Fiber cable preparation, splicing, and termination. It provides a toolbox of general strategies and specific techniques. Vevor fusion splicer 5inch led fiber optic splicing. This book is an uptodate treatment of optical fiber fusion splicing incorporating all the recent innovations in the field. In this video tutorial you can learn in less than 5 minutes how to fusion splice two optical fibers using the promax fusion splicer model prolite40b and the included basic tools kit for cutting. This document provides instructions for the fiber cable technician to properly pe rform fiber cable preparations, routings, splicing, terminations and connections within the. Afl complements this with unmatched levels of service and support. The source of heat clarification needed is usually an electric arc, but can also be a. The ultimate goal of optical fiber fusion splicing is to create a joint with no optical loss yet with mechanical strength and longterm reliability that matches the fiber itself 1. The fusion splicer performs optical fiber fusion splicing in two steps. Since the filaments temperature can be continuously tuned over a wide range, users can splice fibers that range from standard, singlemode fiber to. Fusion splicing is the most widely used method of splicing as it provides for the lowest loss and least reflectance, as well as providing the strongest and most reliable joint between two fibers.
The technique uses a heated tungsten or graphite filament to supply the thermal input necessary for fiber fusion. Whilst serving as a selfcontained reference work, abundant citations from the technical literature will enable readers to readily locate primary sources. Mechanical splicing is the process of precisely aligning two fiber optics together using an alignment device and index matching gel that has a similar refractive index and covers the possible air gaps, helping light travel from one fiber to another with minimal loss and little back reflection. Its mission was to provide training that covered fiber optic theory, handson skills testing assessments, and a practical exam which would test a students ability to comprehend and problem solve practical applications he or she would encounter in the field.
The fusion splicer is compact in size, lightweight, and is ideal to work just about anywhere, including outdoor environments and remote worksites. It represents the knowledge gained from over 25 years experience in fiber. In lesson 1 you should have familiarized yourself with the safety. Toddler discipline without shame e book free convexity oxford science publications chm download songcatchers.
This is required so that nearly all the light is coupled from one fiberoptic cable across a junction to the other fiberoptic cable. Our patented filament fusion is a quick, consistent splicing method that preserves a fibers inherent strength and properties. Associate fundamental concepts related to light optical transmission principles optical source operation get to know the fiber optic cables fiber optic cables fusion using the otdr to verify the installation fiber optic cable junctions measure the insertion loss with optical power meter. Audiobook optical fiber fusion splicing springer series. Apr 10, 2020 the expresswire optical fiber fusion splicer market 2020 research report is a professional and indepth study on the current state of the. Widely used in the construction, inspection, maintenance of. Precisely align the two fibers generate a small electric arc to melt the fibers and weld them together high precision fusion. By improving the conventional electricarc fusion method, we have realized the splicing between two kinds of microsturctured optical fibers and standard single mode fiber with low splice losses. Furthermore, we released a core alignment fusion splicer capable of splicing single mode fibers that have large core offset with low splicing loss in 1985. Fiber optical fusion splicing tutorial fs community. Core alignment fiber optic fusion splicers from fibertronics.
The goal is to fuse the two fibers together in such a way that light passing through the fibers is not scattered or reflected back by the splice, and so that the splice and the region surrounding it are almost as strong as the intact fiber. If you have any questions about this machine then you can do me a comment in. Optical fiber fusion splicing edition 1 by andrew d. Although mechanical splicing and fusion splicing both accomplish the same thingjoining two fibers together to enable optical signals to pass through from one fiber to the others, they have great differences that contractors need to weigh when considering which one is the right choice. All offer high magnification and dependable accuracy, these products are perfect for onsite deployment, outside plant osp, and fiber to the subscriber fttx splicing. Fusion splicer, speedwolf core alignment portable 3. Mass fusion splicing or ribbon splicing uses fusion splicing techniques on a dozen fibers or more at one time. Our experienced team of project managers, sales representatives and product developers are standing by to help you with your next fiber optic or networking project. The two main splicing techniques in use are mechanical and fusion splicing. The process of fusion splicing normally involves using localized heat to melt or fuse the ends of two optical fibers together.
It specifically addresses considerations important for fusion splicing of contemporary specialty fibers including dispersion. Fusion splicing is the act of joining two optical fibers endtoend. Fujikura is the worlds bestselling brand of fusion splicers, known for their ruggedness and reliability. Fiber optic joints or terminations are made two ways. This fiber optic basic training guide has been designed to get you started and keep you up to date.
Optical fiber fusion splicing usually takes a little less time than previous steps cable punch down, splice closure odf preparation, and fiber preparation. Fusion splicing welds fibers together in an electrical arc. The fiber optic fusion splicing process is basically the same for all automatic splicing machines. Optical fiber fusion splicing springer series in optical. Optical fibers are used most often as a means to transmit light between the two ends of the fiber and find wide usage in fiber optic communications, where they permit transmission over longer distances and at higher bandwidths data rates than electrical. Fusion splicing fusion splicing is the process of fusing or welding two fibers together usually by an electric arc. The workshop will particularly address the following issues. Arc fusion splicers can splice single fibers or 12 and 24fibercount ribbon fibers at the same time.
The foa reference for fiber optics fusion splicing. Fusion splicing is the process of applying heat to fuse together optical fibers, which minimizes insertion loss and back reflections in the fused component. Read now book 3540231048 free audiobook optical fiber fusion splicing springer series in optical sciences download epub. How to do a mechanical splicing steps and tips beyondtech. Optical fiber splicing machine unboxing easy technique. Ideal fiber optic basic training guide interested in learning about fiber optics. Want to see whats the latest in technology, components and applications. An optical fiber is a flexible, transparent fiber made by drawing glass or plastic to a diameter slightly thicker than that of a human hair. In search of the worlds music e book free basic electricity. The fiber school was established by the president of the fiber optic marketplace, llc christopher labonge. Optical fiber fusion splicer types fusion splicing.
The fiber school fiber optic training and certifcation. The small size of the fusion splice and the development of. Hello friends, in this video i have unboxed the optical fiber machine. As a wholly owned subsidiary of fujikura, afl is the exclusive supplier of fujikura fusion splicer products in north america. New fusionsplicing techniques have replaced the nichrome wire with carbon dioxide co 2 lasers, electric arcs, or gas flames to heat the fiber ends, causing them to fuse together. Special equipment called fusion splicer is used to perform the fiber fusion splicing. Finally, it discusses the future of optical fiber fusion splicing including silica and nonsilica based optical fibers as well as the trend toward increasing automation. The fiber ends are prepared, cleaved, and placed in alignment fixtures on the fusion splicer. As we said above, fusion splicer is the machine used to weld fuse two optical fibers together.
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