HBM Fiber Optic Sensors

HBM's fiber optic sensors, particularly the newLight series, use Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) technology for precise, multipoint measurements of strain, temperature, acceleration, and tilt.

Overview of HB

M Fiber Optic SensorsHBM's newLight sensor line is designed for structural health monitoring and industrial applications, offering high long-term stability, large strain measurement ranges, and resistance to environmental factors such as humidity, rust, and salt over long distances. These sensors are compatible with standard telecom cables, making them cost-efficient for medium-to-high channel applications. Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) TechnologyThe sensors are based on FBG technology, which allows for accurate and stable measurements.

Key types include: Strain sensors: FBG-based for precise strain monitoring. Temperature sensors: Provide clean and accurate thermal mapping or compensation. Displacement sensors: Use two FBGs for temperature-compensated linear position measurements.

Tilt sensors: Measure small inclination variations using a push-pull FBG configuration. Accelerometers: FBG-based for low-frequency vibration measurements. Multipoint Measurement with FS70The FS70 series offers configurable arrays of FBGs for multipoint mechanical stress measurements in laboratories and industrial environments.

Options include: FS70FBG: Single-mode optical fiber with high-performance coating for optimal stress transfer. FS70PKF: Adds a PEEK filament coating for enhanced durability. Integration and ApplicationsHBM FiberSensing, now fully integrated into HBM, combines over a decade of optical sensing expertise with HBM's 60+ years in test and measurement.

This integration strengthens HBM's ability to provide customized optical monitoring solutions for applications where traditional technologies may fail. The sensors can be used in: Structural health monitoring of bridges, buildings, and industrial machinery. Laboratory experiments requiring multipoint strain or temperature measurements.

Harsh environments where conventional sensors may degrade. System CompatibilityHBM provides a complete ecosystem including sensors, optical data acquisition modules, and software for monitoring and analysis, ensuring seamless integration and efficient installation. In summary, HBM's fiber optic sensors offer robust, precise, and versatile solutions for industrial and research applications, leveraging FBG technology for reliable multipoint measurements under challenging environmental conditions.