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The AFL FOCIS Flex is an advanced fibre optic connector inspection system that features auto-focus and auto-centring enabling fast and easy inspection of fibre optic connectors.

FOCIS Flex from AFL

Advance fibre optic inspection system with Bluetooth for greater flexibility

The FOCIS Flex from AFL is part of a range of test and inspect solutions designed to help maintain the high-performance of fibre optic networks.

The AFL FOCIS Flex fibre optic connector inspection system utilises auto-focus and auto-centring for fast and easy inspection. With the press of a single button the FOCIS Flex auto-focuses, captures and centres the end-face image, applies pass/fail rules, displays an image and the pass/fail results and wirelessly transfers image and results to a paired FlexScan or FlexTester OTDR all in a matter of seconds.

Thanks to its rechargeable battery and built-in display, the FOCIS Flex can be used independently without the requirement of an external OTDR or display unit. However, thanks to integrated Bluetooth the FOCIS Flex can be paired to an Android or iOS device using AFL’s FOCIS Flex mobile App, that then enables images to be saved to AFL’s aeRos cloud-based workflow management system.

Results can be stored on the FOCIS Flex’s internal memory or can be transferred by a micro-USB port to a PC.

A wide range of interchangeable adapter tips support connector inspection of a wide range of both single fibre and multi-fibre patch cords or bulkhead-mounted connectors with either PC or APC polished end-faces including popular LC, SC and MTP connections.

Features & Benefits

Features & Benefits

  • Auto-focus and auto-centring for fast, easy inspection.
  • Untethered operation simplifies access at patch panels.
  • IEC, IPC and user-defined pass/fail analysis.
  • Self-contained, compact, hand-held inspection solution.
  • Use independently, or pair with FlexScan or FlexTester OTDR.
  • Configure and access results from Android or iOS App
  • Save results internally and upload via Bluetooth or USB.
  • Ergonomic design fits in the palm of your hand.
  • Generate inspection reports using aeRos or TRM® 2.0.
  • Inspect connectors on patch cords or in bulkhead adapters.
  • Optical network installation, troubleshooting and maintenance.
  • Inspect MPO/MTP multi-fibre connectors
  • Assure critical fibre infrastructure performs properly.
  • Keep fibre connections working at optimal performance levels.
  • Verify proper connector cleaning practices are being used.

Specifications

Specifications

Optical Performance
Field of View (viewed on FOCIS Flex)Live: 710 x 860μm;

Captured, Zoomed Out: 560 x 600μm;

Captured, Partially Zoomed In: 360 x 390μm;

Captured, Fully Zoomed In: 180 x 195μm

Field of View (Viewed on a PC)Stored, Zoomed Out: 700 x 525μm;

Stored, Fully Zoomed In: 240 x 180μm

Manual Detection Capability1μm
Analysis Resolution<1.0μm
Captured Image Size (Pixels)648 x 480 VGA; Images stored internally in three .JPG files, one at each FOV

 

Operating Features
FocusAuto-focus and manual focus
CentringAuto-centring after capture
Pass/Fail AnalysisIEC 61300-3-35 (2015), IPC and user-defined criteria
Image Capture and File Storage Capacity10,000 files
File Format (Image and Pass/Fail Results)jpg, gif
Bluetooth CharacteristicsSPP to FlexScan and FlexTester OTDRs; IAP to iOS devices
USB CharacteristicsUSB 1.1 mass storage device
Supported LanguagesEnglish, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Tradional, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish

 

Physical and Power Characteristics
Display size, type, resolution2.4”, TFT, 240 x 320 with brightness control
Battery TypeNiMH, user replaceable
Battery Operating Time (typical)8 hours (60 tests in 20 minutes each hour; auto-off enabled)
Recharge Time<4.5 hours
Power Save FeaturesAuto-off (disabled, 2, 5, 10 minutes)
AC Charger voltage, frequency, current100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 5VDC, 2A
Size47 x 37 x 183mm (1.8 x 1.5 x 7.2 in)
Weight240g (0.5 lb)

 

Environmental Characteristics
Operating Temperature0 to +50°C
Storage Temperature-40 to +70°C
Relative Humidity95%, non-condensing
Transit and Shock2G vibration, 30G shock

 

Notes: All specifications valid at 23°C ±2°C (73.4°F ±3.6°F).

