The FITEL S185 Series of Fusion Splicers marks a big step forward in specialty fibre splicing tech. These high-end tools handle a broad range of industry jobs, from basic fibres to tricky polarisation-maintaining and large-diameter fibres. In this post, we'll look at the features all models share, what makes each one special, and how different industries put them to work.

 

FITEL S185-Series Advanced Fusion Splicers

 

Shared Features Across the S185 Series

The FITEL S185 Series share several of key features that are the same for all models. These features make them stand out when it comes to splicing fibre optic cables:

  1. Portability: Each model is designed to be compact and lightweight, allowing for easy transportation and use in various environments, including difficult-to-access areas.
  2. High Accuracy: The series is known for its precision splicing capabilities, ensuring low-loss connections across different fibre types.
  3. Battery Operation: Built-in batteries enable on-site use without the need for external power sources, enhancing mobility and flexibility.
  4. Versatility: While each model has its specialisation, the series as a whole covers a wide range of fibre types and sizes, from standard 80μm and 125μm fibres to ultra-large diameter fibres up to 800μm.
  5. User-Friendly Interface: The splicers are engineered for user-friendly operation, ensuring their suitability for both production settings and field maintenance.

 

Guide to Model-Specific S185 Features

FITEL S185HS High-end Fusion Splicers for High Strength Splicing

The S185HS is a portable and highly accurate fusion splicer designed for 80 and 125μm cladding standard fibres. 

Key Features:

  • High precision for standard fibres
  • Suitable for both 80μm and 125μm cladding

Industry Applications: 

  • Telecommunications
  • Data centres
  • General fibre optic network installations

FITEL S185PM High-end Fusion Splicers for PMF High Strength Splicing

The S185PM stands out as the most compact polarisation maintaining (PM) splicer in its class, specifically designed for 80 and 125μm PANDA and other PM fibres.

Key Features:

  • Specialised for PM fibres
  • Supports 80μm and 125μm PANDA and other PM fibre types

Industry Applications:

  • Fibre optic sensing
  • Interferometry
  • Coherent optical communications

FITEL S185LDF High-end Fusion Splicer for LDF splicing

The S185LDF is a lightweight, battery-operated splicer that excels in handling fibres up to 500μm cladding diameter.

Key Features:

  • Supports fibres up to 500μm cladding
  • Ideal for both production and maintenance

Industry Applications:

  • Fibre laser manufacturing
  • High-power laser systems
  • Industrial sensing applications

FITEL S185PMLDF High-end Fusion Splicer for PM-LDF splicing

This model merges the capabilities of the S185PM and S185LDF, supporting PM fibres up to 500μm cladding diameter.

Key Features:

  • Supports PM fibres up to 500μm cladding
  • Versatile for various specialty fibres
  • Combines PM precision with large diameter handling

Industry Applications:

  • Advanced fibre laser systems
  • High-power PM fibre applications
  • Specialised sensing and communication systems

FITEL S185ROF High-end Fusion Splicer for LDF splicing up to 800μm

The S185ROF introduces the innovative Ring of Fire (ROF) technology, featuring a 3-electrode arc system for ultra-large diameter fibres.

Key Features:

  • ROF plasma field for even heat distribution
  • Supports fibres up to 800μm cladding

Industry Applications:

  • Very large diameter fibre splicing
  • Advanced photonics research
  • High-power laser systems

FITEL S185PMROF High-end Fusion Splicer for PM-LDF splicing up to 800μm

This model combines PM fibre handling with ROF technology, making it ideal for multicore and submarine applications.

Key Features:

  • ROF technology for PM fibres
  • Lowest splice loss in the industry
  • Fastest splicing time for PM fibres

Industry Applications:

  • Submarine cable systems
  • Multicore fibre applications
  • Advanced PM fibre systems

FITEL S185EDV Revolutionary End-View Fusion Splicer

The S185EDV employs a unique End-View system, perfect for splicing fibres with complex internal structures.

Key Features:

  • End-View system for complex fibre structures
  • Composite Image Technology for precise alignment
  • Dual-mode operation (End-View and traditional Side-View)

Industry Applications:

  • Hollow Core fibre splicing
  • Photonic Crystal Fibre (PCF) applications
  • Advanced fibre optic research

 

Wrapping-Up

The FITEL S185 Series provides a wide array of fusion splicers each designed to meet specific industry needs. From standard telecommunications to groundbreaking photonics research, these splicers deliver the accuracy, flexibility, and new ideas needed in today's fast-changing fibre optic scene. Whether you're working with standard fibres, PM fibres, or extra-large diameter specialty fibres, there's an S185 model built to fulfil your exact needs.