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Corning Cable Systems’ miniMASS® micro fusion splicer automatically splices
single fibers, as well as ribbons from two to twelve fibers. Because of its
small size, the miniMASS fusion splicer is perfect in restricted locations where
ribbon splicing has previously been impossible.
The miniMASS can splice standard fibers configured as pigtails, single loose
fibers, factory-made ribbons, or field-ribbonized fibers. Aerial splice points,
nodes and pedestals, as well as traditional high fiber count locations, are a
snap with the miniMASS fusion splicer. With its L-PAS video imaging system, the
unit automatically analyzes fiber positions, inspects cleave quality and
cleanliness, fuses the fibers, and estimates individual splice loss. All of
these steps are completed in 45 seconds. During the fiber inspection, an alarm
and on-screen prompt warn the operator of any conditions the splicer interprets
as less than ideal for a good splice.
The miniMASS fusion splicer provides 10 user-editable programs for storing
splicing parameters. Up to 250 individual or 35 12-fiber ribbon splice loss
values are held in memory that may be downloaded. The unit also provides
reminders to perform routine electrode cleaning and replacement.
The fibers, prompts, and parameters are viewed on the large active matrix
color LCD display that may be adjusted for contrast. The tilt stand also
provides improved viewing and operation orientation.
Features / Benefits
- “Snap-in” magnetic handlers provide consistent fiber placement in grooves
- NEW! Large 5.5-inch color LCD improves fiber viewing
- Splices one fiber or ribbons with two to twelve fibers
- AC and camcorder-style battery power options in one case
- Current Optimization Program recommends current setting according to the
fiber type, electrode conditions, and environmental influences
- One-button operation, fully automatic splice cycle
- On-screen error message combined with acoustic indicator
- Average lab loss for identical single-mode ribbons = 0.05 dB; typical
field splice loss of 0.10 dB Summarized and individual splice loss upon
completion of splice
- Active matrix color LCD with adjustable contrast displays all fibers in
both x and y views alternately
- Flip-cover activated heat-shrink oven with LED heating indicator
- Handheld thermal stripper with DC and AC power options
| Principal Operation |
Fixed V-groove, automatic Z-axis alignment |
| Fiber Coatings |
250 µm and 900 µm (single fibers), 0.40 mm x 3.15
mm (12-fiber ribbons) |
| Fiber Types |
Single-mode, Multimode, Specialty Single-mode (DS,
NZDS) |
| Typical Splice Loss |
Lab: = 0.05 dB identical single-mode
ribbon
Field: < 0.10 dB single-mode ribbon |
| Operating Temperatures |
-5° to + 45°C |
| Humidity |
95%, Non-condensing |
| Monitor |
Black and White LCD, 25x, 5.5-inch diagonal |
| Power |
AC: 90-260 V, 100W, 50-60 Hz; automatic voltage
range selection
DC: 12 V rechargeable battery provides approximately 15
ribbon splices fully
charged (two batteries included with
splicer) |
| Environmental Compensation |
Current optimization program, altitude
compensation adjustment |
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