Fiber Geometry System FGC Array

Measures the fiber geometry of 1D & 2D Fiber Array Units (FAUs) and MT Ferrules

Key Upgrades & New Features

  • Multi-Row 2D Array Measurement: The FGC Array now supports multi-row 2D geometries up to 22 mm wide and 0.8 mm tall, specifically optimised for the fast-growing 2D MPO connector and 2D Fiber Array Unit applications in high performance data centres.
  • Lower latency FGC Array V2.0 Software: New software enhances the user experience. It also features customisable measurement templates designed specifically to streamline and automate complex 2D array analysis of units that could contain a mix of single mode, multi mode and PM fiber.
  • Additional Fiber Core Illuminators: A new external illuminator supporting pigtails terminated with 32 mm wide FAUs, along with the existing range of illuminators for pigtails terminated with FC/PC, FC/APC, MTP/MPO, and supporting unterminated single and ribbon fibers using Fujikura style holders.

Key Features of the FGC Array

  • Core Illumination Technology: The core of each fiber in the array is illuminated to enhance the core-to-core measurement accuracy and repeatability. The system supports FAU pigtails with bare fiber, ribbon fiber, or MTP, FC and FC/APC connectors. Up to six illumination units can be linked to an FGC-Array system.
  • Fully Automated Translation Stage: The precision linear stage delivers repeatability down to 0.05 μm* for core X & Y position, ensuring consistent and repeatable results are generated using the newly-designed software and mounting system.
  • Advanced Fiber Array Unit Mounting: A newly designed tiltable 32 mm mount and adjustable-width array holder provides a versatile mounting solution for fiber arrays ranging from 2.5 mm to 22 mm, with tilt angles from -8° to +8°.
  • Enhanced Optical System & Algorithm: Refined imaging quality is achieved using an infinity-corrected objective and a high-resolution CMOS camera for sharper, more evenly illuminated images. Proprietary distortion correction algorithms ensure highly accurate imaging and measurement results, setting new benchmarks for precision.

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