LED Laser Quad Optical Light Source | Kingfisher International

Overview

This LED & laser quad source is a general purpose test source for multimode & single mode systems at 850, 1300 nm & 1310, 1550 nm. Typical applications include fiber optic attenuation measurement, polarity testing and fiber identification on critical systems.

Encircled Flux compliant multimode source
Easy to use, rugged & versatile
Long battery life, micro USB power/charger
Interchangeable connectors with dust cap & tilt bail
Superior re-connection repeatability, < 0.1 dB
Excellent stability
Autotest & Multi-Fiber ID Tone generator
Full QA & test reports ISO/IEC 17025 traceable

Key Features

Interchangeable connector adaptors

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

Test tone with multi-fiber ID Feature

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

One-touch AutoTest Feature

Smart communication makes sure you always get a full, complete, and consistent test result.

Zero warm-up laser (KI2300, KI2400, KI23400 only)

Instant high-accuracy testing. Unlike other sources, Zero Warm-Up sources are in-spec & stabilized in seconds.

Metal-free connectors

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

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

VisiTest Feature

Integrates a VFL into AutoTest, so the fiber end you need to test flashes red. Confidence with a quick & easy visual cue.

Multimode test standard compliance

Kingfisher LED sources meet Encircled Flux and CPR requirements straight out of the box.

Runs on Alkaline Batteries

SC / LC duplex support

Use our universal interchangeable connector options for duplex testing.

Legendary source stability

In real-world field conditions, Kingfisher's stable and accurate sources outshine the competition.

Made in Australia

Designed, made & calibrated in Melbourne, Australia.

Specifications

KI2824 specifications

Output wavelength	Port 1: 1310, 1550 nm Laser / Port 2: 850, 1300 nm LED

Output power	0 dBm ±1 dB (@ 9/125 µm for 1310, 1550 m) / -20 dBm ±1 dB (@ 62.5/125 µm for 850, 1300 nm)

Adjust output power	Adjustable over 7 dB in 0.01 dB steps (for 1310, 1550 nm) / Fixed (for 850, 1300 nm)

Short term stability (for 15 min, typical ±2 °C, after warm up, ORL < -25 dB)	0.04 dB (typical for 1310, 1550 nm) / 0.01 dB (typical for 850, 1300 nm)

Stability over temperature	0.6 dB (for 1310, 1550 nm) / 0.35 dB (for 850, 1300 nm)

Wavelength initial tolerance (@ 25 °C)	20 nm (for 1310, 1550 nm)

Spectrum width (FWHM)	3 nm (typical for 1310, 1550 nm)

Wavelength drift	0.4 nm /°C (typical for 1310, 1550 nm) / 0.4 nm /°C (typical for 850, 1300 nm)

Mode controlled source	850, 1300 nm (50/125µm compliant: IEC 61280-4-1 {Ed.1.0}, TIA 526-14A & TIA TSB-178)

Reconnection repeatability (95% confidence)	0.1 dB (for 1310, 1550 nm Laser) / 0.05 dB (for 850, 1300 nm LED)

Country of Origin	Australia

Shipping Weight	1500 g

General Handheld Source KI 2400 & 2800 Series specifications

Calibration validity (ISO/IEC 17025)	3 years

Modulated output	270 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz ± 2 %, 12 Multi-Fiber ID tones

Autotest (not available for 470, 540 nm LED sources)	Compatible with KI Autotest power meter port & matching λ

Power	Battery / External power via USB-micro or USB-C. Charging is jumper selectable

Battery types	2x AA (LR6) Alkaline / 2x AA NiMH AA (rechargeable via USB-micro or USB-C)

Battery life	Laser/LED source: 90/80 hours in Autotest, typical

Auto off	Selectable

Case	Polycarbonate (body) / rubber (edges & corners), moisture resistance, 1-meter drop tested

Size	190 mm x 105 mm x 35 mm

Unit weight	0.42 kg

Shipping weight	1.5 Kg

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

Relative humidity	0 ~ 95 %

Warranty	3 years

IP Rating	IP52

Documentation & Support

Sales literature

Related application notes

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Manuals & software

General support

Applications

This product is included in the following test kits

Small Test Kit SM MM, KI-TK076

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

Test Kit SM MM, KI-TK074

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

Test-Inspect-Clean Kit SM MM, KI-TK072

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

Test-Inspect-Clean Kit MPO KI-TK071A

MPO kit with source, Autotest meter, scope & cleaners. 1310/1550 & 850/1300 nm, SM MM fiber

Recommended for these applications

Mixed single mode & multimode fiber

Fiber testing equipment for cabling contractors & mixed systems.

Single mode fiber

Fiber Optic Test equipment for high bandwidth or long distance telecommunications testing.

For Multimode fiber

Fiber optic test equipment for in-building LAN, ethernet, campus, industrial & education applications.

For continuity and polarity testing

Fiber optic testers for checking polarity, continuity & fault troubleshooting

In the box

Mandrel Wrap Mode Filters, 50 & 62.5 um OPT701

22 mm mandrel for 3 mm patch lead, 50 u core. 17 mm mandrel for 3 mm patch lead, x 62.5 u core. FOTP-50 Method A

SC / SC Through Adapter OPT046

SC-SC, Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve

Padded Canvas Carry Bag OPT149

Soft pouch for two KI2000 series instruments. With carry straps and compartments for accessories storage.

Traceable Calibration Certificate ILAC/NATA Compliant

IEC/ISO 17025 compliant calibration certificate

Quality Assurance Certificate

Instrument User Manual

Comprehensive user manual, in well written English

Wrist Strap / Lanyard

Handy lanyard & matching instrument attachment point

USB Cable (either Micro or C)

2 meter USB cable, A-to-Micro or A-to-C

Optional accessories

LC / SC Hybrid Adapter OPT076

LC-SC Simplex. Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve. Also fits F3000 connector.

FC / SC Hybrid 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 / SC Hybrid Adapter OPT040

ST-SC. Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve

MU /SC Hybrid Adapter OPT080

MU-SC

LC or F3000 / SC Hybrid Adapter OPT072

For F3000-SC PC Simplex. This is an LC-PC adapter that also fits F3000. For LC-PC only use, ceramic sleeve. OPT076 is better value and more robust.

E2000 / SC Hybrid Adapter OPT060

E2000-SC, ceramic sleeve

LSA-DIN47256 AVIM /SC Hybrid Adapter OPT071

AVIM / LSA / DIN47256 - SC. Ceramic sleeve

POF Multi-Connector / SC Hybrid Adapter OPT077

POF-SC Multi-Adapter for POF. For: HFBR all types, bare POF, Mini Toslink, 2.5mm, Versatile Link, Redlink. Ferrule sizes: 3.85, 3.5, 3.2, 2.55, 2.4, 2.3 mm x 8.5 mm deep. Tough metal body. Please observe application advice.

HFBR / SC Hybrid Adapter OPT078

HFBR-SC. For POF simplex / duplex / latching / non-latching / Versatile Link / Redlink connectors. Tough metal body. Please observe application advice.

SMA / SC Hybrid Adapter OPT082

SMA-SC. Tough metal body, precision ceramic sleeve. Please observe application advice

Carry Case for Test Kits, Semi-Rigid OPT153-CASE

Semi-rigid canvas test kit case for two KI2000 or KI7000 series instruments, and three KI9000 series instruments. With carry straps and compartments for accessories storage. Moulded interior provides a perfect combination of durability, protection, and comfortable use.

Carry Case & Accessories for Test Kits, Semi-Rigid 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.