JGR Optics offers BR1 – Backreflection Meter

Sept. 10, 2020

Leveraging the same optics as the company’s BR5 model but with improved electronics, the BR1 features a dynamic range extended down to -85 dB. The BR1 also features attributes proven on JGR Optics’ RL1 – Automated Return Loss Meter.

Stephen Hardy

JGR Optics Inc. is using this week’s CIOE event in Shenzhen to debut the BR1 – Backreflection Meter. Leveraging the same optics as the company’s BR5 model but with improved electronics, the BR1 features a dynamic range extended down to -85 dB. The BR1 also features attributes proven on JGR Optics’ RL1 – Automated Return Loss Meter, including a 5-inch touch screen and Ethernet/USB communication capabilities (see "JGR Optics’ RL1 – Automated Return Loss Meter reaches shipping stage").

The company positions the BR1 as a follow-on to the BR5. The instrument uses OCWR technology to provide a simple, reliable, and cost-effective tool for cable assembly testing, states JGR Optics. The BR1 is compatible with the company's GMS software for customized test automation. The BR1 also can be equipped to handle custom fiber core sizes such as 5-micron flexcore, 100- and 200-micron fiber as well as others. Customized sources are also available upon request.

“The BR5 has been the most trusted and reliable backreflection meter over the last 15 years. We are proud to continue the BR5 legacy through the BR1 with its revamped, modern, and intuitive user experience,” said Mark Berezny, senior product line manager at JGR Optics.

The BR1 will be on display at CIOE Sept 9-11 in Booth #6B23 alongside Senko Advanced Components.

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Stephen Hardy | Editorial Director and Associate Publisher, Lightwave

Stephen Hardy is editorial director and associate publisher of Lightwave and Broadband Technology Report, part of the Lighting & Technology Group at Endeavor Business Media. Stephen is responsible for establishing and executing editorial strategy across the both brands’ websites, email newsletters, events, and other information products. He has covered the fiber-optics space for more than 20 years, and communications and technology for more than 35 years. During his tenure, Lightwave has received awards from Folio: and the American Society of Business Press Editors (ASBPE) for editorial excellence. Prior to joining Lightwave in 1997, Stephen worked for Telecommunications magazine and the Journal of Electronic Defense.

Stephen has moderated panels at numerous events, including the Optica Executive Forum, ECOC, and SCTE Cable-Tec Expo. He also is program director for the Lightwave Innovation Reviews and the Diamond Technology Reviews.

He has written numerous articles in all aspects of optical communications and fiber-optic networks, including fiber to the home (FTTH), PON, optical components, DWDM, fiber cables, packet optical transport, optical transceivers, lasers, fiber optic testing, and more.

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