{"product_id":"exfo-otdr-swap-out-connector-gp-3207-gp-3208-sc-fc-apc-upc","title":"EXFO OTDR Swap-Out Connector – GP-3207 \/ GP-3208 SC or FC, APC or UPC for MAX-730D MAX-715D","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEXFO OTDR Swap-Out Connector – GP-3207 \/ GP-3208 – SC or FC, APC or UPC – For EXFO MaxTester 700D OTDR series, including MAX-730D and MAX-715D, FTB-720D \u0026amp; 730D\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEXFO GP-3207\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eGP-3208\u003c\/strong\u003e are OEM \u003cstrong\u003eSwap-Out Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003cstrong\u003eEXFO MaxTester 700D OTDR series\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the MAX-730D and MAX-715D. Unlike traditional fixed OTDR optical ports, the MaxTester 700D’s Swap-Out connector system allows field technicians to \u003cstrong\u003ereplace the OTDR’s optical connector directly in the field\u003c\/strong\u003e — without sending the unit to a service centre — in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantage\u003c\/strong\u003e: the Swap-Out connector design enables iOLM support for both APC and UPC optical connectors. The internal connector is always APC, and always iOLM-compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e: UPC Swap-Out connectors will need to be replaced more often than APC Swap-Out connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOX1 Click-Out connectors are NOT compatible with OTDRs. 700D OTDR Swap-Out connectors are NOT compatible with OX1.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in four configurations: \u003cstrong\u003eSC\/APC, SC\/UPC, FC\/APC, and FC\/UPC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Numbers \u0026amp; Connector Configurations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePolish Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGP-3207\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPC (8° angled) or UPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGP-3208\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPC (8° angled) or UPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease select the correct connector type (SC or FC) and polish type (APC or UPC) to match your fiber network when ordering. If unsure, contact us before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible EXFO OTDR Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEXFO 700D Series OTDRs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMAX-715D, MAX-720D, MAX-730D, FTB-720D, FTB-730D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Swap-Out Connector system is specific to the EXFO MaxTester 700D series. It is not compatible with older MAX-715B, MAX-720B, or FTB-series OTDRs, which use the EUI-series adapter system.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField-Replaceable Without Service Centre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replace the optical connector directly in the field in seconds — no tools, no service centre, no downtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEXFO OEM Part (GP-3207 \/ GP-3208):\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine specified replacement connector — ensures correct optical alignment, insertion loss, and return loss performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnboard Connector Health Diagnostic:\u003c\/strong\u003e The MaxTester 700D includes an onboard diagnostic tool that checks the connector’s condition and alerts the technician only when replacement is actually needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Connector Configurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e SC\/APC, SC\/UPC, FC\/APC, and FC\/UPC — covering the most common connector types in FTTH, PON, telecom OSP, and enterprise fiber networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintains Optimal OTDR Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacing with a new Swap-Out connector restores the OTDR’s specified dead zone and dynamic range performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Easy to Carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carry a spare Swap-Out connector in your OTDR case to replace a damaged connector immediately on site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is an EXFO Swap-Out Connector and How Does It Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the OTDR’s onboard \u003cstrong\u003econnector health diagnostic\u003c\/strong\u003e to confirm replacement is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwist and remove\u003c\/strong\u003e the worn Swap-Out connector from the OTDR port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap in the new\u003c\/strong\u003e GP-3207 (SC) or GP-3208 (FC) Swap-Out connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe OTDR is immediately ready for use — no calibration or service required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAPC vs. UPC: Which Connector Polish Do You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePolish Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnd-Face Angle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Return Loss\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8° angled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;60dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFTTH \/ PON networks, CATV, long-haul telecom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0° flat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;50dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnterprise fiber, data centers, telecom OSP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e APC and UPC connectors are \u003cstrong\u003enot interchangeable\u003c\/strong\u003e. Always match the Swap-Out connector polish type to your fiber network’s connector type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the EXFO Swap-Out Connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The EXFO Swap-Out Connector (GP-3207 for SC, GP-3208 for FC) is a field-replaceable optical connector module for the EXFO MaxTester 700D OTDR series (MAX-715D, MAX-730D). It allows technicians to replace the OTDR’s optical connector in the field in seconds, without sending the unit to a service centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between GP-3207 and GP-3208?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The \u003cstrong\u003eGP-3207\u003c\/strong\u003e is the SC connector version (available in APC or UPC), and the \u003cstrong\u003eGP-3208\u003c\/strong\u003e is the FC connector version (available in APC or UPC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which EXFO OTDR models are compatible with the Swap-Out Connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Swap-Out Connector system is designed for the \u003cstrong\u003eEXFO MaxTester 700D series: MAX-715D and MAX-730D\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is not compatible with older EXFO OTDR models such as the MAX-715B, MAX-720B, MAX-730, or FTB-series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Should I choose APC or UPC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Choose \u003cstrong\u003eAPC\u003c\/strong\u003e if your fiber network uses green SC\/APC or FC\/APC connectors — common in FTTH, PON, and CATV networks. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e if your network uses blue SC\/UPC or FC\/UPC connectors. APC and UPC connectors are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I replace the Swap-Out Connector myself in the field?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Simply twist off the worn connector and snap in the new one. No calibration required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know when to replace the Swap-Out Connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The EXFO MaxTester 700D includes an \u003cstrong\u003eonboard connector health diagnostic tool\u003c\/strong\u003e that alerts you when replacement is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many connectors come in one package?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Each package contains \u003cstrong\u003eone (1) Swap-Out Connector\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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