Exfo EX1 FTTH and Business Services Tester
The Exfo EX1 is a compact and versatile tester designed for FTTH and business services. It offers essential testing capabilities for technicians deploying and troubleshooting fiber optic networks and Ethernet services. With its user-friendly interface and solid feature set, the EX1 ensures efficient and accurate testing for optimal network performance.
- Model
- Exfo EX1
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $2,330
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- EX1
This unit
The EXFO EX1 is a pocket-sized fiber and business services tester engineered for FTTH deployment and troubleshooting. Controlled via Android or iOS smart devices, it delivers Gigabit Ethernet speed validation, GPON/XGS-PON ONT emulation, and integrated WiFi testing - all in a single compact platform.
Technical Specifications
Ethernet Performance- Validates full line rate Gigabit Ethernet speeds via RJ45 electrical, SFP optical, or WiFi interfaces
- Measures download/upload throughput up to 1000 Mbit/s
- Captures latency performance metrics
- Powered by Speedtest® by Ookla® algorithm
- RJ45 port supports 10/100/1000 Mbit/s (10/100 Mbit/s capabilities limited to hardware revisions B and C) GPON/XGS-PON Testing
- Emulates GPON ONT and XGS-PON ONT for installation validation and troubleshooting
- Measures optical power, PON ID, OLT optical TX power, ONT optical RX power, ODN loss, and ONT operational status
- Requires EXFO-qualified SFP GPON ONT transceiver (GPON) or SFP+ XGS-PON ONT transceiver (XGS-PON)
- SFP port for 1 GE optical connectivity WiFi Testing
- Dedicated WiFi chipset for comprehensive analysis
- Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz frequency bands
- WiFi channel mapping to analyze access points, signal strength, and channel utilization
Key Features
- Smart Device Control: Fully managed via Android 6.0+ or iOS 10+ devices; intuitive application for setup, testing, and reporting
- Configurable Thresholds: Adjustable pass/fail criteria aligned with subscriber service plans
- Reporting: Generates "birth certificates" proving delivered speeds in PDF, JSON, XML, or CSV formats
- Cloud Integration: Firmware upgrades and report storage via EXFO Exchange with automated compliance checks and team visibility
- Active Verifier Support: Hosts EXFO's Active Verifier VNF for L3-L7 performance testing - 100+ to 140 performance tests including IP connectivity, VoIP qualification, and internet experience validation
- API Automation: Extensive API support for workflow integration
Typical Applications
- FTTH network deployment and validation
- Business Ethernet service commissioning
- ONT troubleshooting and PON performance verification
- WiFi coverage optimization and access point placement
- Speed tier verification and SLA compliance documentation
Compatibility & Integration
- Control: Android 6.0 or higher, iOS 10 or higher (recommended)
- Optical interfaces: SFP transceiver ports
- Electrical interface: RJ45 Ethernet
- Wireless: Built-in WiFi chipset
- Cloud platform: EXFO Exchange for centralized data management
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz (WiFi bands) |
Exfo EX1 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Exfo EX1. Calibration covers optical reference power levels, electrical signal amplitude calibration, protocol layer verification, and BER measurement floor validation. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Exfo EX1 faults: SFP cage mechanical damage, optical port contamination, firmware corruption. Most failures involve SFP/SFP+ cage mechanical damage, optical port contamination, or firmware corruption. Port cleaning and firmware restoration resolve the majority of faults.
Exfo EX1 price
This Exfo EX1 is listed at $2,330. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Exfo EX1 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Exfo EX1 is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers optical reference power levels, electrical signal amplitude calibration, protocol layer verification, and BER measurement floor validation. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
