- Products
- Product Reviews
- Product How Tos
- New Product Releases
- Product Categories
Product Brief
GAO’s laser source detects fiber faults
Test & Measurement World Staff11/29/2012 11:24 AM EST
Tell us What You Think
We want to know what you thought about this Product. Let us know by adding a comment.
Aiding the installation and maintenance of optical networks, the Model
C0280003 handheld laser source from GAO Instruments emits a visible red
light at a wavelength of 650 nm to identify the location of fiber
macrobends, breaks, problem connectors, and improperly aligned
mechanical splices.It works with both single-mode and multimode optical fiber and can be used within an OTDR’s dead zone where accurate readings would otherwise be unavailable.
The laser source produces an optical power output of ≥0.5 mW, while offering a choice of two operating modes: continuous wave and 2-Hz modulated. Powered by a 9-V NiMH rechargeable battery, the Model C0280003 delivers 8 to 10 hours of continuous operation. Other features include a low-voltage warning and an automatic power-off function.
More information: www.gaoinstruments.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=62_157&products_id=727
GAO Instruments, www.gaoinstruments.com
Navigate to related information
Most Popular
Datasheets.com Parts Search
185 million searchable parts
(please enter a part number or hit search to begin)
Browse the technical library
Our technical library houses over 4,000 high-quality sponsored white papers, application notes, reference guides, use cases—all organized by company.
Our technical library houses over 4,000 high-quality sponsored white papers, application notes, reference guides, use cases—all organized by company.

