Fujikura offers CT-105+ series cleavers, upgraded FSM-100 splicer in Europe
Fujikura now offers the CT-105+ range of specialty cleavers and an upgraded version of the FSM-100 splicer in Europe. The enhancements to the latter include a new method of fiber alignment.
The CT-105+ series cleavers offer a new clamping function that automatically detects the optimal clamping force, which improves cleave angles according to the company. The approach can enable a 75% reduction in clamp force as well as a 90% reduction in the consumption of fiber versus the previous CT-105 cleavers, Fujitsu adds.
Fujitsu adds that it has improved the blade material to improve the blade’s lifespan. The cleavers also include a micrometer backstop designed to improve cleave quality and the ability to angle cleave from 0 to 15 degrees. Customers also can choose to add a fiber holder adapter that enables the fiber to be transferred from the cleaver to the fusion splicer smoothly without removing it from the fiber holder system. Overall, Fujitsu says the CT-105+ range of cleavers reduces cleave time and improves efficiency.
Meanwhile, the firmware update for the improved FSM-100P/P+ series of splicers includes the new IPA2 (Interrelation Profile Alignment) fiber alignment method. IPA2 enables noise-reduced profile data to enable users to distinguish small differences in fiber structure. The enhancements should prove particularly useful to technicians who must align fibers that are less common or more difficult to align with existing methods, such as elliptical-core fiber, multicore fiber, and octagonal fiber, Fujitsu says.
“Our R&D teams are constantly working to improve the tools available, to speed up the process, make it easier to do an excellent job, and ensure maximum efficiency,” commented Neil Bessant, Fujikura Europe fusion splicer divisional manager. “Every sale also comes with an industry-leading aftercare package of support to ensure the best experience for customers and that they are getting the fastest ROI.”
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