Designed for one-handed operation, the FiberLert™ is an easy-to-use troubleshooting tool that allows technicians and engineers to easily check for the presence of near-infrared light without complicated setup or interpreting measurement data. When placed in front of an active fiber optic port or patch cable, the tester emits a continuous light and an optional tone. This tool is unique in the market, enabling users to pinpoint the cause of communication failures in fiber optic networks.
Fiber optic networks carry a significant amount of data, and problems that arise can affect many users, making rapid resolution essential.
"There are many network engineers and technicians who occasionally need to check and troubleshoot fiber optic connections, but they lack the necessary tools and knowledge to do so," says Robert Luijten, training manager at Fluke Networks and an expert in test and measurement. "As a result, they are forced to guess the cause of a communication problem and replace components such as transceivers and patch cables in the hope of resolving the issue."
FiberLert eliminates guesswork by clearly indicating where a signal is active and where it is not. This allows users to quickly locate and remedy the cause of a problem, such as a faulty transceiver or patch cable, and replace it. FiberLert is compatible with single-mode, multi-mode, and UPC/APC ports and patch cables and can perform tests without touching the port or patch cable, reducing the risk of contamination or damage.
FiberLert's LightBeat™ feature makes the LED blink, indicating that it is powered on and has sufficient battery life.
A timer turns the tester off after five minutes of inactivity to extend battery life. Its rugged design includes a convenient pocket clip and comes with a two-year warranty.
