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Fiber Inspection Microscopes

Microscopes for network maintenance, lab and manufacturing to inspect the end face of single and multi-fiber connectors for scratches, defects and contamination.

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MANTA series: handheld and benchtop use

Compact microscopes for endface inspection of all types of single and multi-fiber optical connectors, patch cords and bulkhead, including but not limited to: MT, MPO, SN-MT, MMC, ELSFP, LC, FC, SC, CS®, SN®, MDC, E2000™, MXC, PRIZM, QSFP, ARINC, MIL-38999, ODC®, Q-ODC®, SMA, High-power SMA, Avim, mini-Avim and more.

Fiber inspection microscope Manta HM

Manta HM

For applications where small defects matter.
Only one shot required to check a multi-fiber endface.

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Fiber inspection microscope Manta W+

Manta W+

The easiest and fastest MPO inspection.
Only one shot required to check a multi-fiber endface.

Fiber inspection microscope SMX-Manta

Manta C

Single-fiber inspection with broader area covered. Ideal for large fibers and large cores.
MPO inspection in two steps as a bonus.

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Compatibility with Android added to Manta HM to provide for field portability. Learn more

Standalone Probes

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SMX-A1 Standalone Probe
SMX-A1 and
SMX-A1-WiFi

All-in-one probe for checking the end face clarity of single and multi-fiber optic connectors. Designed to offer exceptional detail of the image as well as convenience for on-site inspections in data centers, FTTA, and other field uses. Includes a built-in 4.3'' TFT display with a capacitive touch panel for autonomous inspection. Available in two versions: SMX-A1-WiFi with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity and SMX-A1 without wireless connectivity.

Robotic Microscope

NEW
Glide MT Robotic microscope
Glide MT

Robotic microscope for automated inspection of MIL-DTL-38999 connectors. Multiple MT end faces and termini are scanned in a programmed sequence.
Non-contact inspection for scratches, defects and contamination.
Made for production and field maintenance.

Benchtop Microscope

Polaris X Benchtop Microscope
Polaris X

High-end fiber microscope for detailed inspection of single fiber and multi-fiber ferrules and patch cords, such as SC, FC, ST, LC, MU, MT, MTP®/MPO, as well as objects requiring longer working distance like ODC connectors or MPO cassettes.
High-resolution desktop unit.
Fully automated MPO endface inspection.

Discontinued models:

Scopio B - Digital inspection probe for field use. Designed for visualization and analysis of single-fiber end faces.

Scopio A - Analog inspection probe for a simple visual check. Provided with 3.5" TFT display.

Manta+v2 – Portable microscope for single fiber inspections and MPO inspection in two steps. Replaced with Manta C.

Polaris – Benchtop microscope for detailed inspection of single fiber and multi-fiber ferrules and patch cords. Replaced with Polaris X.

Comparison Chart

  Polaris X Manta HM Manta W+ Manta C Glide MT SMX-A1
Primarily designed for inspection of: single fiber and multi-fiber connectors single fiber, multi-fiber and SMA connectors single fiber, multi-fiber and SMA connectors single fiber and SMA connectors MIL-DTL-38999 connectors and similar single fiber, multi-fiber and SMA connectors
Type: Benchtop Handheld and benchtop Handheld and benchtop Handheld and benchtop Handheld and benchtop Handheld
Field of view: 0.76 × 0.43 mm 4.2 × 2.8 mm 4.1 × 3.0 mm 2.26 × 1.27 mm 4.2 × 2.8 mm 4.2 × 2.8 mm
Defect size detection: 0.2 µm 0.5 µm 0.75 µm 0.75 µm 0.5 µm 0.5 µm
Optical resolution: 0.63 µm 1.5 µm 1.8 µm 1.8 µm 1.6 µm 1.6 µm
Price level:
Magnification: 0.2 µm/px 0.75 µm/px 1.01 µm/px 0.59 µm/px 0.75 µm/px 0.75 µm/px
Focus: autofocus/manual autofocus/manual autofocus/manual autofocus/manual autofocus autofocus
Camera type: digital, USB 3.0 digital, USB 3.0 digital, USB 3.0 digital, USB 3.0 digital, USB 3.0 digital, USB 3.0
Power source: AC adapter USB 3.0 Port of PC USB 3.0 Port of PC USB 3.0 Port of PC AC adapter Lithium-ion 5800 mAh battery
Cable: USB 3.0 USB 3.0, detachable USB 3.0, detachable USB 3.0, detachable USB 3.0, detachable USB type-C for charging
Compatible with: desktop PC, laptop desktop PC, laptop, tablet, Android phone* desktop PC, laptop, tablet desktop PC, laptop, tablet desktop PC, laptop, tablet built-in 4.3'' TFT Display
Can be combined with polarity check: no yes yes no no no
Dimensions (H × W × L): 129 × 173 × 259 mm (5.08 × 6.81 × 10.2 inches) 77 × 36 × 249 mm (3 × 1.4 × 9.8 inches) 77 × 28 × 249 mm (3 × 1.1 × 9.8 inches) 77 × 28 × 249 mm (3 × 1.1 × 9.8 inches) 101 × 89 × 266 mm (3.98 × 3.5 × 10.47 inches) 305 × 68 × 74 mm (12 × 2.68 × 2.91 inches)
Weight: 5.2 kg (11.46 lbs) 491 g (1.08 lbs) 491 g (1.08 lbs) 491 g (1.08 lbs) 1.35 kg (2.98 lbs) 730 g (1.609 lbs)

* Currently - Google Pixel 5a or higher

Cleaning Tools

Cleaning Tools from NTT

Sumix now offers optical connector cleaning tools together with microscopes to cover all your inspection and cleaning needs.

Polarity, Continuity and Fiber Sequence Verification

Polarity, Continuity and Endface Inspection Solution for MPO patch cords

Complete the end face inspection with polarity validation.

Easily check polarity of MPO, MT and SN-MT® cables with
MAX-Quantum and MAX-QM-H interferometers or
Manta HM and Manta W+ microscopes
by adding compact MPO Verifier and SN-MT Verifier modules to your system.

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