Multi-Channel Optical Power Monitor with USB Interface

Specifications

Power Range (input) High Sensitivity: -50 - +15 dBm
Power Range (input) High Power: -40 - +25 dBm
Insertion Loss No VOA High Sensitivity: < 0.4 dB
Insertion Loss VOA High Sensitivity: < 1.2 dB
Insertion Loss No VOA High Power: < 0.2 dB
Insertion Loss VOA High Power: < 1.0 dB
Wavelength Range: 1520 – 1620 nm
Optional VOA Attenuation Range: >20 dB
Operating Temperature: 0 – 40 C
Storage Temperature: 0 – 60 C
Case Materials: Aluminum
Dimensions 2 / 4 Channels: 4” x 4” x 1”
Dimensions 8 Channels: 6” x 6” x 1”
Weight: < 2 lb
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Features


  • Multi-Channel Power Monitoring: Detects output power on multiple optical channels over a wide 60dB optical power range.

  • High Sensitivity and High Power Options: Input power range of -50 to +15 dBm for high sensitivity and -40 to +25 dBm for high power.

  • Low Insertion Loss: Less than 0.4 dB without VOA and less than 1.2 dB with VOA for high sensitivity; less than 0.2 dB without VOA and less than 1.0 dB with VOA for high power.

  • Absolute Accuracy: ±0.2 dB ensures precise power measurement.

  • Wide Wavelength Range: Operates effectively between 1520 nm and 1620 nm.

  • High Return Loss: Greater than 70 dB for minimized signal reflection.

  • Polarization Performance: Polarization dependent loss of less than 0.01 dB and polarization stability of less than 0.25 dB without VOA and less than 0.4 dB with VOA.

  • Fast Response Time: Optical power dependent response time of less than 0.1 second.

  • Optional Analog Output: Responsivity of 1 mV/dBm (default) to 10 mV/dBm with an output impedance of 40 kOhm.

Applications


  • Optical Communication Networks: Monitor and manage optical power across multiple fibers in live networks.

  • Fiber Optic Testing: Ideal for lab setups and field measurements requiring precise multi-channel power detection.

  • Equipment Calibration: Supports calibration and verification of optical transceivers and amplifiers.

  • Optical Power Control: Optional VOA models enable controlled attenuation for system optimization.