EXFO FIP-500 – Fiber inspection scope

The EXFO FIP-500 is the most reliable fiber inspection scope for headends, exchanges, CORDs, and HERDs. Thanks to its innovative image capture techniques and leading optical performance, it repeatedly delivers accurate results for single- and multi-fiber connectors. The FIP-500 is also easy to use, with a highly visible touchscreen and longer reach by default. This makes it the ideal tool for inspecting hard-to-reach connectors in these critical environments.

Features:

• Innovative image capture techniques: The EXFO FIP-500 uses innovative image capture techniques to provide clear and detailed images of the connector endface. This allows for accurately identifying even the smallest defects, such as scratches, pits, and cracks.
• Leading optical performance: The EXFO FIP-500 has leading optical performance, ensuring that the images are captured with the highest possible fidelity. This is essential for accurate inspection of connectors in these critical environments, where even the smallest defects can have a major impact on performance.
• Easy to use: The FIP-500 is easy to use, even for technicians with limited experience. The touchscreen interface is intuitive and the menus are clear and concise. This makes it easy to quickly and easily inspect connectors, even in difficult-to-reach areas.
• Longer reach by default: The EXFO FIP-500 has a longer reach by default than other fiber inspection scopes. This makes it easier to inspect connectors that are located in tight spaces or behind obstructions.
• Compatible with a wide variety of connectors: The EXFO FIP-500 is compatible with a wide variety of fiber optic connectors, including single-mode, multimode, and MPO connectors. This makes it the ideal tool for inspecting connectors in a variety of applications.
• Backed by a comprehensive warranty: The FIP-500 is backed by a comprehensive warranty, giving you peace of mind knowing that your investment is protected.

Benefits:

• Accurate results: The FIP-500 delivers accurate results repeatedly, ensuring that connectors are properly inspected and any defects are identified early. This can help to prevent costly outages and downtime.
• Time savings: The FIP-500 is easy to use and can save technicians significant time. This is important in these critical environments, where time is often of the essence.
• Portability: The FIP-500 is portable and can be easily taken to the field. This makes it easy to inspect connectors in remote locations or in difficult-to-reach areas.
• Reliable: The FIP-500 is built to last and is backed by a comprehensive warranty. This gives you peace of mind knowing that your investment is protected.

EXFO FIP-500 – Fiber inspection scope Specifications:

• Size (H x W x D): 196 mm x 230 mm x 59 mm (7 3/4 in x 9 1/16 in x 2 5/16 in)
• Weight: 580 g (1.28 lb)
• Reach: 99 mm (3 15/16 in)
• Temperature Operating: –10 °C to 40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F)
• Temperature Storage: –20 °C to 60 °C (–4 °F to 140 °F)
• Relative humidity: 0 % to 95 % non-condensing
• Supported languages: English, French, Simplified Chinese, German, Spanish, Korean and Japanese
• Autonomy: 16 h
• Distance range (typical):
  • Singlemode: 5 km (3.10 mi)
  • multimode: 2 km (1.24 mi)
• Accessories:
  • GP-2300 – Protective cap and cord assembly,
  • GP-2269 – USB-A to USB-C cable (for charging and transfer of inspection results),
  • GP-2227 – USB AC adapter (includes interchangeable plugs for Australia, Europe, North America and UK)
• End-to-end inspection and analysis time:
  • MPO-12: 10 s
  • MPO-24: 15 s
  • Single-fiber: 4 s
• Field of view:
  • Multi-fiber: 2.03 mm x 5.16 mm
  • Single-fiber: 0.75 mm x 0.75 mm
• Pas/Fail analysis: IEC 61300-3-35 ED.3(2022) b, IEC 61300-3-35 (2015), user-set criteria
• Camera sensor: 2 sensors of 5 megapixel
• Light source: 2 violet LEDs at 415 ±15 nm
• Lighting technique: Coaxial, pulsed
• Display: 2.4 in IPS color LCD 166 dpi + capacitive touchscreen
• CPU: 1.4 GHz dual core
• Connectivity: Bluetooth, WiFi and USB-C
• Battery type: Lithium-ion polymer (Li-Po) rechargeable battery
• Autonomy: 11 hours
• Connector: USB-C
• Local storage capability:
  • Multi-fiber: 2000 measurements
  • Single-fiber: 10 000 measurements