{"product_id":"afl-faa-03a-4oz-ribbon-forming-adhesive","title":"AFL FAA-03A 4oz Ribbon-Forming Adhesive","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AFL FAA-03A is a 4 oz dispensing bottle of ribbon-forming adhesive designed for bonding individual optical fibers into a flat, ordered ribbon. This process is essential for mass fusion splicing, allowing multiple fibers to be stripped, cleaved, and spliced simultaneously as a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adhesive paste is applied using a fiber arrangement tool, such as the FAT-04, to ensure fibers are perfectly aligned. Unlike tape-based methods that often gum up stripping tools and cause fiber breakage, this paste consolidates coating residue into a clean, easily removed piece of debris. The resulting bond is strong during the splicing process yet fully reversible with alcohol if fibers need to be separated later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Stripability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnsures clean removal of coating residue, protecting fibers during the stripping process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Fiber Breakage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaste-based formula prevents the clumping and fiber snapping common with traditional adhesive tapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean Tooling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsolidates residue to keep mechanical or thermal strippers free of buildup for consistent results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReversible Bond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily dissolved with standard isopropyl alcohol for re-separation of fibers if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled Application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 4 oz dispensing bottle provides precise control, suitable for both field splicing kits and benchtop environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMass Splicing Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnables rapid organization of loose fibers into a flat ribbon for high-density fusion splicing workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass fusion splicing preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical fiber ribbonizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField and benchtop fiber optic termination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAFL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFAA-03A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAFL Order Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS008720\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRibbon-Forming Adhesive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 oz dispensing bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this adhesive compatible with all fiber arrangement tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is optimized for use with AFL fiber arrangement tools, specifically the FAT-04.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I remove the adhesive once it is applied?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the bond is reversible and can be separated back into individual fibers using alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this adhesive affect the fusion splice quality?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is designed to facilitate the stripping and preparation process; it is removed from the fiber prior to the fusion arc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this better than using tape to hold the fibers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTape often leaves adhesive residue on the stripper blades, which can cause fibers to break during subsequent strips. This paste formula leaves no damaging residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a larger size available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it is also available in a 0.5 liter bottle (S008622).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50809325453410,"sku":"FAA-03A","price":93.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/151x710_pli_1_jpg.webp?v=1793479642","url":"https:\/\/www.fiberoptics4sale.com\/products\/afl-faa-03a-4oz-ribbon-forming-adhesive","provider":"Fosco Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}