Universal modular test platforms
General information
Several leading manufacturers of measuring equipment produce universal modular measuring platforms, the capabilities of which are increased by installing replaceable modules. As a rule, several dozen modules are produced for each measurement platform for measuring various parameters of fiber-optic networks and analysis of communication protocols (Transport and Datacom, abbreviated as T&D). Depending on the type modular system, it can be installed from one to eight replaceable modules.
Tehencom company supplies all types of modern models of modular measuring platforms from leading manufacturers: from miniature ones that fit in one hand to large, multi-slot ones capable of performing a full set of telecommunications infrastructure tests.
All models of test platforms
The table below shows the most popular test and measurement platforms and modules for them. Regarding prices and delivery times for the entire range of instrumentation, simply call us or write to us at E-mail and we will be happy to answer your questions.
| Model | A photo | Short description |
| Universal modular measuring platforms and modules of the EXFO company | ||
| EXFO FTB-1v2 Pro |
Product code: 1000268 |
Compact modular measurement platform EXFO FTB-1v2 Pro Measurement of parameters of fiber optic lines (trunk, urban, access networks, SCS, etc.), as well as testing protocols (Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, CPRI, etc.). Operating system: Windows 10. Processor: 4 cores. 20.3 cm touchscreen (1280 x 800 resolution) with multi-touch support. Built-in optical power meter and VFL illumination (option VPM2X). Interfaces: USB 3.0 and 1G Ethernet (standard), Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (RF option). Flash memory: 128 GB. Battery: Li-ion. Working temperature: from 0°С to +50°С. Weight: from 2 to 3.2 kg (depending on modification). Dimensions: 210 x 254 x 66, (96) or (122) mm. Installation of one or two modules (platform capabilities depend on the type of modules): - reflectometer (46 dB, single mode) for trunks (module FTBx-750C) - reflectometer (40 dB, single mode)variable wavelength (module FTBx-740C) - reflectometer (42 dB, single mode) for urban networks (module FTBx-735C) - reflectometer (39 dB, single mode) for PON, FTTx / MDU (module FTBx-730C) - reflectometer (36 dB, single-mode + multi-mode) for access networks and SCS (module FTBx-720C) - loss, reflection and fiber certification meter (modules FTBx-940 and FTBx-945) - optical spectrum analyzer (module FTBx-5235) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH and CPRI analyzers up to 11.318 Gbps (modules FTBx-8880 and FTBx-8870) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH analyzers up to 111.81 Gbps (modules FTBx-88200NGE and FTBx-88260) - video microscope for optical connectors (series FIP-400B) Powerful and compact protocol and fiber analyzer |
| EXFO FTB-2 Pro |
Product code: 1000269 |
Modular measurement platform EXFO FTB-2 Pro Measurement of fiber parameters (spectrum analysis, dispersion, reflectometry, loss, ORL, etc.), as well as protocol testing (Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, CPRI, etc.). Operating system: Windows 10. Processor: 4 cores. RAM: 4 GB. 25.6 cm touchscreen (1280 x 800 resolution). Built-in optical power meter and VFL illumination (option VPM2X). Interfaces: USB 3.0, 1G Ethernet and Display port (standard), Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (RF option). Internal flash memory: 64 GB (standard), 128 GB (optional). Battery type: Li-ion. Weight: 3.0 kg. Dimensions: 199 x 333 x 119 mm. Working temperature: from 0°С to +50°С. Two slots for installing modules (platform capabilities depend on the type of modules): - top optical spectrum analyzer (modules FTBx-5245 and FTBx-5255) - basic optical spectrum analyzer (modules FTBx-5235) - analyzer of chromatic and PMD dispersion (module FTB-5700) - reflectometer (46 dB, single mode) for highways (module FTBx-750C) - reflectometer (40 dB, single mode)variable wavelength (module FTBx-740C) - reflectometer (42 dB, single mode) for urban networks (module FTBx-735C) - reflectometer (39 dB, single mode) for PON, FTTx / MDU (module FTBx-730C) - reflectometer (36 dB, single-mode + multi-mode) for access networks and SCS (module FTBx-720C) - loss, reflection and fiber certification meter (modules FTBx-940 and FTBx-945) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH analyzers up to 111.81 Gbps (modules FTBx-88200NGE and FTBx-88260) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH and CPRI analyzers up to 11.318 Gbps (modules FTBx-8880 and FTBx-8870) - video microscope for optical connectors (series FIP-400B) Advanced analysis of fiber optic lines and data transfer protocols |
