AFL FS200-100

The AFL FS200-100 FlexScan OTDR is a compact, handheld optical time-domain reflectometer for single-mode fiber optic network testing and troubleshooting. It combines OTDR, integrated visual fault locator, and optional light source and power meter capabilities in one field instrument. The touchscreen interface supports multiple testing modes—SmartAuto, Expert, and Real Time—with automated analysis and pass/fail indications. FleXpress Fast Test completes full OTDR measurements in under 5 seconds.

– Technical Specifications

• Wavelengths: 1310 nm / 1550 nm
• Dynamic Range: 32 dB (1310 nm), 30 dB (1550 nm); up to 37 dB or 39 dB in select configurations
• Event Dead Zone: 0.8 m
• Attenuation Dead Zone: 3.6 m
• Pulse Widths: 3 ns to 500 ns; 1 µs to 20 µs
• Range Settings: 250 m to 240 km
• Data Points: Up to 300,000 (Expert mode .SOR file)
• Data Spacing: 5 cm to 16 m
• Group Index of Refraction: 1.3000 to 1.7000 (adjustable)
• Distance Uncertainty: ±(1 + 0.003% × distance + data point spacing)
• Linearity: ±0.05 dB/dB
• Real-time Refresh Rate: Up to 4 Hz
• Center Wavelength Tolerance: ±20 nm (CW mode)
• Trace File Format: Telcordia SR-4731 Issue 2
• Storage: 4 GB internal memory (>1000 traces); USB memory stick support

– Key Features

• Live Fiber Protection: No OTDR damage with input power ≤ +3 dBm (1260–1675 nm)
• Live Fiber Detection: Detects signals ≥ -35 dBm (1260–1675 nm)
• Integrated Visual Fault Identifier (VFL)
• Optional Integrated Light Source: 270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz, CW, Wave ID modulation; ±0.1 dB stability (15 min); ±0.15 dB (8 hr)
• Optional Integrated Power Meter: InGaAs detector, 1 mm diameter; +23 to -50 dBm measurement range; ±0.25 dB accuracy; calibrated at 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625, 1650 nm
• Laser OTDR Emitter, Class I safety rating
• Data Transfer: USB cable, optional Bluetooth and WiFi

– Typical Applications

Single-mode fiber network installation, acceptance testing, and field troubleshooting. Fast event detection and attenuation measurement in PON and backbone networks.

– Compatibility & Integration

OTDR/source port supports in-service and out-of-service testing. Separate power meter and VFL ports. One USB host and one micro-USB function port for external peripherals and PC connectivity.