Fiber Series: Digital Fiber-coupled SWIR Laser Vibrometer

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The Optomet Fiber series is a further development of the Nova series, which combines the superior performance of SWIR (short-wavelength infrared) laser vibrometry with the flexibility of compact optical fiber-coupled heads.
The laser vibrometers are connected to the optical heads by glass fibers. Separate fibers for the outgoing measurement beam and the incoming reflected signal ensure optimal signal quality without mutual interference.

Challenging Environmental Conditions

The separation of the optical head from the vibrometer provides customers a flexible solution to challenging measurement environments and speciality applications without the need for separate vibrometers for each scenario.

Compact and Flexible Measurement Heads

Small and compact optical heads make the system suitable for measurements in confined spaces and simplify handling considerably, especially when the heads have to be repositioned frequently. Variants with a built-in camera make it easier to define the measuring point. Heads are available for long distances and tiny heads are offered for extremely confined spaces.

Measurements in Harsh Environments

Optomet offers specialized optical heads designed for vacuum or climatic chambers as well as for operation under ionizing radiation. Fiber-optic connections can easily span dozens of meters, making measurements possible even under the most adverse conditions without the vibrometer being exposed to harsh environments.

Several Heads on one Vibrometer

An optical switch enables the connection of several optical heads to one instrument in order to monitor several measuring points with a single vibrometer. The switch and the selection of the active channel are controlled via Ethernet.

Advantages of the SWIR Optomet Vibrometer

The Fiber series combines the advantages of the Nova series with compact measuring heads and, like the former, enables problem-free measurements even on black, glowing or extremely rough surfaces.

Like all Optomet vibrometers, the Fiber Series benefits from features like universal digital signal processing, real portability and intuitive hardware and software.  More detail on these features can be found in the product-overview.

Get to know our truly flexible and modular Fiber heads

Available Fiber Heads

Several fiber heads are available which are optimized for the Fiber-Series. Choose the right optical system based on working distance, reflectivity of the surface to be measured, size of the focus point or measurement environment. 

The table below provides an overview of the configuration options. We will also be happy to assist you in the selection of the best fiber head for your measuring task.

Laser Vibrometer Mini Fiber Measurement Head

Miniature Fiber Head​​​​​​ with Camera

  • Dimension (D x L): 11 x 52 mm
  • Fix working distances: 4, 7 or 14 mm available
  • Optional Lens Kit: Includes three manually interchangeable lenses for all three working distances
Laser Vibrometer Compact Fiber Measurement Head

Compact Fiber Head​​​​​

  • Dimension (L x B x H): 89 x 43.9 x 95 mm
  • Fixed working distance selectable: 25, 37, 64, 89, 139 or 189 mm
  • Focus spot size (typ.):

     - 25 µm at 25 mm 
     - 29 µm at 37 mm 
     - 43 µm at 64 mm 
     - 61 µm at 89 mm 
     - 90 µm at 139 mm 
     - 118 µm at 189 mm

Laser Vibrometer Manual Focus Fiber Measurement Head

Manual Focus Fiber Head

  • Dimension (L x B x H): 157 x 43,9 x 95 mm
  • Manual focus 
  • Short-Range Version:

     -Working distance: 15 mm ... 5 m
     -Min. focus spot size (typ.): 27 µm at 15 mm

  • Mid-Range Version:

     -Working distance: 270 mm ... 10 m
     -Min. focus spot size (typ.): 67 µm at 270 mm

Laser Vibrometer Autofocus Mid-Range Fiber Measurement Head

Autofocus Mid-Range Fiber Head​​​​​​

  • Dimension (L x B x H): 175,5 x 43,9 x 95 mm
  • Autofocus, remote focus, manual focus
  • Working distance: 135 mm ... 10 m
  • Min. focus spot size (typ.): 42 µm at 135 mm
Laser Vibrometer Autofocus Long-Range Fiber Measurement Head

Autofocus Long-Range Fiber Head

  • Dimension (L x B x H): 221 x 43,9 x 95 mm
  • Autofocus, remote focus, manual focus
  • Working distance: 450 mm ... 100 m
  • Min. focus spot size (typ.): 72 µm at 450 mm

Autofocus Pro Mid-Range Fiber Head

  • Dimension (L x B x H): 241 x 100,5 x 44 mm
  • Removable fiber cable
  • Autofocus, remote focus, manual focus
  • Working distance: 135 mm ... 10 m
  • Min. focus spot size (typ.): 42 µm at 135 mm
  • Smaller spot size of the pilot laser 
  • Compatible with Micro-Manipulator

Autofocus Pro long-range fiber head

  • Dimension (L x B x H): 286,5 x 100,5 x 44 mm
  • Removable fiber cable
  • Autofocus, remote focus, manual focus
  • Working distance: 450 mm ... 100 m
  • Min. focus spot size (typ.): 72 µm at 450 mm
  • Smaller spot size of the pilot laser 

Characteristics - Fiber Series Laser Vibrometer

  • Compact, flexible und robust sensing head
  • Exzellent signal level
  • Cable length flexible 2, 5, 20... Meters
  • Ethernet-Digital-Output (1 GBit) und with remote feature
  • 32 Bit Dynamik range for displacement measurements
  • Frequency bandwidths: DC to 25 MHz (Digital Real Time)
  • Vibrational velocities up to ±30 m/s
  • Displacement resolutions down to 50 Femtometer
  • Multiplex feature

Technical Specifications

A detailed list of all vibrometer characteristics, including all hardware and software features, can be found in the vibrometer data sheet in Support & Datasheets.

