The Inline Photonics PCM-100 is a state-of-the-art  polarization control and measurement system designed  for high-precision optical testing and signal stabilization. It  features a 4-axis lossless polarization controller and dual  logarithmic optical power meters, offering a versatile  platform for measuring Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL),  Degree of Polarization (DOP), and real-time polarization stabilization. Designed for R&D labs, production testing,  and field deployments, the PCM-100 delivers precise polarization control and measurement, making it an  indispensable tool for advanced optical systems.

Key Features & Capabilities 

1. Lossless Polarization Controller

Ultra-low insertion loss (<0.01 dB) ensures minimal impact on signal integrity.

Operates as a standalone polarization controller, adjustable via USB or RS232.

Functions as a polarization scrambler, dynamically altering the State of Polarization (SOP) across  the Poincaré sphere, achieving DOP <2.5% within a 10 ms averaging time.

PER>40dB

2. Dual Logarithmic Optical Power Meters

>80 dB dynamic range with seamless operation—no gain switching required.

Optimized for Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM), Dense WDM (DWDM), and broadband  optical components.

Independent dual-channel monitoring:

One channel measures optical power after the Device Under Test (DUT).

The second channel monitors input laser power variations for real-time stability  assessment.

3. Intelligent Measurement & Stabilization

Real-time PDL and DOP analysis powered by a proprietary control algorithm.

Fast response time (<2 ms) for dynamic power stabilization and polarization fluctuation  suppression.