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FLS-140 - Visual fault locator

Overview
Highly efficient pocket-size visual fault locator—the ideal complementary tool for any fiber-testing technician.
FLS-140 - Visual fault locator

Key features

  • Bright red laser at 655 nm
  • Pulsed and CW operation
  • 40 hours of operation (typical)
  • Standard AAA alkaline batteries
  • Pocket-size pen-style design
  • 2.5 mm universal connector

Specifications

Technical specifications
Operation (Hz)(a)2 to 3
Wavelength (nm) (typical)650 to 660
Emitter typeLaser
Power output (typical) (mW)0.6 (b)
Maximum power output (mW)<1 (b)
Distance range (typical) (km)5 (c)
Operation modePulsed and CW
(a) Specifications are valid at 23 °C ± 3 °C.

(b) Only valid with 50/125 µm fiber.

(c) Depends on fiber attenuation.
General specifications
Power supply2 AAA alkaline batteries
Laser class2M
Battery life (h)Pulsed 40 (d)
Length157 mm (6 3/16 in)
Maximum diameter12 mm (1/2 in)
Weight (with batteries)70 g (2.5 oz)
Temperature Operating—10 °C to 45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F)
Storage—30 °C to 60 °C (—22 °F to 140 °F)
(d) Typical battery life using AAA alkaline batteries: VARTA Industrial No. 4003; 1.5 V; LR03 Micro; AM4; MN2400. Battery life may fluctuate significantly, depending on specific unit's laser current.