Digital Hand Held

Inspection Probes

With FiberCheck 2 Software


FBP-P5000 DIGITAL INSPECTION PROBE

The FBP-P5000 is a “probe” type insection camera to view patch cords, connectors in bulkhead adapters, receptacles, and hard-to-reach end-faces. Once outside the polish lab, the versatility of hand-held probes makes them the easy choice for inspection hardware. Able to image in either a male or female application, probes have come to dominate the market. Probes feature an interchangeable 'tip' that allows a very wide range of connector types to be inspected. The dual magnification mode inherent in all FiberChek2 platforms provides a large, easily centred image during hand-held focusing, thereby greatly simplifying the process of achieving a quality image in view. Once the quick-capture button is pressed, FiberChek2 does the rest. A pristine, high-magnification image is acquired, analysed, and graded. The P5000 platform delivers both industry-changing usability and repeatability.

FIBERCHEK 2 SOFTWARE

Leveraging purpose-built hardware, FiberChek2’s second-generation algorithms deliver unprecedented levels of sensitivity and repeatability. First-generation systems use a single image to scan both the glass fibre and its surrounding areas. This compromise fundamentally limits how effectively the software can detect fine scratches. Processing two independent images, combined with two years of additional algorithm research, produces an ideal product that leaps past previous offerings. The analysed image can then   be compared to custom Pass/Fail criteria programmed to match customer specifications. As pending industry standards come to fruition, FiberChek2 will be released with those criteria pre-programmed and un-editable.
Test results can be displayed within FiberChek2 or in dynamic HTML reports. This report is a powerful feature and can be generated by a standard browser. Within the window, summarised results and both low- and high-magnification images are displayed and interactive. You can zoom in,
  mouse-over defects for detailed information, toggle on/off overlays, and change the display mode. Further, this entire HTML report can be edited to your liking so future tests generate exactly the report of your choosing. All files associated with the report are generated and saved by utilising the Archive function within FiberChek2. An Extract Archive function can strip the defect details from these files and create an Excel file for statistical analysis.
FiberChek2 delivers on the promise of a truly effective, practical solution for fibre end-face grading.

FBP SPECIFICATIONS

Powered from USB Port
 Weight 0.11 Kg. / 0.25 lb
 Low Magnification FOV Horizontal = 650 Microns
Vertical = 620 Microns
Diagonal = 747 Microns
 High Magnification FOV Horizontal = 425 Microns
Vertical = 320 Microns
Diagonal = 489 Microns
 Resolution @ high Better than 1.5 Microns
 Cable Integrated USB 2.0 coil cable. 0.75m relaxed, 3m fully extended
 Certifications CE
 Warranty 1 year

The FBP-P5000 probe is supplied with a Quick Start Guide and a CD ROM with FiberCheck2 software. The Quick Start Guide takes you quickly through the step-by-step set up and installation of the software. The probe is supplied with a Universal 2.5mm patchcord tip. You can select from a whole family of additional tips to suit your needs - and add more later as requirements dictate. The basic probe is supplied in a zip-up soft case.

FiberCheck2 System Requirements
Recommended PC with Pentium® IV 2.0Ghz processor or higher, Windows® XP operating system
Minimum Recommended USB 2.0
Card for PC’s without USB 2
PC with Pentium® III 1.0Ghz processor, Windows® 2000 or XP operating system
Recommended USB 2.0 PCMCIA
Card for PC’s without USB II
Adaptec USB2 Connect (AUA-5100)


Picture of the 9 inspection tips detailed in the table on the right

Examples of just a few of the tips available for patch cord and bulkhead inspections
FBPT-U25MA patchcord tip for APC 2.5mm ferrule connectors
FBPT-U12M patchcord tip 1.25mm ferrule connectors
FBPT-U12MA-SF patchcord tip for APC 1.25mm ferrule connectors
FBPT-LC-L bulkhead tip that interfaces with an LC adapter
FBPT-LC-APC bulkhead tip that interfaces with an LC adapter to show the LC/APC connector inside the alignment sleeve
FBPT-SC bulkhead tip that interfaces with an SC adapter
FBPT-SC-APC bulkhead tip that interfaces with an SC-APC bulkhead adapter
FBPT-FC bulkhead tip that interfaces with an FC adapter
FBPT-E2000 bulkhead tip that interfaces with an E2000 adapter

What are we looking for ?

A fibre should be free from any contamination or defects as shown below

Common types of contamination and defects, as seen with the FBP-P5000 probe are:

     

 Dirt

Oil

Pits

Scratches