interest identification.
- Commercially available OEM laser module.
Applications
- Marking points of interest in the visible spectrum.
- Long-range pointing at night, shorter in day.
- Law Enforcement / Border Security / Defense / Industrial
More Information: MilliPoint Green
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