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Visual Fault Locator for Fiber  

Trouble finding faults? Crank up the power with this adjustable light source.

FOVFL

Extended Double Diamond™ Warranty Available
(Three years for two)

Product Highlights

  • Isolates light leaks or breaks in single- or multimode fiber optic cable.
  • Test longer distances with three output levels: 0 dBm, +3 dBm, and a powerful +8 dBm.
  • Features a 650-nm wavelength and a switch-selectable CW/2-Hz modulated frequency.

  • Description

    Visual Fault Locator for Fiber


    Quick Facts

  • Isolates light leaks or breaks in single- or multimode fiber optic cable.
  • Test longer distances with three output levels: 0 dBm, +3 dBm, and a powerful +8 dBm.
  • Features a 650-nm wavelength and a switch-selectable CW/2-Hz modulated frequency.

  • Further Details

  • Identify fiber breaks, tight bends, bad connectors, and poor splices.
  • Verify continuity.
  • Works with jacketed and bare fiber.
  • Finds faults in the dead zone of an OTDR.
  • Use to test patch cables, distribution panels, splice trays, and more.
  • Includes a FC/PC connector. SC/PC, and STR/PC interchangeable connectors are available.
  • Auto-off function prolongs rechargeable 3.6-V lithium ion battery life.

  • Having trouble with data getting garbled over your fiber optic network? Not sure if the problem is the equipment or the cable? Start troubleshooting with the Visual Fault Locator for Fiber. This powerful light source features three adjustable output settings: 0 dBm, +3 dBm, and +8 dBm. Testing short runs? Use the 0 setting. Need to go a few miles down the road? Crank it up to 8 dBm.

    Use the Visual Fault Locator for Fiber to determine if the problem is a leak, a break, bad connectors, or poor splices in your fiber optic network. You’ll be able to locate sharp bends and breaks in jacketed or bare fiber connections in patch panels and fanouts.


    Technical Specifications for Visual Fault Locator for Fiber:

    Frequency (Modulated) — 2 Hz
    Laser Class — Class 2 for 0 dBm output, Class 3R for +3 dBm outut, Class 3B for +8 dBm output
    Output Power —0 dBm, + 3dBm, +8 dBm (adjustable)
    Temperature — Operating: 14 to 122° F (-10 to +50° C);
    Storage: -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
    Wavelength (Output) — 650 nm ± 10 nm
    Connectors — FC/PC (SC/PC, ST/PC interchangeable connectors also available)
    Power — (1) 3.6-V lithium ion battery (included), AC adapter
    Size — 4.5"H x 2.5"W x 1.2"D (11.5 x 6.5 x 3 cm)
    Weight — 0.3 lb. (0.1 kg)


    NOTE: Technical specification weight is the unit weight. It is not the packaged shipping weight. For shipping weight, please contact Black Box customer service at 877-877-2269.


    Resources for Visual Fault Locator for Fiber:

    Manuals

    • Visual Fault Locator for Fiber Manual
      Manual for the FOVFL.

    Quick Start Guides

    • Visual Fault Locator for Fiber Quick Start Guide (QSG)
      Quick Start Guide (QSG) for the FOVFL.

    Black Box Explains


    Connect your Visual Fault Locator for Fiber with:

    Double Diamond Warranty

    Standard Manufacturer's Warranty


    A Two year warranty is included.

    Extended Two years for one Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Two years for oneDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $40.00

    Extended Three years for two Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Three years for twoDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $79.99

    Diamond

    Double Diamond™ Warranty (Standard)

    Coverage:

    Take the risk out of equipment purchases with the Double Diamond™ Warranty from Black Box Network Services.


    The Double Diamond™ Warranty is our no-questions-asked warranty that protects your Black Box® brand products* from accidental damage, including drops, water, and power surges.

    Most of our products come with a one- or two-year warranty. Some products—such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks—are even guaranteed for life!

    During the warranty period, Black Box Network Services will repair or replace your damaged equipment within one week of receipt at NO CHARGE!

    Plus, get an Extended Double Diamond Warranty.


    You can also extend your warranty or protect a previously purchased Black Box® brand product* for an additional year—for only 10% of the purchase price! Or, extend your coverage for a full three years for only 20% of the purchase price! That's getting three years for the price of two.

    Ordering an extended warranty is easy: When viewing a product in your shopping cart, just select the one or three years of additional coverage in the dropdown menu under “Warranty Options.” For details, contact Customer Service at 724-746-5500.

    * Certain products may not be eligible.

    Warranty Compared

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    Warranty Length One Year to Lifetime, Depending on the Product. Read the fine print.
    Guaranteed for Life! Black Box® Brand Copper Cables, Manual Switches and More! No.
    Accidental Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Water Damage 100% Covered! No.
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    Tech Support Hotline 100% FREE! $$$

    What’s more, we also have a 45-day, no-questions-asked return policy. Simply call Customer Service for a Return Authorization (RA) number, return your product in new condition and in the original package, and receive a full refund.

    Product SKU Price Quantity
    Visual Fault Locator for Fiber FOVFL $399.95
     
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    Visual Light Source Pen for Fiber FOVFL-PEN $349.99
     
    Visual Fault Locator for Fiber FOVFL $399.95
     
    Basic Multimode Light Source FOLS-MM-100 $795.00
     
    Basic Single-Mode Light Source FOLS-SM-100 $1,195.00
     
    Dual 1310-/1550-nm Laser Source TS525A $1,295.95
     
    Deluxe Multimode Light Source FOLS-MM-200 $1,695.00
     
    Deluxe Single-Mode Light Source FOLS-SM-200 $2,035.00
     
    F3X Fiber Fault Finder Gun with Hard Carrying Case F3X $2,295.00
     
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