AFL S017680 VG12-01-200 12 Fiber V-Groove, 200um Pitch Ribbons

Overview

The AFL S017680 VG12-01-200 is a specialized replacement V-groove assembly designed for precise fiber alignment during fusion splicing. This component is engineered for use with 12-fiber ribbons featuring a 200μm pitch, ensuring optimal performance and alignment accuracy when splicing high-density fiber arrays.

Designed as a field-replaceable accessory, this V-groove assembly facilitates maintenance and restores factory-level splicing capabilities to supported equipment. It includes the necessary electrodes to maintain consistent arc discharge conditions, supporting the technical requirements of high-speed ribbon fiber splicing environments.

Key Features

• Application-Specific Design
  Optimized specifically for 12-fiber ribbons with a 200μm pitch for precise fiber positioning.
• Field Replaceable
  Allows for convenient onsite maintenance to minimize downtime without requiring factory service.
• Included Electrodes
  Supplied with matching electrodes to ensure proper arc discharge and high-quality splices.
• Genuine Replacement
  Authentic component designed to meet the exact tolerances of supported fusion splicers.
• High-Density Support
  Facilitates efficient mass fusion splicing of ribbonized fiber cables.
• Alignment Accuracy
  Maintains consistent fiber-to-fiber alignment for reduced splice loss.

Applications

• Ribbon fiber fusion splicing
• High-density data center cabling
• Telecommunications infrastructure repair
• Field maintenance of ribbon fusion splicers

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this V-groove compatible with older ribbon splicer models?
This specific part, S017680, is designed for the 90R series ribbon fusion splicer. Please verify your splicer model against the manufacturer documentation.

Does this assembly include electrodes?
Yes, the V-groove assembly comes with the necessary electrodes included for immediate installation.

Can I replace this in the field?
Yes, this is a field-replaceable component designed for quick maintenance and restoration of splicing operations.

What does the 200μm pitch refer to?
This refers to the center-to-center spacing of the fibers within the ribbon, critical for proper alignment during fusion.

Is this a genuine AFL part?
Yes, this is an original replacement part manufactured by AFL for their fusion splicing equipment.