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Fusion Splicers

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Broadband customers around the world rely on SWIFT fiber optic fusion splicers to provide best-in-class optical performance that deliver easy and affordable installs. From All-In-One splicers that perform all 5 splicing functions in a single unit to stand-alone fusion splicers, SWIFT delivers advanced fiber terminations.

Fusion Splicers

KF4A - Active cladding alignment splicer

Model Number KF4A

Specifications

Alignment: IPAAS clad-to-clad (active cladding alignment)
Fiber types/sizes: 0.25 mm, 0.9 mm, 2.0 mm, 3.0 mm indoor cable; cladding Ø 125 μm; coating Ø 150 μm–3 mm
Fiber count: Single fiber
Cleaved length: 7–16 mm (0.28–0.63 in)
Modes: 300 splice modes; 100 heat modes
Typical splice loss: SM 0.02 dB; MM 0.01 dB; DS 0.04 dB; NZDS 0.04 dB
Return loss: > 60 dB
Splicing time: ~7 s (SM)
Sleeve heating time: ~13 s (IS-60 mode with IS-60 sleeve)
Protection sleeves: 40 mm, 60 mm (micro sleeve)
Storage of results: Up to 5,000 data entries; up to 5,000 images
Tension test: 1.96–2.25 N
Operating conditions: Altitude 0–5,000 m; temp 14°F–122°F; humidity 0–95%; wind 15 m/s; dust/water/shock resistant
Storage conditions: –40°F to 176°F; humidity 0–95%
Dimensions/weight: 132(W) × 212(L) × 73(H) mm (without protector); 1.5 kg (incl. battery)
Viewing/display: Dual-axis CMOS cameras; 4.3″ color LCD
Magnification: X/Y 110×; Max 220×
Power: Li-ion 14.8 V, 3400 mAh; 100–240 V AC charger
Battery life: ~200 splice cycles per charge
Electrode life: Up to 38,000 splices
Blade life: Up to 77,000 cleaves
I/O: USB

Standard package (included)

KF4A arc fusion splicer
Battery (KF-3400) & Battery adapter (FY1701000)
Spare electrodes (EI-24)
Transport case (HC-11 hard case)
Optical fiber holder (pair)
Cooling tray (CT-01; 40 mm)
Allen wrench (LD-3300)
USB cable
Hard brush, soft brush
Tool box, tweezers
Instructions for use

Option package (accessories & consumables)

Battery KF-3400
Cleaver blade BI-07
Electrodes EI-24
Soft transport case ILST-SS03(L)
Work belt WB-01
Protection sleeves S09-C, S09, S30-C, S30
SOC connectors SC, LC, FC, ST
Manual stripper CF-02
External power DC 12 V (vehicle power)
Optical fiber holders: HS-250, HS-900, HS-2.5, HS-IN, KF4-SC/FC, KF4-ST, KF4-ILC, LS-900 (choose one).

Upgrade options

VFL module (650 nm visual fault locator)
InGaAs power meter (receive power / loss verification).

KF4A Brochure

KF4 - Active cladding alignment splicer

Model Number KF4

Specifications

Fiber alignment: IPAAS, Active V-Groove Alignment
Applicable fiber types: 0.25 mm, 0.9 mm, 2.0 mm, 3.0 mm indoor cable
Fiber count: Single fiber
Applicable fiber dimensions: Cladding Ø 125 μm; Coating Ø 150 μm–3 mm
Cleaved length: 7–16 mm (0.28–0.63 in)
Modes: Splice 300; Heat 100
Typical splice loss: SM 0.02 dB; MM 0.01 dB; DS 0.04 dB; NZDS 0.04 dB
Return loss: > 60 dB
Splicing time: ~7 s (SM)
Splice loss estimate: Available
Sleeve heating time: ~13 s (IS-60 mode with IS-60 sleeve)
Protection sleeves: 40 mm (2.4 in); 60 mm (1.5 in) micro sleeve
Storage of results: Data up to 5,000; Images up to 5,000
Tension test: 1.96–2.25 N
Operating conditions: Altitude 0–5,000 m; Temp 14°F–122°F; Humidity 0–95%; Wind 15 m/s; non-condensing; dust/water/shock resistant
Storage conditions: −40°C to 80°C (−40°F to 176°F); Humidity 0–95%
Dimensions: 124(W) × 189(L) × 75(H) mm (without rubber protector)
Weight: 1.1 kg (including battery)
Display: Dual-axis CMOS cameras; 4.3″ color LCD (109 mm)
Magnification: X/Y 130×; Max 260×
Power: Li-ion 14.8 V, 3400 mAh; 100–240 V AC charger
Battery life: ~200 splice cycles
Electrode life: Up to 38,000 splices
Blade life: Up to 77,000 cleaves
I/O: USB

