AutoCleaver LDA
Short facts
- Variable angle cleaving, 0 to >15 degrees
- Semi automatic
- Easy handling
- Operator independent
- Designed for production and laboratory environments
- Automatic fiber waste collection
- Long-lasting diamond life
- PC controllable
Description
The AutoCleaver LDA™ is a high precision fiber cleaver, designed for angle cleaving of large diameter fibers (LDF). It is a special version of the well-known AutoCleaver LDF™ which provide outstanding cleaving performance for fibers from 230 μm up to 1000 μm in diameter.
The AutoCleaver LDA™ is capable of cleaving fibers with a coating diameter up to 1000 μm, achieving cleave angles from 0 up to more than 15 degrees with very consistent ±0.5 degrees cleave angles. The cleave angle is set using a micrometer screw positioner allowing the operator to quickly setup the cleaver for different fiber sizes or cleave angles.
The v-groove clamp block and the fiber height adjuster are selected to match the diameter of the fiber cladding. The v-groove clamp block and the height adjuster work together as a fiber handling kit to ensure optimum cleaving performance for a particular fiber range. These parts have to be be selected from the Selection Guide Matrix when you purchase the cleaver. The parts are easily exchanged by the operator to set the cleaver up for a different fiber size.
The built-in microprocessor controls all parameters and settings, such as clamping, tension and the exact position and speed of the diamond blade. This control of sensitive parameters guarantees a high cleaving repeatability and accuracy.
The cleaver is designed to generate a minimum amount of fiber waste, typically less than 20 mm. An automatic waste disposal system removes any hazardous fiber scraps. The cleaver can be connected to a PC that gives access to all programmable parameters and settings.
The AutoCleaver LDA comes in a small bench top design.
Technical data
| Cladding diameter | 230-800+ μm* |
| Coating diameter | 250-1000 μm |
| Cleave angle | 0 to >15 degrees |
| Fiber waste length | Typical < 20mm, automatic disposal |
| Power supply** | External 12 V DC, 15 W |
| Compressed air supply | External compressor**, 6-8 bar, 4 mm instant push-in fitting |
| PC Interface | RS-232 |
| Dimensions | 175 mm (W) x 138 mm (D) x 104 mm (H) |
| Weight | 2.5 kg |
NYFORS part number: 50400000
Included in delivery: AutoCleaver LDA™ unit for angle cleaving, PC software, RS-232 cable, Manual and Tools.
* Fiber specific handling parts required. See the Selection Guide Matrix for more information.
** Not included in delivery.