Single-ended testing efficiency: Conduct CD/PMD tests on multiple links from a single location, minimizing truck rolls and reducing operational expenses.
FTBx-570 - Single-ended dispersion analyzer
Overview
Industry’s only solution for fast single-ended CD/PMD testing.
Applications
Qualification up to 400G/800G and beyond
Metro, core, DCI and cellular/mobile xhaul network testing
Fully compliant fiber characterization (with OLTS and OTDR)
Polarization mode dispersion (PMD)
Chromatic Dispersion (CD)
Highlights
The need for CD/PMD testing
In high-speed networks, especially metro and edge networks, fiber characteristics like chromatic dispersion (CD) and polarization mode dispersion (PMD) can significantly impact performance. As transmission rates increase and distances extend, testing these parameters becomes critical to avoid data integrity issues and service disruptions.
CD and PMD can cause bit-error-rate (BER) to climb and with it, network unreliability. Testing these factors is crucial especially during upgrades that involve different fiber types, which may introduce varying dispersion characteristics.
Fully compliant fiber characterization
Did you know that full fiber characterization (as per ITU-T G.650.3) for links with 10 Gbit/s data rates and above requires testing CD and PMD, along with OTDR and OLTS tests?
Combine the FTBx-570 with EXFO’s OTDR (FTBx-730D) and OLTS (FTBx-945) modules for a comprehensive yet easy-to-use fiber characterization kit.
Your competitive edge
The FTBx-570 is unique in providing a robust, cloud-connected, single-ended testing solution that is faster and more efficient than traditional methods. It equips field technicians with unprecedented efficiency and reliability in ensuring network performance.
