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| Compact photonic tools Optical Return Loss Meter (cORL-A1) |
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The cORL-A1 provides a compact, intuitive Optical Return Loss Meter designed to enable applications ranging from simple continuity verification and return loss testing to integration into process automation equipment designed for automated alignment.
A simple intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) and keypad minimizes training requirements. A universal serial bus (USB) interface may be used for test automation interfacing to a PC. While connected by USB, the cORL-A1 does not require an additional mains connection, reducing cord tangle. The unit comes equipped with internal battery backup for quick measurements around the lab or for use during power outages. |
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Product Specifications: |
| Parameters |
cORL-A1 |
| ORL Mode |
| Peak wavelength |
1310, 1490, 1550, 1625 nm |
| Wavelength accuracy |
±20 nm |
| Fiber type |
SMF-28 |
| Spectral width |
<5 nm |
Return loss range
- Single wavelength
- Multi wavelength |
-0 to 70 dB
-0 to 50 dB |
| Resolution |
0.01 dB |
| Return loss accuracy |
±0.7 dB (0 to 50 dB)
±0.9 dB (50 to 60 dB) |
| FPL Mode |
| Maximum output power |
0 dBm |
| Attenuation range |
7 dB |
| Attenuation resolution |
0.01 dB |
| Modulation |
CW, 270 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz |
| Stability |
0.02 dB (15 min)/0.2 dB (8 hr) |
| OPM Mode |
| Wavelength range |
1260 to 1650 nm |
| Power range |
–70 to +6 dBm |
| Display resolution |
0.01 dB/0.001 μW |
| Fiber type |
Singlemode Fiber (SMF) |
| Uncertainty at reference condition* |
1 ±0.4 dB |
| General |
| Connector type |
FC/PC or FC/APC |
| Recalibration period |
1 year |
| Warm-up time |
5 min |
| Operating temperature |
-10 to +55°C |
| Humidity |
Non-condensing |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
88 x 250 x 210 mm (3.46 x 9.84 x 8.27 in) |
| Weight |
1.8 kg (4 lbs) |
| Remote interface |
USB (through virtual com port driver) |
Powering options
- Mains
- USB
- Battery back-up |
Auto sensing
- 100 to 240 V AC, 50 to 60 Hz
- Direct from USB, no main required
- 60 min |
| Power consumption (AC) |
1.1 W |
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| *Reference condition: –20 dBm (CW), 1310 ±1 nm, 23 ±3°C, to 75% RH, 9 μm |
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Applications:
- Serves as a general purpose lab tool
- Performs return loss testing of FTTx and passive optical components
- Performs return loss testing of optical connectors and cables
- Monitors back reflection during alignment process
Key Features:
- Provides versatility with optical power, return loss, and light source in single unit
- Operates at four key FTTx wavelengths (1310, 1490, 1550, and 1625 nm)
- Combines two or three laser versions on a single output
- Dynamic range of 65 dB for return loss measurements
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