Fusion Splicer Fujikura 90R12

Fujikura 90R12 is a mass fusion splicer capable of splicing up to 12-fiber ribbons. The 90R series is the first of its kind with an innovative user-replaceable V-groove assembly that can be quickly and easily fitted in the field to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

In previous mass fusion splicer models, the V-grooves could become dirty over time because they accumulated debris and glass deposits from splicing. That splicing debris could lead to fiber offsets and high losses if the V-grooves weren’t regularly cleaned, which added to the overall process time, so along with providing application versatility, our replaceable V-grooves make cleanliness issues a thing of the past. Spare-replaceable V-grooves are supplied as standard items in the 90R kit.

This V-groove design enables splicing of conventional type 12-fiber encapsulated ribbon and SWR (SpiderWeb Ribbon) while also accommodating 250 μm and 200 μm pitch fibers. The 90R12 can also splice single fibers if required.

The 90R’s overall working time has been significantly reduced compared to the previous model. This is achieved through a combination of improvements including the replaceable V-grooves, the reaction time of the automated wind protectors and automated heater, a 5-inch LCD touch screen, and Fujikura Active Blade Management Technology, which now can connect to two CT50 cleavers simultaneously.

Features

• Splicing time: 14-15 sec (SM FAST mode)
• Heat time: 13-15 sec (single 60 mm mode)
• Splice up to 12 fibers simultaneously
• Replaceable 200/250μm spacing V-groove
  • The 90R features an easily replaceable V-groove system, which allows customers to install and remove the V-groove very quickly. Almost all ribbon cables that have already been installed contain ribbons with fibers that have 250 μm coating and therefore a 250 μm fiber-to-fiber spacing. But with increasing cable densities, cable installations with 200 μm coated fibers at a 200 μm spacing is increasing. The 90R user can splice various types (and combination) of ribbon fiber by switching the V-groove spacing between 200 μm and 250 μm according to the type of optical fiber to be spliced.
• Minimizing the downtime on the field
  • Accumulation of dust and melted glass on the V-groove is one of the causes of high splice loss during fusion splicing. The 90R includes a spare set of 12 fiber V-grooves with electrodes installed and ready to splice as part of the standard package. These spare V-grooves are field replaceable, so user downtime is minimized. The electrodes are pre-stabilized, so electrode stabilization is not required.
• Universal Fiber Holder
  • The FH-70-12 fiber holder is compatible with many types of 12 fiber ribbons, such as 0.3 mm or 0.4 mm thick encapsulated ribbons and 200μm or 250μm coated Spider Web Ribbon (SWR). The 250 µm spacing V-grooves in the FH-70-12 fiber holder simplify SWR loading and ribbon preparation.
• Pitch Conversion Fiber Holder
  • The pitch conversion fiber holder, FH-70-12PC, enables pitch conversion of individual 200 µm coated fibers from a 200 µm to 250 µm spacing. It also enables many ribbons with 200 µm spacing to be converted to 250 µm spacing, so they can be loaded into the standard 90R 250 µm V-groove.
• Ribbonizing Tool
  • The RT-02 is a tool that enables quick and easy ribbonization of 12 individual fibers into a temporary ribbon which can be spliced using a 90R. No glue or adhesive is required when using this ribbonizing tool since the arranged fibers are immediately loaded into the fiber holder. The RT-02 doesn’t require the user to insert the fibers in the color code sequence, which is necessary with other ribbon arrangement tools. The user can choose any fiber at random and place it in the correct slot by referring to the color code label on the tool. The RT-02 is applicable to ribbonize both 200 µm and 250 µm coated fibers. It’s also capable of ribbonizing 200 µm coated fibers into a 250 µm spacing ribbon using the FH-70-12PC pitch conversion fiber holder.
• Carrying Case
  • There are multiple ways to utilize the 90R carrying case. The 90R is ready to use just by opening the case, but it is also possible to use the 90R on top of the carrying case or only with the work tray, depending on the work environment.
• Work Tray
  • The work tray has many functions. There are two drawers for storage, which are large enough to store tools or battery packs. Also, the work tray can be divided in two, so it is configurable to fit your work space.
• The 90R features Active Fusion Control Technology, which has two key components. This function enables stable fusion splicing with a wide variety of optical fibers and field conditions.
  1. Active Fusion control by Real-time. The 90R mass fusion splicer uses a wide electrode gap and heats the ribbon fibers uniformly. It features real-time fusion power control by analyzing the fiber’s brightness intensity during the splicing arc. Therefore, it can splice the fiber by appropriate fusion parameters. The 90R does not have active core alignment mechanisms, however, during the fusion, fiber surface tension effects minimize preexisting offsets.
  2. Active Fusion control by V-groove and fiber count. The 90R automatically determines the appropriate fusion splicing parameters according to the ribbon fiber count and the installed V-groove spacing.
• Active Blade Management Technology
  1. Active Blade rotation by motor. The 90R and CT50 fiber cleaver are provided with wireless data connectivity. This capability allows automatic cleaver blade rotation when the 90R judges the blade is worn. The 90R can be connected to two CT50 cleavers simultaneously.
  2. Active Blade life management. The 90R displays the remaining blade life and informs the user when a blade height change, position change, or new blade is required.
  3. Stripping Condition Control. When the user changes the splice mode, e.g. from 12 fiber ribbon splice mode to SWR fiber splice mode, a wireless command from the splicer automatically changes the ribbon stripper RS03 heating temperature and time.

Technical Specifications

User Manual

  Download Fujikura 90R12 user manual.

Package Contents

• Fusion Splicer Fujikura 90R12 — 1 pc.
  • Battery Pack (BTR-15) — 1 pc.
  • AC Adapter (ADC-20) — 1 pc.
  • AC Power Cord (ACC-14, 15, 16 or 17) — 1 pc.
  • USB Cable (USB-01) — 1 pc.
  • Fusion Splicer Strap (ST-02) — 1 pc.
  • Electrodes (on spare V-groove) (ELCT-16B) — 1 set
  • 12 fiber V-groove (spare) (VG12-01) — 1 pc.
  • Hexagonal Wrench (HEX-01) — 1 pc.
  • V-groove Cleaning Brus (VCB-01) — 1 pc.
  • Carrying Case (CC-39) — 1 pc.
  • Work Tray Left (WT-09L) — 1 pc.
  • Work Tray Right (WT-09R) — 1 pc.
  • Work Tray J-Plate (JP-09) — 1 pc.
  • Tripod Screw (TS-03) — 2 pcs.
  • Carrying Case Strap (ST-03) — 1 pc.
  • Alcohol Dispenser (AP-02) — 1 pc.
  • Quick Reference Guide (QRG-03-E, C or J) — 1 pc.
• Ribbon Fiber Stripper (RS03 or RS02) — 1 pc.
  • Battery Pack (RS03 only, BTR-12A) — 1 pc.
  • AC Adapter (ADC-09A) — 1 pc.
  • AC Power Cord (ACC-08, 09, 10, 11 or 12) — 1 pc.
  • Blade Cleaning Brush (BRS-02) — 1 pc.
  • Hexagonal Wrench (HEX-01) — 1 pc.
• Single Fiber Stripper (SS03 or SS01) — 1 pc.
• Optical Fiber Cleaver (CT50) — 1 pc.
  • Fiber Strap Collector (FDB-05) — 1 pc.
  • Fiber Setting Plate (AD-10-M24) — 1 pc.
  • Case (CC-37) — 1 pc.
  • Hexagonal Wrench (HEX-01) — 1 pc.