| EXFO FTB-4 Pro |
Product code: 1000270 |
Modular measurement platform EXFO FTB-4 Pro Measurement of fiber parameters (spectrum analysis, dispersion, reflectometry, loss, ORL, etc.), as well as protocol testing (Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, CPRI, etc.). Operating system: Windows 10. Processor: 4 cores. RAM: 4 GB. 25.6 cm touchscreen (1280 x 800 resolution). Built-in optical power meter and VFL illumination (option VPM2X). Interfaces: USB 3.0, 1G Ethernet and Display port (standard), Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (RF option). Internal flash memory: 128 GB (typical). Battery type: Li-ion. Weight: 4.6 kg. Dimensions: 199 x 333 x 170 mm. Working temperature: from 0°С to +40°С. Four slots for installing modules (platform capabilities depend on the type of modules): - top optical spectrum analyzer (modules FTBx-5245 and FTBx-5255) - basic optical spectrum analyzer (modules FTBx-5235) - analyzer of chromatic and PMD dispersion (module FTB-5700) - reflectometer (46 dB, single mode) for highways (module FTBx-750C) - reflectometer (40 dB, single mode)variable wavelength (module FTBx-740C) - reflectometer (42 dB, single mode) for urban networks (module FTBx-735C) - reflectometer (39 dB, single mode) for PON, FTTx / MDU (module FTBx-730C) - reflectometer (36 dB, single-mode + multi-mode) for access networks and SCS (module FTBx-720C) - loss, reflection and fiber certification meter (modules FTBx-940 and FTBx-945) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH analyzers up to 111.81 Gbps (modules FTBx-88200NGE and FTBx-88260) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH and CPRI analyzers up to 11.318 Gbps (modules FTBx-8880 and FTBx-8870) - video microscope for optical connectors (series FIP-400B) Maximum analysis of fiber optic lines and data transfer protocols |
| EXFO FTB-500 |
Product code: 1000332 |
Universal modular measuring platform EXFO FTB-500 Designed to test all existing types of networks. Layer testing: physical, optical, transport and data. Built-in power meter and visual flaw detector (option). 30.7 cm touchscreen (800 x 600 resolution). Processor Intel Core 2 Duo. Operating system Windows XP. Wide range of field replaceable modules. Two versions: 4 or 8 slots for plug-in modules. 4 slots: weight (with battery): 8.5 kg. Dimensions: 37 x 30 x 15 cm. 8 slots: Weight (with battery): 11 kg. Dimensions: 37 x 30 x 22 cm. The EXFO FTB-500 platform is compatible with these modules for FOCL: - FTB-5240S, FTB-5240BP - optical spectrum analyzer modules - FTB-5700 - one-way analyzer module for HD and PMD dispersion - FTB-5800 - chromatic dispersion analyzer (CD) module - FTB-5500B - polarization modal dispersion analyzer module - FTB-3930 - MultiTest multifunctional loss tester module - FTB-7600E - reflectometer module (50 dB) for ultra-trunks - FTB-7500E - reflectometer module (45 dB) for highways - FTB-7400E - reflectometer module (42 dB) for trunks and CWDM - FTB-7300E - reflectometer module (39 dB) for PON FTTx / MDU - FTB-7200D - reflectometer module (36 dB) single-mode + multi -mode - FIP-400 - compact microscope (magnification: 200 and 400 times) The EXFO FTB-500 platform is compatible with these modules for T&D: - FTB-8120NGE, FTB-8130NGE - 10G SDH / Ethernet analyzer modules - FTB-8120, FTB-8130 - 10G SDH / SONET / OTN analyzer modules - FTB-8510G - 10G Ethernet analyzer module (including IPv6) - FTB-8115 - SDH / SONET analyzer module up to 2.5 Gbps - FTB-8510B - Ethernet analyzer module (including IPv6) up to 1 Gbps - FTB-8105 - PDH / SDH analyzer module up to 155 Mbps |
| Measuring modules of the EXFO company for new generation platforms (FTB-2 Pro and FTB-4 Pro) | ||
| EXFO FTBx-5245 FTBx-5255 |
Product code: 1000333 |
EXFO optical spectrum analyzer modules FTBx-5245, FTBx-5255 Wavelength range: 1250 nm - 1650 nm. Dynamic Range: -80dBm to +18dBm. Wavelength measurement error: 0.01 nm. Power measurement error: 0.5 dB. DWDM support with channel spacing from 25 to 200 GHz (models FTBx-5245 and FTBx-5245-P). DWDM support with channel spacing from 12.5 to 200 GHz (model FTBx-5255). OSNR measurement for 1G/10G by interpolation method (all models). OSNR measurement for 10G/40G in-band method (only FTBx-5245-P and FTBx-5255). OSNR measurement for 40G/100G/200G/400G before commissioning (all models). OSNR measurement for 40G/100G/200G/400G during operation (FTBx-5255 only). Standards support: IEC 61280-2-9, IEC 61282-12, YD/T 2147-2010, etc. Detailed analysis of DWDM, CWDM, ROADM, optical amplifiers (EDFA) and lasers. Module size: 2 slots. Compatible with EXFO platforms FTB-2 Pro and FTB-4 Pro. Maximum measurement accuracy and support for the latest standards |
