FiSpec Interrogators
Interrogators for FiSens® Sensor Chains
Depending on measurement requirements, a FiSens® sensor chain is interfaced with either a FiSpec® single channel FBGX100 or 4-channel FBGX400 interrogator. With their small form factor, these units integrate all the necessary components for analysis of the FiSens® sensor chains, up to 30 points per chain, for purposes of either temperature or strain measurement. For ease of interface, these interrogators both communicate and power via single USB 2.0 interface.
Specifications
The following is a summary specifications and comparison of the FiSpec® interrogators. Consult the individual data sheets and manual for detailed performance and interface information.
| Model | FBGX100 | FBGX400 |
| Performance Category | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Channels | 1 | 4 |
| Sensor Points per Channel | 30 | 30 per Channel Total 120 for 4 Channels |
| Sampling Rate | 1-200 Hz simultaneously | 1-200 Hz simultaneously |
| Wavelength Range | 808-880nm (W option) | 808-880nm (W option) |
| Thermal Stability | < 0.1°C/°C | < 0.1°C/°C |
| Polarization Dependency | ±5µε, ±0.5°C (typical) | ±5µε, ±0.5°C (typical) |
| For Temperature Sensing (per point): Measurement Precision Digital Resolution |
from 0.1°C @ 10Hz |
from 0.1°C @ 10Hz |
| For Strain Sensing (per point): Measurement Precision Digital Resolution |
from 1µε @ 10Hz |
from 1µε @ 10Hz |
| Optical Interface | FC-APC Connector, SM800 (850nm) single-mode fiber | 4x FC-APC Connectors, SM800 (850nm) single-mode fiber |
| Digital Interfaces | Micro USB, 5V UART | Micro USB, 5V UART |
| Power Consumption | 5V @ 1W | 5V @ 1.5W |
| Dimensions/Weight | 74 x 50 x 15mm, 60g | 123 x 68.5 x 15.3mm, 120g |
| Temperature Operating Storage |
0°C to 60°C 0°C to 80°C |
0°C to 60°C 0°C to 80°C |
| Ingress Protection | IPXX | IPXX |
Specifications subject to change without notice
FiSens® is a registered trademark of FiSens GmbH
LabVIEW® is a registered trademark of National Instruments Corporation
Features
- Innovative FBG system for temperature and strain measurement
- Lowest cost per point of any Multipoint or Distributed FBG system
- Two models offer lowest cost/channel versus 1550nm FBG systems
- Temperature measurement precision to 0.1°C
- Strain measurement precision to 1µε
- Optical radiation is Inherently Safe for EX applications
- Interference-free transmission up to 500 meters
Interfaces
- USB Interface
- 5V UART interface (for RS485 applications)
- Contact Sales for special interface requirements
Software Support
- General Purpose FBG sensor software is available at no charge, based on National Instruments LabVIEW® runtime platform.
- Single channel BRAGGSENS software is designed for use with the single channel FBGX100 interrogator ONLY.
- Multichannel FBG-INTERROGATOR software is designed for use with all FBGX series interrogators, single/multichannel models as well as multiple units connected to a single PC, and recommended for overall ease of use.
- Programmer/Software Manuals contain information for embedding FiSpec Interrogator communications in user-developed software. Examples are provided for Python, C, Python and National Instruments LabView.
- Contact Sales for overall technical support
Downloads
FBGX100 Datasheet
FBGX400 Datasheet
FBGX100 Drawing
FBGX400 Drawing
Quick Start Guide for BRAGGSENS software
Quick Start Guide for FBG-INTERROGATOR software
FiSpec Interrogator Programmer’s Handbook
LabView-C-Python Software Examples (ZIP)
TO ORDER
Call +1-805-389-6600 or email sales@micronor.com
Interrogator Ordering Information
| FBGX100 | Standard 1-Channel Interrogator |
| FBGX400 | Standard 4-Channel Interrogator |
To specify and order an FBG Sensor Chain, go to FBG Sensor Chain product page
Quick Ship Configurations
| FBGX100 | Standard 1-Channel Interrogator, max 30 FBGs, Select W Wide Spectral Band Option for FBG sensor chain configuration |
| FBGX400 | Standard 4-Channel Interrogator, max 30 FBGs per Channel, Total of 120 FBGs, Select Wide Spectral Band option for FBG sensor chain configuration |
| FBG-MR0010 | STOCK 10-FBG Sensor Chain for Engineering Evaluation, A=P-10-W-GL-FI, B=1000-100-100-100-100-100-100-100-100-100-100-100, Compatible with FiSpec FBGX100 and FBGX400 Interrogators |
| FBG-MR0050 | STOCK 1-FBG Sensor Chain for Engineering Evaluation, A=P-1-N-GL-FI, B=1000-200-10, Compatible with FiSpec FBGX100 and FBGX400 Interrogators |
FBG Sensor Chain Ordering Code
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Ordering Example (Stock Item, FBG-MR0010) |
A=P-10-W-GL-FI, B=1000-100-100-100-100-100-100-100-100-100-100-100 Description: 1m GL jacketed lead-in, bare fiber capillary with 10-FBG spaced 100mm apart, Xout=10mm |
| A PARAMETER | Functional configuration: Fiber type, # FBGs, Lead-in and Capillary type |
| Sensor/Fiber Type | Options: P = Std Polyimide-coated SM800P fiber (-250°C to +300°C) A = Acrylate coated fiber (-40°C to +80°C) UHT = Ultra High Temperature pure silica, unocated fiber ((-250°C to +800°C) |
| FBG Quantity | 1 = 1 FBG, up to maximum 30 = 30 FBGs |
| Spectral Range | N = Narrow (808-865nm), W = Wide (808-880nm) For use with FBGX100 or FBGX400 interrogator, select either N or W For use with FBGX150 or FBGX154 interrogator, select N only |
| Lead-In Protection/Jacketing Type | For Standard applications, GL = Glass Textile (max 155°C) For High Temperature Applications, SST = Stainless Steel Corrugated Tubing (max 600°C) |
| Sensor Capillary | FI = Bare polyimided-coated fiber PE = PEEK Tubing (max 260°C) SSC = Stainless Steel Capillary (max 600°C) SI = Silica capillary (max 350°C) AC = Alumina Ceramic capillary (max 350°C) |
| B PARAMETER | Dimensional configuration: Length and FBG spacing |
| Xin | Length of Lead-in in mm, Options 100-10’000 mm |
| X1..X30 | Specify distance from previous FBGn-1 to next FBGn, in mm X1 = Distance from end of Lead-In to FBG1 X2 = Distance from FBG1 to FBG2 X3 = Distance from FBG2 to FBG3 etc. |
| Xout | Length of Lead-out termination in mm, 2-10mm |