Standard package (included)

Arc Fusion Splicer: SWIFT KF4 (1)
Battery: KF-3400 (1)
Battery adapter: FY1701000 (1)
Instructions for use: (1)
Spare electrodes: EI-24 (1 pair)
Transport case: Hard Case (1)
Cooling tray: CT-01 (40 mm / 1.5 in) (1)
Screwdriver: LD-3300 (1)
USB cable: (1)
Sleeve clamp: SC-01 (1)
Cleaver: CS-01BT (1)
Manual stripper: CF-02 (1)
Alcohol dispenser: POM (1)
Cleaning brush: (1)
Tweezers: (1)
Optical fiber holders: HS-250 (pair), HS-900 (pair), LS-900 (loose tube), KF4-SC/FC, KF4-ILC (1 set)

Option package (accessories & consumables)

Battery pack: KF-3400
Cleaver blade: BI-07
Electrodes: EI-24
Work belt: WB-01
Work table: WK-02
Sleeves: S09-C, S09, S30-C, S30
SOC connectors: SC, LC, FC, ST
External power: DC 12 V (car cigar-jack compatible)
Optical fiber holders: HS-2.5, HS-IN, KF4-ST-01

KF4 Brochure

KF4AV - Active cladding alignment splicer

Model Number KF4AV

Benefits & Features

Rotating blade life up to 110,000.
Remote maintenance via internet.
Integrated 5-in-1 workflow: stripping, cleaning, cleaving, splicing, protecting.
Built-in VFL (650 nm) to visually locate breaks, bad splices/connectors, etc.
Built-in InGaAs power meter to check receive power / loss before turn-up.

Specifications

Fiber alignment: IPAAS active cladding alignment
Applicable fibers: 0.25 mm, 0.9 mm, 2.0 mm, 3.0 mm indoor cable
Fiber count: Single fiber
Fiber dimensions: Cladding Ø 125 μm; coating Ø 150 μm–3 mm
Cleaved length: 0.20–0.63 in
Modes: 300 splice / 100 heat
Typical splice loss: SM 0.02 dB; MM 0.01 dB; DS 0.04 dB; NZDS 0.04 dB
Return loss: > 60 dB
Splicing time: ~7 s (SM)
Sleeve heating: ~13 s (IS-60 mode with IS-60 sleeve)
Protection sleeves: 2.4 in, 1.5 in, micro sleeves
Storage (results): up to 5,000 data entries; up to 5,000 images
Tension test: 1.96–2.25 N
Operating conditions: 0–5,000 m; 14°F–122°F; 0–95% RH; 15 m/s wind; dust/water/shock-resistant
Storage conditions: 40°F–176°F; 0–95% RH
Dimensions/weight: 132(W) × 212(L) × 73(H) mm (w/o protector); 1.5 kg (incl. battery)
Display: Dual-axis CMOS cameras; 4.3″ color LCD
Magnification: X/Y 110×; max 220×
Power: Li-ion 14.8 V, 3400 mAh; 100–240 V AC charger
Battery life: ~200 splice cycles
Electrode life: 38,000 splices
Blade life: up to 77,000 + 33,000 fibers (with 0.12 mm blade height increase)
I/O: USB

Standard Package (Included)

Arc fusion splicer: SWIFT KF4A — 1
Battery: KF-3400 — 1
Battery adapter: FY1701000 — 1
Instructions for use — –
Spare electrodes: EI-24 — 1 pair
Hard case: HC-11 — 1
Optical fiber holder: — 1 pair
Cooling tray: CT-01 (1.5 in) — 1
Allen wrench: LD-3300 — 1
USB cable: 1
Hard brush: 1
Soft brush: 1
Tool box: 1
Tweezers: 1

