GAO Fiber Optics has released an advanced optical multimeter. The optical multimeter carries out absolute and relative power tests and optical loss tests and is specifically designed for use in optical telecommunication, CATV and labs. It supports multi-wavelength precision measurement and automatic bi-directional tests. This optical power meter can be customized to meet various requirements. […]
Test Equipment
Transmission Analyzer Covers Many Applications
GAO Comm launched its E1/Datacom transmission analyzer, which integrates both E1 and datacom testing functions and is intended for comprehensive analysis, measurement and evaluation of the transmission quality of telecommunications systems. Its portable design, simple operation and multifunctional features make it an invaluable tool for field use. This portable E1/Datacom transmission analyzer, model 2135, supports […]
Instron Introduces Universal Testing Machines
Instron, announced its new line of universal materials testing equipment. The 5900 Series has improved ergonomics, accuarcy, and reliability as well as an enhanced overall experience for the operator. The single column tabletop systems, with a small footprint ideal for lab use, are designed for low-force testing up to 2 kN. These systems are commonly […]
Tektronix Buys Sypris Solutions Business Segment
Tektronix, Inc., a supplier of test, measurement, and monitoring products and solutions, completed the acquisition of the Test & Measurement business from Sypris Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq/NM: SYPR ) for $39.0 million. Sypris Test & Measurement, Inc. is a provider of calibration services, testing and component sourcing services, and specialty products. The company serves in a […]
Handheld ADSL 2+ Tester Provides Increased Performance
Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments offers its compact, handheld and easy-to-use test instrument – ADSL 2+ Tester, which is used to test ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL 2+ and RE-ADSL2 lines. This multi-functional tester quickly determines whether the line tested complies with appropriate standards and clearly displays test results through its high resolution, backlit LCD, and indicates […]
Broadband Across America from JDSU
MILPITAS, CA – JDSU launched “Broadband@Work Across America,” a campaign to help raise awareness and educate rural service providers on the technical issues and challenges that could impact their ability to successfully deploy broadband services in towns across the country. The campaign is inspired by the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which provides $7.2 […]
Source Measure Unit from Agilent Technologies, Inc.
SANTA CLARA, CA – Agilent Technologies Inc. introduced a three-channel source measure unit (SMU) that can simultaneously provide power and perform measurements in applications such as parametric testing of diodes, LEDs, CMOS integrated circuits and other semiconductor devices. The U2723A USB modular SMU`s compact size saves benchtop space, and its improved throughput saves time. It […]
Test and Measurement Basics of Microphones
Microphones are familiar sensors that transform sound pressure waves into electrical signals over a broad range of frequencies and amplitudes. They are an integral part of a variety of devices including tape recorders, hearing aids, telephones, and computers. They are also used in radio and television broadcasting and audio engineering. But another specific class, perhaps […]
Automated Gearbox Testing builds in Consistency
Ann Arbor, MI – The U.S. military has demanding requirements for the hardware it needs. Take, for instance, a set of gearboxes built by Excel Gear Inc., Roscoe, Ill, (excelgear.com) for missile launchers on the U.S. Navy’s new DDG1000 series of ships. The gearboxes are drive elements for the servo systems that rotate and elevate […]
