6418C OTDR is a mini test instrument designed for FFTx network,mainly used to measure the physical characteristics of optical fibers & cables including length, transmission loss and splice loss etc., can also accurately detect the positions of events and faults along the optical fiber. It's widely applied in the engineering construction, maintenance test, and urgent repairing of optical fiber communication system, as well as R&D, manufacturing, and test of optical fibers & cables
6418C OTDR deploys an integrative mold of two colors and two materials, which makes it novel and beautiful in appearance, strong and firm in structure. With both touch screen and keypad, the operation is quite convenient. The built-in advanced anti-reflection LCD makes the operation interfaceclearly visible even in the field. The instrument has 4-path of optical interface, which can simultaneously realize the functions of optical power meter, VFL, single-mode and multi-mode test. The interface type is exchangeable, which makes it more convenient to clean the end surface of the fiber. The instrument has multiple external interfaces, can realize not only the remote control via Ethernet interface, but also the data communication with U disk, printer and PC via two different types of USB interfaces. The test result can be sed in the instrument, or to the SD card via SD interface. With large capacity lithium battery, 6418C OTDR can continuously function over 8 hours, very suitable for field work.
- ≤0.8m ultra-short event dead zone, easy to test optical fiber jumper;
- Up to 45dB large dynamic range, 256k data sample points;
- The most advanced technology of double color & material integrative mold, strong and firm;
- Advanced antireflection LCD, clear display interface in field;
- Various test modes, touch screen and keypad operation;
- Automatic detection of the communication light signal;
- Remote control via Ethernet;
- Two USB interfaces: can connect to the external U disk, or communicate with PC through SyncActive software;
- Support Bellcore GR196 and SR-4731 file format;
- Alarm on low voltage of the battery;
- WinCE window operation system, Chinese/ English operation interface;
- Built-in visible fault locator (VFL) and optical power meter function;
- Exchangeable optical output connector, more convenient for surface cleaning;
- On-line upgrading of application software, no need to return back to the manufacturer.
6418C has ≤0.8m ultra-short event dead zone, which is especially suitable to test the short optical fiber line and optical fiber jumper.
High-speed curve analysis
6418C can rapidly and accurately analyze and find the event points or fault points in the testing curve, and further list all event information in the form of event table, which is very helpful for maintenance personnel, because they can well know the information of the tested line just through the event table.
High-speed automatic test
PON network test function
6418C is an ideal test instrument for FTTx, with special built-in PON network test function. It can conduct high-precision test on all branches of PON network through 1:8~1:64 optical divider.
Visual fault locator (VFL) function
The built-in VFL function of 6418C has 3 operating modes: CW / 1Hz / 0.5Hz. VFL can rapidly and conveniently find the breaking point or remarkable loss point along the short-distance optical fiber line, so that the maintenance personnel can take steps in short time.
Automatic detection & alarm on the communication light signal
When measuring a fiber line in service, if there is communication light signal in the fiber, the result will be inaccurate, and it may even cause permanent damage to the optical detector in the instrument. 6418C is capable of automatically detecting the communication light signal in the fiber under test once the fiber is connected to the optical connector. If there is a light signal, it will alarm, to provide protection for the instrument in time.
Multiple external interfaces
6418C offers multiple external interfaces as standard configuration, such as USB, Min-USB, Ethernet, earphone and SD interface, which can realize functions as follows:
- Connection with external U disk or SD card;
- Connection with external printer based on USB interface;
- Data communication with PC;
- Remote control via Ethernet;
- Earphone connection is ailable.
6418C OTDR offers three test modes: manual (real-time, erage), automatic, and dead zone.
Manual test mode: manual mode is suitable for skilled operators who are familiar with the instrument, so that to get more accurate test result. In manual test mode, real-time mode or erage mode can be selected based on user's demand.
Real-time test can rapidly detect the dynamic changes of the optical fiber line. It is applied to real-time monitor or to observe the optical fiber connection process and effect.
erage test mode can maximum suppress the noise in the testing curve, so to get a more accurate result. In this mode, the more erage times, the better suppression of the noise, but the longer time it takes. So, in practice, the arage times should be set properly according to necessity.
Automatic test mode: in this mode, the instrument can automatically set the optimized test conditions, and output the test result. There is no need for the operators to know about the complicated background knowledge and the operation details. To enhance the automatic test efficiency, the erage times can be increased properly, though it will prolong the test time.
Dead zone mode: this mode is suitable to test the optical fiber with short distance, for example, to test the jumper length of the optical fiber. In this mode, to get the best result, the reflection loss (or called return loss) of the fiber terminal is required to be larger than 40dB.
