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Westover FBP-P1 Video Inspection Probe
The FBP-P1, part of Westover's industry-leading "FBP" series of fiber
inspection probes, features 200x magnification and a 4-pin output to interface
with a handheld display, "FBP-VO" series video output module, or FBPP-USB3 USB
1.1 module.
The FBP-P1 is suitable for use with either Westover handheld LCD displays, or
Westover video output module where the video signal can than be routed to an
external monitor. In addition, all Westover Analog probes can be used in
conjunction with our video capture modules to provide image capture and display
functionality on a PC.
This small, lightweight probe measures 4.5” long. It contains a long-life
coaxial LED light source,and 1/3” CCD video camera. A small focusing mechanism
is conveniently positioned in the probe handle. The probe accepts several
connector specific tips. The Probe tip mates with the female bulkhead or mating
connector and precenters the image on the display, thus eliminating the need to
“find” the image by moving the probe around the connector. The 1.6 oz. probe
holds itself in place for hands free operation.
In addition to being compatable with standard connectors,our design includes
precision optics and lighting which have been optimized for inspecting small
form-factor connectors-including 1.25mm (LC) connectors.
The Westover Scientific Video Inspection Probe is a portable, video
microscope used to inspect fiber optic terminations. More specifically, the FBP
is used to inspect installed connectors that are located inside hardware devices
or in the "backside" of patch panels. It eliminates the need to access the
backside of patch panels or disassemble hardware devices prior to
inspection.
Patch Panels:
Many patch panels feature a design
wherein one connector is easily inspected (front), but the other is difficult to
access (back). Inspecting the connector on the front side of the panel is
commonly performed using a simple fiber inspection microscope. However, the
backside connectors are not as easily inspected with traditional microscopes,
thus requiring time consuming troubleshooting. The FBP system combines with
Westover's line of "Cleaning Sticks" produce a fast and effective means for
installing, troubleshooting, or maintaining fiber optic patch
panels.
Hardware Devices and Test Equipment:
Most hardware
devices feature connectors, at the faceplace of a "box", that lead to the
back-plane circuitry. These connectors are very difficult to access since they
are built into the device's enclosure. If a contaminates jumper is inserted, the
termination inside the divice can become contaminated and contribure to signal
loss. Many test equipment designs feature the same type of "back plane" fiber
wherein a critical fiber termination lies just inside a piece of hardware. The
FBP "Probe" used in conjuntion with Westover's line of "Cleaning Sitcks" can be
used to ensure that the termination inside is clean.
Mil-Aero
Connectors:
Most Mil-Aero connectors are based on multiple fiber plugs that
embody "Termini" ferrules. Typically, one end of the connector contains multiple
"pins" and the other contains multipler "sockets". In either cas, you cannot
inspect the terminations with a traditional microscope because you're not able
to "look" down inside the sockets. Using the FBP "Probe", you are able to access
the fiber endfaces, and inspect these connectors fully
assembled.
Cable Assemblies:
In addition to inspecting backside
connectors through bulkhead adapters, the FBP is available with an adapter tip
for inspecting patch cables and cable assemblies.
Included:
* (1) FBP-P1 Video Inspection Probe
* (1) Video Output
Module
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