Fusion Splicers & Accessories
90R
Mass fusion splicer
The 90R is a mass fusion splicer capable of splicing up to 16-fibre ribbons. The 90R series is the first of its kind with an innovative user replaceable V-groove assembly which can be quickly and easily fitted in the field to minimise downtime and maximise productivity.
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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 fibre 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.
The 90R’s overall working time has been significantly reduced compared to our previous mass fusion splicer. This is achieved through a combination of improvements, with special attention paid to the reaction times of the automated wind protector and automated heater – ribbon splicer automation only found on a Fujikura machine. The 5-inch colour LCD adjustable touch screen and Active Blade Management Technology (which can simultaneously connect to two CT50 cleavers) boost convenience even more.
Automatic wind protector
The 90R’s improved automatic wind protector design reduces overall splice time and can also be used manually according to user preference.
Application versatility
An extensive range of fibre holders means the 90R can handle a range of different applications. Fibre holders are available for single, ribbon - traditional encapsulated, SWR and also pitch conversion.
A battery you can trust
The 90R is powered by a high-capacity lithium-ion battery which provides up to 165 12-fibre splices and heat shrinks.
Pitch conversion system
The 90R can accommodate 200μm fibres (VG12-01-200 V-groove) and 250μm fibres (using the standard VG12-01 V-groove) and allows users to splice any combination of the two. The pitch converter system enables splicing of 200μm and 250μm single-fibres. FH-7012PC pitch convertor fibre holder lets you convert 200μm pitch fibres to 250μm.
Carrying case and work tray
The 90R comes with a redesigned, larger capacity carry case and multifunctional work tray. The 90R is ready to use just by opening the case, but it is also possible to use it on top of the carrying case or just with the work tray. The work tray’s two storage drawers make it easy to stay organised and efficient, and the drawers are large enough to store tools.
RS03 stripping condition control
To save time by smoothing workflow, when a 90R user changes the splice mode (e.g. from 12-fibre ribbon splice mode to SpiderWeb Ribbon® splice), the RS03 ribbon stripper automatically adjusts its heating temperature and time with a wireless command from the splicer.
Active Fusion Control Technology
The 90R analyses both cleave end faces and applies optimal fusion control to deliver a significant reduction in splice loss and less chance of having to rework splices. It also uses real-time fusion parameter control by analysing the fibre brightness intensity during splicing – contributing to stable, low-loss splice results.
Mass fusion technology
The 90R series is suitable for splicing 1 – 16-fibre ribbon, while also being capable of splicing encapsulated ribbon and single-fibres. The wide electrode gap melts the fibre uniformly and because the 90R analyses the arc’s brightness and intensity, it delivers real-time arc discharge control for optimal fusion. The final stage of the splice process benefits from a wide heating area, which gives you quick and easy heating for high fibre count splices. The fast, automated heater works in partnership with the automated wind protector to deliver a reduction in overall working time.
Active Blade Management Control Technology
The 90R and CT50 fibre cleaver are equipped with wireless data connectivity. This capability provides automatic cleaver blade rotation when the 90R judges that the blade is worn. The 90R displays the remaining blade life and informs the user when a blade height change, blade position change, or new blade is required. The 90R can simultaneously connect to two CT50 cleavers.
