The CT-30 Cleaver sets the standard for portability, reliability and ease of use. Available for either single fiber or ribbon splicing (up to 12 fiber ribbons) applications, the CT-30 Cleavers are compatible with all AFL fusion splicers. The improved version offers a larger base for a more stable platform, improved visibility when placing the fiber, and three scrap collection options. Designed for excellent portability, the CT-30 is equally at home in a splicing van or in a bucket truck and is ideal for FTTx applications. The 16-position blade yields 48,000 single-fiber cleaves, or 4,000 12-fiber ribbon cleaves before requiring replacement, and the built-in scrap collector conveniently stores fiber shards until they can be safely discarded.
The CT-30 Cleaver is packaged with three scrap collection options that allow the user to tailor it to their cleaving preferences. The CT30 is delivered with the SC-01 Side Cover installed for users that prefer not to use an automated scrap collection system. For those that prefer an automated scrap collection system, the FC-02 Fiber Collector and two scrap box options are included. The FDB-02 Scrap Box is a smaller bin for users seeking a compact profile. The FDB-03 Scrap Box is a larger bin with sweeping brush and static resistant surfaces for those users seeking to maximize scrap capacity. All scrap options are easily configured by the user.
| Model | CT-30 | CT-30A | CT-30B |
| Fiber count | Up to 12 | Single | Single |
| Cleaving length | 10mm | 6 to 20mm (250μm) | 16mm |
| Fiber placing | Fiber holder | Fiber Plate (AD-30A) | Fiber Plate (AD-30B) |
| Applicabel fibers | Silica optical fiber | ||
| Bare fiber diameter | 125μm | ||
| Cleaving angle | 0.5 degrees with single fiber | ||
| Blade life | 48,000 fibers (1,000 fibers X 3 heights X 16 positions) | ||
| Blade positions | 3 heights and 16 roatating positions | ||
| Diamentions | 102W X 82D X 46H (mm) with FC-02 and FDB-03 | ||
From the above table, we know the main difference is, 1. The applicable fiber is difference, CT-30 is for Ribbon fiber, and CT-30A and CT-30B is for single fiber, and CT-30B with fixed cleaved length.
Features
- Small size, lightweight, and easy handling
- Applicable up to 12-fibre ribbon cleaving
- Fibre collector equipped as standard
- 2-action operation including fibre scrap collection
- Operation: Push back blade -> Set fibre -> Close body
- Blade speed and anvil speed are mechanically controlled
- Blade is common to CT-20 series cleavers
- 16 rotating positions, 3 height positions
- Blade life is same as CT-20 series cleavers, 48,000 cleaving