Part Numbers

Part Numbers

Part NumberDescription
FOCIS-FLX-P4XNFOCIS Flex Kit, soft carry case / holster, USB cable, AC charger, TRM 3.0 reporting software, reference guide, no tips
FOCIS-FLX-P4XUFOCIS Flex Kit, soft carry case / holster, USB cable, AC charger, TRM 3.0 reporting software, reference guide, 2 user-selected UPC adapter tips (ferrule and bulkhead), user-selected One-Click cleaner
FOCIS-FLX-P4XAFOCIS Flex Kit, soft carry case / holster, USB cable, AC charger, TRM 3.0 reporting software, reference guide, 2 user-selected APC adapter tips (ferrule and bulkhead), user-selected One-Click cleaner
FOCIS-FLX-P4XUAFOCIS Flex Kit, soft carry case / holster, USB cable, AC charger, TRM 3.0 reporting software, reference guide, user-selected UPC adapter tips (ferrule and bulkhead, 2 user-selected APC adapter tips (ferrule and bulkhead), user-selected One-Click cleaner

 

FlexScan OTDR PRO and BIPM Kits with FOCIS Flex PRO Kits include the following items:

  • FlexScan with accessories (AC charger, carry strap, SC/2.5mm connector adapters, TRM® 3.0 Advanced Test Results Manager, carry case)
  • FOCIS Flex Fibre Optic Connector Inspection System with accessories (AC charger, USB cable, soft carry case/holster)
  • Two user-selected adapter tips and one user-selected One-Click Cleaner
  • 150m Fibre Ring (launch cable) with user-specified connectors

Complete kits expand on PRO Kits by adding bend insensitive fibre identifier with optional power meter (OFI-BIPM).

See FlexScan data sheet for FlexScan PRO and Complete Kit ordering information.

FOCIS Flex Adapter Tip

Part NumberDescription
FFLX-01-SCSC-UPC bulkhead adapter tip
FFLX-01-FCFC-UPC bulkhead adapter tip
FFLX-01-STST-UPC bulkhead adapter tip
FFLX-01-LCLC-UPC bulkhead adapter tip
FFLX-01-U25Universal 2.5mm, UPC ferrule adapter tip
FFLX-01-U125Universal 1.25mm, UPC ferrule adapter tip
FFLX-4S-ASCSC-APC bulkhead adapter tip
FFLX-4S-AFCFC-APC bulkhead adapter tip
FFLX-4S-ALCLC-APC bulkhead adapter tip
FFLX-01-A25Universal 2.5mm, APC ferrule adapter tip
FFLX-01-A125Universal 1.25mm, APC ferrule adapter tip
FFLX-01-EXTS46FOCIS Flex adapter extension tube, straight, 46 mm
FFLX-01-EXTS80FOCIS Flex adapter extension tube, straight, 80 mm

 

Part NumberDescription
FFLEX-4S-E2KE2000 PC/UPC bulkhead adapter tip
FFLEX-4S-E2KAE2000 APC bulkhead adapter tip
FFLEX-4S-OTATip for SC/APC (OptiTap®) bulkhead adapter
DFS1-01-0013MRTip for OptiTip® APC ferrule and bulkhead adapter
DFS1-00-0037MRMTP/PC ferrule & bulkhead adapter extended tip kit (base plus MTP/PC front end tip)
DFS1-00-0042MRMTP/PC and MTP/APC ferrule & bulkhead adapter extended tip kit (base,MTP/PC, MTP/APC front end tips)
DFS1-01-0010MRMTP/APC ferrule and bulkhead adapter extended tip kit (base plus MTP/APC front end tip)

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