PD300 Sensor Fiber Adapters
PD300 Sensor Fiber Adapters
These fiber-optic connector adapters mount directly to Ophir PD300 optical power sensors to enable fiber-optic power measurement.
- Adapt your PD300 sensor to measure optical fiber power
- ST, SC, FC and SMA versions
- Fiber adapter mounting bracket is not required See All Features
| Compare | Description | Drawings, CAD & Specs | Avail. | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7Z02210PD300 ST Fiber AdapterFiber Adapter, ST Type | In Stock | ||||
| 7Z02212PD300 SMA Fiber AdapterFiber Adapter, SMA Type | 4 Weeks | ||||
| 7Z02213PD300 FC Fiber AdapterFiber Adapter, FC Type | In Stock | ||||
 | 7Z08221PD300 SC Fiber AdapterFiber Adapter, SC Type | In Stock | ||||
 | 7Z08216PD300-IRG FC Fiber AdapterFiber Adapter, FC Type | In Stock | ||||
 | 7Z08222PD300-IRG SMA Fiber AdapterFiber Adapter, SMA Type | In Stock |
Features
Measuring beams coming out of a fiber
When you need to measure a beam coming out of a fiber, there are some parameters that might have a somewhat different meaning than they do when referring to "regular" beam measurements. Missing some of these points could lead to incorrect measurement, and possible equipment damage. This video clarifies some issues you'll need to keep in mind so you can set up and perform this measurement correctly.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can the PD300 be used with the filter in and with fiber adapter at the same time?Answer
Yes, the adapter is arranged so the user can use it either with filter out or in.
- When using the fiber optic adaptor, how do we handle power loss due to the fiber relative to calibration?Answer
All Ophir power meters, including photodiode power meters, have an air gap between the fiber tip and the sensor. Therefore they measure the power emitted by the fiber into the air and do not take into account any reflection losses there are in the fiber. Therefore, if in actual use, the fiber will be coupled with no loss to another element, then the losses should be added to the reading. These losses are usually about 4%. Thus if the reading on the Ophir meter is say 100 mW, then in lossless use, the real power will be 104 mW.
- Do the fast photodiode detectors (FPD & FPS-1) have attenuators and fiber adapters available for them?Answer
Yes, there are a variety of accessories such as attenuators and fiber adapters available for the FPD & FPS-1 Fast Photodiode Detectors. Fast Photodiode Detectors are used for displaying temporal pulse shape on an oscilloscope. Please note that in order to mount these accessories to the FPS-1 you will need the SM1-to-M20 adapter 1G02259. This is mentioned in the catalog spec page but is sometimes missed. No adapter is needed for FPD models.
- Do I need to recalibrate my instrument? How often must it be recalibrated?Answer
Unless otherwise indicated, Ophir sensors and meters should be recalibrated within 18 months after initial purchase, and then once a year after that.
- To connect a fiber to an Ophir sensor, why do I need 2 items – an “Adapter” and a “Mounting Bracket”Answer
The idea is used with most (though not all) sensors; the fiber optic connectors are standard (such as FC, SMA, etc.), but the sensors are all different in their mechanics, so we use the standard FO connectors but provide in addition mounting brackets for connecting the FO connectors to the various sensors.
