JW8609 Degree of Polarization Meter

JW8609 Degree of Polarization Meter

Supplier
Joinwit
Category
Fiber Test & Measurement
Origin
China

In the field of optical measurement, precisely quantifying the degree of polarization (DOP) of light is crucial for evaluating light source quality and ensuring optical system performance. The JW8609 degree of polarization meter is a professional instrument designed exactly for this purpose. It adopts a unique dual-waveplate rotation polarization scrambling technique. Compared with traditional polarization scrambling methods using perturbed fiber or squeezed fiber, the dual waveplates hardly affect the light energy during rotation, and therefore can accurately capture and quantitatively analyze low-polarization-state optical signals with extremely low measurement loss (less than 0.002 dB). With this core technology, it is particularly suitable for precise measurement and monitoring of low-polarization light, providing accurate capture and quantitative analysis for polarization-state optical signals with demanding requirements in optical fiber communication, coherent optical sensing, and frontier scientific research. With this core technology, it is particularly suitable for precise measurement and monitoring of low-polarization light, providing reliable testing assurance for low-degree-of-polarization measurement scenarios with demanding requirements in optical fiber communication, coherent optical sensing, and frontier scientific research.

Specification Snapshot
Wavelength Range
1270-1650nm
Operating Temperature
+10~+40 ℃
Weight
4 kg
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Overview

In the field of optical measurement, precisely quantifying the degree of polarization (DOP) of light is crucial for evaluating light source quality and ensuring optical system performance. The JW8609 degree of polarization meter is a professional instrument designed exactly for this purpose. It adopts a unique dual-waveplate rotation polarization scrambling technique. Compared with traditional polarization scrambling methods using perturbed fiber or squeezed fiber, the dual waveplates hardly affect the light energy during rotation, and therefore can accurately capture and quantitatively analyze low-polarization-state optical signals with extremely low measurement loss (less than 0.002 dB). With this core technology, it is particularly suitable for precise measurement and monitoring of low-polarization light, providing accurate capture and quantitative analysis for polarization-state optical signals with demanding requirements in optical fiber communication, coherent optical sensing, and frontier scientific research. With this core technology, it is particularly suitable for precise measurement and monitoring of low-polarization light, providing reliable testing assurance for low-degree-of-polarization measurement scenarios with demanding requirements in optical fiber communication, coherent optical sensing, and frontier scientific research.

Specifications

ParameterValue
Wavelength Range1270-1650nm
Input Power Range-30 dBm~+10 dBm
DOP Resolution0.01 %
DOP Accuracy0.1 %
DOP Range0-100%
Measurement Speed0.5 s
Connector TypeFC/APC and FC/PC compatible
Communication InterfaceRS232
AC Power Input220 V,50 Hz
Power-on Warm-up Time15 min
Operating Temperature+10~+40 ℃
Storage Temperature-15~+70 ℃
Weight4 kg
External Dimensions235 mm *104 mm *300 mm (with feet)

Applications

• Degree of polarization detection and monitoring of general light sources:; Suitable for factory degree of polarization calibration and long-term stability monitoring of common light sources such as ASE broadband light sources, SLED light sources, superluminescent diodes, and DFB lasers.; • Optical fiber communication systems:; In coherent optical communication and high-speed optical fiber transmission systems, used for analysis of signal-to-noise ratio (OSNR)-related parameters and diagnosis of polarization degradation in links, assisting system designers in optimizing link polarization performance.; • Semiconductor and display industries:; Suitable for degree of polarization detection of VCSEL arrays, laser display light sources, and silicon photonic chips, helping with polarization consistency control and batch verification of semiconductor optoelectronic devices.; • Fiber optic gyroscopes and optical fiber sensing:; Used to evaluate the polarization degradation of light sources and optical paths in fiber optic gyroscope systems, providing quality control data before low-polarization light sources enter the fiber for distributed sensing systems.; • Scientific research platforms and teaching laboratories:; Suitable for basic polarization optics experiments, polarization light source characterization, and research on polarization characteristics of optoelectronic devices. With simple operation and intuitive data, it provides a reliable tool for polarization measurement teaching and practice in universities and research institutes.

Key Features

• Focused on high-precision low-polarization light measurement at 0.1%:; The device's degree of polarization measurement accuracy is as high as 0.1%, with resolution up to 0.01%, capable of precisely capturing polarization component changes as weak as 1‰ in the input beam. Whether for characterization of near-fully depolarized light sources or fine verification of high-depolarization device performance, it can provide stable and credible quantitative data support.; • Unique dual-waveplate polarization scrambling technique:; The measurement scheme uses dual-waveplate rotation to achieve polarization scrambling. During rotation, the waveplates introduce almost no light intensity fluctuation (loss less than 0.002 dB), whereas the traditional squeezed-fiber polarization scrambling scheme generally causes about 0.02 dB of light intensity variation. This technical advantage ensures extremely low light intensity impact and high measurement stability during low-degree-of-polarization measurement, and can truly reflect the intrinsic polarization characteristics of the measured beam.; • A single measurement takes only 0.5 seconds:; The device optimizes the response speed of optical path scanning and data processing. A single complete measurement takes only 0.5 seconds, effectively shortening the testing cycle, and is suitable for production-line batch inspection and R&D testing scenarios requiring frequent sampling.; • Sampling rate up to 8 Hz:; In continuous measurement mode, the sampling rate can reach up to 8 Hz, which can be used to monitor in real time the trend of the degree of polarization of a light source or device over time, helping R&D personnel capture dynamic polarization drift and providing continuous polarization data support for process optimization and system debugging.; 丨Connect the light source under test

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Shanghai Joinwit Optoelectronic Technology Co., Ltd. was established in 1998, specializing in the development of optoelectronic testing instruments. The company has passed ISO9001 quality system certification, 14001 environmental system certification, and Shanghai High-tech Enterprise certification, and has obtained multiple technical patents and scientific achievements in the field of optoelectronic testing. The company's main products include light sources, optical power meters, fiber identifiers, optical talk sets, variable optical attenuators, OTDRs, insertion return loss testers, polarization extinction ratio testers, laser aging test systems, fiber optic sensing coil test systems, multi-channel comprehensive testers and other optoelectronic testing/monitoring equipment. Products are widely used in the construction and maintenance of optical communication and optical sensing networks, production of optical components/equipment, etc. Some products are exported overseas, and have won the trust of customers at home and abroad with reliable quality and professional services. After years of practice and innovation, the company has accumulated a large number of professional technologies and mature solutions in light source control, optical power detection, polarization state control/analysis, optoelectronic testing system integration, etc. While providing standardized products, it can also provide personalized product customization, cooperative development and other services according to customer needs. Shanghai Joinwit is located at No. 168, Huancheng North Road, Fengxian District, Shanghai, with offices in Shenzhen, Wuhan and Chengdu. We warmly welcome domestic and foreign customers to visit and guide, discuss cooperation, and create new opportunities in the industry.

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