FIBERPRO FT3000 Audio Fiber Tracer
FIBERPRO FT3000 Audio Fiber Tracer is a portable battery-operated fiber tracing and cable identification tool with audio-visual detection, distance-to-event location, fiber length information, wide dynamic range, and visual fault locator function. Simbol Test Systems is an authorized Canadian distributor for FIBERPRO, providing sales and product support for Fiberpro photonic instruments and optical test equipment.
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The FIBERPRO FT3000 Audio Fiber Tracer is a portable, battery-operated fiber optic test instrument designed for technicians who need to trace and identify fiber optic patch cords and cables quickly in the field. Using audio-visual detection, the FT3000 helps technicians identify the target fiber or cable when the fiber is tapped.
The FT3000 also provides fiber length information and distance-to-event location, making it useful for troubleshooting, cable identification, and network maintenance. With zero dead-zone operation and support for bend-insensitive fiber tracing, it can help in situations where conventional visual fiber identifiers or OTDR-based methods may be difficult to use.
This instrument is suitable for medium-to-large premises LANs, metropolitan area networks, outside plant maintenance, and network management applications. Its wide dynamic range, rechargeable battery operation, and integrated visual fault locator function make it a practical tool for fiber optic technicians working in installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance environments.
Simbol Test Systems is an authorized Canadian distributor for FIBERPRO, providing sales and product support for Fiberpro photonic instruments and optical test equipment. Contact us for FT3000 product information, application support, and quotation assistance.
Key Features
- Fiber tracing and fiber cable identification
- Audio-visual detection of target fiber or cable
- Total length information for the target fiber or cable
- Distance-to-event location support
- Zero dead-zone fiber tracing performance
- Traces bend-insensitive fibers
- Wide dynamic range of 13 dB one-pass loss
- Integrated visual fault locator function
- Portable battery-operated design
- Useful for LAN, metropolitan area network, and outside plant maintenance
Applications
- Fiber optic patch cord tracing
- Fiber cable identification
- Distance-to-event location in fiber cable runs
- Premises LAN troubleshooting and maintenance
- Metropolitan area network fiber maintenance
- Outside plant fiber testing and cable identification
- Bend-insensitive fiber tracing
- Network management and field service work
Optical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Audio fiber tracer / fiber cable identification tool |
| Model | FT3000 |
| Dynamic Range | 13 dB one-pass loss |
| Output Optical Power | > 20 mW pulse peak power |
| Wavelength | 1550 nm |
| Event Detection Range, Audio | 1 km to 60 km maximum |
| Event Detection Range, Distance | 1 km to 60 km maximum |
| Optical Connector | SC/APC for AFT port; SC/PC for fault locator port |
| Optical Fiber Type | Single-mode fiber at 1310 nm |
| Distance Measurement Range | 200 m to 60 km |
| Distance Measurement Repeatability | ±100 m at less than 30 km; ±400 m at less than 60 km |
Electrical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery | Li-ion 10.8 V, 2.4 Ah, rechargeable and replaceable |
| Power | 24 VDC, 2.5 A |
| Battery Operation Time | More than 8 hours in full operation |
| Battery Charging Time | 1.6 hours |
| Power Adapter Input | 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 A |
| Power Adapter Output | 24 VDC, 2.5 A |
Mechanical and User Interface Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 176 mm x 100 mm x 246 mm; 6.9 in x 3.9 in x 9.6 in |
| Weight | Approx. 2.5 kg; 5.5 lb, battery included |
| Display | Character LCD |
| Audio Interface | Audio jack for 32 ohm earphone |
| Maintenance Interface | USB port for maintenance |
Environmental and Additional Functions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +50°C, non-condensing |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to +60°C, long term |
| Event Distance Repeatability, Cable Tracer Mode 1 | ±150 m at 0 km to 30 km |
| Event Distance Repeatability, Cable Tracer Mode 2 | ±300 m at 0 km to 45 km |
| Event Distance Repeatability, Cable Tracer Mode 3 | ±500 m at 0 km to 60 km |
| Visual Fault Locator | 635 nm LD, 0.6 mW typical output power |
Sales and Product Support
Simbol Test Systems supports Canadian customers with FIBERPRO product selection, quotation assistance, and technical sales support. To request pricing or product information for the FIBERPRO FT3000 Audio Fiber Tracer, contact us with your fiber tracing application, distance range requirements, cable type, and field testing needs.