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Single-mode Return Loss Testing
The 586RL return loss test set is a completely self-contained instrument designed to measure backreflections caused by fiber optic connectors and other single-mode devices. The 586RL employs the Optical Continuous Wave Reflectometry (OCWR) method to measure return loss from 0 to 70dB in the 1550nm wavelength region.

After the 586RL is zeroed and referenced, the operator measures return loss by taking the optical fiber immediately after the device under test and wrapping it around a supplied mandrel. The 586RL prints customized labels containing measurement, date, and time information when connected to a parallel or serial printer. Up to seven different label formats can be stored in non-volatile memory for later use.

Features:

Measures single-mode return loss at 1550nm using the optical
continuous wave reflectometry (OCWR) method
Completely self-contained—incorporates a stable laser source and
optical power meter
0 to 70dB return loss measurement range
Logarithmic dB/dBm units
High resolution—0.01dB/dBm
Multi-function LCD display
Prints customized labels with measurements, time, and date on a
parallel or serial printer
Remote control via RS-232 interface
BNC analog output interface for convenient external monitoring
I2C interface enables 586RL to be “daisy chained” with 570L Series
optical power meters for insertion loss measurements
High-performance 8° angle-polished connector (APC) optical interface
Operates on 100 to 250VAC, 50 to 60Hz input power
Reference cables included

Specifications:

Measurement wavelength:

1550nm

Measurement range:

0 to 70dB

Accuracy:

0 to 55dB: < ±0.5dB
56 to 60dB: < ±1.0dB
61 to 65dB: < ±2.0dB
66dB and higher: < ±3.0dB

Resolution:

0.01dB/dBm

Measurement modes

dB, dBm

Optical interface:

FC-APC

Ordering Info:

One 5900 Series reference cable, a power cord, and a user manual are included with the 585RL return loss test set. Customer will need to purchase a a compatible bulkhead or hybrid adapter for use of the instrument. Please specify the desired connector type for the cable when ordering using the Reference Cable Codes table, below. Customers may specify either Diamond tungsten/nickel-silver or standard ceramic connector types. Additional 5900 Series reference cables may also be ordered separately.

Description

Cat (UPC) No.

586RL Return Loss Test Set

586RL

Reference Cable Codes

Connector Type

Diamond Code

Ceramic Code

DIN-PC/SPC

591U

¾

DIN-APC

5916

¾

FC-PC/SPC

5926

592K

FC-APC, Narrow key

¾

592J

FC-APC, Wide key

5928

592W

ST-PC/SPC

5936

593K

SC-APC

5961

596J

SC-PC/SPC

5966

596K

D4-PC/SPC

¾

5989