Exfo FTB-500 Universal Test Set
The Exfo FTB-500 Universal Test Set is a versatile platform for various optical and data communication testing applications. It supports a wide range of modules for OTDR, Ethernet, and spectral analysis, making it suitable for field and lab environments. Its modular design ensures adaptability to evolving testing needs.
- Model
- Exfo FTB-500
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $1,540
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- FTB-500
This unit
The EXFO FTB-500 is a modular universal test platform built for field and laboratory deployment across physical, optical, transport, and data communication layers. It combines an Intel Core 2 Duo processor with Windows-based control, a 12.1-inch color touchscreen (800 × 600 resolution), and support for 4-slot or 8-slot module configurations. The platform accepts any EXFO FTB plug-and-play module, enabling backward and forward compatibility with both existing and future test modules.
Technical Specifications
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo
Display: 12.1-inch color touchscreen, 800 × 600 resolution
Configurations: 4-slot or 8-slot module capacity
Connectivity: USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, VPN, Bluetooth, 3G/LTE, GPS
Cloud integration: EXFO Connect for automated asset management and centralized data collection
Key Features
Transport and Datacom: DS0/E0 to OC-768/STM-256, OTU1/OTU2/OTU3/OTU1e/OTU2e with FEC, 10M/100M Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (LAN/WAN), 1x/2x/4x/10x Fibre Channel, 10G/40G/100G analysis
Optical Testing: OTDR modules available with wavelengths at 850 nm, 1300 nm, 1310 nm, 1550 nm, and 1625 nm; dynamic range up to 45 dB
Optical Spectrum Analysis (OSA): Wavelength range 1250 nm to 1650 nm, dynamic range up to +23 dBm, in-band OSNR measurements
Dispersion Analysis: Chromatic Dispersion (CD) and Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD) modules; CD and PMD analysis for fiber lengths up to 120 km, distributed PMD analysis available
Typical Applications
Multi-layer network testing from physical to transport layers
Optical fiber characterization and OTDR measurements
Spectral analysis and dispersion measurements
Protocol validation across SONET/SDH and standards
Compatibility & Integration The FTB-500 architecture supports any EXFO FTB module library, allowing configuration changes without hardware replacement. EXFO Connect enables remote data collection, automated reporting, and cloud-based asset tracking.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Range (dBm) | '+23 dBm (OSA dynamic range) | Wavelength Range: 1300 nm, 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 1625 nm |
| OSA | 1250 nm to 1650 nm, 850 nm |
Exfo FTB-500 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Exfo FTB-500. All calibrations are performed to NIST-traceable standards and ship with a certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Exfo FTB-500 price
This Exfo FTB-500 is listed at $1,540. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Exfo FTB-500 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Exfo FTB-500 is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
