AFL OTDR Fiber Rings

AFL OTDR Fiber Rings: Reliable and Efficient Fiber Testing Solutions

The AFL OTDR Fiber Rings provide a versatile and reliable solution for testing and troubleshooting fiber optic networks. Designed by AFL, a trusted leader in fiber optic technology, these fiber rings are essential tools for ensuring precise measurements and diagnostics. Whether used for OTDR launch or receive testing, the AFL OTDR Fiber Rings offer technicians the flexibility and efficiency needed to maintain high-performance fiber optic networks. Available in various lengths and connector configurations, these rings fit easily into OTDR cases or kits, making them highly portable and practical for both field and lab use.

Key Features and Benefits of AFL OTDR Fiber Rings

• Compact and Lightweight: The AFL OTDR Fiber Rings are designed to be compact, rugged, and lightweight, ensuring easy transport and handling. These rings can fit conveniently into OTDR cases or kits, making them ideal for technicians on the go.
• Multiple Length Options: Available in 150 m, 500 m, and 1000 m standard lengths, AFL OTDR Fiber Rings provide flexibility for both short and long-distance fiber network tests. Whether you're testing premises networks or long-haul systems, these fiber rings have you covered.
• Variety of Connector Styles: AFL offers OTDR Fiber Rings with a range of connector options, ensuring compatibility with your specific network setup. From SC to LC to MPO, these connectors allow for seamless integration with OTDR equipment and fiber networks.
• Accurate Testing: These fiber rings are specifically designed to help measure the insertion loss and reflectance of both near-end and far-end connections. This precision ensures that your fiber optic network operates at peak efficiency.

Advanced Features for Optimal Performance

• Versatile Applications: The AFL OTDR Fiber Rings are essential for testing with OTDR devices or Optical Troubleshooters. Use them as launch or receive cables to accurately measure insertion loss and reflectance at both ends of the fiber link.
• Premises and Long-Haul Network Compatibility: Fiber rings of 150 meters are perfect for premises fiber network testing, while the 500 m and 1000 m single-mode fiber rings are ideal for broadband and long-haul fiber network applications.
• Durability: Built to withstand the demands of both field and laboratory environments, the AFL OTDR Fiber Rings are constructed with durability in mind. This ensures reliable performance, even in harsh conditions.
• Coiled Design: The coiled design of the fiber rings allows for efficient storage and transportation. Technicians can carry the fiber rings without the bulk of traditional long test cables, making them much more convenient to handle and deploy.

The AFL OTDR Fiber Rings are designed to streamline the testing process and improve the accuracy of fiber optic measurements. Their compact size, multiple length options, and variety of connector configurations make them a practical and versatile choice for technicians working in a range of environments. Whether you're installing a new network or diagnosing an existing one, the AFL OTDR Fiber Rings offer a reliable solution that simplifies testing and ensures precise results.

Fiber Rings Part Number Order Entry

• Single Fiber (SM or MM) Fiber Rings
  • FR = Fiber Ring (single fiber)
  • FFF = Fiber Type
    • SMF = Single-mode (G.652)
    • BIF = Bend Insensitive (G.657)
    • OM1 = 62.5 µm multimode
    • OM2 = 50 µm multimode
    • OM3 = 50 µm laser optimized
    • OM4 = 50 µm laser optimized
  • LLLL = Fiber Length (meters)
    • 150 = 150 m (492 ft)
    • 500 = 500 m (1640 ft)
    • 1000 = 1000 m (3280 ft)
  • CC1 = Connector Configuration OTDR end
  • CC2 = Connector Configuration Network end
• MPO-terminated Multi-Fiber (SM or MM) Fiber Rings
  • FRM1 = MPO-terminated 12-fiber fiber ring
  • FF = Fiber Type
    • S2 = Standard single-mode (G.652)
    • M4 = OM4 50 µm laser optimized
  • LLLL = Fiber Length (meters)
    • 61 = 61 m (200 ft)
  • P = Polarity
    • A = Type A polarity (straight through, fiber 1 to fiber 1)
    • B = Type B polarity (fiber 1 to fiber 12)
  • MC1, MC2 = MPO Connector (OTDR end and Network end, respectively)
    • AF = APC, female (unpinned)
    • AM = APC, male (pinned)
    • UF = UPC, female (unpinned)
    • UM = UPC, male (pinned)

Supported Single Fiber Single-mode Fiber Ring Configurations

Supported Single Fiber Multimode Fiber Ring Configurations

Standard SMF Fiber Rings

Special Order SMF Fiber Rings

Ordering Information

Standard SMF Fiber Rings

Special Order SMF Fiber Rings

Standard OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4 Multimode Fiber Rings

Standard MPO-terminated Multi-fiber Single-mode and Multimode Fiber Rings