Fault Locatings with a VFL and an Inspection Probe
VFL and Inspection Probe help to visually identify the source of the problem in fiber optic networks. They are helpful for further investigation of possible faults when other instruments such as OTDR or tester has to quit due to their restrictions.
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Fault detection
(red) through VFL
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Visual Fault Locator
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Complementary to network trouble shooting with OTDR
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Covers the area between the front connector of an optical link and its termination hardware where OTDR can’t be used due to dead zones
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Visible red light helps identify the source and the location of the problem
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Connector end face
through Probe image
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Fiber Inspection Probe
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A safe way to reconfirm that the installed connector on a live fiber is ok
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Shows the end face surface quality and cleanliness
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Photos can be stored for later quality control and documentation
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Corning OV1000 OTDR
main frame controls the fiber inspection probe and allows end face photos to be taken and stored. VFLs are optional available with certain configurations on the
Corning OV1000 OTDR
and the
handheld sources and testers
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