Tucson Optics TC-13 Optical Fiber Identifier
The Tucson Optics TC-13 is a versatile fiber maintenance and installation tool that combines a fiber identifier, an optical power meter (OPM) and a VFL fault locator laser in a single device. The TC-13 enables identification of active fibers without interrupting traffic and allows checking the direction and strength of the optical signal in field conditions.
The metal fiber holder enables quick and reliable measurements without changing separate adapters. The device detects the direction of active traffic and common identification signals of 270 Hz, 1 kHz and 2 kHz.
Features
- Fiber identifier for detecting active optical fibers
- Built-in optical power meter (OPM)
- Built-in 10 mW VFL fault locator
- Metal fiber holder for precise measurement
- No need to change adapters
- Displays signal direction and relative power
- Indicates whether the fiber is active or dark
- Detects 270 Hz, 1 kHz and 2 kHz modulation frequencies
- Traffic direction detection
- Low battery indicator
Technical specifications
- Model: TC-13
- Functions: Fiber Identifier, OPM, VFL
- Optical power measurement range: -50 ... +26 dBm
- VFL output power: 10 mW
- Detectable modulations: 270 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz
- Signal direction detection: Yes
- Traffic detection without disconnecting the link: Yes
- Battery warning: Yes
Note: The integrated VFL function uses a visible red laser. Never look directly into the laser beam or into an active optical fiber.
