Fiber Optic Laser Tester VFL | Kingfisher International

Overview

A shirt-pocket size VFL fiber optic laser tester ideal for general testing of all fiber optic systems up to 10 Km. This is a high power, long range Visual Fault Locator. The 5 mW / 650 nm output is a Class 2M eye-safe laser tester for fiber, even with no fiber connected. The interchangeable connector is easily replaceable if it is damaged, and is less likely to cause damage to other mated connectors, since a mated connector cannot be accidentally rotated. So this is overall a safer and more reliable solution that a pen-style device.A VFL is useful when used with an OTDR, since even the best OTDR tester has a significant dead zone, where a VFL can find the hidden fault.

Rugged, drop-resistant construction
User defeatable auto turn-off
Lanyard, shirt pocket clip & padded pouch
Wink / CW function
Interchangeable connectors
Full QA reports with ISO9001 compliant calibration

Key Features

Interchangeable connector adpators

Use a single tester for: SC, LC, MPO, FC, HFBR, & other connectors - including universal & duplex options.

Test tone with multi-fiber ID

Send & identify one of 12 unique test tones. Great for quickly verifying continuity, polarity and rack labelling.

One-touch AutoTest

Smart communication makes sure you always get a full, complete, and consistent test result.

Metal-free connectors

To avoid metal dust fragments damaging your tester and fiber-ends, we use high-end metal-free connectors.

Multimode test standard compliance

Kingfisher LED sources meet Encircled Flux and CPR requirements straight out of the box.

Runs on Alkaline Batteries

TamperLock mode

Lock down user controls and configuration to reduce the risk of test failure.

SC / LC duplex support

Use our universal interchangeable connector options for duplex testing.

Legendary source stability

In real-world field conditions, Kingfisher's stable and accurate sources outshine the competition.

Specifications

KI9808A specifications

Output wavelength	650 nm VFL Laser

Output power (@ 9/125 µm, adjustable over 3 dB in 0.1 dB steps)	7 dBm (5 mW) ±1 dB

Wavelength initial tolerance (@ 25 °C)	5 nm

Spectrum width (FWHM)	3 nm (typical)

Wavelength drift	0.1 nm /°C (typical)

Reconnection repeatability (95% confidence)	0.1 dB

General Pocket Fiber Source KI 9800A Series specifications

Calibration validity (ISO17025)	3 years

Modulation	270 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz ±2 %

Multi-fiber ID	12 fibers

Autotest	Compatible with KI Autotest power meter port & matching λ

Power	2 x AAA (LR-03) Alkaline

Battery life	Laser/LED source: 40/35 hours (typical) in Autotest

Auto off	Selectable

Case	Polycarbonate with captive dust cap, 2.5-meter drop tested

Size	124 mm x 81 mm x 25 mm

Unit weight	0.15 kg

Shipping weight	0.3 kg

Operating / storage temperature	-15 to 55 °C / -25 to 70 °C

Relative humidity	0 ~ 95%

Warranty	3 years