Advanced Optical Coherence Tomography Solutions for Fiber Testing
Fiber Optical Test offers best-in-class OCT solutions designed for both lab and field applications.
Overview
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a high-resolution imaging technique that leverages light backscattering to generate cross-sectional visuals of fiber optic components and materials. Unlike traditional reflectometry methods, OCT enables real-time, non-destructive testing with micrometer-scale precision. This is especially critical for identifying structural inconsistencies in fiber interconnects, photonic devices, and complex multilayer assemblies. Fiber Optical Test offers best-in-class OCT solutions designed for both lab and field applications. Headquartered in Grand Chute, WI, we have built a strong reputation across North America for delivering innovative, reliable, and customer-centric fiber optic testing technologies. Our OCT systems are engineered through continuous R&D, quality assurance, and expert support, enabling our B2B clients to elevate performance and ensure product integrity at every stage.
Core Components of Optical Time-Domain Reflectometry
Hardware
- Tunable Broadband Light Sources – Deliver precise spectral resolution critical for capturing detailed scans. Related Product Category: Optical & Imaging Sensors used to enhance spectral accuracy in broadband source performance.
- High-Speed Scanning Interferometers – Enable fast data acquisition with micrometer axial resolution. Related Product Category: Zigbee Gateways/Hubs support synchronized communication in interferometric scanning platforms.
- High-Performance Detectors – Provide noise-optimized signal processing to ensure high image fidelity. Related Product Category: BLE Gateways, Beacons & Accessories facilitate accurate signal acquisition and localized data processing.
- Modular OCT Platforms – Rugged and compact systems designed for integration across lab or field settings. Related Product Category: Device Edge hardware ensures seamless deployment and processing for modular OCT operations.
Software
- Real-Time Image Reconstruction – Instant 2D/3D visualization of fiber and component structure.
- Automated Defect Detection Algorithms – Intelligent software tools for classifying structural anomalies.
- Data Analytics Dashboard – Offers comprehensive tools for trend analysis, reporting, and archiving.
Cloud Services
- Remote Access & Monitoring – View OCT results and diagnostics across distributed facilities.
- Secure Data Storage – Ensure safe retention and version control for all captured scan data.
- OTA Software Updates – Keep your systems current with the latest features and compliance tools.
Key Features and Functionalities
Integrations and Compatibility
- Seamless integration with fiber alignment stations
- Compatible with precision motion stages
- Interoperable with third-party photonic and optical systems
- Supports a wide range of fiber types: SMF, MMF, PMF
- Integration-ready with Python, LabVIEW, and MATLAB APIs
Applications
- Connector and splice inspection
- In-line quality monitoring of fiber assemblies
- Layer-by-layer analysis of planar lightwave circuits (PLCs)
- Failure analysis in specialty fibers and photonic crystal fibers
- Biomedical imaging in fiber-based sensors and instruments
Relevant U.S. & Canadian Industry Standards and Regulations
- ANSI/TIA-568
- Telcordia GR-326-CORE
- IEEE 1591.1
- ISO/IEC 14763-3
- CSA C22.2 No. 0.3
- Non-contact, non-invasive imaging
- Micron-level axial and lateral resolution
- High-speed real-time scan capabilities
- Full-spectrum 2D and 3D imaging
- Intuitive user interface with flexible customization
Benefits of Fiber Optical Test OTDR Solutions
- Improve inspection quality without physical contact
- Reduce system downtime via early defect detection
- Speed up manufacturing QA/QC cycles
- Extend product lifecycle by identifying micro-failures
- Minimize human error through automation and remote analysis
Industries We Serve
- Telecommunications
- Medical Device Manufacturing
- Aerospace and Defense
- Semiconductor and Photonics
- Research and Academia
Case Studies
Case Study 1 (U.S.)
A major telecom OEM based in Texas integrated our OCT systems for real-time inspection of dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) modules. As a result, their inspection cycle time was reduced by 40%, and yield improved by 12%.
Case Study 2 (U.S.)
A photonics R&D lab in California used Fiber Optical Test’s OCT platform to visualize internal structures of hybrid fiber arrays. The system’s sub-micron accuracy enabled them to identify alignment drift that traditional tools missed, leading to design enhancements.
Case Study 3 (Canada)
A fiber optic sensor manufacturer in Ontario deployed our OCT hardware and cloud platform to monitor micro-structural consistency in distributed sensors. They achieved a 30% improvement in QA throughput and reduced product recalls.
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