The ILX Lightwave FOA-8100 is a precision fiber amplifier controller engineered for stable, reliable operation of optical amplification systems. It delivers precise command and monitoring capabilities essential for optical communication research, fiber amplifier characterization, and integrated photonic system development. The controller accommodates two independent pump sources, provides GPIB-based remote operation, and features optical input/output connectors for direct integration into optical benches and automated test environments.
Technical Specifications
• Manufacturer: ILX Lightwave (Newport)
• Model: FOA-8100
• Product Type: Fiber Amplifier Controller
• Pump Connections: Two pump source ports
• Control Interface: GPIB (General Purpose Interface Bus)
• Optical Connectors: Input and output ports
• Shipping Weight: Approximately 35 lbs
– Key Features
• Dual pump source management for multi-stage fiber amplifier configurations
• GPIB interface enables digital command, remote monitoring, and data acquisition across networked test systems
• Optical connectors support direct coupling to amplifier input/output stages
• Precision control architecture maintains stable amplification under varying load conditions
– Typical Applications
• Optical communication system research and development
• Fiber amplifier performance characterization and optimization
• High-power optical system integration and alignment
• Automated manufacturing test environments requiring remote amplifier control
• Laboratory-scale photonic device development
– Compatibility & Integration
The FOA-8100 integrates into GPIB-networked instrument configurations for coordinated optical system control. Its dual pump architecture accommodates Erbium-doped fiber amplifiers (EDFA), Raman amplifiers, and other fiber gain media requiring independent pump wavelength management. The controller’s optical connectors accept standard fiber connectors, enabling rapid system reconfiguration across different amplifier topologies and wavelength windows.
