AFL variable optical attenuator offers 45 dB optical return loss

Oct. 13, 2011
The Noyes VOA6-SM handheld variable optical attenuator is calibrated at 1310, 1490, 1550, and 1625 nm for FTTX and other singlemode fiber applications.
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The Noyes VOA6-SM handheld variable optical attenuator is calibrated at 1310, 1490, 1550, and 1625 nm for FTTX and other singlemode fiber applications. It has 45 dB optical return loss, operates on an internal Li-ion battery, and includes a 10-minute auto shutdown, and a 60-s backlight power-down feature.
AFL Telecommunications
Spartanburg, SC

www.afltele.com

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AFL Launches Rugged, Easy-to-Use Variable Optical Attenuator
An Essential Tool for Telecom and Broadband Activation

SPARTANBURG, SC – June 21, 2011
AFL is launching the new NOYES® VOA6-SM Variable Optical Attenuator. Designed for telecom and broadband link activation tasks, the VOA6-SM allows the user to "dial in" attenuation values for the purpose of confirming optical link budgets and operating margins or for determining the optical padding value required to match power levels.

Unlike other VOAs in its price range, the 45 dB Optical Return Loss of the VOA6‑SM makes it the best choice for use with DFB-based transmitters and other devices that can be damaged or degraded by higher levels of reflected power. The VOA6‑SM is calibrated at 1310, 1490, 1550 and 1625 nm, making it ideal for FTTx and other single-mode fiber applications.

"The VOA6-SM was developed to give our customers an alternative to complex and costly laboratory-grade Variable Optical Attenuators," said George Rose, general manager of AFL's Test and Inspection Division. "Its simplicity minimizes training and speeds deployment while its thumbwheel attenuation control allows precise, one-hand operation. We are delighted with the response we have received thus far from our customers."

Ideal for field tasks, the handheld VOA6-SM operates on an internal Li-ion battery and includes a 10-minute auto shutdown, a 60-second backlight power down feature and retains its attenuation setting even while turned off. This permits it to be temporarily installed in a network node should a fixed attenuator be unavailable. The VOA6‑SM comes with FC connectors, an AC adapter, a battery charger and carry case.

About AFL
AFL provides industry-leading products and services to the electric utility, broadband, communications, OEM, enterprise, wireless and transit rail markets as well as the emerging markets of oil and gas, mining, nuclear, avionics, medical, renewable and intelligent grid. The company's diverse product portfolio includes fiber optic cable, transmission and substation accessories, outside plant equipment, connectors, fusion splicers, test equipment and training. AFL's service portfolio includes market-leading positions with the foremost telecommunications companies supporting both the central office and outside plant areas.

Founded in 1984, AFL is proud to offer engineering expertise, exceptional products and reliable service that help our customers improve their critical and electrical infrastructure. AFL has operations in the U.S., Mexico, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Spartanburg, SC, and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fujikura Ltd. of Japan. For more information, visit www.AFLglobal.com.

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