Frequently Asked Questions

The PFOSS is used for a wide range of applications in the fiber optic industry, including extinction ratio measurements, polarization dependent loss (PDL) measurements, and product manufacturing and quality control.

The PFOSS features a high polarization extinction ratio of up to 40 dB, stable output power, a wide range of available wavelengths, a rugged and compact design, and a wide range of connector receptacles. It also offers optional high power versions, adjustable output power, and a motorized rotator with sub-degree resolution.

Yes, the PFOSS allows users to adjust the polarization axis to their desired angle. The motorized version offers a high resolution of 0.1 degree.

Yes, there are different versions available. One version features a polarization maintaining fiber attached, with the output polarization aligned with the slow axis of the fiber. Another version is the motorized version, which is configured with a motorized rotor controlled via an external touch screen with a dedicated Graphical User Interface (GUI).

To improve stability, OZ-Optics recommends using angled connectors and receptacles for optimum stability. Selecting a super luminescent diode instead of a laser diode can also improve the stability of the polarization reading. Additionally, highly stable polarized fiber optic laser sources (HIPFOSS) with Peltier coolers and isolators are available for even greater stability.

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