Fiber Cleavers work by using a sharp blade to score the fiber and then apply a controlled amount of tension, which causes the fiber to snap cleanly along the scored line. The proprietary designs of most Fiber Cleavers allow for precise cleaves to be made repeatedly with relative ease. The base of the Fiber Cleaver includes a V-groove, which holds the fiber securely and helps to ensure that the fiber is positioned correctly for the cleaving process.
The working principle of a Fiber Cleaver can be explained as follows:
A.The operator places the fiber in the V-groove, ensuring proper alignment.Fiber Cleavers are used in several fiber optic applications, including splicing, termination, and fiber end-face preparation. The cleaving process is a critical step in these applications, as it determines the quality of the fiber joint or termination. Here are some of the applications of Fiber Cleavers:
A.Splicing
FiberCleavers are used extensively in fiber optic splicing applications to prepare the fiber ends for splicing. Before splicing, the ends of the fibers must be perfectly cleaved to allow for a low-loss and reliable splice. FiberCleavers are used to create a flat and smooth fiber end-face, which ensures a good splice.
B.Termination
Fiber Cleavers are also used in fiber optic termination applications to prepare the fiber ends for termination. During the termination process, the fiber must be securely fastened to a connector or device, and the end-face must be perfectly cleaved to ensure proper light transmission. Fiber Cleavers are used to create a flat and smooth fiber end-face, which ensures a reliable and stable termination.
C.Fiber End-face Preparation
Fiber Cleavers are also used in fiber end-face preparation applications, such as cleaning and polishing. After cleaving, the fiber end-face may require additional preparation to ensure a low reflectance and attenuation. Fiber Cleavers are used to create a flat and smooth fiber end-face, which makes additional preparation work easier and more efficient.
