Atec Rifocs-255A User Manual
Fiber, Tools, 255a
1340 Flynn Rd. Camarillo, CA 93012
Phone: (805) 389-9800 Fax: (805) 389-9808
http://www.rifocs.com
RIFOCS Corporation
Fiber Optic Instruments & Components
fiber
TOOLS
™
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1300nm wavelength
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Stable calibrated output
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Proven, reliable, and compact design
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Easy to use—two buttons control all
essential functions
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Continuous wave and modulated output
modes
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Precision Universal Connector Interface
(UCI) adapts to all industry standard fiber
optic connectors
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Long battery life—more than 24 hours of
continuous operation
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User-selectable auto-shutoff
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AC power converter and adapter available for
prolonged or benchtop use
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Rugged and splashproof
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Controlled launch condition versions
available—contact RIFOCS Corp. for more
information
Key Specifications
Applications
255A
1300nm LED Source
Features
Nominal wavelength
1300nm
Wavelength range
1270-1345nm
Max. spectral width
150nm
Stability, 1 hour
±0.05dB
Power output into:
100/140µm GI MM
-20dBm
62.5/125µm GI MM
-20dBm
50/125µm GI MM
-21dBm
9/125 SM
-38dBm
Power output uncertainty
±0.5dB
Insertion Loss and Link Loss Testing
Paired with a RIFOCS 555B or 557B optical power
meter, the 255A serves as an ideal 1300nm LED
source for testing the insertion loss of multimode and
single-mode fiber optic cables and connectors. The
255A can also be used with an optical power meter
for link loss testing of installed cable plants.
With a calibrated launch optimized for 62.5/125µm
graded-index multimode fiber, the 255A LED source
is particularly useful for testing and maintaining local
area networks (LANs), premises networks, fiber dis-
tributed data interfaces (FDDI), and some telecom-
munications systems. The 255A may also be used for
other multimode and single-mode fiber types.
The 255A LED source is fitted with a precision
Universal Connector Interface (UCI), which ensures
maximum accuracy and repeatability when perform-
ing critical measurements on fiber optic systems. A
comprehensive range of UCI adapters is available for
all industry standard fiber optic connectors.
In addition, controlled launch condition versions of the
255A are available to meet the demanding require-
ments of military, aerospace, shipboard, and trans-
portation applications. Call RIFOCS Corp., or your
local RIFOCS representative for more information.