You're working on a major fiber optic project. How can you ensure your splicer won't let you down?

*Invest in high-quality equipment. *Conduct regular maintenance checks. *Provide thorough training for technicians. *Have backup splicers available. *Protect the splicer from environmental factors. *Follow industry standards for splicing. *Test and verify spliced connections rigorously. *Maintain detailed documentation of splicing activities.

In my opinion, it should be sourced from a well-known parts manufacturer. Be sure to consider spare parts to solve problems during work. There is an alternative plan to solve the possible problem in case of not being able to supply the part.

Get permits for the location, have splicer confirm fibers from each origin and confirm all readings. After splicing, perform end to end testing.

Para se construir uma rede óptica de alto desempenho ela deve ser a prova de futuro e convergente. Para isso as perdas / atenua??es devem ser minimizadas o máximo possível. Ent?o se recomenda que a emenda entre as fibras dos cabos seja efetuada pelo método de fus?o.

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My own opinion is that there are not many bad fiberoptic tools to prepare a fiberoptic cable. You just need to figure out which tool will suit you best for your cable. Which tools are best for your needs. Talk to your colleague installers and ask them the reseller they buy their tools from. A good reseller will show you what tools you can use and show you how it’s done.

Lint free wipes and correct alchol helps to have a clean fiber, avoid the touch or any other contacts to the fibre once cleaned mostly the tip after it is cleaved. Stripping of fibers diffier to types, has the way the tend to be set on cleavers into the v grooves matters. The other factor is the way it will be placed into the splicing Machine. Thus, when Stripping make sure the coating and cladding is removed. The distance of Stripping, is enough to have the core sit on both pads of the clever and the coating sits on the right distances (on the cleaver 12-20). When considering the distance also put the length of the sleeves.

A good Splicing Machine Combined with a good Fibre Stripper and Perfect Cleaver(1 Cut and Go). The Results will be good. Meaning if you will get 10 out of 10 Splices complete

The “arc test” is like an insurance. Nobody wants to invest in it until we needed the d@mn thing. Arc testing should be done when: - You removed or replaced your electrodes - you change from different temperatures - you change the splicer program - You splice different fibertypes - you are in trouble and see the splicer is not working well.

Before you splice do your daily diagnostic check. In an administrative mode the splicer can be set for cleave angles and splice loss estimate values. Regular maintenance is a must , even if it costs the employer time.

Keep your splicer clean. Remember it’s a glass welder. As soon as you turn it on, it takes an atmospheric reading of temperature and pressure. If the climate changes while you are working; then power cycle your machine so it can get a new reading.

I nice and clean place away from DUST, alwasy clean your fiber many times as needs. ...............................................................................................

Here a tip for the guys that start with splicing. When you see core diameter differences you should save those pictures for later. Some places where people measure unidirectional (Otdr in one way) it could be that your splice is really bad in one way and the other way even a gainer. Try to get the results of your splices from both ways and look and take the average of them both. You might not need to redo all your splices ??.

Cleaning cleaning cleaning! I cannot repeat this enough! Before buying a splicer you should also ask your retailer how to maintain your machine. I have a pdf with the basics what you can do in case of… basics is cleaning, replace electrodes and arc test…

Most fusion splicing machines require electrode replacement every 1000 splices, therefore making sure the electrodes are in excellent operating order is crucial. Another crucial step is to adjust the splice machine oven's specifications. Last but not least, machine calibration is vital for every field engineer to understand. Knowing the type of fibre you're working with also adds value because you can set the right parameters to your machine, ensuring accuracy and efficiency when splicing. Cleaning your tools, such as the cliver and fibre stripper, is also very helpful. In particular, the cliver can help you get the right cut angle of the fibre, which is crucial. A little bit of training goes a long way.

Realizando a limpeza e manuten??es preventivas, calibra??o de arco sempre antes de iniciar as atividades e calibra??o de motor.

The method of work must be maintained and checked every time to ensure the progress of the work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

One thing I found useful is running diagnostic for the machine periodically. The worst nightmare is having to be resplicing cores due to bed splice. True the machine has to be kept ?? clean, on V grooves dust tends to clog into and has such core alignment won't be made thus have a very soft brush to clean them. If not, use the core of the fiber to unclog the dust particle. When electrods build carbon or oxide, set the machine in maintenance mode to replace them or just re-polish them and replace. Also battery need to be cared for, others tend to build memory. So, as such the may need draining when the reach low percentage levels (in maintenance mode these a setting to drain the battery). Have a good battery helps you deliver more splices.

Perform routine checking of the splicing machine. Calibration, cleaning (check the groves for dust and fibers ) Check if the machine are still aligned properly. Ensure that your splicer is skilled and has the drive to complete the preparation and splicing in a clean and standard way. If possible ensure that the splicing area is free from dust, smoke and pollutants

Perform documented two-way tests of each fiber for the entire fiber span. Get the OTDR printouts on each one and in both directions.

Most fusion splicing machines require electrode replacement every 1000 splices, therefore making sure the electrodes are in excellent operating order is crucial. Another crucial step is to adjust the splice machine oven's specifications. Last but not least, machine calibration is vital for every field engineer to understand. Knowing the type of fibre you're working with also adds value because you can set the right parameters to your machine, ensuring accuracy and efficiency when splicing. Cleaning your tools, such as the cliver and fibre stripper, is also very helpful. In particular, the cliver can help you get the right cut angle of the fibre, which is crucial. A little bit of training goes a long way.

First and foremost ensure the operative operating the splicer has all the accreditations and training to carry out the task. Ensure he/she also has the required experience to carry out the task to the best possible standard. Ensure a strict optical budget is followed and ensure all basic maintenance is carried out on the fusion splicer. Ensure all works carried out is properly commission tested, be this via IOLM or OTDR but ensure the results are checked properly. If possible and you have a splicing supervisor have them attend site at the same time to ensure the operation runs smoothly. As long as the above is all followed you have nothing to worry about. Trust your workforce but ensure compliance is met and measured.

Choosing the right splicer and monitoring both ways is the best practice. OTDR tracing is one directional so need to do in both directions.i.e. east and west as well.