Many fiber optic network bids and Requests For Quote (RFQ) are citing cabling standards to specify the set of guidelines (such as fiber length) that the network installer must follow during the network installation. Adherence to such standards is meant to ensure the quality of the installation and guarantee that the network will perform as it was designed.
The process of testing a network installation to ensure its adherence to specified standards is called certification, and often requires hard-copy documentation as proof of adherence to standards. The Fiber OWL 4 BOLT SM Test Kit contains the tools necessary for certifying fiber optic links against a myriad of popular cabling standards in singlemode networks.
The Fiber OWL 4 BOLT optical power meter is multimode and singlemode ready, and contains a user-friendly Fiber Link Wizard that performs link budget calculation (including integrated fiber link length testing), and sets a reference value using the characteristics of the link. This reference is the PASS/FAIL threshold and is calculated against the chosen standard. Up to 1000 fiber runs may be stored, then serially downloaded to a PC for report generation using our OWL Reporter software. It also includes intelligent automated testing functions, such as automatic dual-wavelength storage and auto-wavelength recognition, which reduce testing time and human error.
The WaveSource SM fiber optic light source contains all four popular industry-standard wavelengths in a single unit, designed for accurate testing and certification of singlemode (1310nm & 1550nm) networks. Its dual- wavelength outputs are temperature-stabilized for accurate measurements.
The WaveSource SM has a built-in auto-wavelength switching protocol designed to synchronize the wavelength of the Fiber OWL 4 BOLT with the current output wavelength. Three connector options are available (ST, SC, and FC), and is upgradeable to include 850 & 1300nm multimode sources. Please select connector choice at checkout.
Features:
Certification of singlemode fiber links at 1310nm and 1550nm
Auto-wavelength recognition and automatic data storage reduce testing time and human error
Integrated fiber optic length tester for accurate link length measurements
Data storage for up to 1000 data points including run labels, fiber type, and link information including link name, date, reference power values, fiber length, and number of splices and interconnects
Built-in loss wizard for calculation of maximum allowable loss values (link budget)
RS-232 interface for continuous data logging, report printing, or data downloading
OWL Reporter software for printing formatted fiber certification reports
Absolute or relative mode for giving you instant pass/fail results
Selectively view, delete or resample data points
Specifications:
Fiber OWL 4 BOLT Optical Power Meter
Detector Type
InGaAs
NIST Traceable
850nm, 1300, 1310nm,
Wavelengths
1550nm
Additional Wavelengths
980, 1490, 1625nm
Optical Power Measurement Range
+5 to -70 dBm
Accuracy
±0.15 dB
Resolution
0.01 dB
Battery Life
up to 100 hours (9V)
Connector Type
Universal
Data Storage Points
up to 1000
Download Data Points
OWL Reporter Software
Power Units Displayed
dBm, dB, μW
Modes of Operation
Simple / Certification
Optical Fiber Length Measurement Range
up to 25 km
Optical Fiber Length Measurement Accuracy
±2.5 meters
Battery Capacity Display
Yes
Backlight
Yes
NIST Traceable
Yes
Auto-shutdown
Yes
Serial Port Diagnostic
Yes
Operating Temperature
-10 to 55 C
Storage Temperature
-30 to 70 C
Width
3.48”
Height
6.48”
Depth
1.1”
Weight
373g (12 oz.)
WaveSource SM Fiber Optic Light Source
Launch Method (singlemode)
FP Laser
Connector
ST, SC, or FC
Center Wavelength (1310nm) Center Wavelength (1550nm)
1310 ±30nm
1550 ±30nm
Spectral Width (FWHM; 1310nm)
Spectral Width (FWHM; 1550nm)
2nm
2nm
Output Power (singlemode)
-10.0 dBm
Initial Accuracy
0.1 dB
Ouput Modes
Continuous Wave Modulated
Battery Life
up to 30 hrs.
Battery Type
9V alkaline
Battery Capacity Display
Yes
Operating Temperature
0 to 55° C
Storage Temperature
0 to 75° C
Width
2.75”
Height
4.94”
Depth
1.28”
Weight
154g
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