High-Performance Optical Fiber Sensors

HBM FiberSensing offers two lines of optical strain gauges and sensors based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) technology:

  • The FS Line includes strain sensors in different formats and is most suited for large sensing networks. This line ensures connectivity along several kilometers of fiber without compromising the sensors signals.
  • The OP Line comprises strain sensors for high strain applications due to their outstanding resistance. With intrinsic bending capability, the strain gauges from the OP Line are available as linear gauges or strain rosettes. 
FS62
Optical strain sensors based on Fiber Bragg Grating technology for structural health monitoring and testing in laboratory applications.
K-OP
Optical strain gauges with outstanding bending capability and high performance coatings for high strain measurements.
K-OP-A
Optical-armored strain gauges and rosettes suitable for high strain measurements in extremely harsh environments.
OptiMet
Single optical fibers with multiple fiber Bragg gratings with different protection coatings for multipoint measurement of strain in demanding applications.

More Optical Solutions from the FS Line

Adding to the optical strain sensors, the FS Line also includes other types of Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) sensors for measuring temperature, tilt, and acceleration in a wide range of applications.

FS63
High-performance temperature sensors based on Fiber Bragg Grating technology for measuring applications and electrical machines.
FS64
Ruggedized TILT sensor based on Fiber Bragg Grating technology that measures angle variations towards the vertical in several applications.
FS65
Robust VIBRATION sensor based on Fiber Bragg Grating technology for measuring low frequency and small amplitude vibrations in monitoring applications.

Optical Interrogators

To complete the system, the company has available measuring devices (data acquisition systems) prepared to read Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) sensors.

FS22
Static and dynamic optical interrogators specifically designed to interrogate optical (FBG) sensors in industrial environments
FS42
Optical interrogator with embedded software and batteries specifically designed to interrogate optical Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) sensors on field

Optical Accessories

HBM offers a wide range of accessories for optical measurement technology.

The Best of Both Worlds ...Only with HBM

  • Simultaneous data acquisition of electrical and optical strain gauges.
  • Combined data analysis from both types of sensors in HBM's catman software.

Your Benefits with FBG Technology

Reduce installation costs

  • Reduced wiring since a single fiber can handle multiple optical sensors.
  • Individually adapted and configured measurement chain to suit your requirements.

Precise results even in difficult environments

  • For stress and fatigue tests even in materials with high levels of strain, and with high numbers of load cycles.
  • Accurate test results in adverse ambient conditions, e.g. high-voltage systems.

Reliable data even on long-distance transmissions

  • Virtually no effects of distance and cable length on the test results.
  • High-quality results even if the DAQ system is located hundreds of yards from the measuring points.

Small sensor size and weight

  • Easy installation in remote sites and spots that are difficult to access.
  • Available in different types of packaging to address a wide range of applications, such as in laboratory, concrete and outdoors.
Optical Strain Sensor Fundamentals
Basics and fundamentals of strain measurements with focus on optical strain sensors and their applications, such as monitoring structural health.
Optical Strain Measurement Glossary
A useful guide of technical terms to help you understand the commonly used concepts related to strain measurement, using optical sensors.
Configuring optical strain sensors
Learn how to accurately configure an optical strain sensors chain from HBM FiberSensing for a successful installation.
Fiber Bragg Grating Technology FAQs
Concise answers to the most frequently asked questions about optical strain gages and fiber bragg grating technology.
Strain Measurement with Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors
What is a Fiber Bragg Grating?
A fiber bragg grating (FBG) is just a few millimeters long, highly sensitive and very reliable. Learn more about its properties!
Optical fiber sensors unveiled – How your needs can be fulfilled
In this webinar you will be guided through the fundamental concepts of optical fiber technology and how it can be used for sensing.
FS62 weldable strain sensor for easy installation on steel
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FS22 DI with improved features
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