FiSpec Interrogators
Interrogators for SM800 850nm FBG Sensor Chains
Depending on measurement requirements, a SM800 850nm FBG 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.
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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, RS232 | Micro USB, RS232 |
| 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
- Built-in microUSB and RS232 interfaces
- Contact Sales for special interface requirements
Software Support
- Multichannel FBG-INTERROGATOR software is supplied at no charge, based on National Instruments LabVIEW® platform. For use with all FBGX series interrogators, single/multichannel models as well as multiple units connected to a single PC.
- 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 FBG-INTERROGATOR software
FiSpec Interrogator Programmer’s Handbook
LabView-C-Python Software Examples (ZIP)
TO ORDER
Available from our Online STORE
or Call +1-805-389-6600 for a quotation
or Email sales@micronor.com
FBG Sensor Chain Ordering Code
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Ordering Example (Stock Item, FBG-MR0055) |
A=P-40-W-PK-FI, B=1000-30-10-10-10-10 Description: PEEK jacketed lead-in, bare fiber capillary with 4-FBGs spaced 10mm apart, Xout=10mm |
| A PARAMETER | Functional configuration: Fiber type, # FBGs, Lead-in and Capillary type |
| Sensor/Fiber Type | Options: P = Standard Polyimide-coated SM800P fiber (-50°C to +300°C) A = Acrylate coated SM800 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 | W = Wide (808-880nm) For use with FBGX100 or FBGX400 interrogator, |
| Lead-In Protection/Jacketing Type | For Standard applications, PK = GPEEK tubing (max 200°C) For High Temperature Applications, SST = Stainless Steel Corrugated Tubing (max 600°C) |
| Sensor Capillary | FI = Bare polyimide-coated fiber PK = PEEK Tubing (max 260°C) SSC = Stainless Steel Capillary (max 600°C) AC = Alumina Ceramic capillary (max 800°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 |
Quick Ship Configurations
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| FBGX100 | Standard 1-Channel Interrogator, max 30 FBGs. |
| FBGX400 | Standard 4-Channel Interrogator, max 30 FBGs per Channel, Total of 120 FBGs. |
| FBG-MR0150 (Bare Fiber Capillary) |
STOCK 1-FBG Sensor Chain for Engineering Evaluation, A=P-1-W-PK-FI, B=1000-200-100 |
| FBG-MR0125 (Bare Fiber Capillary) |
STOCK 2-FBG Sensor Chain, A=P-2-W-PK-FI, B=1000-30-10-10 |
| FBG-MR0055 (Bare Fiber Capillary) |
STOCK 4-FBG Sensor Chain, A=P-4-W-PK-FI, B=1000-35-10-10-10-10 |
| FBG-MR0194 (PEEK Tubing Capillary) |
STOCK 1-FBG Sensor Chain, A=P-1-W-PK-PK, B=1000-200-100 |
| FBG-MR0090 (PEEK Tubing Capillary) |
STOCK 4-FBG Sensor Chain, A=P-4-W-PK-PK, B=2000-35-10-10-10-10 |