Category Characteristics
Laser source SWIR-Laser
Laser wavelength Measurement laser: 1550 nm
  Targeting laser: 510-530 nm
Laser class Measurement laser: output power: <10 mW, class 1
  Targeting laser: output power: <1 mW, class 2
Measured quantity Velocity, Displacement, Acceleration
Frequency bandwidths DC to 25 MHz
Max. vibrational velocity 25 m/s
Output signal (digital) GBit-Ethernet (RJ45) / WiFi
Output signal (analogue) 3 x Standard BNC Buchse
Signal processing Digital (Optomet UltraDSP)
User interface output Color screen 3.5" + 20 segment LED bargraph
User interface input Touch screen, knobs with push-button, key switch (power)
Dimensions Length x width x height (excluding handle and lens): 380 x 180 x 148 mm
Weight 8 kg
Mounting Standard tripod screw thread
Power supply 110 -240V AC (50-60Hz) oder 12V DC
Power consumption 27 Watt
Operating temperature range 0°C to 40°C

Laser Vibrometer Measuring- & Data Acquisition Software

Single Point Laser Vibrometer Analysis Software

OptoGUI Software

OptoGUI is an extensive and intuitive software for remote control, data acquisition, and data analysis when working in single-point mode. Data transfer is realized via a loss-free digital Gigabit Ethernet connection. Click for detailed information about OptoGUI.

Available Decoders

A wide variety of high-performance real-time decoders are available for the evaluation of the interferometric measuring signals. The Optomet UltraDSP technology enables the measurement of frequencies up to 25 MHz and vibrational velocities up to 25 m/s with the Fiber-Series, displacements can be resolved to less than 100 fm. All vibrometers incorporate a velocity decoder, and displacement and acceleration decoders are optionally available. Numerous measuring ranges per decoder ensure that measurements can always be performed with the optimum sensitivity.

Decoders can be easily retrofitted or upgraded. Start with a basic system and adapt the capabilities of the measuring instrument as required. This requires no return of the instrument to the factory and no waiting times for your production or research project. The table below provides an overview of the configuration options. We will also be happy to assist you in the selection of the best decoder for your measuring task.

 

Start

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-0N

7

2.5 m/s

DC - 100 kHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-0N

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-0N

7

 

 

optional

Basis

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-1N

8

5 m/s

DC - 500 kHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-1N

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-1N

8

 

 

optional

Sense

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-2N

11

5 m/s

DC - 1 MHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-2N

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-2N

11

 

 

optional

Sense Remote

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-2N-R

11

5 m/s

DC - 25 kHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-2N-R

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-2N-R

11

 

 

optional

Sense Speed

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-2N-12

12

12 m/s

DC - 1 MHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-2N-12

19

  

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-2N-12

12

  

optional

Speed

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-3N-12

9

12 m/s

DC - 2,5 MHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-3N-12

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-3N-12

9

 

 

optional

High Speed

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-3N

11

25 m/s

DC - 2,5 MHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-3N

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-3N

11

 

 

optional

Ultra High Speed

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-3N-30

12

30 m/s

DC - 2,5 MHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-3N-30

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-3N-30

12

 

 

optional

High Frequency

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-4N

9

12 m/s

DC - 10 MHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-4N

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-4N

11

 

 

optional

Master

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-5N

14

25 m/s

DC- 10 MHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-5N

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-5N

14

 

 

optional

Master+

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-5N-25

14

25 m/s

DC- 25 MHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-5N-25

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-5N-25

14

 

 

optional

 Master++

Decoder Name

Number of measuring ranges

Max. vibrational velocity

Frequency

Comments

Velocity Decoder D-VD-5N-30

15

30 m/s

DC- 25 MHz

required

Displacement Decoder D-DD-5N-30

19

 

 

optional

Acceleration Decoder D-AD-5N-30

15

 

 

optional

Accessories

Laser Vibrometer Transport Case

Single Point Vibrometer Transport Case

Stable and waterproof Peli case for safe keeping and transport of vibrometer.

External dimension (L x B x H): 61.9 x 49.2 x 22.3 cm

Laser Vibrometer Transport Bag

Transport Bag

Compact und light transport bag for the outdoors-measurements

Inrared Laser Light Detection Card

IR-Detector Card

Transforming the not-visible infrared light into a spot of visible light.

Powerbank Portable Laser Vibrometer

Mobile Battery

Portable battery charger, external battery power bank. For powering the vibrometer when performing outdoor measurements.

Transport Case Autofocus Fiber Head

Transport Case for Autofocus Fiber Head

Stable and waterproof transport case.

Transport Case Manual Focus Fiber Head

Tranport Case for Manual Focus Fiber Head

Stable and waterproof transport case.

Laser Vibrometer Tripod with Fluid Head

Tripod with Fluid Head 

Precisely align your vibrometer with high quality tripods by Manfrotto.

Laser Vibrometer Measurement Head Positioning Stage

Positioning Stage

Precisely align your Fiber measurement head.

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