Handheld Fiber Inspection Microscope

Descriptions

This Fiber Inspection Microscope produces a high-quality, low-distortion image of both the connector end and the fiber. With a high-intensity coaxial illumination system and a 200X or 400X magnification (Both provide excellent views of the ferrule end face. We recommend 400x magnification for single-mode and 200x magnification for large-core fiber like multi-mode or SMA905 etc.), this microscope is powerful enough to offer a clear image of the fiber core as well as the surrounding cladding. The field of view of this microscope is approximately Ø600μm, which in addition to imaging the fiber core and cladding also allows the inspection of the adjacent ferrule to ensure the necessary quality of your terminations.

It produces excellent detail of scratches and contamination with its good optical performance and integrated laser safety filters. It is the clear choice for critical examination of polish quality. Light is introduced into the optical path (axis) so that it comes out the tip of the objective and strikes the sample perpendicular to the fiber end-face.

Features

• The Built-in LED Light - Produce lighting into an optical path which enables an optimal view and lighting for your examinations and inspections at any time.
• Flexible Focusing Wheel - Smooth focus control, easy access to inspecting every connector.
• Universal Adapter for 1.25mm and 2.5mm Fiber - Check out scratches, contamination, and other conditions on FC/SC/LC fiber optic jumpers/pigtails quickly.
• Exquisite Workmanship - Ergonomic design and controls for easy one-hand operation.

Specifications

Operations

Fiber Inspection

1. Attach the desired Adapter to the front of the Fiber Inspection Microscope.

2. Insert the terminated fiber into the fiber insert entrance of the adapter.

3. View the fiber end face through the Eyepiece by pressing on the on/off LED switch(Illumination).

5. Adjust the Focus Control on the Eyepiece to provide the clearest view of the fiber.

To inspect the full surface area of fibers with larger cores or fibers with angled faces, it may be necessary to rotate the fiber connector. This is also useful for differentiating between contaminants on the face of the fiber connector and those on the scope optic itself. In order to see the entire field of view, the rubber eyepiece should be as close as possible to the operator's eye. Operators who normally wear eyeglasses should remove them to fully inspect the fiber. Please note that under normal operation, the focus adjustment knob should not be

rotated to its limits. Doing so repeatedly may cause the unit to fail over time.

Safety

Under NO circumstances should this fiber inspection scope be used to view illuminated fibers.

This Fiber Inspection Scope is equipped with an attenuating laser safety filter to reduce the risk of accidentally viewing active fiber emissions. The safety filter offers measured attenuation values of 41 dB of attenuation at 1310 nm, 34dB at 1550 nm, and 13 dB of attenuation at 850 nm. However, it should be stressed that in spite of the protection offered, under no circumstances should an actively emitting fiber be viewed with a visual inspection scope. Since many of the wavelengths of light used in the fiber optic industry are invisible to the naked eye, the natural aversion reflex to viewing bright light is suppressed, resulting in potentially longer periods of accidental exposure, which can lead to permanent eye damage. This scope may focus the laser light on active fiber signals; direct eye contact with focused laser light should be avoided. Laser safety filters, as used in the Fiber Inspection Scope, are no substitute for practicing good laser safety.

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