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FLS-240 - Visual fault locator

Overview
Straightforward solution for identifying breaks, bends, faulty connectors or splices, as well as other causes of signal loss.

Key features

  • Bright red laser at 635 nm
  • Pulsed and CW operation
  • 50 hours of operation (typical)
  • 2.5 mm universal connector
  • Rugged and weatherproof

Applications

  • Break and macrobend location
  • Fiber identification

Specifications

Technical specifications
Operation (Hz) (a) 2 to 4
Wavelength (nm) 630 to 645
Emitter type Laser
Power output (b) (typical) (mW) 0.8
Distance range (c) (typical) (km) 5
Operation mode Pulsed and CW
Laser safety standards IEC 60825-1:2007; 21 CFR 1040.10
Laser classification Class 2M laser product; λ: 635 ± 10 nm; Ppk < 1 mW; complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50 dated 2007
a. Specifications are valid at 23 °C ± 1 °C.
b. Only valid with 50/125 µm fiber.
c. Depends on fiber attenuation.
*. Typical length of continuous fiber at which end-to-end identification is possible. VFL depends on ambient light conditions at test site.
General specifications
Power supply 2 AAA alkaline batteries
Laser class 2M
Battery life (d) (h) CW 35
Battery life (d) (h) Pulsed 50
Length 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in)
Maximum diameter 2.5 cm (1 in)
Weight without batteries 80 g (4.8 oz)
Weight with batteries 120 g (6.3 oz)
Temperature — operating −10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)
Temperature — storage −30 °C to 60 °C (−22 °F to 140 °F)
Standard accessories User guide, two AAA alkaline batteries, belt clip and certificate of compliance
d. Typical battery life using AAA alkaline batteries. Battery life may fluctuate significantly, depending on specific unit’s laser current.