Why is it necessary to inspect the end faces of optical connectors?

For customers considering the introduction of optical connector end face inspection equipment:

Dirt on the end face of optical connectors accounts for a large proportion of the causes of optical network malfunctions.
Even dirt on the end face of an optical connector, which is not visible to the naked eye, can cause increased reflection and loss.

Benefits of observing the end face of an optical connector before connecting it

By inspecting the end faces before connection, you can prevent problems caused by end face contamination.
Scratches and dirt on the end face can be visually identified, allowing for the pinpointing of the location of the loss and reducing network downtime.

To maintain a healthy network, we recommend the following cycle:

Checking the state of the optical connector end face is essential for maintaining a sound network!

Please take a look at the detailed information we have prepared.

To all optical connection workers and contractors

You can download the PDF.

The effects of contamination on the end face of optical connectors and countermeasures.
Why do optical connectors need to be cleaned?

Examples of introducing an optical connector end face inspection device.

Nippon Television Network Corporation

Introduced product: FBP-HD3-PA (*1)
*1: FBP-HD3-PA has been discontinued.
As a substitute, we sell the end face monitor series with an automatic judgment function.

NTT-ME Corporation

Products introduced: FBP-NS-P01 (*2)
*2: FBP-NS-P01 is no longer available for sale.
We are currently selling the successor model, FBP-NS-P101.