ILX Precision Fiber Optic Source FOS79800C 1527.99 nm, 196.2 THz
The ILX Lightwave FOS-79800C is a precision fiber optic source emitting at 1527.99 nm (196.2 THz), designed for demanding optical component and system testing applications. It provides stable and accurate optical power for precise measurements.
- Model
- ILX Lightwave FOS79800C
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $430
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- FOS79800C
This unit
The ILX Lightwave FOS-79800C is a precision fiber optic source module engineered for optical component and system testing. Operating at 1527.99 nm (196.2 THz), it delivers stable optical power with wavelength stability of ±0.003 nm and output power stability better than 0.005 dB RMS. This module integrates coherence control for SBS suppression and internal synchronous modulation capability to 500 kHz, making it suitable for laboratory and production test environments demanding high accuracy and reliability.
Technical Specifications
- Center Wavelength: 1527.99 nm
- Operating Frequency: 196.2 THz
- Wavelength Stability: ±0.003 nm
- Output Power Stability: <0.005 dB RMS
- Wavelength Resolution: 1 pm (0.001 nm)
- Optical Interface: FC/APC connector
Key Features
- Coherence Control for SBS suppression and power stability
- Internal Synchronous Modulation: 1–500 kHz range with 100% depth, 50% duty cycle
- Processor-controlled modulation mode with TTL-level outputs (normal and inverted)
- Rear panel modulation input for external synchronization
- GPIB/IEEE-488 and RS-232 control interfaces
- Plug-in module design for FOM-7900B mainframe integration
Optical Performance
- Maximum Output Power: up to 10 mW (standard configuration)
- Power output to 20 mW available in alternative models
Compatibility & Integration Designed as a plug-in module for the ILX Lightwave FOM-7900B Fiber Optic System Mainframe. FOS-79800E modules with firmware version 6.1 or higher are recommended for FOM-7900B mainframes running version 3.4 or higher firmware.
ILX Lightwave FOS79800C — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the ILX Lightwave FOS79800C. Calibration covers output power at specified wavelengths, wavelength accuracy, 15-minute output stability, and modulation frequency accuracy where applicable. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common ILX Lightwave FOS79800C faults: laser diode end-of-life (output below spec), fiber output connector damage, output instability. Common repairs include laser diode replacement when output falls below spec, fiber output connector repair, and thermal management service.
ILX Lightwave FOS79800C price
This ILX Lightwave FOS79800C is listed at $430. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
ILX Lightwave FOS79800C calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the ILX Lightwave FOS79800C is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers output power at specified wavelengths, wavelength accuracy, 15-minute output stability, and modulation frequency accuracy where applicable. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