| Measuring modules of the EXFO company for new and previous generation platforms | ||
| EXFO FTB-5700 |
Product code: 1000334 |
EXFO FTB-5700 Single Ended Dispersion Analyzer Module Measurement chromatic and polarization mode dispersion. Wavelengths: from 1475 to 1626 nm. Dynamic Range: 25 dB (with 32 dB reflector). Maximum fiber length measured: 120 km (with reflector 140 km). Chromatic dispersion (HD): Number of points: 8. Accuracy: ±10 ps/nm. Measurement time: 40 s. Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD): Measuring range: 0.1 - 20 ps. Measurement time: less than 180 s. Does not require installation of a source at the far end of the fiber. A reflector can be used to improve performance. Size: 2 slots. Compatible with EXFO platforms: FTB-200, FTB-500, FTB-2 Pro and FTB-4 Pro. |
| EXFO FTB-5800 |
Product code: 1000335 |
Chromatic Dispersion Analyzer (CD) Module EXFO FTB-5800 Wavelengths: 1200 to 1700 nm (with edge extrapolation). Dynamic range: 42 dB. The maximum length of the measured fiber: 5400 km. Number of points: up to 950. Highly accurate method for measuring the phase shift. Accuracy: less than 3 ps/nm. Measurement time: 1 s per point. Testing via EDFA. Requires a source to be installed at the far end of the fiber. Suitable for applications 100 Gbps. Size: 4 slots. Compatible with EXFO platforms: FTB-500 and FTB-4 Pro. |
| EXFO FTB-5500B |
Product code: 1000336 |
EXFO FTB-5500B Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD) Analyzer Module Wavelengths: from 1260 to 1675 nm. Dynamic Range: 47 dB (Typical with FLS-5800 source). Measurement range: 0 to 115 ps. Measurement time: 4.5 s. Tests through EDFA (more than 120 pcs.). Requires a source to be installed at the far end of the fiber. Suitable for applications 100 Gbps. Size: 3 slots. Compatible with EXFO platforms: FTB-500 and FTB-4 Pro. |
| EXFO FTB-7600E |
Product code: 1000271 |
EXFO FTB-7600E Ultra-Tube Optical Reflectometer Module Singlemode: 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 50 dB (model FTB-7600E-0023B). Singlemode: 1550 nm, 1625 nm, 50 dB (model FTB-7600E-0034B). Dead zone by events: up to 1 m. Attenuation dead zone: up to 5 m. Number of reflectogram points: up to 256,000. For testing ultra-extended highways. A visual flaw detector (VFL) is integrated into the module. Size: 1 slot. Compatible with EXFO platforms: FTB-200, FTB-500, FTB-2 Pro and FTB-4 Pro. |
| EXFO FTB-7400E |
Product code: 1000272 |
Optical reflectometer module for trunks and CWDM EXFO FTB-7400E Singlemode: 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 42 dB (model FTB-7400E-0023B). Singlemode: 1310 nm, 1550 nm, 1625 nm, 42 dB (model FTB-7400E-0234B). Singlemode: 1310 nm, 1383 nm, 1550 nm, 1625 nm, 42 dB (model FTB-7400E-2347B). Dead zone by events: up to 0.8 m. Attenuation dead zone: up to 3 m. Number of trace points: up to 256,000. For testing highways and CWDM. The wavelength of 1383 nm allows you to measure the loss in the fiber caused by the "water peak". A visual flaw detector (VFL) can be integrated into the module. Size: 1 slot. Compatible with EXFO platforms: FTB-200, FTB-500, FTB-2 Pro and FTB-4 Pro. |
| Measuring platforms (with non-removable modules) of the EXFO company | ||
| EXFO FTB-1 Pro |
Product code: 1000274 |
Compact measurement platform EXFO FTB-1 Pro Measurement of parameters of fiber optic lines (trunk, urban, access networks, SCS, etc.), as well as testing protocols (Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, CPRI, etc.). Operating system: Windows 8.1 Professional. Processor: 4 cores. 20.3 cm touchscreen (1280 x 800 resolution) with multi-touch support. Built-in optical power meter and VFL illumination (option VPM2X). Interfaces: USB 3.0 and 1G Ethernet (standard), Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (RF option), 3G modem. Internal memory: 128 GB (flash). Battery type: Li-ion. Weight: 1.5 kg. Dimensions: 210 x 254 x 66 (96) mm. Working temperature: from 0°С to +50°С. Installing one plug-in module (platform capabilities depend on module type): - reflectometer (46 dB, single mode) for trunks (module FTB-750C) - reflectometer (42 dB, single mode) for urban networks (module FTB-735C) - reflectometer (39 dB, single mode) for PON, FTTx / MDU (module FTB-730C) - reflectometer (36 dB, single-mode + multi-mode) for access networks and SCS (module FTB-720C) - protocol analyzer up to 11.318 Gbps + reflectometer (39 dB) (module FTB-730Gv2) - protocol analyzer up to 11.318 Gbps + reflectometer (36 dB) (module FTB-720Gv2) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, FC and CPRI analyzer up to 111.81 Gbps (module FTB-890NGE) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH, FC and CPRI analyzer up to 111.81 Gbps (module FTB-890) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, FC and CPRI analyzer up to 11.318 Gbps (module FTB-880Q) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, FC and CPRI analyzer up to 11.318 Gbps (module FTB-880v2) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, FC and CPRI analyzer up to 11.318 Gbps (module FTB-870Q) - Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, FC and CPRI analyzer up to 11.318 Gbps (module FTB-870v2) - video microscope for optical connectors (series FIP-400B) Powerful and compact protocol and fiber analyzer |
