ILX Lightwave FPM8210
The ILX Lightwave FPM-8210 Optical Power Meter is a versatile instrument for measuring optical power in various applications. It features a broad wavelength range, high accuracy, and user-friendly interface. Ideal for testing and characterizing optical components and systems.
- Model
- ILX Lightwave FPM8210
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $1,200
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- FPM8210
This unit
The ILX Lightwave FPM-8210 is a fiber optic power meter engineered for accurate optical power measurements in production test and characterization environments. It delivers high repeatability and exceptionally low polarization-dependent response across a broad wavelength range. The instrument accommodates both connectorized and bare fiber inputs through a single port, with extended measurement zone capabilities for bare fiber applications.
Technical Specifications
Wavelength Range: 800 nm to 1650 nm
Power Measurement Range: +23 dBm to -60 dBm (λ <1000 nm); -70 dBm to +20 dBm (longer wavelengths)
Measurement Accuracy: ±2.5% (reference conditions); ±5.0% (operating conditions)
Repeatability: ±0.003 dB typical
Polarization Dependent Response: ±0.001 dB typical
Linearity: ±0.02 dB, ±100 pW (-60 dBm to +20 dBm)
Noise: <40 pW p-p at 1310 nm and 1550 nm; +40 dBm
Sensor: InGaAs
Temperature Coefficient: ±0.2%/°C typical
Measurement Units: dB, dBm, Watt
Key Features
Virtually insensitive to polarization state or fiber orientation changes
Extended bare fiber measurement zone compared to conventional systems
Fiber holder design accommodates 125 µm diameter fiber (250 µm or 900 µm buffer)
Analog output: 0–10 V, ~1000 Ω impedance, 0–10 Hz bandwidth typical
GPIB/IEEE interface for automated system integration
Environmental & Physical
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C
Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 70 °C
Humidity: <80% RH, non-condensing
Maximum Altitude: 3000 m
Form Factor: 1/2-width, 2U rack-mount
Power: Factory configured for 100, 120, 220, or 240 VAC (±10% supply tolerance)
Compatibility & Integration Compatible with ILX Lightwave BF-820 or Agilent 81000BA bare fiber holders via CA-120 Bare Fiber Adapter. GPIB connectivity enables seamless integration into automated test systems.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | '-70 dBm to +20 dBm | Voltage / Current Range: 0–10 V output |
| 100/120/220/240 VAC supply | Wavelength Range | 800 nm to 1650 nm |
ILX Lightwave FPM8210 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the ILX Lightwave FPM8210. 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 ILX Lightwave FPM8210 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.
ILX Lightwave FPM8210 price
This ILX Lightwave FPM8210 is listed at $1,200. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
ILX Lightwave FPM8210 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the ILX Lightwave FPM8210 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 →
