Pocket Optical Power Meter KI 9600A-Ge
The inexpensive KI 9600A-Ge Shirt-Pocket Power Meter is a simple and reliable optical power meter ideal for testing typical power & loss on both multimode & single mode fiber optic systems. It provides high accuracy and simplicity of use at an economical price.
- 12 calibration λ, ±2% accuracy, ISO 17025 traceable
- Small size, easy to use, rugged & reliable
- dBm / dB / linear, 0.01 dB resolution
- Display hold & max/min recording
- Tone detector with Multi-Fiber ID
- Easy to use TamperLock mode
- Interchangeable connectors
- Full QA reports

Interchangeable connectors
Use a single tester for: SC, LC, MPO, FC, HFBR, & other connectors - including universal & duplex options.

Test tone with multi-fiber ID
Send & identify one of 12 unique test tones. Great for quickly verifying continuity, polarity and rack labelling.

ILAC/NATA ISO 17025 optical calibration
Internationally recognised traceable optical calibration to ISO17025

TamperLock mode
Lock down user controls and configuration to reduce the risk of test failure.
KI9600A-GE specifications
Detector type | Ge |
Response wavelength | 600 ~ 1650 nm |
Calibration wavelength | 635, 650, 660, 780, 850, 1300, 1310, 1390, 1490, 1550, 1610, 1625 nm |
Power range | +10 ~ -60 dBm |
Mid-range linearity | 0.06 dB (typical) |
Total uncertainty | 0.5 dB (max) |
Wavelength sensitivity (± 30 nm) | 0.04 dB (typical) |
ID tone detection sensitivity | up to -50 dBm |
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General KI 9600A Pocket Power Meter specifications
Accuracy | ±2 % |
Calibration validity | 3 Years (ISO17025) |
Resolution | 0.01 dB |
Polarization sensitivity | < 0.05 dB (typical) |
Tone detection | 200 ~ 2500 Hz ± 2 % |
Power | 2 x AAA (LR-03) Alkaline |
Battery life | 300 Hours |
Auto-off | Selectable |
Size | 124 x 81 x 25 mm |
Unit weight | 0.15 kg |
Shipping weight | 0.5 kg |
Operating / storage temperatures | -15 to 55 / -25 to 70 °C |
Relative humidity | 0 ~ 95 % |
Warranty | 3 Years |
In the box

SC Through Connector OPT046

Canvas Pouch for KI9000 Series Instruments OPT156

Wrist Strap / Lanyard for KI Products

Calibration Certificate ILAC/NATA Compliant

Quality Assurance Certificate

Quick Reference Guide QRG
Optional accessories

Hybrid ST Connector Adaptor OPT040

Hybrid FC Connector Adaptor OPT051

Hybrid E2000 Connector Adaptor OPT060

Hybrid E2000 Connector Adaptor Green OPT060G

Hybrid LSA-DIN47256 AVIM Connector Adaptor OPT071

Hybrid LC / F3000 Connector Adaptor OPT072

Hybrid LC Connector Adaptor OPT076

Hybrid MU Connector Adaptor OPT080

Hybrid Universal 2.5 mm Connector Adaptor OPT081

Hybrid SMA Connector Adaptor OPT082

Hybrid Universal 1.25 mm Connector Adaptor OPT084

Hybrid HFBR Connector Adaptor OPT078

Hybrid POF Multi-Connector Adaptor OPT077

Hybrid Universal 1.25 mm Connector Adaptor OPT085
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