| Universal modular measuring platforms and modules of the Anritsu company | ||
| Anritsu MT1000A | 
Product code: 1000378 |
Anritsu MT1000A Modular Transport Network Analyzer Designed for full testing of OTN, Ethernet, Fiber Channel, SDH, PDH. Support two ports for all standards and bit rates. Main features of OTN testing and analysis (G.709 standard): OTU2f(11.318 Gbps), OTU2e, OTU2, OTU1f, OTU1e, OTU1 (2.666 Gbps). ODU0, ODUflex, ODU1 and ODU2 including ODU0 - ODU2 multistage mapping. OTN error testing according to G.8201 and M.2401. Error Correction Function (FEC) testing in accordance with ITU-T O.182. Testing client traffic Ethernet, Fiber Channel and SDH, embedded in OTN. Key features of Ethernet testing and analysis: Testing Ethernet at speeds 10G, 1G, 100M and 10M. Traffic generation at full speed. Support for IPv4 and IPv6. Ethernet service activation test (Y.1564), RFC 2544 test, BER test. Testing synchronous Ethernet (G.826x and IEEE 1588 v2). MPLS, MPLS-TP and PBB/PBB-TE testing. Multistream Ethernet and Stacked VLAN (Q-in-Q) support. Main features of SDH/SONET/PDH/DSn testing and analysis: SDH (STM-64, STM-16, STM-4, STM-1) and SONET (OC-192, OC-48, OC-12, OC-3) testing. PDH (E1, E3, E4) and DSn (DS1, DS3) testing. Detailed crash and error statistics. Simultaneous bi-directional monitoring of SDH/SONET/PDH/DSn lines. Embedding and extracting PDH/DSn signals from SDH/SONET. Key features of Fiber Channel testing and analysis: Testing 1GFC, 2GFC, 4GFC, 8GFC and 10GFC with OTN embedding. Delay measurement, BER test, crash and error monitoring. Structural characteristics of the MT1000A analyzer with the MU100010A module: 22.8 cm widescreen touchscreen (800 x 480 resolution). Interfaces for connecting to a PC: USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth. Battery life: up to 4 hours. Convenient case design. Weight: 2.7 kg. Dimensions: 257 x 164 x 77 mm. Working temperature: from 0°С to +50°С. Latest solution for testing OTN, Ethernet, SDH, PDH, etc. |
| Anritsu MT9090A | 
Product code: 1000337 |
Anritsu MT9090A Network Master Portable Platform Designed for measurements on networks PON FTTx, CWDM and Ethernet. Lightweight and durable design, no fan. The intuitive user interface makes it easy for technicians of all skill levels to work with the platform. Built-in power meter and visual flaw detector (option). 11 cm wide screen (480 x 272 resolution). Interfaces: USB. Internal memory: 8 GB (flash). Battery life: 3.5 hours. Weight (with battery): 0.8 kg. Dimensions: 19 x 10 x 5 cm. One slot for a plug-in module. The MT9090A platform is compatible with these modules for FOCL: - MU909020A - CWDM optical channel analyzer module - MU909015B - reflectometer module (37 dB) for PON FTTx / MDU - MU909014A/B - reflectometer module (32 dB) for active networks - MU909011A - reflectometer module (7 dB) for PON FTTx (at the subscriber) The MT9090A platform is compatible with these modules for T&D: - MU909060A1/A2/A3 - Ethernet tester modules from 10 Mbps to 1 Gbps |
| Anritsu MU909060A1 MU909060A2 MU909060A3 |
Product code: 1000379 |
Ethernet tester modules from 10 Mbps to 1 Gbps Anritsu MU909060A1/A2/A3 Ethernet: 10 Mbps to 1 Gbps. Ports: Two optical SFPs, two wired RJ-45s, or one optical SFP and one wired RJ-45. Test RFC 2544. Ability to work in transparent mode (two ports). Support VoIP, IPTV, Stacked VLAN (Q-in-Q), MPLS, IPv4 and IPv6. Physical layer test: optical power and twisted pair test. Compatible with portable platform Anritsu MT9090A. |
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Economy offer
Tehencom company offers both completely new modular measuring platforms, as well as used (second-hand), exhibition and demonstration copies. The cost of these devices is much lower than the cost of new ones. All modular platforms offered in this category are 100% operational, meet the technical requirements of the manufacturer and are provided 1 year warranty. About the level of possible discounts for demo and used devices and how they differ and what they are, see here.
