EXFO FTB-720-023B-04B OTDR Module
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EXFO FTB-720-023B-04B OTDR module with live fiber testing at 1625 nm, dynamic range to 36 dB, 0.8 m event dead zone, and intelligent iOLM.
Product details
| Model | FTB-720-023B-04B |
| Manufacturer | EXFO |
| Category | Network & Fiber Optic Test |
| Availability | Made to order |
Description
Overview
The EXFO FTB-720-023B-04B is an OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer) module designed for everyday field testing in access networks. It features both singlemode and multimode testing capabilities with support for live fiber testing at 1625 nm, enabling in-service network characterization. The intelligent iOLM (intelligent Optical Link Mapper) application provides automated, intelligent troubleshooting for FTTA, LAN, data center, and private networks.
Key Features
- Dynamic range of up to 36 dB for comprehensive fiber characterization
- Event dead zone as low as 0.8 meter for accurate event detection
- Combined singlemode and multimode wavelength support (1310/1550 nm) with filtered 1625 nm port
- Live fiber testing at 1625 nm for in-service network monitoring
- iOLM-ready with one-touch multiple acquisitions and visual go/no-go results
- Encircled Flux (EF) compliant for standards-based multimode testing
- Real-time averaging for continuous fiber monitoring
- Automated Automode for quick fiber overview and parameter adjustment
- Built-in macrobend finder for automatic bend detection
- Bidirectional analysis capability via Fast Reporter 2 software
- iCERT option for intelligent data center cable certification
Applications
- In-service fiber characterization and live network monitoring
- Access network troubleshooting and certification
- LAN and WAN cable testing
- Private network installation and activation
- Data center fiber testing and certification
- Fronthaul/backhaul network characterization (FTTA, FTTT, remote radio heads, DAS, small cells)
Specifications
| Real-Time Averaging: | Activates the OTDR laser in continuous shooting mode, the trace refreshes in real time and allows to monitor the fiber for a sudden change. Perfect for a quick overview of the fiber under test. |
| Automode: | Used as a discovery mode, this feature automatically adjusts the distance range and the pulse width in function of the link under test. It is recommended to adjust the parameters to perform additional measurements to locate other events. |
| Zoom Tools: | Zoom and center to facilitate the analysis of your fibers. Draw a window around the area of interest and center in the screen quicker. |
| Set Parameters On The Fly: | Dynamically change OTDR settings for the ongoing acquisition without stopping or returning to submenus. |
| Microbend Finder: | This built-in feature enables the unit to automatically locate and identify macrobends, no need to spend further time analyzing the traces. |
| Bidirectional Analysis: | Via Fast Reporter 2 Data Post-Processing Software. Recommended to ensure true splice characterization, bidirectional analysis combines results from both directions to provide an average loss for each event. For a more complete event characterization, use iOLM and benefit from maximum resolution on both directions (multiple pulse widths at multiple wavelengths), as well as a consolidated view |
| Data Center Cable Certification (iCERT) | iCERT option turns the iOLM into an intelligent tier-2 certifier with automated pass/fail thresholds for SM/MM cables, helping fiber installers to certify or troubleshoot any enterprise or datacenter network according to the recognized international standards (including TIA-568, ISO 11801). |
| Features | Parameters |
| Distance Range (km) | Multimode: 0.1, 0.3, 0.5, 1.3, 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 40 Singlemode: 1.25, 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 40, 80, 160, 260 |
| Pulse Width (ns) | Multimode: 5, 10, 30, 50, 100, 275, 500, 1000 Singlemode: 5, 10, 30, 50, 100, 275, 500, 1000, 2500, 10 000, 20 000 |
| Loss Threshold (dB) | 0.01 |
| Loss Resolution (dB) | 0.001 |
| Sampling Resolution (m) | Multimode: 0.04 to 2.5 Singlemode: 0.04 to 5 |
| Sampling Points | Up to 256 000 |
| Measurement Time | User-defined (60 min. maximum) |
| Typical Real-Time Refresh (Hz) | 3 |
| Size (H x W x D) | 130 mm x 36 mm x 252 mm (5 1/8 in x 1 7/16 in x 9 15/16 in) |
| Weight | 0.65 kg 1.4 lb |
| Relative Humidity | 0% to 95% non-condensing |
| Model / Part Number | Description |
| FTB-720-12CD | OTDR 850/1300 nm |
| Example | FTB-720-023B-OTDR-EA-EUI-89 |
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