Free connector module bundle ($1600 value) included with your purchase.

The Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester v2 is the quickest and most convenient way to comprehensively test USB, MFi Lightning, and video cables. It provides:

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    • Short testing - Dynamic visualization of test results
    • Open testing - Dynamic visualization of test results
    • Continuity testing - Dynamic visualization of test results
    • DC resistance measurement for most wires, with milliohm precision on ground and power wires, ohm resolution on most other wires, continuity check only on high-speed data lines
    • Signal integrity testing of data lines to 12.8 Gbps per channel
    • E-Marker verification
    • Lightning plug bring up/function (Apple MFi Lightning Cables)*
    • Over-voltage protection (Apple MFi Lightning Cables)*
    • Voltage recovery testing (Apple MFi Lightning Cables)*
    • Quiescent current consumption (Apple MFi Lightning Cables)*

* Apple MFi membership required to run these tests

Combining blazing fast performance with a low cost per test and a rugged design, the Advanced Cable Tester v2 enables rapid spot-checking of cables, easy-to-understand reports, with 100% test coverage for lab and production environments at a fraction of the price, time, and labor versus other solutions.  Whether your application is 100% quality control in a factory or statistical process control in a laboratory, the Advanced Cable Tester v2 will provide high precision and accuracy with thorough test coverage, without expensive scopes, custom fixtures, or highly trained personnel, saving hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Continuity testing checks all pins for opens, shorts, and fundamentally correct wiring preventing dangerous situations like shorts of VBUS to data signals, VBUS/GND reversal, etc.

DC Resistance ("DCR") testing confirms that each power pin (VBUS and GND) is capable of carrying the required current to meet the applicable specification. For Type-C cables, each power pin is individually measured, then the cable as a whole is tested.  Pass/fail criteria ensure that the cable will meet the specification requirements, such as Type-C IR Drop.  If present, Type-C SBU and CC lines are also tested for DCR.

E-Marker testing reads the data from any present E-Marker, then validates the advertised data and power capabilities against the actual measured parameters of the cable. Additionally, fields such as Vendor ID, Product ID, Test ID, firmware and hardware versions can be set by the operator, for easy pass/fail determination of cables through a QA process.

Lightning testing ensures proper operation of the Lightning plug, including proper Lighting plug power-up, over-voltage, recovery, and quiescent current testing per the Apple MFi specification. 

A REST API is available for integration of the Advanced Cable Tester v2 into a larger test infrastructure. This integration can be very high-level: taking just a real-time pass/fail indication; or much more integrated: retrieving all details for custom processing, analysis, logging, etc.

 Passing eye diagram, 10Gbps USB Type C-C cable                 Failing eye diagram, 10Gbps USB Type C-C Cable

The Advanced Cable Tester supports testing a large variety of cables via a system of easily interchangeable modules.  Each module is rated for 10,000 tests, guaranteeing cost effective and accurate cable test results.

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    • USB Type-C to USB Type-C (Type-C 1.3, USB 3.2 and earlier specifications). Full-Featured and USB 2.0 Type-C cables are supported
    • USB Type-C to USB Standard-A (USB 3.2 and earlier version specifications)
    • USB Type-C to USB Micro-B (USB 3.2 and earlier version specifications)
    • USB Type C to USB Standard-B (USB 3.2 and earlier version specifications)
    • USB Standard-A to USB Micro-B (USB 3.2 and earlier version specifications)
    • USB Standard-A to USB Standard-B (USB 3.2 and earlier version specifications)

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    • MFi Lightning (USB 2.0) to USB Standard-A
    • MFi Lightning (USB 2.0) to USB Type-C

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    • HDMI Type A to HDMI Type A (HDMI 2.1 and earlier version specifications)
    • DisplayPort to DisplayPort (DisplayPort 1.4 and early version specifications)

The Data Sheet for the Advanced Cable Tester can be downloaded from this link.

The purchase of your Advanced Cable Tester v2 includes a one year limited warranty to protect against defects in materials and workmanship. Additional extended warranties may be purchased to ensure you stay current beyond the first year.

Key Features: 

• Continuity/Shorts/Opens testing
• DCR measurement for all wires except high-speed data lines
• DCR measurement for all power and ground pins for USB Type-C
• USB Type-C E-Marker verification for USB Type-C full-featured cables
• Lightning plug power-up/function (Apple MFi Lightning Cables)*
• Over-voltage protection (Apple MFi Lightning Cables)*
• Voltage recovery testing (Apple MFi Lightning Cables)*
• Quiescent current consumption (Apple MFi Lightning Cables)*
• Signal integrity testing of data lines at up to 12.8 Gbps per channel

* Apple MFi membership required to run these tests

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  • Compatible with most USB, Apple Lightning, and video cables
  • Fast testing optimized for production requirements
  • Real-time results
  • Results displayed on color screen for stand-alone operation — no PC required
  • Detailed measurements and eye diagrams available via web interface
  • Ideal for laboratory and manufacturing applications
  • Local storage of up to 1,000,000 test results
  • Personalizable test reports

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  • REST API accessible via USB or Ethernet port
  • Full control of all test profile parameters
  • Real-time pass/fail status
  • Retrieve detailed test reports, logs, and statistics
  • Upgrade for programming of E-Markers (future release)  

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  • Advanced Cable Tester v2
  • (1) AC Power Supply and Line Cord
  • (1) Connector Module Bundle
  • (1) 6 foot USB Standard-A to Micro-B cable
  • Advanced Cable Tester 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Software/documentation (downloadable from website):
    • Documentation
    • User Manual
    • Quick Start Guide
    • Datasheet