Coherent Corp. Unveils Advanced Laser Power Meters: FieldMax Touch and FieldMax Touch Pro
SAXONBURG, Pa., January 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR), a prominent leader in the photonics sector, has officially introduced its latest innovations: the FieldMax Touch and FieldMax Touch Pro. These sophisticated laser power and energy meters are designed to integrate lab-grade performance into both production settings and field service environments.
Enhanced Features of FieldMax Touch Series
The FieldMax Touch series is crafted to replace the outdated FieldMate and FieldMaxII platforms. Key features of these new meters include:
- Modern 5-inch color touchscreen for intuitive operation
- Robust Ethernet and USB connectivity for seamless data transfer
- Compatibility with Coherent’s comprehensive range of DB25 sensors
Additionally, the FieldMax Touch Pro model distinguishes itself with an industry-leading capability of 1 kHz pulse-by-pulse energy measurement utilizing advanced pyroelectric sensors.
Meeting Industry Demands for Precision and Portability
The growing requirement for high-accuracy, user-friendly laser diagnostics across multiple sectors—including manufacturing, quality assurance (QA), research and development (R&D), and service—necessitates portable meters. The FieldMax Touch series addresses this need by delivering the precision, analytics, and connectivity typically found in laboratory consoles, features missing in previous handheld models.
“FieldMax Touch brings true lab-grade diagnostics into the factory and the field,” stated Torsten Rauch, Senior Vice President of the Solid State Business Unit at Coherent Corp. “With decades of Coherent expertise behind it, this platform provides the measurement integrity our customers depend on — now available in a compact, network-ready handheld device that standardizes workflows across lab, production, and service teams globally.”
Specifications and Variants Available
The FieldMax Touch series comes in two variants:
- FieldMax Touch: Designed specifically for power-only measurements
- FieldMax Touch Pro: Offers capabilities for power measurement along with 1 kHz energy capture
With shared interfaces, user interface (UI), and mounting accessories, deploying these meters across large facilities becomes streamlined. The FieldMax Touch meters complement Coherent's extensive sensor portfolio, the LabMax Touch console, and a wide range of industrial, scientific, and instrumentation lasers.
Upcoming Showcase and Availability
Coherent will feature the FieldMax Touch and FieldMax Touch Pro at Photonics West 2026. General availability is expected by late January 2026, with the first shipments anticipated in mid-February 2026.
About Coherent Corp.
Coherent is acknowledged as a global leader in photonics, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation across various sectors, including datacenters, communications, and industrial markets. Established in 1971 and operating in over 20 countries, Coherent offers an unparalleled technology stack combined with supply chain resilience and global scale, empowering customers to tackle their most challenging technological obstacles.
For more information, visit us at coherent.com.