Simplified Fibre Verification with VeEX pocket-sized FL41 Optical Fault Locator
March 29, 2023
VeEX, a player in innovative test and measurement solutions for next-generation networks, has announced the availability of the FL41 Optical Fault Locator for service activation and maintenance. Compact and pocket-sized, the easy-to-carry FL41 allows service technicians to quickly measure the length of any fibre under 20 km, including PON drop fibres and short fibres in applications like LAN/WAN.
With a measurement range from 60m up to 20 km, the FL41 finds the End of Fibre for drop cables with a one-touch automatic mode that provides results in about 30 seconds. After the fiber length is verified, users can check signal strength with the optional built-in broadband OPM, or pair it with a VeEX light source to measure link loss.
The FL41 uses the patent pending NoApp QR code feature to transfer saved measurement results to any smartphone or tablet to generate customised reports, upload to the cloud or share with customers and clients – all without having to download any specialised apps.
Key features include:
- Single mode cable length verification
- Patent pending NoApp QR code generation feature for faster result saving/transfers
- Optional In-Service testing with built-in filter
- Optional Optical Power Meter with calibrated wavelengths 1310/1490/1550/1625
“The new FL41 Optical Fault Locator is a simple, portable, and affordable solution to measure cable length for verification and fault location without the need for multiple devices,” said Nick Wissman, Product Marketing Engineer, Fibre Optics Solutions at VeEX. “Its one-touch length measurement, optional broadband OPM, and patent pending NoApp QR code transfer are all contained in a low-cost lightweight package, making it an easy addition to any testing toolkit.”