Article written by Mario Bautista Sales & Tech Support Manager for Latin America of VeEX Inc.In the past, fiber optic connector inspection required not only a good Fibroscope (fiber optic microscope), but also eye/hand dexterity and knowledge on the part of the user.This resulted in inconsistent results, subjectivity in interpretation, or the need for further analysis on PCs based on the criteria established by IEC 61300-3-35 Sect 5.4.Today, VeEX, represented by Ayscom, has made this task much easier, faster and more consistent with the introduction of its novel autofocus detection technology.This converts any common Digital Fiberscope, such as the DI-1000, into semi-automatic fiber optic connector inspection systems.All with the support of the TX300S, FX300, RXT-1200 or SunLite OTDR test sets.In exchange for adding the additional complexity, fragility, cost, size, and weight of other electromechanical focusing systems currently on the market, VeEX's fiber optic connector inspection autofocus technology relies on manual fine motor skills, but leaves he assured the focus, image capture and analysis to the test team.The user can even operate the instrument with their eyes closed and still achieve a perfectly focused image of the connector face in seconds.Furthermore, users remain in control of non-trivial scenarios that require human skill and ingenuity.Dirty or scratched connectors introduce signal loss, increase ORL, and/or damage other connectors (loss becomes more critical at higher data rates).Faceplate contamination is the leading cause of fiber link failures in data centers, corporate networks, MSOs, and telecommunications environments.Fiber Optic Inspection Probes for fiber optic connector inspection provide a magnified image of the connector face, focusing on contact areas (prone to loss or mating damage).Imaging, visual inspection and automated tools are frequently used to qualify the health and cleanliness of connectors, after cleaning or polishing and before use.At VeEx we have one of the best probes currently on the market, the DI-1000 fiber inspection probe, which, with an ergonomic design, incorporates a native USB 2.0 connector (it does not require adapters, nor does it degrade the image), it is compatible with current UX400, TX300S, FX300, RXT-1200, and SunLite OTDRs and features a precise and stable focus knob for one-handed operation.In addition, it emits a blue light source for better contrast with 400X magnification and interchangeable connectors with availability of the most common connectors on the market (FC, SC, LC, ST, MTP, E2000, including PC, APC, angled tips of 60°, among others).In contrast to the permanent or semi-permanent connections frequently found in network environments, frequently used test equipment and its optical cables that connect to multiple devices on a daily basis increase the chances of doing or receiving damage.Extra care must be taken, not only to avoid potentially costly harm, but to ensure that any tests and their results remain valid.Poor fiber or dirty and/or damaged connectors can cause false anomalies, defects or errors and even costly repairs.Now you can use our free SERVICE to quickly contact companies that rent splicers, certifiers, OTDRs, cutters... Click on this link.Use this QR code to install the app on your iPhoneUse this QR code to install the app on Android