Fiber Optics Test Equipment Catalog
INTRODUCTION ABOUT OWL - Optical Wavelength Laboratories, Inc. (OWL) was founded over five years ago with the idea that high-quality, accurate, and user-friendly test equipment can be affordable. Since then, OWL has become well accepted globally in the fiber optics industry, upholding its commitment to providing quality, yet affordable fiber test equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FIBER OWL 4 SERIES OPTICAL POWER METERS 1 FIBER OWL 4 SERIES FIBER OPTIC TEST KITS 2 MICRO OWL SERIES OPTICAL POWER METERS 3 MICRO OWL SERIES FIBER OPTIC TEST KITS 4 WAVETESTER SERIES OPTICAL POWER METERS 5 WAVETESTER SERIES FIBER OPTIC TEST KITS 6 ZOOM SERIES OPTICAL POWER METERS 7 ZOOM SERIES FIBER OPTIC TEST KITS 8 WAVESOURCE SERIES MM/SM FIBER OPTIC LIGHT SOURCES 9 DUAL OWL MM / LASER OWL SM FIBER OPTIC LIGHT SOURCES 10 HOOTS/LASER HOOTS MM/SM FIBER OPTIC TALK SETS
Fiber Optic Test Equipment Description The Fiber OWL 4 is a highly accurate hand-held optical power meter, capable of performing a wide range of functions from simple optical power and loss measurements to standards-based link certification. Its builtin Link Wizard walks the user through a series of steps, prompting the user to pick the parameters of their link under test, and sets an optical reference based on these parameters.
Description Fiber OWL 4 Series test kits are ideal for the fiber optic professional who requires standards-based certification of fiber links, including TIA-568, ISO 11801, various Ethernet standards, among others. The Fiber OWL 4 can also be configured with custom standards to meet the needs of various fiber optic applications. All Fiber OWL 4 Series test kits come with a Fiber OWL 4 Series optical power meter and a Wavesource light source, and can also include a visual fault locator.
Fiber Optic Test Equipment Description The Micro OWL is a highly accurate hand-held optical power meter, capable of performing a wide range of functions from simple optical power and loss measurements to standards-based link certification of TIA-568-B.3 networks. Its built-in Link Wizard walks the user through a series of steps, prompting the user to pick the parameters of their link under test, and sets an optical reference based on these parameters.
Fiber Optic Test Equipment Micro OWL Series Optical Loss Test Kits Description Micro OWL Series test kits are ideal for the fiber optic professional who requires standards-based certification of TIA-568-B.3 fiber links, as well as quick link-budget based optical loss measurements. All Micro OWL Series test kits come with a Micro OWL optical power meter and a multimode and/or singlemode light source, and can also include a visual fault locator.
Fiber Optic Test Equipment Description Specifications The WaveTester is a highly accurate hand-held optical power meter, capable of performing a wide range of functions from simple optical power and loss measurements to standards-based link certification.
Description WaveTester Series test kits are ideal for the fiber optic professional who requires standards-based certification of fiber links, including TIA-568, ISO 11801, various Ethernet standards, among others. The WaveTester can also be used to certify links using custom standards to meet the needs of various fiber optic applications. All WaveTester Series test kits come with a WaveTester optical power meter and a Wavesource light source, and can also include a visual fault locator.
Fiber Optic Test Equipment Description Specifications NIST-traceable Wavelengths (nm) 850, 1300/1310, 1550 The ZOOM is an accurate hand-held optical power meter, capable of measuring optical power and loss in a wide range of test environments, including LAN, MAN, WAN, Telco, CATV, Manufacturing, and Laboratory. Its 2.5mm universal connector port is able to connect to a wide variety of popular fiber optic connectors, including SC, ST, & FC. An optional 1.
Description ZOOM Series test kits are ideal for the fiber optic professional who requires quick and simple optical power and loss measurements. All ZOOM Series test kits come with a ZOOM Series optical power meter and a multimode and/or singlemode light source, and can also include a visual fault locator. Accessories include: a hard-shell carrying case, protective rubber boots, carrying straps, 9-volt batteries, NIST-traceable certificate of calibration, and a CD-ROM containing product manuals.
Fiber Optic Test Equipment WaveSource Series Light Sources can be bundled with a Fiber OWL or WaveTester optical power meter for accurate automatic dual wavelength optical power and loss measurements in both multimode and singlemode fiber links. See page 2 for more details about Fiber OWL Series kits, and page 6 for WaveTester Series kits. Description Specifications WaveSource series fiber optic light sources offer the fiber optic professional a wide range of options for their testing needs.
