Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments (www.GAOInstruments.com) has released its handheld visible fault locator (GAO 811). This new visible red laser diode fault locator is designed to find faults in fiber jumpers, patch panels, enclosures, Connectors and couplers. The fault locator uses visible light to indicate the location of the fault be it from a macro bend point, break, problem coupler or connector, or a mechanical splice that is not well aligned.

GAO 811 handheld laser source remedies the usual limitation of the dead zone of an OTDR and detects fiber fault positions accurately. It is an ideal instrument for optical network installation and maintenance.

GAO’s Visible Fault Locator provides the following features:

1. Visible laser source

2. Perfect helper for OTDR

3. Suitable for SM, MM fiber

4. Adapters support different ports

5. Low voltage warning, automatic power off and energy-saving design

6. Small size, simple button operation

7. Tests fiber bend & break faults

For further information about this Visible Fault Locator, please visit www.GAOInstruments.com or contact Sales@GAOInstruments.com.

About GAO Instruments

GAO Instruments is a leading provider of telecom instruments testers, optical and electronic measurement instruments, and other electronic products that serve the needs of electronic professionals internationally.For more information please visit www.GAOInstruments.com.