ILX Lightwave MPS-8024 – Dual Channel Fiber Optic Source

The ILX Lightwave MPS-8024 is a dual-channel fiber optic source engineered for precision testing and characterization of fiber optic components and systems in laboratory and manufacturing environments. Each of the two fiber-coupled channels operates independently in continuous wave (CW) mode, delivering stable and accurate optical output. Wavelength and output power are factory-configured and not user-adjustable, eliminating the need for manual tuning while ensuring repeatable, deterministic performance across test runs.

Technical Specifications

• Channels: Dual, independent simultaneous operation


• Operating Mode: Continuous Wave (CW)


• Wavelength: Factory-configurable; available wavelengths listed in instrument manual


• Output Power: Factory-configured; not user-adjustable


• Power Stability: ±1°C maximum temperature variation at 25°C; specified after 1-hour warm-up; short-term stability measured at constant 25°C temperature


• Fiber Connector: FC/PC Standard


• Fiber Type: 9/125 Standard (single-mode)


• Power Input: 100–115 VAC or 220–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz; maximum consumption 35 W


• Fuse: 1/8 A, 3AG, 250 V, SLO-BLO (user-accessible)


• Operating Temperature: 10°C to 40°C


• Storage Temperature: −40°C to 70°C


• Humidity: < 95% RH, non-condensing

Key Features

• Simultaneous dual-channel operation for multi-wavelength or dual-power testing


• Factory-locked wavelength and power eliminate drift from user adjustment


• Compact form factor: 9.0 × 5.6 × 2.6 inches (229 × 142 × 66 mm); 3.50 lbs (1.6 kg)


• FC/PC connector compatibility with standard 9/125 single-mode fiber


• AC power input with standard three-prong grounded receptacle

Typical Applications

• Component characterization and acceptance testing


• Fiber optic system verification in production environments


• Multi-wavelength reference source applications


• Bench-top optical testing requiring fixed, stable output

Compatibility & Integration The MPS-8024 integrates into test benches using standard FC/PC connectors and conventional 9/125 single-mode fiber. Configuration and wavelength/power selection occur at the factory; no field reconfiguration is supported.