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Sumitomo FC-6R+ Precision Optical Fiber Cleaver
Auto-Rotating Blade Cleaver for Single & Up to 12-Fiber Ribbons
The Sumitomo FC-6R+ is a flagship bench-top precision optical fiber cleaver equipped with patented auto-rotating blade technology. Designed for single-fiber and multi-fiber ribbon applications up to 12 fibers, it combines single-action operation, extended blade longevity, and an integrated off-cut collection system for maximum efficiency in the field.
- Manufacturer: Sumitomo Electric Industries
- Category: Bench-Top Optical Fiber Cleavers
- Key Innovation: Auto-Rotating Blade & One-Action Mechanism
Key Features & Highlights
- Patented Auto-Rotating Blade: Automatically rotates the blade post-cleave to eliminate manual blade adjustment interruptions and ensure repeatable, high-quality cuts.
- One-Action Operation: Seamless single-step cleave and automatic blade return maximize workflow speed and operator convenience.
- Extended 60,000-Cleave Blade Life: Premium-grade blade delivers consistent low-angle performance for up to 60,000 fiber cleaves.
- Built-in Off-Cut Collector: Automatically sweeps and gathers hazardous glass off-cuts directly into an integrated scrap bin upon opening.
- Ribbon & Single Fiber Versatility: Handles 125 µm cladding single fibers (250 µm and 900 µm) as well as mass ribbon fibers up to 12 strands.
Technical Specifications
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Ideal Applications
Mass Fusion Splicing
Ideal companion for ribbon splicers like TYPE-72M12p for fast high-density cleaving.
High-Volume FTTH Operations
Auto-rotating blade removes downtime, keeping field technicians working continuously.
Enterprise & Carrier Networks
Consistent 0.5° cleave angles ensure ultra-low splice loss across single-mode networks.