Dynamic Range | See details in “Technical specifications of 6418C OTDR standard modules” |
Distance Accuracy | ±(0.75m+sample spacing+0.0025%×distance) (excluding refractive error) |
Distance Resolution | 0.05, 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32m |
Distance Range |
0.4, 0.8, 1.6, 3.2, 6.4, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512km (single-mode) 0.4, 0.8, 1.6, 3.2, 6.4, 16, 32 (850nm multimode) |
Pulse Widths |
5, 10, 30, 80, 160, 320, 640, 1280, 5120, 10240, 20480ns 5, 10, 30, 80, 160, 320, 640, 1280 (850nm multimode) |
Loss Threshold | 0.01dB |
Sample Point | 256k |
Linearity | 0.03dB/dB |
Loss Resolution | 0.001dB |
Storage Capacity | ≥800 (within the instrument),≥65500 (2G SD card) |
IOR Setting | 1.00000~2.00000 (0.00001 steps) |
Distance Unit | km, m, K ft, ft |
Display | 640×480, 6.5 inch TFT Color LCD, touch screen |
Optical Connector | FC/UPC (standard; options: LC/UPC, SC/UPC, ST/UPC) |
Interface Languages | Simplified Chinese, English, Russian, Korean (can contact the Service for other languages) |
Interfaces | USB, Min-USB, Ethernet, earphone, SD |
Power Supply |
AC/DC adapter: Input: AC100V~240V, 50/60Hz, 1.5A Out6put: DC: 19V±2V(2A) Built-in lithium-ion battery: 14.8V, 4400mAh, battery service time: 8 hours (Constant temperature, low brightness) |
Maximum Power Consumption | 10W |
Size | W×H×D=186mm×295mm×75mm |
Weight | About 2.5kg |
Environmental Suitability |
Operating temperature: -5℃~+50℃( battery charging: 5℃~40℃) Storage temperature: -40℃~+70℃(battery: -20℃~60℃) Relative humidity: 5%~95%, Non-condensing |
VFL (optional module):
Operating wavelength: 650nm±20nm
Output power: 2mW (typical)
Operating mode: CW, 1Hz, 2Hz
Optical power meter (optional module):
Wavelength range: 1200nm ~ 1650nm
Power range: -60 ~ 0dBm,
Test uncertainty: ±5%(-25dBm, CW)
Stable light source (optional module):
Operating wavelength: same with OTDR
Output power: ≥-5dBm
Operating mode: CW, 270Hz, 1kHz, 2kHz
Technical specifications of AV6418C OTDR standard modules1
Module No. | Operating wavelength | Fiber type |
Dynamic range2 (dB) |
Event deadzone3 (m) |
Attenuation deadzone4 (m) |
6418C–1103 | 1625nm | Single-mode | 38 | 0.8 | 5 |
6418C–1104 | 1625nm (built-in filter) | 36 | |||
6418C–1105 | 1650nm | 38 | |||
6418C–1106 | 1650nm ( built-in filter ) | 36 | |||
6418C–1201 | 850nm | Multimode | 24 | 1.6 | 5 |
6418C–1202 | 1300nm | 36 | 1.6 | 5 | |
6418C–2101 | 1310/1550nm | Single-mode | 42 / 40 | 0.8 | 5 |
6418C–2102 | 1310/1550nm | 40 / 38 | |||
6418C–2103 | 1310/1550nm | 37 / 35 | |||
6418C–2104 | 1550/1625nm | 38 / 38 | |||
6418C–2105 | 1550/1625nm ( built-in filter ) | 36 / 36 | |||
6418C–2106 | 1550 /1650nm | 38 / 38 | |||
6418C–2107 | 1550 /1650nm ( built-in filter ) | 36 / 36 | |||
6418C–2108 | 1310/1550nm | 45 / 43 | |||
6418C–2109 | 1310/1550nm | 32 / 30 | |||
6418C-2201 | 850mm/1300mm | Multimode | 24/34 | 1.6 | 8/8 |
Module No. | Operating wavelength | Fiber type |
Dynamic range2 (dB) |
Event deadzone3 (m) |
Attenuation dead zone (m) |
6418C–3101 | 1310/1490/1550nm | Single-mode | 39/36/38 | 0.8 | 5 |
6418C–3102 | 1310/1550/1625nm | 39/38/36 | |||
6418C–3103 | 1310/1550/1625nm(built-in filter) | 37/36/34 | |||
6418C–3104 | 1310/1550 /1650 nm | 39/38/36 | |||
6418C–3105 | 1310/1550/1650nm(built-in filter) | 37/36/34 | |||
6418C–4101 | 1310/1490/1550/1625nm | 36/34/34/34 | |||
6418C–4102 | 1310/1383/1550/1625nm | 36/34/34/34 | |||
6418C–4103 | 1310/1490/1550/1625nm(built-in filter) | 36/34/34/34 | |||
6418C–4104 | 1310/1490/1550/1650nm | 38/36/36/36 | |||
6418C–4105 | 1310/1490/1550/1650nm(built-in filter) | 36/34/34/34 |
Notes:
1. Only one module is for your choice (a necessity).
2. Environment temperature: 23℃±2℃, Max. pulse width, average counts>500, SNR=1
3. Dead zone test mode (range≤1.6km, pulse width: 5ns), fiber end reflection loss≥40dB, typical value
4. Dead zone test mode (range≤1.6km, pulse width: 5ns), fiber end reflection loss≥50dB(multi-mode≥40dB), typical value
ORDERING
Main Unit
No. | Name | Description |
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6418C | OTDR |
Hardware Options
No. | Name | Description |
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6418C-001 | U disk | Saving waveform files |
6418C-002 | SD card | Saving waveform files |
6418C-003 | USB cable | Communication with PC |
6418C-004 | Standby battery pack | Standby battery |
6418C-005 | LC | To test different types of optical fiber connectors |
6418C-006 | SC | FC/UPC to FC/APC |
6418C-007 | ST adapters | FC/UPC to SC/UPC |
6418C-008 | Optical fiber jumper | FC/UPC to LC/UPC |
6418C-009 | Optical fiber jumper | Engineering plastic box(straps included) |
Standard Package
No. | Name | Description |
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1 | Power supply | |
2 | Certificate of Conformity | |
3 | User manual | |
4 | CD (simulation & analysis software contained) | |
5 | Engineering plastic box (straps included) | |
6 |
Straps for the instrument
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