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Basic Steps to Create a Fusion Splice


Where is a fusion splice located and how is it done? The process to produce a fusion splice joint consists of several steps. Among a need for a fusion splicer, these involve also different types of tools and preparation instrument.

  • Fusion splices are located near termination nodes and at jointing points of optical cable sections
  • Open fiber ends get arranged in the fiber excess storage of the closure or the termination hardware
  • Fiber end faces receive special treatments to be ready for a fusion splice
  • A splicing machine produces a permanent connection between both open fiber ends
  • The exposed area around the splice location needs a protection to withstand the harsh environment
  • The finished splice is stored in an organizer of the closure or the termination hardware

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Details to Fusion Splicing Applications:
 

 Preparation of Fiber Ends for Fusion Splicing

 Fiber Alignment

 The Splice Process