The ν‐OTDR from Luciol Instruments is a revolutionary OTDR, which characterizes optical fibers with an unprecedented resolution. It locates events, starting right from the front panel connector, with sub‐cm precision; resolves events as little as 10 cm apart; and provides excellent dynamic range with short optical pulses. Unlike standard OTDRs, which rely on analog optical power detection, the ν‐OTDR uses photon counting technology, which provides unique sensitivity with fast detection, thus allowing the use of very short optical pulses (sub ns). With excellent backscattering sensitivity, the ν‐OTDR can detect events such as macrobends, damages, and reflections as low as ‐80 dB (on APC connectors for example). It can measure insertion loss as low as 0.1 dB in connectors and splices. It is available in SMF, MMF, and POF models. Custom systems, non‐telecom wavelengths, and/or non‐standard fibers are also possible. The ν‐OTDR is available as a module, which has to be connected to an external PC via USB port.
APPLICATIONS
• Reliability testing for optical fiber assemblies (fiber optic sensors, fiber
lasers, EDFAs…);
• Qualification of optical harnesses for aviation, aerospace and
automotive applications;
• Quality control of high value optical connectors and patchcords;
• FTTH
• And more....