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EXFO FTB-730-236B OTDR

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EXFO FTB-730-236B OTDR
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FTB-730-236B OTDR for passive optical networks with triple wavelength support (1310/1490/1550 nm) and 39 dB dynamic range.

Model FTB-730-236B-XX
Manufacturer EXFO
Category Network & Fiber Optic Test
Availability Made to order

Overview

The EXFO FTB-730-236B is an optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) designed for field technicians who need to characterize splitters in passive optical network (PON), fiber-to-the-home (FTTx), and multi-dwelling unit (MDU) applications. With triple-wavelength capability at 1310, 1490, and 1550 nm, this module delivers a dynamic range of up to 39 dB and can test through splitters with port counts up to 1x128.

Key Features

  • Test through high-port-count splitters (up to 1x128)
  • Singlemode port for in-service troubleshooting with standard in-line optical power meter
  • Dynamic range up to 39 dB at 20 μs
  • Short acquisition time for rapid deployment
  • EXFO Connect-compatible for automated asset management and cloud-based database integration
  • iOLM-ready for one-touch multiple acquisitions with visual go/no-go results

Applications

  • FTTx and MDU test challenges within PON networks
  • Access network testing (point-to-point)
  • Passive Optical LAN (POL)
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.
Macrobend Finder This built-in feature enables the unit to automatically locate and identify macrobends, no need to spend further time analyzing the traces.
Features  Parameters
Wavelength (nm) b 1310 ± 20/1490 ± 15/1550 ± 20/1625 ± 10/1650 ± 7
Dynamic Range at 20 μs (dB) c 39/38/37/39d/37
Event Dead Zone (m) e 0.8
Attenuation Dead Zone (m) e 4/4.5/4.5/4.5/4.5
Distance Range (km) 1.25, 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 40, 80, 160, 260, 400
Pulse Width (ns) 5, 10, 30, 50, 100, 275, 500, 1000, 2500, 10 000, 20 000
Linearity (dB/dB) b ±0.03
PON Dead Zone (m) f 35
Loss Threshold (dB) 0.01
Loss Resolution (dB) 0.001
Sampling Resolution (m) 0.04 to 5
Sampling Points Up to 256 000
Distance Uncertainty (m) g ±(0.75 + 0.0025 % x distance + resolution)
Measurement Time User-defined (60 min. maximum)
Typical Real-Time Refresh (Hz) 4
Stable Source Output Power (dBm) h –2.5
Reflectance (dB) b ±2
Input Power Range (dBm) 1490 nm: –65 to 18 1550 nm: –50 to 28
PON Power Meter (nm) Two channels: 1490/1550
Broadband Power Meter (nm) One channel: 1270 to 1625
Power Uncertainty (dB) b ±0.2
Calibrated Wavelengths (nm) 1310, 1490, 1550 and 1625
PON Power Meter Spectral Band (nm) 1450 to 1530
Broadband Power Meter Spectral Band (nm) 1270 to 1625
Display Resolution (dB) 0.1
PON Power Meter ORL (dB) b –55
Broadband Power Meter ORL (dB) b –50
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
FTB-730-236B SM OTDR module, 1310/1490/1550 nm (9/125 µm)
EXFO FTB-730-236B OTDR

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