EXFO FOT-5200 – CWDM Channel Power Analyzer

The EXFO FOT-5200 is a CWDM channel power analyzer designed for installing, maintaining, and repairing CWDM networks. This innovative, low-cost analyzer can measure the power of each CWDM channel independently, making it an essential tool for network operators and technicians. In this article, we will explore the features and benefits of the EXFO FOT-5200, as well as its applications and technical specifications.

Features and Benefits

• The FOT-5200 can deliver extremely fast and accurate measurements of CWDM channel power with a measurement uncertainty of ±0.5 dB. This feature facilitates an easy and quick identification and troubleshooting of network issues.
• Moreover, the FOT-5200 can measure the power of each CWDM channel independently, enabling network operators to easily identify and isolate issues affecting specific channels.
• The device also has a wide power display range from +10 to -70 dBm, making it suitable for various applications.
• The FOT-5200 is a lightweight, handheld device that is portable and easy to use. Technicians can quickly get up to speed and start using it in the field, thanks to its intuitive interface and simple controls.

Applications

The EXFO FOT-5200 is a versatile tool that can be used in various applications, such as:

• Network Installation: The FOT-5200 verifies the power levels of each CWDM channel during network installation, ensuring that the network is functioning correctly and meeting performance requirements.
• Network Maintenance: The FOT-5200 is a handy tool to troubleshoot network issues and identify the root cause of problems affecting specific channels. This helps network operators to restore service quickly and minimize downtime.
• Network Upgrades: The FOT-5200 verifies the performance of new equipment and ensures that it is compatible with existing network infrastructure.

Technical Specifications

• The EXFO FOT-5200 offers a range of technical specifications that make it a powerful tool for CWDM network testing. Some of its key specifications include:
• Measurement Range: The FOT-5200 can measure the power of each CWDM channel independently, with a power display range from +10 to -70 dBm.
• Measurement Uncertainty: The FOT-5200 has a measurement uncertainty of ±0.5 dB, ensuring accurate and reliable measurements.
• Wavelength Range: The FOT-5200 can take measurements at wavelengths ranging from 1270 nm to 1610 nm, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
• Battery Life: The FOT-5200 has a battery life of up to 10 hours, ensuring that it can be used for extended periods in the field.

EXFO FOT-5200 – CWDM Channel Power Analyzer Specifications:

• Size (H x W x D): 210 mm x 80 mm x 48 mm (8 1/4 in x 3 1/2 in x 2 1/6 in)
• Weight: 0.5 kg (1.1 lb)
• Temperature Operating: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
• Temperature Storage: -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)
• Relative humidity: 0 % to 90 % non-condensing
• Accesspries: Soft pouch, certificate of calibration, certificate of compliance, battery charger, USB cable, installation CD, user manual
• Number of channels: 16 or 18 + wide-band
• Calibrated wavelengths, FOT-5200-C16 (nm): 1270/1290/1310/1330/1350/1410/1430/1450/1470/1490/1510/1530/1550/1570/1590/1610
• Calibrated wavelengths, FOT-5200-C18 (nm):1270/1290/1310/1330/1350/1370/1390/1410/1430/1450/1470/1490/1510/1530/1550/1570/1590/1610
• Power display range (dBm): +10 to –70
• Measurement uncertainty (dB): ± 0.5
• Measuring units: dBm/dB/mW