What is a fiber optic fusion splicer?
In simple words, a fiber optic
fusion splicer refers to a device which utilizes an electric arc for melting
together two optical fiber at their end faces. This process is undertaken to
structure a long single fiber. The joint which is the result of the fusion
permanently fuses the two glass fibers from one end to the other. This ensures
that the optical light signals successful pass from one fiber to the other with
minimal loss.
Ways in which a fusion splicer work
Before fusion splicing the
optical fibers, they require to be precisely stripped out of their polymer
coating and outer jackets. Then you need to carefully clean and cleave to shape
smooth, perpendicular end faces. When this process is accomplished, you require
placing each fiber into a holder in the enclosure of the splicer. With the end
of this process, now the work of the fiber optic fusion splicer starts. These
steps include-
Aligning
To ensure seamless and
attenuation-free finished splice, the fusion splicer makes minute adjustments
to the position of the fibers. This is done through the use of small and
precise motors for proper alignment. Thanks to the magnification of viewing
scope, video camera or optical power meter, the fiber optic technician can
successful view the fiber alignment during the entire alignment process.
Burning Off Impurity
Some high quality fusion splicers
like Fusionadora generate a small spark between the fiber ends to burn off any
remaining moisture and dust. This is done to erase the entire of dust or other
impurities as even a slight trace of impurity can wreck havoc on the ability of
the splicer to transmit optical signals.
Fusion
The end process is fusing
together the fiber ends to form a permanent splice. The fusion splicer emits a
large spark that melts the optical fiber end faces, forming the final fusion
splice!