Fitel S178A Fusion Splicer and Cleaver

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Description

Fully automatic precision core alignment fusion splicer for many variants of fibre including singlemode and multimode. Bundled with Fitel S326 precision cleaver. In demanding applications will also offer cladding alignment (as opposed to core alignment). Illumination lamp lights up the v-grooves for better clarity in low light conditions. Altitude sensors operate up to 5000m which adjust arc time and intensity as required. Supplied with 10mm tight fibre holder and additionally 250um and 900um holders that are interchangeable with the S326 cleaver, alleviating need to precisely realign fibres once cleaved.

* Splice time typically 7s
* Typical splice loss: SM: 0.02 dB, MM: 0.01 dB, DSF: 0.04 dB, NZD: 0.04 dB
* 304x and 608x magnification
* Data memory for last 2000 splices with visuals of last 100
* Automatic post-splice tension test (1.96N).
* Built-in heater for applying splice protectors.
* Temperature range -10 to 50°C
* Dual battery (up to 200 splices & heatings) or AC power
* Cleave length fixed at 10mm or adjustable to 3-20mm.
* 250um and 900um clamps interchangeable with S178A splicer.
* Integrated sharps bin.

Specifications

Applicable Fibers SM, MM, DSF, NZD, EDF, BIF/UBIF
Applicable Sleeves 20/40/60 mm
Cladding Diameter 80~150 µm
Coating Diameter 100~1,000 µm
Splice time 7-9 seconds

Delivery and Returns

Deliveries

Delivery costs vary based on weight, size, and distance, with additional fees for urgent or remote deliveries. Freight times are beyond TechRentals' control. TechRentals has locations in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Singapore offering rentals and purchases, please reach out to specific region for delivery inquiries.

 

Returns

Equipment can be returned the day after use, but fees may apply for returns after 9am. To avoid additional charges, it’s recommended to return equipment before 9am. Returns can be made by dropping off the equipment to our Penrose, Auckland location, or sending it back via courier (return courier tickets are included if you received the equipment by courier).

 

For more information, please refer to our terms and conditions.