The FC-6S is a compact metal fibre cleaver for 125µm fibre with 0.25mm and 0.9mm coatings, built for cold connection (mechanical connector) work and splice preparation. Its three-in-one fixture has grooves for 0.25mm bare fibre, 0.9mm tail fibre and 2.5 to 3.0mm leather cable, and the 16-face tungsten steel blade is rated for about 32000 cuts.
Features and Benefits
- Three-in-one fixture - bare fibre, pigtail and leather (drop) cable in one clamp, no fixture swaps.
- Automatic tool return - the blade slide returns by itself when the upper cover is opened.
- 16 cutting end faces on a tungsten steel blade - turn to a fresh face as each one dulls, about 32000 cuts in total.
- Magnet in the upper cover and steel pressure pads - the lid shuts firmly and the fibre is held still for the cut.
- Rubber anti-skid base - stays put on a bench or splice tray.
- Rated for -40 to 80°C - the published operating and storage range.
- Compact 65 x 58 x 61mm body at about 273g - fits an FTTH tool bag.
Applications
- Fitting mechanical fast connectors in FTTH drops.
- Preparing fibre ends for fusion splicing.
- Pigtail and patch lead repairs at the cabinet.
- Training kits for new fibre technicians.
In the box
FC-6S cleaver (cutting knife), hexagon knife wrench, instruction manual, anti-falling bag and packing box.
Note: Follow the label printed on the tool and check the blade is on your side before laying in the fibre. Fibre offcuts are sharp; collect them in a sealed container and wear safety glasses.
Model: FC-6S. Tool type: Metal fibre cleaver, non-powered. Fibre diameter: 125µm. Application fibre type: 0.25mm and 0.9mm. Fixture grooves: 0.25mm bare fibre, 0.9mm tail fibre, 2.5 to 3.0mm leather trough. Cutting length: 9 to 16mm (0.25) / 10 to 16mm (0.25), as published. Blade: Tungsten steel, 16 cutting end faces. Blade service life: About 32000 cuts. Blade return: Automatic when the upper cover is opened. Fibre type: Single mode. Use: Cold connection (mechanical connectors) and splice preparation. Optimal operating temperature: -40 to 80°C. Optimal storage temperature: -40 to 80°C. Dimensions: 65mm (W) x 58mm (D) x 61mm (H). Weight: About 273g. Packing box: 91 x 91 x 82mm. Construction: Metal upper cover with magnet, steel pressure pad, iron suction sheet, blade slide rail with push tab. Base: Rubber anti-skid floor mat. Power: None, manual tool. In the box: Cleaver, hexagon knife wrench, instruction manual, anti-falling bag, packing box. Q: What is a fibre cleaver used for? A: It scores and breaks a stripped fibre so the end face is flat, ready for a mechanical connector or a fusion splice. The FC-6S works on 125µm fibre with 0.25mm or 0.9mm coating.. Q: Can the FC-6S cut drop cable? A: Yes. The three-in-one fixture has a 2.5 to 3.0mm leather trough alongside the 0.25mm bare fibre and 0.9mm tail fibre grooves.. Q: How many cuts does the blade give? A: The tungsten steel blade has 16 cutting end faces and a published service life of about 32000 cuts.. Q: What size and weight is it? A: 65 x 58 x 61mm and about 273g, so it fits easily in an FTTH tool bag..