FiberChek Sidewinder

Description

FiberChek Sidewinder –
The FiberChek Sidewinder is the industry’s first fully automated MPO (multi-fiber push-on) connector inspection microscope. Designed by VIAVI, this handheld tool inspects and certifies every fiber in an MPO connector at once — with no need to manipulate the cable. It delivers fast, reliable, and standards-compliant end-face analysis for high-density fiber networks in data centers, telecom, and enterprise environments.

🔹 Key Features

✅ One-Pass MPO Inspection – Automatically scans all 8, 12, or 24 fibers in a single test.
✅ Fully Automated Analysis – Auto-focus, auto-centering, and pass/fail results within seconds.
✅ Built-In Touchscreen Display – View live images and results directly on the device.
✅ Standards-Based Testing – IEC 61300-3-35 compliant for consistent fiber quality certification.
✅ Compact & Portable – Lightweight design for easy field or rack-side operation.
✅ Flexible Connector Support – Works with MPO, MTP, APC, UPC, and other multi-fiber formats.

🔹 Applications

📡 High-Density Data Centers – Certify MPO trunks and patch panels with speed and accuracy.
🏢 Enterprise Networks – Ensure proper connector cleanliness in structured cabling environments.
📶 5G and FTTH Rollouts – Verify MPO connectivity in high-speed backbone networks.
🔧 Cable Manufacturers & Assemblers – Quality check MPO assemblies during production.
🧪 Lab & R&D – Research and test new fiber solutions with multi-fiber verification.

🔹 Key Benefits

🔸 Eliminates Manual Fiber Navigation – Reduces inspection time and technician effort.
🔸 Boosts Network Reliability – Identifies contaminants that cause signal loss or degradation.
🔸 Field-Ready Tool – Integrated screen and software mean no external devices are required.
🔸 Comprehensive Reports – Save images and generate test documentation instantly.
🔸 Training-Friendly – Ideal for technician education in high-speed fiber handling.

🔹 Technical Specifications (Example)

• Fiber Count: MPO 8, 12, 16, 24

• Fiber Type: Singlemode, Multimode (UPC/APC)

• Display: 3.5″ color touchscreen

• Analysis: Auto pass/fail per IEC 61300-3-35

• Interface: USB, WiFi

• Storage: Onboard image capture and reporting

• Battery: Rechargeable, 6–8 hours runtime

• Weight: Approx. 0.7 – 1.0 kg