The FITEL S179A
automatic fiber optic core alignment splicer performs high quality splicing in seconds and introduces the lowest possible splice loss even in harsh field conditions. Combining speed, accuracy, reliability and the latest data transmission methods in one device, the new welding machine is equally suitable for laying fiber optic lines, PON and FTTx networks, data center construction, and for factory purposes.
Compatible with "Splice On" (SOC) connectors
Main characteristics of FITEL S179A welding machines
- Rugged, compact, portable design withstands harsh environments
- Seal in 6 seconds and heat shrink in 9 seconds (60mm, Tyco SMOUV1120-01, for buffer 250-900 µm, fast heat mode) 13 sec (60mm, FITEL S921, for buffer 250 µm, fast heat mode) 15 sec (60mm, FITEL S921, for 900 µm buffer, fast heating mode)
- 200 cycles (weld + heat) with new battery configuration*2
- Available for SM (ITU-T G.652, G.657A1 and G.657A2), MM (ITU-T G.651), DSF (ITU-T G.653), Cut-off Shifted Fiber (ITU-T) fibers G.654, Large Area type), NZD (ITU-T G.655), BIF/UBIF (Bend Insensitive Fiber ITU-T G.657B3)
- Illumination of the working area is carried out by three LED sources
- Splicer compatible with Seikoh Giken and Diamond Splice On (SOC) connector
- Ease of maintenance - simple replacement of electrodes, no mirrors in the alignment system
- Software is easy to update via the Internet
- Easy to change fiber holder systems (universal holder / fiber holder / SOC holder)
- PC interface software allows the operator to manage welding programs and welding results
- Oven auto start function for protective cuffs
- Enhanced graphical user interface provides exceptional ease of use
- Large capacity memory for storing data (up to 20,000) and images (automatically last 100 images and permanent storage of up to 100 images)
- NFC: Unlocking the unit via smartphone (for Android 4.1 and later smartphones)
- RoHS Compliant
Severe operating conditions of FITEL S179A welding machines
FITEL S179A welders have been tested according to the following criteria*:
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Impact properties
76 cm drop from 5 different angles |
Water resistance**
Water resistant to IPX2 class** |
Dust protection* Dustproof to IP5X*** |
The above tests were carried out in the laboratories of Furukawa Electric. We do not guarantee that the device will not be damaged under these conditions.
**IPX2 rating means that liquid dripping onto the machine at a rate of 3 mm/min at 4 different angles changing by 15° every 2.5 minutes will not affect the functionality of the machine.
***IP5X dust rating means that exposure to dust particles with a diameter of 0.1 - 25 microns for 8 hours will not affect the functionality of the device.
Specifications of FITEL S178A Welding Machine Series
| Acceptable fibers | SM (ITU-T G.652, G.657A1 и G.657A2), MM (ITU-T G.651), DSF (ITU-T G.653), Cut-off Shifted Fiber (ITU-T G.654, Large Area type), NZD (ITU-T G.655), BIF/UBIF (Bend Insensitive Fiber ITU-T G.657B3) |
| Inner diameter shells |
80 – 150 micron |
| Outer diameter shells |
100 – 3000 micron |
| Fiber cleavage length | 5 – 16 mm |
| Average losses per splice |
SM: 0,02 dB, MM: 0,01 dB, DSF: 0,04 dB, NZD: 0.04 dB |
| Welding time | 6 seconds (semi-automatic mode) |
| Heating time | 9 sec (60mm, Tyco SMOUV1120-01, for 250-900 µm buffer, fast heating mode) 13 sec (60mm, FITEL S921, for 250 µm buffer, fast heating mode) 15 sec (60mm, FITEL S921, for 900 µm buffer , fast heating mode) |
| Welding programs | max. 300 |
| Heating programs | max. 100 |
| Automatic start heating |
Available |
| Permissible cuffs | 20 / 40 / 60 mm |
| Fiber holders | Universal holders (incl. fibers in free buffer) or removable holders |
| Break test | 1,96 Н |
| Reflection loss per splicing site |
60 dB or more |
| Enlargement of the image fibers |
104, 278, 556 times |
| Fusion function | Insertion loss from 0.1dB to 15dB in 0.1dB steps |
| Weld memory | max. 20000 |
| Memory capacity for image capture |
Automatic last 100 images and permanent storage of up to 100 images |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 139 x 209 x 114 mm (without corner protectors) 179 x 246 x 131 mm (with corner protectors) |
| Weight | 1,7 kg (without battery) 2,0 kg (with two batteries) |
| Monitor |
4.3 inch color touch screen |
| Data output | Two interfaces: standard USB 2.0 (type A) and USB 2.0 mini (type B) |
| Display language | 20 languages |
| Battery capacity batteries* |
At least 200 welding/heat shrink cycles |
| Height | 5000 m |
| Wind protection | Max. wind speed - 15 m/s. |
| Working temperature |
10 to +50 °C (at 0 to 95% relative humidity [non-condensing]) |
| Storage temperature | -40 to +60 °C (at 0 to 95% relative humidity [non-condensing]) |
| Humidity | 0 - +95% (non-condensing) |
| Source of power |
AC 100 - 240 V (50/60 Hz), DC 11 - 24 V |
The first heating after turning on the power may take longer than usual. The number of welding and heating operations that the machine can perform with a new, fully charged battery at a temperature of
room 20 ˚C, in semi-automatic welding mode and normal heating mode. This number may vary depending on the condition of the batteries and operating conditions.
The number of welding and heating operations that the machine can perform with 2 new, fully charged batteries, at a room temperature of 20 ˚C, in semi-automatic welding mode and normal heating mode. This number may vary depending on the condition of the batteries and operating conditions.