Exfo FG-720-003M 1550 OTDR
Exfo OTDRs. Wavelength: ** 1550 nm, Dynamic Range: ** 38 dB (SM OTDR.
- Model
- Exfo FG-720-003M
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $7,320
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- FG-720-003M
This unit
The Exfo FG-720-003M is a stand-alone remote Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) operating at 1550 nm for continuous monitoring and fault detection in critical optical fiber networks. This unit delivers all-in-one OTDR testing and monitoring without the capital expense of a full client-server remote fiber test system. The FG-720-003M supports multiple test modes - manual, on-demand, 24/7 continuous monitoring, and scheduled intervals (hourly, daily, weekly) - with SMS-triggered testing and alert capabilities for fault conditions and resolutions.
Technical Specifications
Wavelength: 1550 nm
Dynamic Range: 38 dB (SM OTDR, metro)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 3 min. average using 20 µs pulse width
High Resolution Scans: 1 m
Data Storage: 80 GB local capacity with RAID protection
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C
Physical Dimensions: 44 mm H × 427 mm W × 312 mm D
Weight: 13 kg
Key Features
Reference condition recording on each connected fiber with automated deviation detection and precise fault localization
Peak-level monitoring for degradation measurement with machine-learning optimization of fault-detection thresholds
Season-change management for threshold adaptation across environmental variations
Flexible alert subsystem with notifications via e-mail, SMS, and SNMP
Multi-user capable with discovery and auto-provisioning functions
Plug-and-play deployment requiring minimal configuration expertise
Typical Applications
Long-term fiber health monitoring in metro and long-haul networks
Unplanned fault detection and rapid response notification
Scheduled preventative testing with automated baseline tracking
Remote sites requiring autonomous monitoring without external test infrastructure
Compatibility & Integration
Network integration via configurable DHCP or fixed IP addressing
LAN integration with secure communications
Rackmount-ready with supplied kit
CE, CSA-UL, and RoHS certified; ISO 9001 manufacturer compliance
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Wavelength Range | 1550 nm |
Exfo FG-720-003M — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Exfo FG-720-003M. Calibration covers distance accuracy verified against a calibrated fiber length reference, event loss measurement accuracy at splice and connector events, dead zone (event and attenuation) at rated pulse width, dynamic range verification at 1310 nm and 1550 nm, backscatter coefficient calibration, and return loss measurement accuracy. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Exfo FG-720-003M faults: optical port connector damage or contamination, battery failure, display damage from field use, module failure on FTB or MTS platforms, calibration drift. Most field OTDRs fail due to physical damage. On modular platforms (EXFO FTB, Viavi MTS), individual module failures are serviced without replacing the entire mainframe. Optical port cleaning resolves many apparent measurement faults before mechanical repair is needed.
Exfo FG-720-003M price
This Exfo FG-720-003M is listed at $7,320. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Exfo FG-720-003M calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Exfo FG-720-003M 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 distance accuracy verified against a calibrated fiber length reference, event loss measurement accuracy at splice and connector events, dead zone (event and attenuation) at rated pulse width, dynamic range verification at 1310 nm and 1550 nm, backscatter coefficient calibration, and return loss measurement accuracy. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
