OptoTest offers OP925 continuous-wave return loss and insertion loss meter

May 7, 2020

It differs from other members of the OptoTest line in that it performs RL measurements via the continuous-wave reflectometry method (OCWR or CW). IL measurements follow the standard continuous-wave method.

Stephen Hardy

OptoTest has further expanded its roster of insertion loss (IL) and return loss (RL) test instruments with the OP925. The instrument offers measurement of IL, RL, and optical power for single-mode or multimode patch cords. It differs from other members of the OptoTest line in that it performs RL measurements via the continuous-wave reflectometry method (OCWR or CW). IL measurements follow the standard continuous-wave method.

The OP925 is fully functional via front panel, which features a display that OptoTest describes as easy to use. The instrument will support dual-wavelength IL and RL testing. It also is compatible with the OptoTest Software Development Kit (OPL-SDK), which enables users to create custom programs to control the OP925 in a variety of languages.

The unveiling of the OP925 follows the recent introduction of the OP940-CSW, a compact insertion loss (IL) and return loss (RL) test system for MPO/MTP requirements (see “OptoTest offers OP940-CSW MPO/MTP insertion loss and return loss test system”).

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About the Author

Stephen Hardy | Editorial Director and Associate Publisher, Lightwave

Stephen Hardy is editorial director and associate publisher of Lightwave and Broadband Technology Report, part of the Lighting & Technology Group at Endeavor Business Media. Stephen is responsible for establishing and executing editorial strategy across the both brands’ websites, email newsletters, events, and other information products. He has covered the fiber-optics space for more than 20 years, and communications and technology for more than 35 years. During his tenure, Lightwave has received awards from Folio: and the American Society of Business Press Editors (ASBPE) for editorial excellence. Prior to joining Lightwave in 1997, Stephen worked for Telecommunications magazine and the Journal of Electronic Defense.

Stephen has moderated panels at numerous events, including the Optica Executive Forum, ECOC, and SCTE Cable-Tec Expo. He also is program director for the Lightwave Innovation Reviews and the Diamond Technology Reviews.

He has written numerous articles in all aspects of optical communications and fiber-optic networks, including fiber to the home (FTTH), PON, optical components, DWDM, fiber cables, packet optical transport, optical transceivers, lasers, fiber optic testing, and more.

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