FTBx-570 - Single-ended dispersion analyzer - Industry’s only solution for fast single-ended CD/PMD testing.
The FTBx-570 enables technicians to characterize multiple optical links from a single location, with a single instrument by testing both chromatic dispersion (CD) and polarization mode dispersion (PMD). In addition, the FTBx-570 provides fiber length measurements allowing users to know precisely the fiber under test distance.
The FTBx‑570 utilizes this length measurement data for the dispersion coefficient data removing the need for technicians to input the length data manually, ultimately avoiding mistakes as seen with dual-ended CD/PMD solutions.
The FTBx‑570 also provides delay information per wavelength, key information required for today’s high speed network deployments. Utilizing a patented approach to CD/PMD testing, the FTBx‑570 equips technicians to excel in characterizing today’s and tomorrow’s high‑speed networks. With disaggregated networks where network elements from multiple vendors are deployed, it is more important than ever to characterize the fiber networks.
The EXFO FTBx‑570’s intuitive interface and highly intelligent functionalities ensure that test parameters are automatically optimized, for any link.
| KEY FEATURES |
| Single-ended testing efficiency: Conduct CD/PMD tests on multiple links from a single location, minimizing truck rolls and reducing operational expenses. |
| Rapid and accurate: CD and PMD results in under 30 seconds. |
| Connectivity: Leverage cloud-hosted capabilities for job management and reporting with EXFO Exchange and ensure operational compliance across teams. |
| Extensive band coverage: Test O band and SCL bands. |
| Compact and portable: Housed in the FTB-1 V2 Pro, FTB-2 Pro and FTB-4 Pro for ultra portability. |
| Standards compliance: Adhere to industry standards (e.g., ITU-T G.650.3, EIA/TIA FOTP-175B, EIA/TIA FOTP-243 and IEC 61282-9). |
| BENEFITS |
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| 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. |
| APPLICATIONS |
| Qualification up to 400G/800G and beyond |
| Polarization mode dispersion (PMD) |
| Metro, core, DCI and cellular/mobile xhaul network testing |
| Chromatic Dispersion (CD) |
| Fully compliant fiber characterization (with OLTS and OTDR) |
| SPECIFICATIONS A |
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| Model: FTBx-570 |
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| Feature | Parameter |
| BAND |
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| Measured Wavelength Range (nm) | SCL-Band: 1475 to 1626
O-Band: 1310 ± 1
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| Dynamic Range (dB) | SCL-Band: 30 (37 with reflector) |
| Test Time (s) B | 25 |
| LINK LENGTH |
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| Range (km) C | 1 to 240 |
| Distance Uncertainty (km) | ±(0.01 + 1 % × distance) |
| CD (Chromatic Dispersion) |
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| CD uncertainty (ps/nm) D, E | ± 2.5 |
Zero dispersion wavelength
(in SCL-band (nm) for G.653, G.655.C, G.655.D) F
| ± 1.5 |
| PMD G |
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| PMD Display Range (ps) | Up to 35 |
| PMD Uncertainty (ps) E, H | ±(0.2 + 5 % × PMD) |
| GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS |
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Size
(H × W × D)
| 51 mm × 159 mm × 185 mm
2 in × 6 1 /4 in × 7 5 /16 in
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| Weight | 1.4 kg
3.1 lb
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| Temperature | Operating: 0 °C to 50 °C / 32 °F to 122 °F
Storage: –40 °C to 50 °C / –40 °F to 122 °F
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| Relative Humidity | 0 % to 95 % non-condensing |
NOTE:
A. Typical, for fiber length ≥ 1 km.
B. Up to 50 km.
C. Within specified dynamic range.
D. End-to-end dispersion, at 1550 nm, on 50 km G.652 singlemode fiber; equivalent to dispersion coefficient = 0.05 ps/(nm.km).
E. At 23°C ± 2°C.
F. Measured on 10 km G.653 (λo = 1548 nm), and on 15 km G.655.C (λo = 1569 nm).
G. For strong mode coupling (telecom fiber).
H. Between 0.5 ps and 20 ps PMD range.
| SPECIFICATIONS |
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| FTBx-570 Overview |
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| Model | Description |
| FTBx-570-XX |
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| CD-PMD-O | Single-ended CD and PMD analyzer with;
O Band Support
S Band Support
C Band Support
L Band Support
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| FTBx-570-XX-XX |
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| CONNECTOR |
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| EI-EUI-28 | UPC/DIN 47256 |
| EI-EUI-89 | UPC/FC narrow key |
| EI-EUI-90 | UPC/ST |
| EI-EUI-91 | UPC/SC |
| EI-EUI-95 | UPC/E-2000 |
| EA-EUI-28 | APC/DIN 47256 |
| EA-EUI-89 | APC/FC narrow key |
| EA-EUI-91 | APC/SC |
| EA-EUI-95 | APC/E-2000 |
| EXAMPLE |
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| FTBx-570-CD-PMD-O-EA-EUI-91 | FTBx-570 Single Ended CD and PMD Analyzer with O Band Support with APC/SC Connector. |
