The MPX-1 Modal Explorer provides real-time measurement of Encircled Flux at 850nm. Simply connect your source and patchcord to the MPX, and it will measure their Modal Launch Conditions in real-time.
Standards compliant - have confidence in its accuracy
Encircled Flux is now widely accepted as the preferred way to specify modal filling by IEEE, TIA and IEC. Measurement of Encircled Flux is defined in FOTP-203 – the “Modal Explorer” is the most standards-compliant measurement system available today and has been chosen by major standards labs in the USA and Europe as the basis for their critical measurements.
Robust and reliable - ready for production
Its compact size and solid design make it the tool of choice in cable makers, fiber optic instrument companies and VCSEL, laser and LED source makers. In use in factories every day, major players in the industry rely on the Modal Explorer. This version of software also supports the MPX API – a new way to access data and control the MPX programmatically. This enables automated testing and incorporation of the MPX into automated test routines.
Release v8.0 of MPX software is applicable to users of both MPX1 ( 850nm ) and MPX2 (1300nm ) with a USB 2.0 interface between computer and MPX optical unit. We strongly recommend all applicable users to upgrade. This version of software also supports the MPX API – a new way to access data and control the MPX programmatically. This enables automated testing and incorporation of the MPX into automated test routines. Please contact support@ardenphotonics.com to get a quotation. Please note – some early MPX-1s had an analog camera. ( serial number 1052 and lower ) and these units are not supported by the Version 8.0 software. If you have an analog MPX-1 and you want to take advantage of the latest software we can offer a hardware upgrade as well. Please contact us on the email address above to get a quotation.
Main features:
| Feature | Benefit |
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| MPX API | A new way to control and access data from the MPX programmatically to enable automated testing and enable incorporation of the MPX into integrated test routines (additional license required). |
| New Aerospace Templates | New alternative template type to allow aerospace users to specify maximum and minimum radial widths for a set of given intensities. |
| Windows 10 32/64 bit processor support | Can run on all the latest Windows computers. So there is no problem fitting in with your company’s IT departments requirements. |
| Larger Field of View | Field of view increased by 16% to make fiber positioning and calibrating easier. |
| 110µm maximum core diameter | Increased maximum custom core diameter – can now create templates for fibers with cores of up 110µm. |
Screenshots:
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 Inspect Mode |
 Measure Mode with menu |
 Calibration Mode |
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Measure Mode
Aerospace Mode
Review Mode
Software Version Feature Guide
Applicable User Manual Issue #
V 4.2 – 9
V 5.0 – 11
V 6.0 – 13
V 6.1 – 14
V 7.0 – 15
V 8.0 – 16
Feature Version and Release Date
Zoom full view Support for V 4.2 – V 8.0 (Jan 2009 – May 2016)
Line profile Support for V 4.2 – V 8.0 (Jan 2009 – May 2016)
Power calibration Support for V 4.2 – V 8.0 (Jan 2009 – May 2016)
External centroid reference Support for V 4.2 – V 8.0 (Jan 2009 – May 2016)
MPD and MTF measurement Support for V 4.2 (Jan 2009)
False colour display Support for V 4.2 – V 8.0 (Jan 2009 – May 2016)
Configurable EF templates Support for V 4.2 – V 8.0 (Jan 2009 – May 2016)
12-bit data analysis Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Normalised intensity, radial collapsed intensity Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Password protection for entry into engineering mode Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Easy switching between 62.5µm and 50µm fiber types Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Convenient shutter speed control Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Display EF as a table with the EF template Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Calculate and display EF at any radius Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Compact zipped data file Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Mode-field diameter measurement Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Review up to 10 EF data sets at once Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
MPX-2 camera cooling temperature monitor Support for V 5.0 – V 8.0 (Jul 2010 – May 2016)
Selectable centroid tracking Support for V 6.0 – V 8.0 (Sept 2011 – May 2016)
Improved optimization control Support for V 6.0 – V 8.0 (Sept 2011 – May 2016)
Improved power indicator Support for V 6.0 – V 8.0 (Sept 2011 – May 2016)
Customized core diameter with EF template Support for V 6.0 – V 8.0 (Sept 2011 – May 2016)
