FGC-G Fiber Glass Geometry Measurement System

Specifications

Accepted Fiber Diameter: 50 – 1000 um
Core Diameter (Single Mode): < 0.05 µm
Core Diameter (Multimode): < 0.08 µm
Cladding Diameter (Single Mode): < 0.05 µm
Cladding Diameter (Multimode): < 0.05 µm
Core Non-Circularity (Single Mode): < 1.0%
Core Non-Circularity (Multimode): < 0.5%
Cladding Non-Circularity: < 0.1%
Core-to-Cladding Concentricity (Single Mode): < 0.06 µm
Core-to-Cladding Concentricity (Multimode): < 0.05 µm
Measurement Time: < 1 minute (including fiber preparation)
Weight: 11kg (with carry case 33kg)
Size: 0.5 x 0.5 x 0.2 m
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Features

  • Special Fiber Measurement: Capable of measuring dual-clad, octagonal, and other special fibers with precision.
  • Darkfield Illumination: Provides a clear view of the fiber end-face for accurate analysis.
  • Standards Compliant: Ensures accuracy and reliability in measurements, adhering to IEC-60793-1-20 annex B standards.
  • Compact and Robust Design: Built for durability and ready for production environments.
  • Fast and Consistent Measurements: Achieves repeatable fiber geometry measurements in seconds.
  • Traceable Calibration: Offers assurance in measurement accuracy with traceable calibration.
  • Versatile Fiber Handling: Compatible with Arden and Fujikura/FITEL/Sumitomo fiber holders.
  • Internal LED Illumination: Provides consistent and fully filled core launch conditions for precise measurements.
  • High-Speed Automated Measurements: Utilizes video grey-scale technique for direct measurement of fiber geometry parameters.
  • Model Variants:
    • FGC-GT: Optimized for fibers of 125µm diameter, ideal for single and multimode telecom fibers.
    • FGC-GS: Measures fibers up to 1mm diameter, perfect for specialty fibers like octagonal and dual-cladding fibers.
  • Precision Specifications:
    • Core Diameter: < 0.05 µm (Single Mode), < 0.08 µm (Multimode)
    • Cladding Diameter: < 0.05 µm
    • Core Non-Circularity: < 1.0% (Single Mode), < 0.5% (Multimode)
    • Cladding Non-Circularity: < 0.1%
    • Core-to-Cladding Concentricity: < 0.06 µm (Single Mode), < 0.05 µm (Multimode)
  • Quick Measurement Time: Less than 1 minute, including fiber preparation.
  • Portable Design: Weighs 11kg, with a total of 33kg when including the carry case.
  • Compact Size: Dimensions of 0.5 x 0.5 x 0.2 meters.

Applications

  • Development and Manufacturing of Telecom Fibers: Ideal for measuring single and multimode telecom fibers.
  • Specialty Fiber Measurement: Capable of measuring specialty fibers such as dual-clad and octagonal fibers.
  • Production Environments: Compact, robust, and reliable design makes it suitable for production use.
  • Standards Compliance: Provides accurate measurements in compliance with standards like IEC-60793-1-20 annex B.
  • Repeatable and Consistent Measurements: Ensures consistent fiber geometry measurements in seconds.
  • Traceable Calibration: Offers traceable calibration for reliable results.
  • Fiber Handling Capability: Compatible with Arden and Fujikura/FITEL/Sumitomo holders.
  • Core Launch Conditions: Equipped with an internal LED for consistent and fully filled core launch conditions.