Technical specification
90R
Mass fusion splicer
FIBRE ALIGNMENT METHOD
Cladding alignment
BATTERY CAPACITY
Approx. 164 splice and heat cycles
SPLICEABLE FIBRE COUNT
12 and 16-fibre ribbon
BATTERY RECHARGE TEMPERATURE RANGE
0 to 30°C
FIBRE TYPE
Single-mode and multi-mode optical fibre
BATTERY STORAGE TEMPERATURE
-20 to 30°C
CLADDING DIAMETER
Approx. 125μm
BATTERY LIFE [6]
Approx. 500 recharge cycles
APPLICABLE COATING SHAPE
Refer to options
LCD DISPLAY
4.9-inch colour TFT touch screen
APPLICABLE COATING CLEAVE LENGTH
10mm
DISPLAY MAGNIFICATION
Approx. 20X (12 ribbon) to 60X (single)
ITU-T G.652 SPLICE LOSS [1]
Avg. 0.05dB
V-GROOVE ILLUMINATION
LED lamp
ITU-T G.651 SPLICE LOSS [1]
Avg. 0.02dB
PC INTERFACE
USB 2.0 Mini B connector
ITU-T G.653 SPLICE LOSS [1]
Avg. 0.08dB
EXTERNAL LED LAMP INTERFACE
USB 2.0 A connector Approx. DC5V, 500mA
ITU-T G.655 SPLICE LOSS [1]
Avg. 0.08dB
RIBBON STRIPPER INTERFACE
Mini DIN 6 pin DC12V, Max. 1A
ITU-T G.657 SPLICE LOSS [1]
Avg. 0.05dB
WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY [7]
Bluetooth® 4.1 LE
SM FAST MODE SPLICE TIME [2]
Avg. 14 to 15 seconds
SPLICE MODE DATA STORAGE
100 splice modes
AUTO MODE SPLICE TIME [2]
Avg. 19 to 20 seconds
HEAT MODE DATA STORAGE
30 heat modes
PROTECTION SLEEVE TYPE
Heat-shrinkable sleeve
SPLICE RESULT DATA STORAGE
10,000 splices
SLEEVE LENGTH
Max. 66mm
SPLICE IMAGE DATA STORAGE
100 images
SLEEVE DIAMETER
Max. 6mm before shrinking
TRIPOD SCREW HOLE
1/4-20UNC
40MM FP-05 MODE HEAT TIME [3]
Avg. 36 to 40 seconds
40MM FP-04 MODE HEAT TIME [3]
Avg. 17 to 19 seconds
SINGLE 40MM MODE HEAT TIME [3]
Avg. 14 to 16 seconds
SINGLE 60MM MODE HEAT TIME [3]
Avg. 13 to 15 seconds
FIBRE TENSILE TEST FORCE
Approx. 2.0N
ELECTRODE LIFE [4]
Approx. 1,500 splices
WIDTH
Approx. 170mm without projection
DEPTH
Approx. 173mm without projection
HEIGHT
Approx. 150mm without projection
WEIGHT
Approx. 2.6kg including battery
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
-10 to 50°C
STORAGE TEMPERATURE
-40 to 80°C
OPERATING HUMIDITY
0 to 95% RH non-condensing
OPERATING ALTITUDE
Max. 3700m
AC ADAPTOR INPUT
AC100 to 240V, 50/60Hz, Max. 1.5A
BATTERY TYPE
Rechargeable lithium-ion
BATTERY OUTPUT
Approx. DC14.4V, 6,380mAh
NOTES
[1] Measured with a cut-back method relevant to ITU-T and IEC standard after splicing Fujikura identical fibres. The average splice loss changes depending on the environmental condition and fibre characteristics. [2] Measured at room temperature. The definition of splice time is from the fibre image appearing on LCD monitor to the estimated loss displayed. The average splice time changes depending on the environmental conditions, fibre type, and fibre characteristics. [3] Measured at room temperature with the AC adapter. The heat time is defined from the start beep sound to the finish beep sound. The average heat time changes depending on the
environmental conditions, sleeve type and battery pack condition. [4] The electrode life changes depending on the environmental conditions, fibre type and splice modes. [5] Test condition (1) Splice and heat time: 1 minute cycle. (2) Using the splicer power save settings. (3) Using a healthy battery. (4) At room temperature. The battery capacity changes when testing with different conditions from the above. [6] The battery capacity decreases to a half after approx. 500 discharge and recharge cycles. The battery life is shortened further when using outside of the storage temperature range, operating temperature range, if completely discharged by storing for a long time without recharging. [7] Bluetooth® mark and logos are the registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
