The Sumitomo Type 65 is a core alignment fusion splicer engineered for single fiber and ribbon fiber splicing in field and lab environments. It delivers consistent low-loss splices across SM, MM, and specialty fiber types while maintaining portable dimensions and intuitive operation. The system supports ribbon configurations up to 24 fibers and processes 12-fiber ribbons in approximately 30 seconds with typical splice loss of 0.04 dB for SMF.
Technical Specifications
Splicing Performance
• Supported fiber types: Single Mode (SMF), Multi-Mode (MMF), Dispersion Shifted (DSF), Non-Zero Dispersion-Shifted (NZ-DSF)
• Coating diameter: 250 µm (ribbon and single fiber), 900 µm (single fiber)
• Ribbon fiber count: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 fibers; up to 24 fibers (Type-65M24)
• Acceptable cleave length: 10 mm
• Typical splice cycle: 30 seconds (12-fiber ribbon), 35 seconds (24-fiber identical ribbon)
• Typical splice loss: SMF 0.04 dB | MMF 0.03 dB | NZ-DSF 0.07 dB
Fusion Control
• Alignment method: Fixed V-Groove
• Programmable settings: 3 fiber profiles × 7 pre-set programs (48 total maximum)
• Splice parameters per program: 5
• Arc test compensation: Automatic
• Heater condition settings: 10
• Splice data storage: 500 data points
Physical & Power
• Dimensions: 150 mm (W) × 150 mm (D) × 150 mm (H)
• Weight: 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
• Input power: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Battery operation: >20 splices per charge (including 12-fiber ribbon heater operation); optimal temperature 10 °C to 40 °C
• Display: 5.6-inch color LCD, ~40× magnification
• Wind protection: Up to 30 mph (15 m/s)
– Key Features
• Multi-fiber ribbon splicing capability up to 24-count configurations
• Automatic arc test compensation for repeatable results
• User-friendly on-screen operation guidance
• Compact, battery-powered design for remote deployment
• Fixed V-Groove alignment ensures consistent fiber positioning
– Compatibility & Integration
• Fiber requirement: Silica glass
• Compatible cleavers: FC-6M, FC-6S, FC-7, FC-7R, JR-6, JR-5, FCP-25
• Standard accessories: Carrying case, fiber holders, power supply, fiber stripper, oven sleeves, optical cleaver