Specifications Light Source Center Wavelength 1310 1550 FREE LANYARD WITH EACH UNIT 1310 ± 30 nm 1550 ± 30 nm Spectral Width 1310 1550 2 nm 2 nm Output Power -10.0 dBm (FP Laser) standard high-power + 0.0 dBm (FP Laser) Continuous Wave Output Modes Ordering Info 645.00 LO-1310xx Laser OWL 1310 (1310nm) LO-1550xx Laser OWL 1550 (1550nm) 825.00 LO-1xx Laser OWL (1310/1550nm) 1195.00 LO-1310xx-HP Laser OWL 1310 High-Power (1310nm) LO-1550xx-HP Laser OWL 1550 High-Power (1550nm) 995.
Fiber Optic Test Equipment Description Specifications HOOTS stands for High Output Optical Talk Set. HOOTS Series fiber optic talk sets use our light source technology to convert your voice into optical signals, and provide full-duplex communications using a pair of terminated optical fibers. These talk sets are a reliable alternative to wireless communications systems used within a premise environment due to their electromagnetic immunity.
Specifications Launch Method Red Laser Output Power >1 mW Output Modes CW / Flash Visual Range up to 5 kilometers Battery Life 15 hours Low Battery Indicator Yes Connector Style ST Dimensions 4.94” x 2.75” x 1.28” Ordering Info PCVFL Precision-Coupled Visual Fault Locator 295.
Fiber Optic Test Equipment VOLT (Visual Optical Length Tester) Optical Length Testers Visual Optical Length Tester (VOLT) Description The VOLT uses a visible laser that can measure fiber links of up to 1.5 kilometers, and is accurate to within ±2.5 meters. In addition to length testing, the VOLT’s high-intensity laser permits it to do double duty as a visual fault locator, and a pulsing mode allows for easy visual fiber identification.
Fiber Optic Test Equipment BOLT-NL (Beaming Optical Length Tester) Optical Length Testers OWL Optical Length Tester Technology OWL optical length testers offers a unique, low-cost alternative for users who need to measure the length of optical fibers. Fiber installations are increasingly required to have fiber length measurements to comply with bid requirements.
Description Specifications The Fiber OWL 4 ORL is a highly accurate hand-held optical return loss meter, designed to measure the return loss of singlemode fiber networks. Additionally, it can be used for a wide range of functions from simple optical power and loss measurements to standards-based link certification of singlemode fibers.
Description OWL Fiber To The Home (FTTH) Series test kits are ideal for the fiber optic professional who requires quick and accurate testing of FTTH links at 1310, 1490, and 1550nm, the wavelengths specified for use in the ITU G.983.3 FTTH PON standard. Three models are available: KIT-FO4ORL-FTTH: includes a Fiber OWL 4 ORL meter and WaveSource FTTH singlemode laser source, and allows the user to see Pass/Fail readings of optical loss and optical return loss on the screen in the field.
Carrying Cases Our hard-shell carrying cases are an excellent way to keep all of your OWL fiber optic gear together in one place, and provide additional protection from accidental droppage. Convenient pick-and -place foam inserts allow you to configure the case to best suit your needs. Three sizes are available: small, medium, and large. CASE-SM ORDERING INFORMATION CASE-SM Small carrying case 28.00 CASE-MD Medium carrying case 37.00 CASE-LG Large carrying case 38.
Fiber Optic Test Equipment Accessories Patch Cords Quality patch cords are vital to the success of optical power and/or link loss measurements, and ensure that test results are accurate and reliable. Many patch cord options are available, depending upon application, fiber type, and connector style, and can be added to an OWL test kit for a complete test solution. Patch cords are offered in 1 meter lengths only. Each patch cord purchase is covered under a one-time, 30-day replacement policy.
100x Multimode Fiber Inspection Scope A dependable fiber inspection scope is a vital part of any fiber optic professional’s tool kit. Inspecting patch cord connector endfaces before attaching them to equipment or patch panels saves time and effort, and ensures a quality connection. This 100x fiber inspection scope is an excellent low-cost option for inspecting multimode fiber connectors, and is one of the most dependable on the market, with a proven track record of quality views and affordability.
Advantages of Using a Fiber Optic Certification Test Kit Test kits containing a certification-ready optical power meter and fiber optic light source are the best option for fiber network certification, preferably ones that come pre-configured with fiber cabling standard loss parameters. These kits ensure that the network meets the end-to-end loss requirements based on industry-accepted cabling standards.
