KI 9800 Series Optical Light Source
Optical Communications Test Applications
• Single mode, multimode or POF/PCS cable loss testing
• Continuity testing
• Visual Fault Finder (VFL) option
• General testing & maintenance
Revision 30
The KI 9800A series Shirt-pocket Fiber Source is used to test optical loss, multi-fiber polarity checking or fault finding in all optical fiber systems, at 1 to 3 wavelengths.
High productivity, high stability, rugged construction and ease of use combine to achieve superior measurement confidence.
Features
• Source or VFL options for all fiber types
• Rugged shirt-pocket size with spring clip
• Excellent optical power stability
• Excellent re-connection repeatability
• Interchangeable connectors
• Long battery life
• Low-skill Limited Feature mode
• Multi-Fiber ID tone source feature
• Mode controlled multimode sources
• Eye-safe long distance VFL to 10 Km
• Autotest compatibility with other instruments
• Large sunlight readable display
• 3-year warranty & calibration cycle
• Made in Australia
KI 9800 Series - Optical Light Source The KI 9800A Pocket Fiber Source is used for loss testing, polarity checking or fault finding on single mode, multimode, PCS or plastic optical fiber (POF) cable. Tough construction includes general moisture resistance, rubber corners and proven ability to withstand drops of over 2 meters onto a hard surface. It meets the general requirements of MIL PRF 28800F Class 2. Interchangeable optical connectors are dust and drop protected. An SC adaptor is supplied; other styles include the popular LC. Use of metal-free adaptors avoids contamination of connectors in high power systems. Reconnection repeatability is < 0.1 dB, resulting in exceptional practical source stability. When used with an Autotest compatible Power Meter or Loss Test Set, one button multi-wavelength loss testing is achieved. Test tones can be used with a compatible Power Meter or clip on identifier for fiber detection, polarity checking, fault finding and route location. When used with a Multi-Fiber ID compatible Power Meter, multiple sources can be set up to uniquely identify up to 12 fibers at a time. 1310 / 1490 / 1550 / 1625 nm laser sources are ideal for single-mode testing, with KI 9600 or KI 2600 series power meters. 850 / 1300 nm LED sources are ideal for multimode testing, in combination with KI 9600 or KI 2600 series power meters. They meet the Encircled Flux (EF) standard compliance to provide the most consistent and reliable testing results. 650 / 660 nm LED source options are ideal for POF testing, in combination with the KI 9600XL or KI2600XL series power meters. The 850 nm VCSEL source for multimode fiber testing should only be used to meet special requirements. The 635 nm laser VFL Visual Fault Locator with Class 1 eye safety is optimized for maximum visibility on short distance applications. The 650 nm laser VFL Visual Fault Locator with Class 2M eye safety is optimized for long distance applications up to 10 Km. Both VFL options offer much improved eye safety compared to pen-style units when unplugged, and feature PC or APC interchangeable / replaceable connectors, tone / wink function, rugged case and AAA batteries. A Limited Feature Mode enables a site manager to lock and track instrument settings to reduce measurement skill, and improve both test confidence and traceability. OPTICAL Specifications 1310 or 1310/1550 nm Laser 1310/1625 nm Laser 1310/1490/ 1550 nm Laser 1310/1550/ 1625 nm Laser 635 nm Laser 650 nm Laser 850 nm VCSEL 850 / 1300 nm LED 660 nm LED Comments Output power (dBm) @ Fiber Type (mm) 0 @ 9/125 0 @ 9/125 -4 @ 9/125 -4 @ 9/125 -2 @ 9/125 +7 @ 9/125 -2 @ 62.5/125 -20 @ 62.5/125 -22.5 @ 50/125 -6 @ 1 mm POF, -13 @ 200 PCF ± 1 dB3 Short term stability (dB) 0.041 0.061 0.041 0.061 N/A N/A 0.121 0.01 0.01 For 15 min, typical ± D 2°C, after warm up Stability over temp (dB) 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 N/A N/A 0.8 0.35 0.35 Typical, over temperature l initial tolerance (nm) 20 20 20 30 5 5 20 N/A 15 At 25 °C l width, nm 3 3 3 3 3 3 < 1 N/A 25 FWHM, typical l nm/°C 