VIAVI DORC ZX-1 micro Series Fiber Optic Connector Interferometers
Automated DORC interferometers that measure the surface geometry of single-fiber and multi-fiber connectors.
- Connector types
- Single-fiber PC and APC connectors and fiber cleaves
- Connector types
- MT/MPO®, MMC, MT-RJ, and single-fiber connectors
- Multi-fiber support
- 16-fiber and 32-fiber MT and MCC connectors, as well as next generation connectors like FAU and CPO
- Imaging
- High-resolution 2D and 3D imaging
Overview
The VIAVI DORC ZX-1 micro Series is a family of automated interferometers that measure the surface topography of single-fiber and multi-fiber fiber optic connectors. The systems are intended for connector manufacturing and combine a compact footprint, automated operation and modular upgrade paths. The DORC product family is now part of the VIAVI Interferometry, Inspection and Cleaning portfolio.
ZX-1 micro PMS+
The ZX-1 micro PMS+ is a fifth-generation single-fiber interferometer for PC and APC connectors and fiber cleaves, built on a patented Michelson-based architecture. It automates centering, focusing, reference mirror calibration and measurement initiation. Patented RFID-based Connect ID™ technology provides apex offset calibration in a single measurement when chucks are changed. The laptop-controlled system has a hermetically sealed optical module and a fan-less design, and its modular architecture allows capabilities to be added without replacing the base platform.
ZX-1 micro Array+ HD
The ZX-1 micro Array+ HD is a sixth-generation interferometer that measures MT/MPO®, MMC, MT-RJ and single-fiber connectors on one platform, with high-resolution 2D and 3D imaging. Patented ceramic Reference Guide Pin technology removes the need for calibration when switching between multi-fiber chucks. For single-fiber measurements, Connect ID™ RFID technology is used for apex offset calibration.
Data management
Both systems store calibration data, software and system backups on the instrument for recovery after PC failures or corrupted files. Results are saved automatically in Microsoft Excel® format.
Models in this series
| Model | Description | |
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| ZX-1 micro Array+ HD |
DORC ZX-1 micro Array+ HD Multi-Fiber and Single-Fiber Connector Interferometer
Automated interferometer for 2D and 3D measurement of MT/MPO, MMC, MT-RJ and single-fiber connector end-face geometry. |
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| ZX-1 micro PMS+ |
DORC ZX-1 micro PMS+ Single-Fiber Connector Interferometer
Automated single-fiber interferometer for 2D and 3D measurement of PC and APC connector end faces and fiber cleaves. |
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Key Features
- Automated centering, focus and reference mirror calibration
- High-resolution 2D and 3D imaging
- Patented RFID Connect ID™ instant apex offset calibration
- Patented ceramic reference guide pin technology with no calibration when changing multi-fiber chucks
- Measures both multi-fiber and single-fiber connectors (ZX-1 micro Array+ HD)
- Supports 16-fiber and 32-fiber MT and MCC connectors, as well as next generation connectors like FAU and CPO
- Measures single-fiber PC and APC connectors and fiber cleaves (ZX-1 micro PMS+)
- Compact, hermetically sealed, fan-less, vibration-resistant design
- Onboard storage of calibration data, software and system backups
- Automatic Microsoft Excel® reporting
- Integrated inspection and scratch analysis
- Modular platform supporting future expansion
Specifications
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Connector types
ZX-1 micro PMS+ |
Single-fiber PC and APC connectors and fiber cleaves |
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Connector types
ZX-1 micro Array+ HD |
MT/MPO®, MMC, MT-RJ, and single-fiber connectors |
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Multi-fiber support
ZX-1 micro Array+ HD |
16-fiber and 32-fiber MT and MCC connectors, as well as next generation connectors like FAU and CPO |
| Imaging | High-resolution 2D and 3D imaging |
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Measurement time
ZX-1 micro PMS+ |
as little as 3 seconds |
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Interferometer generation
ZX-1 micro PMS+ |
Fifth-generation |
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Interferometer generation
ZX-1 micro Array+ HD |
Sixth-generation |
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ZX-1 micro PMS+
ZX-1 micro PMS+ |
DORC ZX-1 micro PMS+ Interferometer |
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ZXARRAY+HD
ZX-1 micro Array+ HD |
ZX-1 micro Array+HD Interferometer |
Applications
- Fiber optic connector manufacturing
- MT/MPO®, MMC and MT-RJ connector measurement
- Single-fiber connector inspection
- Fiber cleave verification
- Manufacturing quality control
- Production-line testing and automation
- R&D and process validation