Exfo FPM-300 830nM Fiber Optic Optical Power Meter
The Exfo FPM-300 is an 830nm optical power meter designed for testing and troubleshooting fiber optic networks. It accurately measures optical power levels, ensuring optimal network performance. Ideal for field technicians and network engineers.
- Model
- Exfo FPM-300
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $439
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- FPM-300
This unit
The EXFO FPM-300 is a handheld optical power meter engineered for field measurement and troubleshooting in fiber optic networks. This 830 nm–calibrated variant delivers precise power level measurements across multiple wavelengths, making it essential for FTTx deployments, PON testing, and general network diagnostics. Built for field technicians and network engineers, it combines high measurement accuracy with automated wavelength recognition and encrypted referencing protocols to minimize errors and reduce on-site setup time.
Technical Specifications Measurement Range & Accuracy
Power range: 10 dBm to –60 dBm (FPM-302) or 26 dBm to –50 dBm (FPM-302X)
Displayed range: Down to –65 dBm (FPM-302) or –50 dBm (FPM-302X)
Power uncertainty: ±5% ± 0.1 nW (FPM-302) or ±5% ± 10 nW (FPM-302X)
Resolution: 0.01 dB
Screen refresh rate: 3 Hz Wavelength Support
Calibrated wavelengths: 830 nm, 850 nm, 980 nm, 1300 nm, 1310 nm, 1450 nm, 1490 nm, 1550 nm, 1590 nm, 1625 nm (10 standard calibrations)
Display units: dB, dBm, W
Tone detection: 270 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz Power & Environmental
Power source: AC adapter or three AA batteries
Battery life: Up to 300 hours
Operating temperature: –10 °C to 50 °C
Storage temperature: –40 °C to 70 °C
Relative humidity: 0% to 95% non-condensing
Dimensions: 185 mm × 100 mm × 55 mm
Weight: 0.4 kg
Key Features
Automatic wavelength recognition via encrypted digital protocol when paired with EXFO FLS-300 Light Source or FOT-300 Optical Loss Test Set
Distant referencing using signal encryption for remote power reference transmission
Automatic offset nulling to eliminate manual calibration under normal operation
FTTx-ready with PON support at ITU-T G.983.3 recommended wavelengths (1310 nm, 1490 nm, 1550 nm)
Typical Applications
Passive Optical Network (PON) commissioning and troubleshooting
Fiber-to-the-premises (FTTx) deployment verification
Optical loss and power level measurement in multi-wavelength networks
Field diagnostic testing across telecommunications infrastructure
Compatibility & Integration Works with EXFO's FLS-300 Light Source and FOT-300 Optical Loss Test Set for coordinated automated measurements. Includes user guide, calibration certificate, AC adapter, batteries, wrist strap, carrying case, and connector adapter (FOA-XX).
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | 10 dBm to –60 dBm (FPM-302) |
| displayed to –65 dBm (FPM-302) or –50 dBm (FPM-302X) | Wavelength Range | 1300 nm, 1310 nm, 1450 nm, 1490 nm, 1550 nm, 1590 nm, 1625 nm, 830 nm, 850 nm, 980 nm |
Exfo FPM-300 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Exfo FPM-300. Calibration covers detector responsivity at 850, 1310, 1490, 1550, and 1625 nm, absolute power accuracy, linearity across the full dynamic range, and reference power level. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Exfo FPM-300 faults: detector contamination, damaged FC/PC input port, display failure. Common repairs include detector port cleaning or replacement, display repair, and battery or capacitor replacement in older HP/Agilent/Keysight units.
Exfo FPM-300 price
This Exfo FPM-300 is listed at $439. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Exfo FPM-300 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Exfo FPM-300 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 detector responsivity at 850, 1310, 1490, 1550, and 1625 nm, absolute power accuracy, linearity across the full dynamic range, and reference power level. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