Below are some of the many showcase, demo and used fixtures we offer. The full list is much wider and is constantly updated. Contact us to find the right model.
| Model | A photo | Short description |
| Measuring platforms and modules of the EXFO company (exhibition and demonstration) | ||
| EXFO FTB-1 Pro Are available |
Product code: 1000274 |
Compact measurement platform EXFO FTB-1 Pro Testing protocols (Ethernet, OTN, SDH/PDH, CPRI, etc.), as well as measuring the parameters of fiber optic lines (backbone, urban, access networks, SCS, etc.). Operating system: Windows 8.1 Professional. Processor: 4 cores. 20.3 cm touchscreen (1280 x 800 resolution) with multi-touch support. Built-in optical power meter and VFL illumination (option VPM2X). Interfaces: USB 3.0 and 1G Ethernet (standard), Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (RF option), 3G modem. Internal memory: 128 GB (flash). Battery type: Li-ion. Weight: 1.7 kg. Dimensions: 210 x 254 x 96 mm. Working temperature: from 0°С to +50°С. The following module is installed in the EXFO FTB-1 Pro platform: - protocol analyzer up to 11.318 Gbps + reflectometer (36 dB) (module FTB-720Gv2) |
| EXFO FTB-500 Are available |
Product code: 1000332 |
Universal modular measuring platform EXFO FTB-500 Designed to test all existing types of networks. Layer testing: physical, optical, transport and data. Built-in power meter and visual flaw detector (option). 30.7 cm touchscreen (800 x 600 resolution). Processor Intel Core 2 Duo. Operating system Windows XP. Wide range of field replaceable modules. Two versions: 8 slots for installing replaceable modules. 8 slots: weight (with battery): 11 kg. Dimensions: 37 x 30 x 22 cm. There are no modules installed in the EXFO FTB-500 platform. |
Discontinued models
Measurement equipment manufacturers regularly develop and launch new models of modular measurement platforms with enhanced capabilities and improved performance. After some time, after the start of sales of new models, old models and series out of production. A complete list of discontinued platforms, with an indication of the proposed replacement, you can see here: discontinued measurement platforms and here: discontinued measurement platforms for the analysis of telecommunications protocols.
Basic theory
Ensuring the operability of modern fiber-optic data transmission systems is a whole complex of organizational and practical measures that imposes very high requirements on specialists. To effectively solve this problem, it is necessary to have modern, professional measuring instruments, as well as deep theoretical training of personnel.
Here are collected the main documents on the theory of measurement of parameters of fiber-optic systems, which will help you understand this issue and improve your professional level. For complex and incomprehensible moments, write to us by E-mail or call - we will be happy to advise.
Testing 40G, 100G, 200G and 400G networks - a detailed guide
Help in choosing equipment
Choose and buy inexpensive and high quality measuring platform is not always easy. The main difficulty is the wide variety of modules that can be installed on these platforms. In addition, each of the modules can be equipped with several dozen different options that significantly affect the capabilities of the modules themselves and the types of measurements that can be carried out.
Of course, you can make a complete set yourself, using the materials of our website, or you can send us a request in advance on E-mail with a description of the technical requirements and call us to briefly discuss your task. We have over 20 years of practical supply experience and can immediately answer many questions about models, options, delivery times, prices and discounts. This will save your time and money.