Sumitomo Type-39 + FC-6S Cleaver Kit Core Alignment Fusion Splicer Kit | (2,917 Splices)

Sumitomo Type-39 FCM Micro Core Fusion Splicer

The Sumitomo Type-39 FCM (Micro Core / FastCat) is a core-alignment optical fiber fusion splicer for single-fiber joining work where fiber positioning, arc control, and sleeve heating must be managed in a repeatable cycle. It uses a loss estimation process based on Direct Core Monitoring (HDCM) and integrates dual independent heat-shrink ovens to support splice-and-sleeve workflows.

The Type-39 interface provides menu access for condition selection, operating functions, and maintenance screens used for setup and service actions associated with the splicing arc system. The splicing area centers the fiber path at the splicing plane, with the electrode region positioned for inspection and replacement. A front-mounted color monitor supports viewing and operation from the operator position.

The FC-6S optical fiber cleaver is used for single-fiber cleave preparation as part of the overall fusion splicing workflow. It supports 125 µm cladding fiber with 0.25 mm and 0.9 mm coating configurations as specified for the cleaver.

Feature and Workflow Focus

• Core alignment splicing: Core-alignment process with HDCM-based loss estimation for single-fiber splicing tasks.
• Dual independent ovens: Two independent heat-shrink ovens for sleeve heating steps associated with splice protection.
• Front-mounted display: Color monitor and front controls for operation, condition changes, and maintenance access.
• Maintenance access: Menu structure includes maintenance items used for inspection and service actions related to the arc system.
• Cleaver workflow support: FC-6S cleaver supports single-fiber end-face preparation prior to fusion splicing.

Architecture and Process Flow

The Type-39 combines fiber handling, arc fusion, and sleeve heating into a single station. After fiber preparation, fibers are positioned in the clamp system at the splicing plane for alignment and fusion. Following the fusion step, protective sleeves can be heat-shrunk using the integrated ovens. The dual-oven arrangement supports alternating heater use when processing successive splices.

Applications

• Single-fiber splicing for optical fiber runs and patching work (non-human subjects: optical fibers and protective sleeves).
• Fiber restoration tasks that require controlled fusion and integrated sleeve heating.
• Bench or field splicing workflows using a dedicated single-fiber cleaver (FC-6S) for cleave preparation.