ModCon Mode Controller for Aerospace Multimode Fiber Measurements
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Description
Measurements of loss and bandwidth in multimode fibers are known to be highly dependent on the modal condition of the light source used for the measurement. For example, OTDR and LS/PM loss measurements can differ significantly simply because an OTDR uses a laser source and not an LED. Now there is a way to dramatically improve agreement AND ensure you meet international standards at the same time - the ModCon. The ModCon is a passive device which ensures that the correct launch conditions are achieved independent of the light source used. This results in more accurate measurements, better agreement between different test sets, and compliance with the 85/85% launch conditions called for in various aerospace standards. Every ModCon is tested using an MPX Modal Explorer to ensure that its output meets the standard regardless of the modal distribution of the input.
ModCon Mode Controller for Aerospace Multimode Fiber Measurements
Specifications |
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| Light Source: | 850 - 1300 nm |
| Modal Launch: | 50 um |
Features
- Source Independent Mode Control: The ModCon Mode Controller is designed to improve measurement accuracy by ensuring stable launch conditions for multimode fiber measurements, regardless of the light source used.
- Compliance with Aerospace Standards: Achieve 85/85% launch conditions to meet international standards, crucial for aerospace applications.
- Enhanced Measurement Accuracy: With ModCon, ensure more accurate measurements and better agreement between different test sets, reducing discrepancies in OTDR and LS/PM loss measurements.
- Passive Device: The ModCon is a passive device that ensures correct launch conditions are achieved without the need for active components.
- Tested for Quality: Every ModCon is tested using an MPX Modal Explorer to ensure output meets the standard, regardless of input modal distribution.
- Easy Integration: Simply fit the ModCon between the test set and the Fiber Under Test for seamless operation.
- Technical Specifications:
- Launch condition for Modal Controllers in 62.5/125 fiber.
- Launch condition for Modal Controllers in 50/125 fiber.
- Insertion Loss: Typically less than 5.0dB at 850nm for both 50µm and 62.5µm fibers.
- Dimensions: 165mm x 105mm x 32mm
- Weight: 380gm
- Optional Certificates: A Certificate of Conformance or a Test Certificate (850 and 1300nm) detailing measurement specifications are available.
- Mode Control Patchcords:
- MC-FC-50-E-85: Delivers an 85/85% modal launch into 50µm core fiber from an 850 or 1300nm light source with FC connectors.
- MC-FC-62-E-85: Delivers an 85/85% modal launch into 62.5μm core fiber from an 850 or 1300nm light source with FC connectors.
- MC-LC-50-E-85: Mode control patchcord with LC connectors (additional details not provided).
Applications
- Improve Measurement Accuracy: Fit the ModCon to your light source to enhance the precision of your measurements.
- Ensure Stable Launch Conditions: Achieve consistent launch conditions for multimode fiber measurements.
- Meet 85/85% Launch Conditions: Comply with the launch conditions required by various aerospace standards.
- Compatibility: The ModCon is a passive device that works with any light source, ensuring the correct launch conditions are achieved.
- Better Agreement Between Test Sets: Improve the consistency of results between different test setups.
- Compliance with International Standards: The ModCon ensures compliance with international standards for modal launch conditions.
- Tested with MPX Modal Explorer: Each ModCon is tested to ensure its output meets the standard, regardless of input modal distribution.
- Simple Integration: Easily fit the ModCon between the test set and the Fiber Under Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ModCon is a passive device that ensures the correct launch conditions are achieved independent of the light source used for multimode fiber measurements.
The ModCon improves measurement accuracy, ensures stable launch conditions, and meets 85/85% launch conditions called for in various aerospace standards.
The ModCon is fitted between the test set and the Fiber Under Test to ensure the correct launch conditions are achieved independent of the light source used.
The insertion loss at 850nm 50µm is typically < 5.0dB and 62.5µm is typically < 5.0dB.
The maximum and minimum values for intensity (% of max) at 5, 15, and 75% are 44.0/40.8, 52/45, and 33/20 respectively.