Optical Power Meters
Multi-channel optical power meters from 1 to 16 channels for single mode and multimode fiber, offered in two InGaAs head configurations. Controlled from the front panel or remotely in bench top, rack mount and integrated test platform builds.
Technical overview
Two model families are published. The GM8012B mainframe with a GM83001E or GM83002 head covers 800-1700 nm with a power range of -85 to +3 dBm or -65 to +23 dBm, relative uncertainty under 0.02 dB typical and linearity inside plus/minus 0.06 dB. The GM8045B covers 850-1700 nm at -70 to +3 dBm with relative accuracy under 0.05 dB typical. Both are specified at plus/minus 4% absolute accuracy, return loss above 40 dB, a two-year recalibration period and USB or RS-232 remote control. Bench top covers 1-2 channels; 1-16 channels is available in rack mount, remote control only.
Features
- Models GM8012B+GM8300X & GM8045B
- From 1 to 16 Channels
- Single Mode & Multimode
- High Accuracy
- Wide Dynamic Range
- Wide Power Linearity
- High Stability
- Front Panel & Remote Control
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model - configuration A | GM8012B + GM83001E / GM8012B + GM83002 |
| Detector Type - GM8012B+GM8300X | InGaAs |
| Wavelength Range - GM8012B+GM8300X | 800 to 1700 nm |
| Power Range - GM8012B+GM83001E | -85 to +3 dBm |
| Power Range - GM8012B+GM83002 | -65 to +23 dBm |
| Fiber Types - GM8012B+GM8300X | Standard SM and MM up to 62.5 µm core size |
| Absolute Accuracy - GM8012B+GM8300X (850/980/1310/1490/1520-1625 nm) | ±4 % |
| Uncertainty (Accuracy) at Reference Condition - GM8012B+GM8300X | ±4 % |
| Relative Uncertainty at Reference Condition - GM8012B+GM8300X | < 0.02 typical dB |
| Linearity (Power) - GM8012B+GM83001E (1200-1610 nm, 0 to -60 dBm) | ≤ ±0.06 dB |
| Linearity (Power) - GM8012B+GM83002 (1200-1610 nm, +20 to -40 dBm) | ≤ ±0.06 dB |
| Return Loss - GM8012B+GM8300X | > 40 dB |
| Recalibration Period - GM8012B+GM8300X | 2 years |
| Remote Interface - GM8012B+GM8300X | USB or RS-232 |
| Model - configuration B | GM8045B |
| Detector Type - GM8045B | InGaAs |
| Wavelength Range - GM8045B | 850 to 1700 nm |
| Power Range - GM8045B | -70 to +3 dBm |
| Fiber Types - GM8045B | SM and MM up to 62.5 µm core size |
| Absolute Accuracy - GM8045B (850/980/1310/1490/1550/1625 nm) | ±4 % |
| Relative Accuracy - GM8045B | < 0.05 typical dB |
| Power Linearity - GM8045B (850/980/1310/1490/1550/1625 nm, 0 to -45 dBm) | ≤ ±0.06 dB |
| Return Loss - GM8045B | > 40 dB |
| Recalibration Period - GM8045B | 2 years |
| Optical Input - GM8045B | Bulkhead connector or universal connector adapter |
| Remote Interface - GM8045B | USB or RS-232 |
| Channel Count | 1 to 16 channels |
| Dimensions W x H x D (1-2 channel benchtop) | 25 x 11 x 33 cm |
| Weight (without power meter head) | 2.3 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +40 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -30 to +80 °C |
Applications
- Bench top optical power measurement
- Rack mount and integrated test platform power monitoring
- Multi-channel automated manufacturing test
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