Support 32-bit and 64-bit processors Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
Customizable Excel format report Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
MFD and nominal core diameter overlayed onto live image Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
One click export of MPX data Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
Improved support for IEEE templates Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
Improved “Optimize” range control Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
Saves multiple reviewed files Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
Displays Relative EF Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
New EF template graph Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
MPX-2 calibration pack control up-dated Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
Improved image display performance Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
New keyboard shortcuts Support for V 7.0 – V 8.0 (Nov 2013 – May 2016)
Supports Windows 10 Support for V 8.0 (May 2016)
New Aerospace Template Support for V 8.0 (May 2016)
16% Increased Field of View Support for V 8.0 (May 2016)
110µm maximum core diameter Support for V 8.0 (May 2016)
MPX API support Support for V 8.0 (May 2016)
| MPX-1 | |
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| Wavelength | 850 nm (EF measurement range is from 400 to 1100 nm but End Face Inspection and Focusing is at 850 nm) |
| Dimensions | 260(W) x 270(D) x 90(H) mm |
| Weight | 2.5 kg |
| Dynamic range | 60 dB |
| Image sensor | CCD array, 12-bit, 4.65 µm square pixels |
| Maximum core diameter | 110 µm |
| Maximum source power | Approx 10 mW (depends on power density,fibre type etc.) |
| Input connector adaptors available | Universal 2.5 mm ferrule; LC (both supplied as standard) FC, ST, SC, MTP, bare fiber (optional) |
| End face inspection and focusing | 850 nm |
| Built-in reference source | 850 nm LED, FC connector, over-filled (110 µm core diameter; 0.37 N.A.) |
| Power | External switched mode power supply (supplied) |
| Connection to computer | USB 2.0 (USB B to USB A: 2 m cable supplied) |
| Operating temperature | 10 – 30 °C |
| Computer requirements (minimum specification) | 2 GB RAM ; USB 2.0 port – note system may not work with USB 3 |
| Operating systems supported | Windows 7/8/10, 32bit or 64bit |
| Part number | Description |
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| MPX-1 | MPX-1 system for modal analysis of multimode fibers at 850nm, including optical unit, cables, software package and user manual. System is supplied with a universal 2.5mm connector adaptor and an LC connector adaptor. Computer not included. See product specification for information about computer configuration. |
| Options | |
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| MPX-API | MPX-1 system for modal analysis of multimode fibers at 850nm, including optical unit, cables, software package and user manual. System is supplied with a universal 2.5mm connector adaptor and an LC connector adaptor. Computer not included. See product specification for information about computer configuration. |
| MPX-CC-01 | Rigid carrying case for MPX-1 |
| MPX-CP01 | Chrome-on-Glass calibration artefact and software package for MPX-1 and MPX-2 to enable user calibration traceable to NPL standards. Includes Chrome-on-Glass artefact, software CD and operation instructions |
| MPX-CAU250 | Input connector adaptor for 2.5mm diameter ferrule connectors, universal (supplied as standard with MPX-1 and MPX-2) |
| MPX-CALC | Input connector adaptor for LC connectors (supplied as standard with MPX-1 and MPX-2) |
| MPX-CAFC | Input connector adaptor for FC connectors |
| MPX-CAFC/APC | Input connector adaptor for FC/APC connectors |
| MPX-CASC | Input connector adaptor for SC connectors |
| MPX-CASC/APC | Input connector adaptor for SC/APC connectors |
| MPX-CAST | Input connector adaptor for ST connectors |
| MPX-CAMTP | Input connector adaptor for MTP connectors |
| MPX-CAMT | Input connector adaptor for MT ferrule |
| MPX-CAMTRJ | Input connector adaptor for MTRJ connectors |
| MPX-SR3-OM12-FC | Fiber shaker with 2 fibers ( 1 x OM1 and 1 x OM2 ); FC/PC connectors on input and output |
| MPX-SR3-OM12-LC | Fiber shaker with 2 fibers ( 1 x OM1 and 1 x OM2 ); LC/PC connectors on input and output |
| MPX-SR3-OM34-FC | Fiber shaker with 2 fibers ( 1 x OM3 and 1 x OM4 ); FC/PC connectors on input and output |
| MPX-SR3-OM34-LC | Fiber shaker with 2 fibers ( 1 x OM3 and 1 x OM4 ); LC/PC connectors on input and output |
| MPX-UEW3 | MPX extended warranty covering parts and labour for 3 years from purchase, return to base. Cover excludes camera. |
| APL-LC | Laptop computer, pre-installed with application software |
| APL-DC | Desktop computer, pre-installed with application software |
