Description
Splicer V-Groove Cleaning Kit
Today’s splicing equipment is fast, efficient, and requires minimal maintenance due to advances in splicing technology. However, contamination in the v-groove of the splicer is still a primary source of trouble for the splicing technician. This is especially problematic when splicing with a fixed v-groove fusion splicer.
Environmental contamination, such as dust, dirt, and fiber coating debris, as well as the silica deposits generated during the fusion process eventually find their way to the surface of the v-groove. This contamination will offset the fibers and degrade performance. To help control this problem, a disciplined cleaning regimen and specific tooling is required to ensure the splice is right the first time.
To solve cleaning needs, use the Splicer V-Groove Cleaning Kit. This product integrates eight components into an affordable and effective inspection and cleaning solution for any fusion splicer. Small and lightweight, it can be carried separately in its own carrying case.
Applications
- Remove environmental contamination from the v-groove of the splicer (dust, dirt, fiber coating debris, and silica deposits)
- Maintains performance and ensures fiber alignment
- Proper v-groove cleaning regimen ensures the splice is right the first time
Fiber Optic Cleaning
Improper cleaning is the top cause for network failures. The tolerance to dirt or contamination on the ends of the ferrules of a connector is near zero. Network operators claim that 15-50% of all network problems can be traced to dirty connectors causing connection problems.
Mitigate the risk of fiber optic contamination with fiber optic cleaners, fiber cleaning pens, and cleaning wipes. These handy fiber cleaners can remove contaminants like: dust, dirt, oils, film residue, and solvent coating.
Airborne dirt particles are about the size of the core of SM fiber and are usually silica based - they may scratch PC connectors if not removed! Patch panels have mating adapters that can become contaminated if left open to the air or scrape off foreign particles under repeated usage. We recommend you always keep dust caps on connectors, bulkhead splices, patch panels or anything else that is going to have a connection made with it.
Features
Features
- Scrubber Brush with stiff tapered nylon bristles
- Sweeper Brush with soft nylon bristles
- Eye Loupe with 3X to 12X magnification
- FCC2 Cleaning Fluid that is non-flammable and environmentally safe
Specifications
Kit Includes
- Scrubber Brush with stiff tapered nylon bristles
- Sweeper Brush with soft nylon bristles
- Eye Loupe with 3x to 12x magnification
- LED Pen Light with momentary or constant on switching
- Cleaning Fluid that is non-flammable and environmentally safe
- Lint-Free Cotton Swabs
- Instruction Sheet with illustrations
- Canvas Carrying Case