AFL FOCIS DUEL – Connector Inspection System
FOCIS Duel is a self-contained twin-ported Bluetooth connected fibre optic connector inspection probe with integrated screen. The first port (right hand side Port1) is fully featured, identical to AFL’s FOCIS Flex. The second port (left hand side Port2) has fast and convenient female “click-in” adapters, auto-focus and 2X zoom capabilities. The FOCIS Duel can perform IEC, IPC, AT&T and user-defined end-face cleanliness analysis and store Port 1 images and reports locally.
The AFL FOCIS App (iOS and Android) provides a comprehensive and user-friendly feature set as well as connectivity with AFL’s cloud-based aeRos® workflow automation platform.
- Inspect connectors on bulkhead adapters (Port 1) and patch cords (Port 2) without swapping adapter tips
- Optimal tool for optical network installation, turn-up, troubleshooting and maintenance
- MPO/MTP multi-fibre multi-row connectors inspection
- Critical fibre infrastructure performance assurance
- Maintenance of fibre connections at highest optical performance levels
- Verification that proper connector cleaning practices are being used
- Auto-focus (both ports) and auto-centering (Port 1) for fast, easy inspection
- Self-contained, tether-free, compact, hand-held inspection solution
- IEC 61300-3-35 (2015), IPC 8497-1, AT&T TP-76461 and user-defined auto-inspection (Port 1)
- Available with more than three dozen tips supporting all commonly used connector types, including MPO/MTP multi-fibre connectors and bulkheads
- Rechargeable, field-replaceable NiMH battery lasts more than 8 hours
- Snout and adapter tip slots eliminate loosening during normal operation
- Fast 1X/2X zoom toggle
Pass / fail results in seconds: With the press of a single button, Port 1 of the FOCIS Duel auto-focuses, captures, centers and analyses the end-face image to industry standard IEC 61300-3-35 (2015), IPC, AT&T and user-defined criteria.
Untethered operation: With rechargeable battery and integrated 2.4″ color TFT LCD screen, FOCIS Duel can be used independently.
Wide range of adapter tips: Port 1 – Interchangeable adapter tips support single and multi-fibre connector inspection for a wide range of patch cords and bulkhead-mounted connectors having either PC/UPC or APC polished end-faces. A key on the probe snout combined with a slot on the adapter tips assures that adapter tips never loosen during use, under any circumstances. Quad-slotted APC adapter tips ensure the screen is visible in any use case. Port 2 – A slot on the adapter tips combined with a keyed snout eliminates loosening during normal use. Port 2 adapter tips are available for all common connector types – Universal 1.25 mm and 2.5 mm, SC and LC in both UPC and APC polish types.
Inspection kits include AC charger, carry strap, two user-selected adapter tips (optionally), and soft carry case.
| FIRST PORT (Port 1) Parameters | Specification |
|---|---|
| Field of view (FOV; viewed on FOCIS Duel) | Live: 710 x 860μm
Captured, zoomed out: 650 x 600μm Captured, partially zoomed in: 360 x 390μm Captured, fully zoomed in: 180 x 195μm |
| Field of view (FOV, viewed on a PC) | Captured, Zoomed Out: 525 x 700 μm; Captured, Partially Zoomed In: 355 x 475 μm; Captured, Zoomed In: 175 x 235 μm |
| Manual Detection Capability (minimum) | 0.25 μm |
| Auto Analysis Resolution | <1.0 μm |
| Internally Stored Image Size (pixels) | 640 x 480 VGA; images stored internally in three .JPG files, one at each FOV |
| Bluetooth Image and Overlay | 2 x QVGA (320 x 240; image + overlay) to AFL test instruments (SPP) 1 x VGA (640 x 480) file to Apple iOS devices (IAP / MFi) |
| Maximum No Damage Live Fibre Power Level | +20 dBm; Image cannot be viewed if fibre is live |
| Focus Methods and Speeds | Auto-focus (≤3 sec) and manual focus |
| Centering | Auto-centering (<1 sec) |
| Zoom in Live Mode | 1x and 2x modes |
| Image Capture with Pass/Fail Analysis | IEC 61300-3-35 (2015), AT&T TP-76461, IPC-8497-1, user-set criteria |
| Results Storage (Image and Pass/Fail Results) | Yes |
| File Format | JPG, GIF, Port 1 only |
| File Storage Capacity | 10,000 files |
| SECOND PORT (Port 2) Parameters | |
| Field of View (FOV; Viewed on FOCIS Duel) | Live: 365 x 440 μm and 183 x 220 μm |
| Manual Detection Capability (minimum) | 0.25 μm |
| Maximum No Damage Live Fiber Power Level | +20 dBm; Image cannot be viewed if fiber is live |
| Zoom in Live Mode | 1x and 2x modes |
| Focus Methods and Speeds | Auto-focus (≤3 sec) and manual focus |
| OPERATING FEATURES | |
| Bluetooth Characteristics | IAP (iPod accessory protocol), SPP 0 x 1101 |
| USB Characteristics | USB 2.0 mass storage device |
| Supported Languages | English, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish |
| ENVIRONMENT PARAMETERS | |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +50°C |
| Relative Humidity | 0 to 95% RH |
| Vibration Limits | 2G (transportation) |
| Transit Drop (without soft case) | 300 mm (12 inches, all sides, dust cover installed) |
| Transit Drop (with soft case) | 460 mm (18 inches, all sides, dust cover installed) |
| PHYSICAL AND POWER CHARACTERISTICS | |
| Display Size, Type, Resolution | 2.4”, color TFT, backlit, 240 x 320 with brightness control |
| Battery Type | NiMH, user replaceable |
| Operating Time (typical) | 8 hours**; 3 hours continuous |
| Power Save Features | Auto-off (disabled, 2, 5, 10 min) |
| Recharge Time | ≤4 hours |
| Low-Battery Warning | Alerts when ≤15 minutes battery operation remains |
| AC Charger Voltage, Frequency, Current | 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 5VDC, 2A |
| Charger Jack | 3.2 mm, center positive |
| Size | 47 x 37 x 175 mm (1.8 x 1.5 x 6.8 in) |
| Weight | 280 g (0.62 lb) |
| Safety & Compliance Certifications | UL, CE, FCC |
All specifications valid at 23°C ±2°C (73.4°F ±3.6°F).
**Operating conditions: 60 tests in 20 minutes, then auto-off; repeat each hour.