Fiber Optic Power Meter VE | Kingfisher International

Overview

A simple and reliable optical power meter for testing power and loss on typical multimode & single mode fiber optic systems. It provides high accuracy and simplicity of use. Kingfisher's innovative & unique VE detector sets a new industry accuracy standard. It has our typical InGaAs accuracy for single mode fiber, plus 3x better practical absolute accuracy at 850 nm for multimode users, because of greatly improved wavelength sensitivity across the 850 nm band.

10 calibration λ, ±2% accuracy, ISO/IEC 17025 traceable
Small size, easy to use, rugged & reliable
dBm / dB / linear, 0.01 dB resolution
Display hold & max/min recording
Tone detector with Multi-Fiber ID
Easy to use TamperLock mode
Interchangeable optical connectors
Full QA reports

Key Features

Interchangeable connector adaptors

Use a single tester for: SC, LC, MPO, FC, HFBR, & other connectors - including universal & duplex options.

VE Visual Enhanced InGaAs Detector

3 x better accuracy in the 850 nm band

Test tone with multi-fiber ID Feature

Send & identify one of 12 unique test tones. Great for quickly verifying continuity, polarity and rack labelling.

Runs on Alkaline Batteries

High-Power Optical Power Meter

High power detector options with superior performance

ILAC/NATA ISO/IEC 17025 Traceable Optical Calibration

Internationally recognised traceable optical calibration to ISO/IEC 17025

Genuine 3 year calibration validity

Genuine 3 Year optical power meter re-calibration validity

SC / LC duplex support

Use our universal interchangeable connector options for duplex testing.

Metal-free connectors

To avoid metal dust fragments damaging your tester and fiber-ends, we use high-end metal-free connectors.

TamperLock mode

Lock down user controls and configuration to reduce the risk of test failure.

Specifications

KI9600A-VE specifications

Detector type	VE, InGaAs Visual Enhanced

Response wavelength	470 ~ 1650 nm

Maximum Core Diameter/NA	50 u / 0.22

Calibration wavelengths	635, 650, 850, 1300, 1310, 1390, 1490, 1550, 1610, 1625 nm

Mid-range linearity	0.04 dB (typical)

Power range	+5 ~ -60 dBm

Wavelength sensitivity (± 30 nm)	0.3 dB (typical)

ID tone detection sensitivity	up -50 dBm

Country of Origin	Australia

Shipping Weight	500 g

General Pocket Power Meter KI 9600A Series specifications

Calibration accuracy	±2 % (0.09 dB)

Calibration validity	3 Years (ISO/IEC 17025)

λ sensitivity, ± 30 nm. Selected λ	0.2 dB (typical for other detectors) / 0.3 dB (typical for VE detector)

Resolution	0.01 dB

Polarization sensitivity	< 0.05 dB (typical)

Tone detection	200 ~ 2500 Hz ± 2 %

Power	2 x AAA (LR-03) Alkaline

Battery life	300 Hours

Auto-off	Selectable

Size	124 x 81 x 25 mm

Unit weight	0.15 kg

Shipping weight	0.5 kg

Operating / storage temperatures	-15 to 55 / -25 to 70 °C

Relative humidity	0 ~ 95 %

Warranty	3 Years

IP Rating	IP52

Documentation & Support

Sales literature

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Manuals & software

General support

Applications

This product is included in the following test kits

Simple Test Kit SM MM, KI-TK038

Light source & power meter kit, 1310/1550 nm & 850/1300 nm, SM MM fiber.

Simple LAN Test Kit MM, KI-TK052

Multimode source & power meter kit, 850/1300 nm, MM fiber.

Test-Inspect-Clean Kit SM MM, KI-TK037

Source, meter, scope & cleaning kit. 1310/1550 nm & 850/1300 nm, SM MM fiber.

Test-Inspect-Clean Kit, Transmission SM MM, KI-TK082

Transmission testing meter, scope, VFL & cleaning kit, SM MM fiber.

Test-Inspect-Clean Kit, SM KI-TK030

Single mode source, meter, scope & cleaning kit, 1310/1550 nm, SM fiber.

Test-Inspect-Clean Kit, MM KI-TK032

Multimode source, meter, scope & cleaning kit, 850/1300 nm, MM fiber.

Recommended for these applications

Single mode fiber

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For Multimode fiber

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Mixed single mode & multimode fiber

Fiber testing equipment for cabling contractors & mixed systems.

CWDM / DWDM systems

FO Testers for DWDM, CWDM & SWDM4 systems. Solutions for wavelength selective optical loss testing with WDM calibrations and features, and a broadband variable optical attenuator.

For PON / FTTx systems

Simple, cost effective PON / GPON / XGPON testers for last mile passive optical networks (e.g. for fiber to the home FTTH / FTTX equipment). Kingfisher's GPON test equipment is proven to help a smooth installation roll-out and ongoing FTTH fiber support.

For continuity and polarity testing

Fiber optic testers for checking polarity, continuity & fault troubleshooting

Fiber Optic Ethernet & InfiniBand

Unparalleled flexibility, value & accuracy for physical layer cable testing on high performance data networks used in AI, data center & enterprise applications.

In the box

SC/SC Through Connector OPT046

SC-SC, Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve

Canvas Pouch for KI9000 Series Instruments OPT156

Soft pouch for two KI9000 series instruments. With carry straps and compartments for accessories storage.

Wrist Strap / Lanyard

Handy lanyard & matching instrument attachment point

Traceable Calibration Certificate ILAC/NATA Compliant

IEC/ISO 17025 compliant calibration certificate

Quality Assurance Certificate

Quick Reference Guide QRG

Handy quick reference guide, some in multiple languages

Optional accessories

LC Hybrid Connector Adapter OPT076

LC-SC Simplex. Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve

FC Hybrid Connector Adapter OPT051

FC-SC. OPT081 adaptor is preferred for power meters, since FC ceramic sleeves can break easily. Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve

ST Hybrid Connector Adapter OPT040

ST-SC. Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve

2.5 mm Universal Hybrid Connector Adapter OPT081

Universal 2.5 mm-SC, also compatible with duplex SC. Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve. Please observe application advice.

1.25 mm Universal Hybrid Connector Adapter OPT085

Universal 1.25 mm-SC. Also fits: Duplex LC, Senko CS, SN duplex, and USconec MDC duplex connectors. Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve. Please observe application advice.

MU Hybrid Connector Adapter OPT080

MU-SC

E2000 Hybrid Connector Adapter OPT060

E2000-SC, ceramic sleeve

E2000 Hybrid Connector Adapter Green OPT060G

E2000-SC, green, ceramic sleeve

LSA-DIN47256 AVIM Hybrid Connector Adapter OPT071

AVIM / LSA / DIN47256 - SC. Ceramic sleeve

Semi-Rigid Carry Case for Test Kits OPT155

Semi-rigid canvas test kit case for three KI900 series instruments, optical microscope & VFL pen. With cleaning materials, carry straps and compartments for accessories storage. Moulded interior provides a perfect combination of durability, protection, and comfortable use.

Semi-Rigid Carry Case for Test Kits OPT154B

Semi-rigid canvas test kit case for two KI2000 series instruments, three KI900 series instruments, optical microscope & VFL pen. With cleaning materials, carry straps and compartments for accessories storage. Moulded interior provides a perfect combination of durability, protection, and comfortable use.