Variable attenuator IQS-3150

for fiber optics

Ideal for BER testing and system verification in demanding 24/7 production environments Ideal for BER testing and characterization of EDFAs, the IQS-3150 Variable Attenuator is designed for 24/7 production. Combining innovative design techniques, high-quality components and meticulous calibration procedure, it offers a fast settling time, for optimized efficiency. Automatic Power Monitoring Option The power monitoring option allows the attenuator output power level to be set directly. When enabled, this function ensures power stability, even if the source power fluctuates. This option also simplifies test setups, eliminating the need for an external power meter. Rugged and Reliable Flexible, fully programmable and built both for singlemode and multimode applications, the IQS-3150 features an extremely rugged design that only uses two moving parts—a rotating motor for the shutter and a linear motor for the filter—and state-of-the-art electronics. The attenuator’s optomechanical assembly was tested at its highest operating temperature, at a very high relative humidity level, and with a continuous incident optical power of 23 dBm at 1550 nm—the equivalent of eight years of operation in typical BER testing conditions. Results showed that the IQS-3150 can endure 24/7 operation for years without requiring maintenance.