The ILX Lightwave FOS-79800C is a precision fiber optic source module engineered for optical component and system testing. Operating at 1527.99 nm (196.2 THz), it delivers stable optical power with wavelength stability of ±0.003 nm and output power stability better than 0.005 dB RMS. This module integrates coherence control for SBS suppression and internal synchronous modulation capability to 500 kHz, making it suitable for laboratory and production test environments demanding high accuracy and reliability.
Technical Specifications
• Center Wavelength: 1527.99 nm
• Operating Frequency: 196.2 THz
• Wavelength Stability: ±0.003 nm
• Output Power Stability: <0.005 dB RMS
• Wavelength Resolution: 1 pm (0.001 nm)
• Optical Interface: FC/APC connector
– Key Features
• Coherence Control for SBS suppression and power stability
• Internal Synchronous Modulation: 1–500 kHz range with 100% depth, 50% duty cycle
• Processor-controlled modulation mode with TTL-level outputs (normal and inverted)
• Rear panel modulation input for external synchronization
• GPIB/IEEE-488 and RS-232 control interfaces
• Plug-in module design for FOM-7900B mainframe integration
– Optical Performance
• Maximum Output Power: up to 10 mW (standard configuration)
• Power output to 20 mW available in alternative models
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed as a plug-in module for the ILX Lightwave FOM-7900B Fiber Optic System Mainframe. FOS-79800E modules with firmware version 6.1 or higher are recommended for FOM-7900B mainframes running version 3.4 or higher firmware.
