Description

The os300-600 FBG Tubular Strain Sensor is a transducer that transforms a static or dynamic distance variation into a change in reflected wavelength of a pre-stressed Fiber Bragg Grating that can be precisely measured with Micron Optics' sensing instruments.

os300-600 sensors are available in double-ended and chained configurations. It is possible to connect more than 5 full-range sensors in series on a single optical fiber.

Applications

Long-term monitoring, risk and damage assessment of:

• Civil Structures/Civionics (bridges, dams, tunnels, buildings)
  

• Energy (wind turbines, pipelines, nuclear reactors)
  

• Aerospace Vehicles (composite structures, wind tunnels, dynamic tests)
  

• Oil & Gas (platform structural health monitoring)
  

• Marine Vessels (hull, mast, rudder, submarine pressure tests)
  

• Transportation (railways, roadways)
  

Features

• High resolution
  

• Static and dynamic measurements
  

• Long gauge length
  

• Stainless steel construction
  

• Ideal for harsh environments
  

• Available in double-ended configurations
  

• Insensitive to corrosion
  

• Immune to electromagnetic fields
  

• Easy to install
  

• Long lifetime
  

• Water resistant

Basic Sensor Construction:

The os300-600 is composed of active and passive parts. The active part contains the measurement fiber and measures the deformations between its two ends, transforming it into a wavelength shift of the Fiber Bragg Grating. The passive part (connecting cable) is insensitive to deformations and is used to connect the sensor to the Micron Optics instrument.

The os300-600 is terminated with FC/APC-type connectors. os300-600 sensors can be quickly and easily installed. Using optional mounting brackets, the os300-600 can be mounted to nearly any material surface. Call Micron Optics regarding your specific application.