Overview

The Norland AC-3000 is a fully automated, non-contact interferometric microscope designed for measuring the endface geometry of fiber optic surfaces such as connector assemblies, ferrules, and optical fibers. Using a versatile inverted microscope with a built-in camera and a high-speed computer, the AC-3000 provides immediate 3D topographical information on the surface being inspected. Specifically designed to measure the key parameters of PC polished connectors, the AC-3000 measures the radius of curvature, offset of polish, undercut, or protrusion on FC, ST®, SC, LC, and MU type connectors. In addition, this system can measure APC, flat polished connectors, bare ferrules, cleaved or polished fibers, and sections of multifiber connectors. The feedback from the AC-3000 provides the user with optimum control of the production process by quickly showing any variation in the polish quality