The EXFO FTB-150-METRO is a compact, lightweight optical time domain reflectometer engineered for metro network field testing. This 260 km capable OTDR delivers accurate detection and characterization of fiber splices, connectors, breaks, and other link events through three operational wavelengths: 1310 nm, 1550 nm, and 1625 nm.
## Technical Specifications
• **Wavelengths:** 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 1625 nm
• **Maximum Distance Range:** 260 km
• **Maximum Pulse Width:** 20 µs
• **Acquisition Points:** Up to 52,000
• **Trace Acquisition Time:** 10 seconds minimum; full averaging in 45 seconds (short-range configurations)
• **Event Dead Zone:** As low as 1 m
• **Attenuation Dead Zone:** 3 m or 4.5 m (configuration-dependent)
• **Linearity:** ±0.03 dB/dB
• **Battery Life:** More than 8 hours
• **Power-up Time:** 4 seconds
• **Weight:** 2.9 kg
## Key Features
• 1 m event dead zone for precise splice and connector location
• Advanced TFT transflective display optimized for direct sunlight operation
• Three operating modes: Auto Mode, Advanced Mode, and Template Trace Mode
• Rugged waterproof construction with sealed joints and protective port panels
• Touchscreen interface with shortkeys and tracking knob
• Instantaneous AutoSync USB data transfer and file management
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity (via Compact Flash)
## Connectivity & Integration
• USB A/A-B and RJ-45 ports
• Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Compact Flash)
• Optional power meter, fiber inspection probe, and visual fault locator (VFL) modules
## Typical Applications
Metro and FTTH network deployment, in-service fiber link verification, splice and connector loss analysis, and fiber break detection across distances to 260 km.
