Test and Inspection
FlowScout OLS8
Optical light source
Illuminate your network and report in real-time.
Welcome to your smart optical light source.
With the OLS8 in your toolkit, network test, set-up and management can happen faster, with greater confidence.
AFL’s FlowScout OLS8 optical light source represents the next generation of smart optical light sources. Built on the legacy of AFL/Noyes series optical light sources, the FlowScout OLS8 provides a stable and accurate light source for use in enterprise LAN, data centre, PON, and broadband networks.
With a simple-to-use colour touchscreen interface, engineers can quickly set-up, test, validate, and document installed fibre networks, as well as perform troubleshooting as needed.
Its Wave ID delivers reduced test time and errors. In the Wave ID mode, the FlowScout OLS8 encodes each wavelength with a unique Wave ID code. When used with a Wave ID capable power meter, such as OPM8, the pair can test up to three wavelengths to simultaneously reduce test time and eliminate wavelength-setting errors. The light source also offers CW mode (continuous output – no encoding) and supports test tone generation (270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2kHz) to assist in troubleshooting.
The OLS8’s flexible reporting provides valuable networks insights. When used in conjunction with AFL’s FlowScout OPM8 power meter, test results may be transferred to a PC running FlexReports PC software.
Applications
- Enterprise LAN and Data Center fibre networks
- FTTH PON networks
- High power broadband and DWDM systems testing
- Multi-mode and single-mode fibre networks
Models
There are three OLS8 models:
- OLS8-SM Dual
- OLS8 Quad
- OLS8-SM XGS
All models include protective rubber boot, SC/UPC adapter, rechargeable Li-Pol battery, carry case and data + power cord. Test jumpers and connector adapters are required for operation (purchased separately).
Field-replaceable output adaptor
Field-replaceable output adapters enable access for inspection and cleaning of optical ports and supports multiple connector styles.
Clear test parameter setup
Intuitive, quick, and simple set-up for seamless testing, validation, and reporting.
Large colour display
Large colour touchscreen, visible in direct sun¬light, displays a simple to use user experience with icon-driven user interface.
Durable design for field use
Th OLS8 is built to work wherever you need it – it’s rugged, dependable, and backed by industry-best five-year warranty.
Technical specification
FlowScout OLS8
Optical light source
WAVELENGTH
OLS8-QUAD (MM optical port): 850 ±30nm, 1300 ±20nm
OLS8-QUAD (SM optical port): 1310 ±20nm, 1550 ±20nm
OLS8-SM (single port): 1310 ±20nm, 1550 ±20nm
OLS8-XGS (single port): 1310 ±20nm, 1550 ±20nm, 1490 ±20nm
SPECTRAL WIDTH
OLS8-QUAD: 45nm (typ.) at 850 ±30nm wavelength, 120nm (typ.) at 1300 ±20nm wavelength
All other models: 5nm (max) at their operating wavelengths
EMITTER TYPE
OLS8-QUAD: LED
All other models: laser
SAFETY CLASS
Class I FDA 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11, IEC 60825-1: 2007-03
OUTPUT POWER
OLS8-QUAD: >-20dBm, 50μm multi-mode
All other models: -1dBm, 9μm single-mode
OUTPUT STABILITY
OLS8-QUAD: ±0.1dB over 8 hours (after 5 minutes warm-up)
All other models: ±0.05dB over 1 hour (after 15 minutes warm-up), ±0.1dB over 8 hours (after 15 minutes warm-up)
TONE OUTPUT
270Hz, 330Hz, 1kHz, 2kHz
WAVE ID
Automatically detects and measures power & loss at one or more wavelengths using any AFL Wave ID source.
AVAILABLE ADAPTORS
SC, FC, ST, LC
POWER
120/240 VAC input; 5VDC at 2A output to USB-C
BATTERY
User replaceable Li-Pol; IEC 62133-2:2017 and UN38.3 certified
OPERATING TIME (TYPICAL) [1]
10 hours continuous use
RECHARGE TIME [2]
≤3 hours
DATA INTERFACES
USB-C
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
-10°C to 50°C, 95% RH (non-condensing)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE
-30°C to +60°C, 95% RH (non-condensing)
IP RATING
IP54
SHOCK & VIBRATION
Withstands 1m drop test on all six sides
DATA STORAGE
Non-volatile memory for field-updateable software and results storage
DISPLAY
3.5-inch colour backlit LCD; capacitive touchscreen; 320 x 480 pixels
SIZE
14cm [H] x 8.1cm [W] x 3.3cm [D]
WEIGHT
≤290g
CALIBRATION
N.I.S.T. traceable; ≥ 3 years between required re-calibration
WARRANTY
5 years
CALIBRATION
N.I.S.T. traceable; ≥3 years between required re-calibration
WARRANTY
5 years
NOTES
All specifications valid at 25°C unless otherwise specified. All OLS models are equipped with SC/UPC port as standard. [1] Operating conditions: 60 tests in 20 minutes, then auto-off; repeat each hour. Display backlight at minimum brightness. [2] Charging time data is provided for USB-C 2A charger supported Power Delivery 3.0.
