AFL Launches OFI-400HP for High Power Optical Networks
Press Release
Dec 01, 2011
Spartanburg, SC and Lowell, MA
AFL is introducing the NOYES® OFI-400HP, an Optical Fiber Identifier designed to simplify installation, maintenance,
rerouting or restoration tasks in high power optical networks. The OFI-400HP includes traffic and tone detection and
low insertion loss that permits technicians to positively identify fibers without disrupting services. It also incorporates
an optical power meter designed for use where power levels up to +33 dBm are present. Whenever power levels above +23 dBm are detected,
the OFI-400HP warns users of the potential eye hazard and fiber damage associated with disconnecting, cutting or breaking
the optical circuit.
"The OFI-400HP is ideal for use in Long-haul, Metro core and Metro access networks carrying CWDM, DWDM,
analog video or other high power signals," explains Ganesh Nakhawa, Product Line Manager at AFL's Test
and Inspection Division. "It is the only OFI on the market capable of measuring the high power levels
present in these systems and the only OFI that warns users of the potential safety hazards associated
with these networks."
In addition to the new OFI-400HP, AFL also offers the OFI-400, which is optimized for use with bare,
buffered, ribbon and jacketed fiber and the OFI-400C, optimized for jacketed fiber. All versions feature our
unique optical head that eliminates the need for the array of fiber adapters required by other OFI's.
The OFI-400HP is designed for the rigors of day-to-day field use.
It features rugged construction and includes built-in automatic self-test capability.
Its compact size is easy to use in crowded fiber trays, racks and conduits.
For additional information on AFL and NOYES test and inspection equipment, visit
www.AFLglobal.com.
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