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LFD-200 - live fiber detector

Overview
Allows you to detect traffic and measure signals anywhere on singlemode fibers without having to disconnect them.
LFD-200 - live fiber detector

Key features

  • No need to open fiber for identification
  • Hands-free operation via Hold button
  • Three interchangeable adapter heads
  • Extended range model: 23 to –50 dBm

Applications

  • Non-intrusive fiber identification
  • Traffic direction verification

Specifications

Technical specifications
Optical tone receiver270 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz
Detection techniqueNon-destructive macrobending
Loss< 0.6 dB at 1310 nm
Spectral response800 nm to 1650 nm
Minimum fiber slack required for detection1.2 cm (1/2 in)
Core power detection, typicalaLFD-202: 0 dBm to –40 dBm
LFD-202E: 23 dBm to –50 dBm
Fiber compatibilityDual window, singlemode 8 µm to 10 µm core diameter
Coating diameter250 µm diameter
CoatingHigh refractive index, acrylate
a. At 1550 nm.
General specifications
Size (H x W x D)236 mm x 30 mm x 32 mm (9 5/16 in x 1 3/16 in x 1 1/4 in)
Weight0.3 kg (0.6 lb)
BatteryStandard 9 V alkaline battery
Battery lifeApprox. 5000 readings
TemperatureOperating: –20 °C to 50 °C (–4 °F to 122 °F)
Storage: –40 °C to 60 °C (–40 °F to 140 °F)
Humidity0% to 90% non-condensing at 35 °C