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.4 NA Typical Mode Controlled Source N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Mode controlled2 N/A Reconnection repeatability (dB) 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.05 N/A 95 % confidence Modulation 270 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz ± 2 % Blinking 2 Hz N/A N/A N/A N/A Yes Yes N/A N/A Yes Output power level Adjustable over 3 dB in 0.1 dB steps Fixed Fixed Fixed Note 1: orL < -25 dB Note 2: Multimode source mode distribution @ 50/125 is compliant with the following standards: IEC 61280-4-1 {Ed.1.0}, TIA/EIA 526-14A and TIA TSB-178. Note 3: Only applicable to outputs @ fiber types, 9/125 mm, 62.5/125 mm, 1 mm POF. Accuracy for output @ 200 mm PCF is ± 2 dB. GENERAL Specifications Parameters Value Battery life Size Weight Laser/LED source: 40/35 hours in Autotest, typical 124 x 81 x 25 mm / 4.9 x 3.2 x 1.0” 0.15 kg / 0.33 lb. Shipping 0.5 kg / 1.1 lb. Operating / Storage Relative Humidity Case 15 to 55 °C / -25 to 70 °C 0 ~ 95% Polycarbonate with captive dust cap, 2.5-meter drop tested Power Multi-fiber ID Calibration cycle 2 Alkaline AAA cells. Selectable auto-off, low battery indicator Up to 12 fibers 3 years Class 1 or 2 Laser / LED infrared device. These are eye safe under all circumstances. ORDERING INFORMATION Please enquire for non-standard connectors, APC connector, and laser / LED wavelengths etc. STANDARD ACCESSORIES Description Quantity Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/SC 50 & 62.5 µm fiber mandrel wraps set (OPT701) for MM LED source 1 1 Quick guide 1 Soft carry pouch (OPT156) 1 Wrist strap QA certificate 1 1 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Description Part number Option, accessories pack KI9000, includes: i) ST metal-free interchangeable connector adaptor (OPT040) ii) LC metal-free interchangeable connector adaptor (OPT076) iii) Soft carry pouch (OPT156) OPT148 quantity: 1 quantity: 1 quantity: 1 iv) AAA alkaline batteries quantity: 2 This instrument is supplied with metal-free sleeve optical interchangeable connector adaptors. The power meter works with both PC and APC connectors. The visible laser connector ferrule type is fixed and customer specified as either PC or APC. Green is associated with APC. OPTIONAL INTERCHANGEABLE CONNECTOR ADAPTORS Description Part number Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/FC OPT051 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/LC, metal body OPT076 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/ST OPT040 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/D4 OPT055 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/MU OPT080 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/LSA-DIN47256 OPT071 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/E2000 OPT060 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/E2000 Green OPT060G Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/Universal 1.25 mm OPT084 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/Universal 2.5 mm OPT081 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, SC/POF multi OPT0774 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Metal Sleeve, SC/SMA 905/906 OPT082 Option, Hybrid Adaptor, Ceramic Sleeve, SC/F3000 or LC Simplex, plastic body OPT072 Note 4: For Mini Toslink, unterminated POF cable, HFBR series (simplex and duplex), 2.5mm. The user turns the turret to the required hole size. Actual hole size 3.85, 3.5, 3.2, 2.55, 2.4, 2.3 mm x 8.5 mm deep The light source is made for either PC and APC connectors at time of order. Universal connector adaptors may result in reduced performance when used with a light source. History Record Revision Date Editor Change Description 30 14/6/2017 TO Ng OPTICAL SPECIFICATIONS section: - added output power(-13dBm) and accuracy (±2dB) @ 200um PCF. - Added Note 3 to indicate condition for the output accuracy specifications. Reason for change: see attachment below…
-321 @ 9.5/125
650 nm VFL only is Class 2M. Warning! Eye hazard if viewed with magnifying device. Compliant with IEC60825-1 and 21CFR1040.10.
