FITEL S185ROF Fusion Splicer

High-end LDF Fusion Splicer featuring Ring of Fire® (ROF)

Three-electrode Ring of Fire® splicer for large diameter fiber up to 800 µm cladding, with uniform circumferential heating.
FITEL S185ROF Ring of Fire fusion splicer
Manufacturer: FITEL, distributed by 3SAE Technologies

Overview

Though the main body is the same compact design of the S185 series, Ring of Fire® models equip the powerful arc-discharging with three electrodes instead of two electrodes. This arc-discharging makes the plasma field (high temperature field) wider and enables fusion splicing of large diameter fibers up to 800 µm cladding diameter. This unique arc-discharging can heat optical fibers uniformly and reduce the splice loss of the fibers with dissimilar cladding diameters.

Key Capabilities

  • LDF splicing up to 800 µm
  • Three electrode Ring of Fire® arc-discharging
  • Low splice loss
  • Compact size
  • LCD touch panel provides easy operation
  • Fiber clamps land gently to prevent damage to the fiber
  • Remote control by Wi-Fi communication

Specifications

Heat source for splicingROF (Ring of Fire®, Three electrodes Arc-discharging)
Applicable fibers *1SM, MM, DS, NZDS, High-Index, EDF, LDF
Cladding diameter125 to 800 µm
Coating diameter160 to 2000 µm (In Fiber holder), 160 to 900 µm (Coating clamp splice)
Fiber cleave length5 mm *2 (Coating clamp splice), 8 to 11 mm (Cladding clamp splice)
Typical splice loss *3SM (ITU-T G652): 0.014 dB
Return loss> 60 dB
Typical splice time *515 s (SM by cladding clamp splice)
Tension strength1.96 (+0% to +20%)
Protection sleeve length10 to 60 mm
Typical heat time35 s (S922: 40 mm sleeve)
Splice programsMax. 200
Heater programsMax. 100
Splice data storageMax. 1000 including 4 images before and after splice
Fiber image magnification on LCD104X, 278X or 556X
Dimension210 W x 180 D x 150 H mm
Weight (without battery)4.55 kg
Monitor4.3" wide color LCD with touch panel
Data outputUSB ver. 2.0 type A: 1 port, USB ver. 2.0 mini B: 1 port
Operating temperature0 to 40 °C
Storage temperature-40 to 60 °C
Humidity0 to 90% (Non-condensing)
Power sourceAC input 100 to 240 V (50/60 Hz)
  1. Fibers should be applied to ITU-T standard. In case of other fibers, depending on the type of fiber, the optimization of splice program may be needed or the splice result may not be satisfied.
  2. Due to the high temperature of ROF, it may not be possible depending on the diameter, thickness and material of the coating.
  3. These are references. Depending on the environment and condition, the number vary.
  4. This value is references. Depending on the type of fiber and condition of fiber on splicer, the number can vary.

Applications: Fiber splicing

Fiber types: Standard diameter 125µm, SMF, MMF, Fiber laser, Shaped cladding, Large diameter

Markets: Aerospace / Military / Defense, Fiber optic lasers, Manufacturing, Academia

Included in standard package

Fitel S185-ROF Fusion Splicer, SPL-06-0204

  • AC adapter with AC power cord
  • Z stage locks (pr)
  • Spare electrodes (pr)
  • Electrode cleaning disc
  • V-groove cleaning brush
  • User’s manual
  • Manufacturer’s 2-year parts and labor warranty
  • Fiber holders sold separately

Accessories

ACC-06-0201250 µm Fiber Holders (pr) for S185 (S713S-250)
ACC-06-0213300 µm Fiber Holders (pr) for S185 (S713S-300)
ACC-06-0202400 µm Fiber Holders (pr) for S185 (S713S-400)
ACC-06-0212550 µm Fiber Holders (pr) for S185 (S713S-550)
ACC-06-0203650 µm Fiber Holders (pr) for S185 (S713S-650)
ACC-06-0204900 µm Fiber Holders (pr) for S185 (S713S-900)
ACC-06-02051300 µm Fiber Holders (pr) for S185 (S713S-1300)
ACC-06-0214550 µm Coating BW Fiber Holders (pr) for S185 (S713B-550)
ACC-06-0217S982A AC Adapter for S185-ROF
ACC-06-0207Hard Carrying Case for S185 (HCC-12)
CON-06-0072Electrodes for S185 ROF (set) (ELR-04)

See datasheet for additional accessories.

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