Ultra-Stable Optical Loss Test Set | Kingfisher International

Overview

A Zero Warm-Up Loss Test Set for triple 1310 / 1550 / 1625 nm and singlemode fiber with an APC connector. The unique optically stabilized light source offers ultra-stable performance and exceptional insensitivity to warm up drift, ambient temperature variations and optical reflections. In a small package, it is a powerful solution to improving test flexibility and productivity.

Typical applications include precision SM fiber optic loss measurement in R&D, QA and demanding installation environments.

Easy to use, slim, rugged & versatile
Zero warm-up, ultra stable source, immune to changing back reflection.
Large clear LCD is sunlight readable & backlit
Large memory with Text Tag & time stamp
One button memory dump to USB key
KITS™ reporting software for acquisition and reporting
Autotest power meter
1 % accuracy & 24 calibrated λ, ISO 17025 traceable
Interchangeable connectors with dust cap & tilt bail
Multi-Fiber ID Test tone generator / detector

Key Features

Interchangeable connector adpators

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

Test tone with multi-fiber ID

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

One-touch AutoTest

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

Real-time reporting software

Excel-based instrument connectivity for comprehensive reporting (against standards) and real-time data logging.

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 17025 optical calibration

Internationally recognised traceable optical calibration to ISO17025

Genuine 3 year calibration validity

Genuine 3 Year optical power meter re-calibration validity

Runs on Alkaline Batteries

USB key data export with data assurance

High capacity internal memory, easy & secure text export, with Excel-based report generation software included.

SC / LC duplex support

Use our universal interchangeable connector options for duplex testing.

Total uncertainty specification

Our unique specifications cover accuracy in real world use - over all power levels, temperatures, connector and fiber types.

TextTag

Quickly and confidently store text data against patch-panel labels.

Specifications

KI23010-INGAAS-APC specifications

Detector type (meter)	InGaAs

Response wavelength (meter)	600 ~ 1700 nm

Calibration wavelengths (meter)	780, 820, 850, 980, 1270, 1290, 1300, 1310, 1330, 1350, 1370, 1390, 1410, 1430, 1450, 1470, 1490, 1510, 1530, 1550, 1570, 1590, 1610, 1625, 1650 nm

Power range (meter)	+10 ~ -60 dBm (780 ~ 980 nm) / +10 ~ -70 dBm (1270 ~ 1650 nm)

Mid-range linearity (meter)	0.04 dB (typical)

Total uncertainty (meter)	0.3 dB (max)

ID tone detection & Autotest sensitivity (meter)	Up to -50 dBm

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

Output wavelength (source)	Port 1: 1310, 1550, 1650 nm APC Laser

Output power (source)	-7 dBm ±1 dB (@ SMF)

Adjust output power (source)	Adjustable over 7 dB in 0.01 dB steps

Wavelength initial tolerance @ 25 °C (source)	20 nm

Short term stability for 15 min, typical ±2 °C, after warm up, ORL < -25 dB (source)	0.03 dB (for 1310, 1550 nm) / 0.05 dB (for 1625 nm)

Stability over temperature (source)	0.2 dB (typical)

Spectrum width @ FWHM (source)	3 nm (typical)

Wavelength drift (source)	0.4 nm per °C (typical)

Reconnection repeatability @ 95% confidence (source)	0.1 dB

General Loss Test Set with Zero Warm-Up KI 2300 Series specifications

Accuracy (meter)	1 % (0.06 dB)

Detector type (meter)	InGaAs

Response wavelength (meter)	600 ~ 1700 nm

Calibration wavelengths (meter)	780, 820, 850, 980, 1270, 1290, 1300, 1310, 1330, 1350, 1370, 1390, 1410, 1430, 1450, 1470, 1490, 1510, 1530, 1550, 1570, 1590, 1610, 1625, 1650 nm

Calibration validity (ISO17025)	3 years

Power range (meter)	+10 ~ -60 dBm (780 ~ 980 nm) / +10 ~ -70 dBm (1270 ~ 1650 nm)

Resolution (meter)	0.01 dB

Polarization sensitivity (meter)	< 0.05 dB (typical)

Mid-range linearity (meter)	0.04 dB (typical)

Total uncertainty (meter)	0.3 dB (max)

Wavelength sensitivity (± 30 nm)	0.03 dB (typical)

ID tone detection & Autotest sensitivity (meter)	Up to -50 dBm

Tone detection (meter)	150 ~ 9900 Hz ± 1 %

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

Autotest (Source-with compatible power meter)	Enabled (except for 470, 520 nm LED sources & KI28800 series

Adjust output power (source)	Adjustable over 7 dB in 0.01 dB steps

Reconnection repeatability @ 95% confidence (source)	0.1 dB

Wavelength initial tolerance @ 25 °C (source)	20 nm

Spectrum width @ FWHM (source)	3 nm

Wavelength drift (source)	0.4 nm per °C (typical)

Power	Battery / External power via USB

Battery type	2x AA (LR6) Alkaline / 2x AA NiMH AA

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

Auto off	Selectable

USB interfaces	USB-micro for power & software / USB-A for memory key

Software	KITS (free download)

Memory	1,000 four λ tests with date & time / Unlimited on USB

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

Display size	74 mm x 55 mm

Size	190 mm x 105 mm x 35 mm

Unit weight	0.42 kg

Shipping weight	1.1 Kg

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

Relative humidity	0 ~ 95 %

Warranty	3 years

Documentation & Support

Brochure, KI 2700 2300 General Purpose KI 2000 Series - General Features KI 2700 KI 2300 - Competitor Comparison KI 2000 Features & Demos - Playlist

When to use an OTDR or LTS Choosing between a source & meter, LTS, or two-way tester Which loss measurement wavelengths do I need? How to choose an optical detector Optical power meter detector characteristics Some fiber optic test source characteristics Modal distribution MPO MTP loss testing VFL distance and eye safety Locating cable faults How far can a VFL go? More application notes...

KI 2700 2300 - Quick Reference Guide KI2700 KI 2300 - LTS Quick Reference Guide (Multi Languages) KI 2000 Series - User Manual KI 2000 Series Power Meter - User Training Slides KI 2000 Series Light Source - User Training Slides KI 2000 - Declaration of Conformance KITS Reporting Software KI 2000 Firmware Updates

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