Exfo FLS-210A – Variable Light Source
Exfo FLS-210A – Variable Light Source,Variable optical light source for simulating multiple wavelengths in fiber optic testing environments. Offers adjustable power output and selectable wavelengths for flexible insertion loss and continuity testing. Designed for R&D and manufacturing applications involving passive component and link evaluation.
- Model
- Exfo FLS-210A
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $750
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- FLS-210A
This unit
The Exfo FLS-210A is a variable light source engineered for multiwavelength fiber optic testing in R&D and manufacturing environments. It delivers adjustable optical power across selectable wavelengths to support insertion loss and continuity measurements on passive components and optical links. The unit combines field portability with lab-grade performance through multiple power configurations, precise output control, and integration with EXFO's FasTesT automated testing platform.
Technical Specifications
Emitter Options: LED or laser sources. Power Output:- Laser versions: 10 dB variable range, adjustable in 0.1 dB increments
- LED versions: 5 dB variable range, adjustable in 0.1 dB increments
- Laser output levels: –2 dBm, –3 dBm, or –7 dBm (source-dependent) Wavelength Configurations:
- Single-wavelength: 1300 nm, 1550 nm
- Dual-wavelength: 850/1300 nm or 1310/1550 nm (toggled via single output connector) Modulation: 2 kHz tone modulation. Output Interface: EXFO Universal Interface (EUI); adapter types sold separately. Thermal Management: Cooled laser option available for stability-critical applications. Power Options: AC adapter, internal NiCd battery, or 9 V alkaline battery. Auto-off and low-battery indicator included. Display: Backlit LCD. Physical: Polycarbonate case, 22 cm × 11 cm × 5 cm, 0.75 kg. Environmental: Operating –10 °C to 40 °C; storage –30 °C to 60 °C.
Key Features
- Fine-granularity power control (0.1 dB steps) for precise loss characterization
- Dual-wavelength models reduce test footprint in multiwavelength applications
- Laser and LED options accommodate different testing requirements and cost profiles
- Cooled laser variant minimizes output drift in long-duration testing
Compatibility & Integration FasTesT-enabled automated loss testing: connects with compatible EXFO power meters (e.g., FOT-90A) for single-button wavelength loss tests. Streamlines data acquisition and reduces measurement error.
Compliance CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT. Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10, 1040.11, IEC 60825-1:1993+A1:1997, and FCC Part 15.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | –7 dBm to –2 dBm (laser versions, 10 dB variable range) |
| –2 dBm to –7 dBm (LED versions, 5 dB variable range) | Voltage / Current Range | 9 V alkaline battery |
| AC adapter powered | Wavelength Range | 1300 nm, 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 850 nm |
Exfo FLS-210A — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Exfo FLS-210A. Calibration covers output power at specified wavelengths, wavelength accuracy, 15-minute output stability, and modulation frequency accuracy where applicable. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Exfo FLS-210A faults: laser diode end-of-life (output below spec), fiber output connector damage, output instability. Common repairs include laser diode replacement when output falls below spec, fiber output connector repair, and thermal management service.
Exfo FLS-210A price
This Exfo FLS-210A is listed at $750. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Exfo FLS-210A calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Exfo FLS-210A 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 output power at specified wavelengths, wavelength accuracy, 15-minute output stability, and modulation frequency accuracy where applicable. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
