FITEL S185ROF/S185PMROF High-end Fusion Splicers for LDF and PM-LDF splicing up to 800μm

Features

• Large diameter fusion Splicers for 800μm splicing
• Low splice loss
• Compact size
• LCD touch panel provides easy operation
• Short fiber cleave length allows to use ultra mini sleeve
• Remote control by Wi-Fi communication

Overview

FITEL High-end Fusion Splicer S185 series featuring ROF (Ring of Fire) models, S185ROF and S185PMROF.

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

The FITEL S185PMROF’s Ring of Fire® features an innovative three-electrode setup that out-performs the conventional two-electrode systems in specialised splicing applications. The Ring of Fire® technology delivers more control by establishing a balanced 360-degree plasma field during the arc discharge process.

Advanced Polarisation Maintaining Features

The S185PMROF incorporates intricate polarisation alignment systems meticulously designed for large-diameter fibres. These capabilities stem from:

• High-Precision Rotational Motors: These motors spin fibres with unparalleled accuracy, precisely controlling minute angles.
• Advanced Imaging Architecture: This system employs two cameras to provide comprehensive X and Y views.
• Computational Image Analysis: This system continuously monitors the fibre’s positioning.
• Automated Alignment Protocols: The machine is pre-programmed to align fibres at 45° and 90° angles.

These features collectively contribute to the maintenance of polarisation, which is paramount for cutting-edge technologies such as fibre lasers, quantum communication systems, and precise measuring instruments.

Technical Advantages in Splicing Large Diameter Fibres

The Ring of Fire® technology delivers a uniform heating zone that significantly enhances performance. Its triple-electrode setup ensures uniform heat distribution, eliminating temperature disparities.

Improved Splice Results:

• Reduced Splice Loss: The S185PMROF effectively minimises splice loss when joining fibres with varying cladding sizes.
• Enhanced Compatibility with Multicore: Achieving optimal outcomes with complex multicore fibres, aligning internal structures.
• Preserving Fibre Strength: Reducing heat stress during fusion, thereby maintaining the inherent properties of the original fibre.

Technical Features for Specific Applications:

Fibre Laser Manufacturing:

• Configurable fusion settings tailored to specialised gain fibres.
• Adjustable heat patterns designed for rare-earth doped fibre fusion.
• Intelligent splice loss computations for active fibre components.

Medical Equipment Production:

• Integrated medical-grade cleaning procedures during part handling.
• Precise fibre control for biomedical light-based instruments.
• High-precision tuning systems for patient monitors.

Research and Development Applications:

• Customisable fusion profile setup.
• Comprehensive data collection and analysis tools.
• Design flexibility through test fibre models.

Electronics and Control Systems:

• Advanced control setup resulting in exceptional engineering output.

3SAE ROF Fusion Output

The Ring of Fire® system’s primary technological advantage lies in its sophisticated plasma physics and heat distribution. The three-electrode setup enables:

• Uniform Electrical Field Generation: The triangular electrode placement design generates a balanced electrical field distribution, ensuring optimal performance.
• Enhanced Ion Spread: Precise field control facilitates uniform plasma particle distribution, optimising energy transfer.
• Constant Energy Transfer: Thermal delivery remains consistent across all fibre surfaces, irrespective of their specifications.
• Deep Heat Reach: This design allows heat to penetrate deeply into large-diameter fibres without compromising the surface integrity.

This design presents significant advantages over conventional two-electrode systems, particularly in maintaining uniform energy distribution for specialised and thick fibre optic applications.

The FITEL S185PMROF seamlessly integrates advanced materials science, precise electronics, and groundbreaking plasma physics to deliver exceptional performance for demanding fibre optic applications.

Low splice loss

Precise alignment with resolution of 0.03μm for fiber axis

High ext. ratio

Accurate 360 degree fiber rotation with a resolution of 0.1 degree

 

Compact size

Footprint is 46% smaller than previous model

 

Touch panel

Easy and intuitive touch panel operation and GUI

Short cleave length

Short cleave length allows to reinforce the exposed glass with ultra mini sleeve

 

Wi-Fi communication

Remote control is available by Wi-Fi

Auto-flip display

Automatically adjusts image when LCD display is flipped

 

Specifications