Precision Fiber End-Face Inspection & Interferometry Solutions
Fiber Optical Test delivers advanced inspection and interferometry systems that detect, analyze, and validate the cleanliness and geometry of fiber end-faces with microscopic precision.
Overview
Fiber End-Face Inspection and Interferometry are essential practices in maintaining high-performance fiber optic networks. Contamination and poor geometry on fiber connectors are leading causes of signal loss and network failure. Fiber Optical Test delivers advanced inspection and interferometry systems that detect, analyze, and validate the cleanliness and geometry of fiber end-faces with microscopic precision. These systems help prevent costly rework and ensure compliance with international standards. As a trusted B2B leader in North America, Fiber Optical Test supports telecom operators, data centers, OEMs, and government agencies with solutions engineered for accuracy and usability. Headquartered in Grand Chute, WI, we combine cutting-edge research, continuous product development, and a strict quality assurance process to deliver dependable and innovative testing systems that help customers minimize downtime and optimize their operations with confidence.
Core Components of Optical Time-Domain Reflectometry
Hardware
- Digital Video Microscopes
Product Category: NB-IoT End Devices – Handheld or benchtop units for fiber inspection across single-mode and multi-mode connectors. - 3D Interferometers
Product Category: Optical & Imaging Sensors – High-resolution systems that map fiber end geometry with nanometer accuracy. - Autofocus Cameras & Illumination Modules
Product Category: Zigbee Gateways/Hubs – Precision alignment and lighting systems for defect visibility and auto-centering. - USB Modules and Probe Interfaces
Product Category: Device Edge (Edge Computing) – Field-portable interfaces for PC, tablet, or cloud-based inspection tools.
Software
- Auto-analysis algorithms for IEC/IPC pass/fail criteria
- 3D geometry measurement (radius, apex offset, fiber height)
- Report generation with timestamped traceability
- AI-assisted debris classification
Cloud Services
- Centralized inspection record storage
- Multi-site access for fleet or enterprise visibility
- Workflow tracking and compliance dashboards
- API-based integration with asset management systems
Key Features and Functionalities
Integrations and Compatibility
- Compatible with SC, LC, ST, MPO, and other connector types
- Integration-ready with LIMS, NMS, and production workflows
- Works with fiber cleaning tools, inspection probe arms, and robotic testers
- Synchronizes with calibration, quality, and traceability systems
Applications
- Field and factory fiber installation QA
- Fiber optic assembly and OEM production
- Pre-deployment verification and troubleshooting
- Aerospace, defense, and high-reliability environments
- R&D labs and product development teams
Relevant U.S. & Canadian Industry Standards and Regulations
- IEC 61300-3-35
- IPC-8497-1
- ANSI/TIA-568.3-D
- GR-326-CORE
- CSA T530-16
- < 1 µm detection accuracy
- IEC 61300-3-35 pass/fail inspection automation
- Live image overlay and real-time defect tagging
- Interferometry for geometry validation (core dip, ROC, apex offset)
- One-click auto-focus and connector type recognition
- Cross-platform compatibility (Windows, Android, Web)
Benefits
- Reduces insertion loss and return loss failures
- Ensures clean installations with validated compliance
- Speeds up troubleshooting by isolating physical contamination
- Avoids costly repairs or rework due to overlooked defects
- Enhances long-term network reliability and SLA adherence
Industries We Serve
- Telecommunications
- Data centers and cloud infrastructure
- Aerospace and defense
- Optical component manufacturing
- Government and military
Case Studies
Tier 1 Telecom Fiber Audit – Chicago, IL
A leading telecom carrier partnered with Fiber Optical Test to inspect and validate over 15,000 fiber ports across legacy and new deployments. Our automated inspection systems helped reduce manual inspection time by 65%, while achieving full compliance with IEC 61300 standards.
Optical Component Manufacturer – Phoenix, AZ
A fiber optic OEM integrated our interferometry systems into their production line to validate connector polish geometry. This transition increased yield accuracy by 40% and shortened QA cycle time by over 50%.
Canadian Government Defense Facility – Ottawa, ON
Fiber Optical Test supplied interferometric and digital inspection systems to a Canadian defense research facility. The deployment ensured compliance with high-reliability mission-critical standards, improving the reliability of secure fiber networks used in command and control systems.
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