Optical-power meter

    Sept. 1, 1996

    Optical-power meter

    FM8515B handheld optical-power meter measures optical-system power and attenuation. The unit is calibrated at 850, 1310 and 1550 nm, but can also be used from 800 to 1700 nm. Dynamic range is +5 to -60 dBm. It operates continuously on a 9V power supply for up to 20 hours. When used with dual optical sources, the unit characterizes and troubleshoots optical-fiber systems.

    Wilcom Inc.

    Laconia, NH

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