Fiber Geometry System FGC-GS

Introduction

To meet the evolving demands of the photonics industry, Arden has redesigned the flagship FGC-GS Fiber Geometry Measurement System, making it around 25% smaller than previous models, offering higher accuracy and enhanced usability in a significantly smaller footprint.

Engineered for specialty fiber manufacturers and laboratories, the FGC-GS measures most fibers up to 800 µm including Single Mode Fiber, Polarisation-Maintaining Fiber (PANDA), Active Fiber, Multi-core Fiber and Hollow Core Fiber (both NANF and DNANF). Tools to further enhance our industry leading measurement speed include one-click dual-wavelength illumination. Absolute accuracy is guaranteed through Arden’s golden-fiber calibration artefact, fully traceable to the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) in the United Kingdom.

The system’s innovative software architecture supports fiber characterisation via standardised plugins – ideal for characterisation consistency in a production environment – as well as comprehensive manual tools that allow new and emerging designs to be characterised.

This “smaller but mightier” FGC combines excellent repeatability with the flexibility required for modern fiber development and production.

Features and Benefits

User calibration with NPL-traceable artefact: To maintain absolute calibration, users can perform in-house calibration using the FGC-FCD125 golden-fiber artefact, which is traceable to the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) in the United Kingdom, significantly reducing downtime and the need for on-site servicing.

Enhanced Optical System & Algorithm: The FGC’s software and hardware have been redesigned for better measurement performance in a smaller footprint. The system features industry leading speed of measurement and one-click, dual-wavelength illumination, providing high-speed results without compromising precision.

Improved Manual Analysis Tool & Reporting: Improved manual analysis tools enable quick assessment of new fiber designs without setting up automated routines. All measurement data is easily stored for production feedback and quality assurance

Software Plug-in Architecture: The FGC’s plug-in architecture enables dedicated measurement for specific fiber types, optimising quality control and production routine. Currently, available plug-ins include: PM fibers, Single mode / Multi mode fibers, Active fibers, Multi-core fibers, and Hollow-core (NANF & DNANF) fibers. We can customise plug-ins to rapidly standardise testing of tomorrow’s fibers.