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 v8.2 of MPX software is applicable to users of both MPX-1 (850nm) and MPX-2 (1300nm) with a USB 3.0 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. 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
| MPX-1 | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| MPX-2 | MPX-2 system for modal analysis of multimode fibers at 1300nm, 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 | |
|---|---|
| MPX-API | MPX API software add on, designed for accessing and controlling the MPX for automated testing (additional license required) |
| MPX-CC-01 | Rigid carrying case for MPX-1 |
| MPX-CC-02 | Rigid carrying case for MPX-2 |
| 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-CAFC | Input connector adaptor for FC connectors |
| MPX-CASC | Input connector adaptor for SC connectors |
| MPX-CAST | Input connector adaptor for ST connectors |
| MPX-CAMTP | Input connector adaptor for MTP connectors |
| 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-SR3-OM44-FC | Fiber shaker with 2 fibers (2 x OM4 ); FC/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 |
