Having trouble isolating high losses and faults in fiber optical cables? Need to pinpoint exactly where there is a bend or break point in the fiber glass?

If you’re a telecommunications or CATV technician or are working on a fiber optics integration project, investing in a reliable visual fault locator can mean the difference between getting a strong connection or suffering unwanted optical loss, pinches, breaks, bends and poor connections on both singlemode and multimode fibers.

A small device, usually pocket-size, a visual fault locator or fiber optic cable tester works by emitting a powerful red laser and can quickly identify faulty connectors, bad splices and pinched fibers to make sure you always have superior fiber continuity across all applications such as LAN, WAN, fiber data links, telephone and CATV.

At PacRad we recommend the Greenlee 180XL visual fault locator for its reliability, ease of use, long reach of up to 7km, Class 2 designation for safe light levels for the technician and its ability to locate faults quickly without the use of costlier equipment.

Features & Benefits: Greenlee 180XL Fiber Optic Visual Fault Finder w/ Soft Carrying Case

• Continuous wave output mode for steady fault location
• Blinking output mode increases viewing contrast
• Easy-to-use quick interface fits all 2.5mm connector interfaces with an optional 1.25mm adapter
• Ergonomic rotary switch permits easy one-handed operation
• Rugged, compact and splash proof aluminum design
• Wavelength: 650nm ±10nm
• Emitter Type: Fabry Perot
• Output Power: 0 dBm (1 mW)
• Range: 7 km
• Laser Classification: Class 2
• Modes of Operation: CW and 2Hz Modulation
• Method of Display Operation: Green/Red LED
• Compatible with Singlemode & Multimode Fibers

How it Works

For a detailed look at how the Greenlee visual fault locator works please see the video below:

 

Greenlee Fiber Optic Cleaning Pens

Rated for over 800 cleaning cycles with one-click activation, and an anti-static design to prevent secondary contamination, the Greenlee fiber optic cleaning pen is a quick, easy and cost-effective way to clean fiber optic connectors and bulkheads.

Any expert fiber optics technician knows that proper cleaning of connectors and bulkheads before mating can prevent contamination issues which can mean costly rework, especially if it leads to more damage.

Available in two styles to clean 2.5mm and 1.25mm optical connector ferules and bulkheads, fiber cleaning pens ensure that fiber connections in any network always operate at peak performance.

Find genuine Greenlee fiber optic products at the best market price at Pacific Radio Electronics or click to view all our Fiber Optic Products.