Option Package (Accessories & Consumables)

Battery: KF-3400
Cleaver blade: BI-07
Electrodes: EI-24
Soft case: ILST-SS03(L)
Work belt: WB-01
Sleeves: S09-C, S09, S30-C, S30
Sleeve clamp: SC-01
SOC connectors: SC, LC, FC, ST
Manual stripper: CF-02
External power: DC 12 V (car cigar-jack)
Optical fiber holders: HS-250, HS-900, HS-2.5, HS-IN, KF4-SC/FC, KF4-ST, KF4-ILC, LS-900 (choose one)

Upgrade Options

VFL (Visual Fault Locator): 650 nm red laser.
InGaAs power meter: receive-power / loss verification

KF4AV Brochure

KF4A-HDC - Active cladding alignment splicer

Model Number KF4A-HDC

Specifications

Fiber alignment: IPAAS active cladding alignment
Applicable fibers: 0.25 mm, 0.9 mm, 2.0 mm, 3.0 mm cable
Fiber count: Single fiber
Fiber dimensions: Cladding Ø 125 μm; coating Ø 150 μm–3 mm
Cleaved length: 7–16 mm (0.20–0.63 in)
Modes: Splice 300; Heat 100
Typical splice loss: SM 0.02 dB; MM 0.01 dB; DS 0.04 dB; NZDS 0.04 dB
Return loss: > 60 dB
Splicing time: ~7 s (SM)
Sleeve heating time: ~13 s (IS-60 mode with IS-60 sleeve)
Protection sleeves: 40 mm (1.5 in) or 60 mm (2.4 in) micro sleeves
Storage of results: Data up to 5,000; Images up to 5,000
Tension test: 1.96–2.25 N
Operating conditions: Altitude 0–5,000 m; 14°F–122°F; 0–95% RH; 15 m/s wind; non-condensing; dust/water/shock-resistant
Storage conditions: −40°F to 176°F; 0–95% RH
Dimensions: 132(W) × 212(L) × 73(H) mm (excluding bumper)
Weight: 1.5 kg (incl. battery)
Display: 2 CMOS cameras; 5.0″ color LCD
Magnification: X/Y 110×; Max 220×
Power: Li-ion 14.8 V, 3400 mAh; 100–240 V AC charger
Battery life: ~200 splice cycles
Electrode life: Up to 38,000 splices
Blade life: Up to 77,000 cleaves
I/O: USB

Standard package (included)

Arc fusion splicer: SWIFT KF4A-HDC — 1
Battery: KF-3400 — 1
Battery adapter: 100–240 V — 1
Instructions for use: 1
Spare electrodes: EI-24 — 1 pair
Transporting case: HC-11 (hard case) — 1
Optical fiber holder: 1 pair
Sleeve clamp: SC-01 — 1
Cooling tray: CT-01 (40 mm / 1.5 in) — 1
Allen wrench: LD-3300 — 1
USB cable: 1
Hard brush: 1
Soft brush: 1
Tool box: 1
Tweezers: 1

Option package (accessories & consumables)

Battery: KF-3400
Cleaver blade: BI-07
Electrodes: EI-24
Transporting case: ILST-SS03 (L) soft case
Work belt: WB-01
Sleeves: S09-C, S09, S30-C, S30
SOC connectors: SC, LC, FC, ST
Manual stripper: CF-02
External power: DC 12 V (car cigar-jack compatible)
Optical fiber holders (choose one): HS-250, HS-900, HS-2.5, HS-IN, KF4-SC/FC, KF4-ST, KF4-ILC, LS-900, HDC-900L, HDC-900S, ROC-900, SST-900L, SST-250L

Optional holders (drop cable models)

580-900: 5.4–5.8 mm round drop; 900 μm jacket holder
500-900: 5.0 mm round drop; 900 μm jacket holder
ROC-900: ROC® dielectric drop 5.4 × 3.0 mm; 900 μm holder
SST-900L: SST dielectric drop 8.1 × 4.5 mm; 900 μm holder
SST-250L: SST dielectric drop 8.1 × 4.5 mm; 250 μm holder
HS-IN: 5.0 × 2.0 mm drop; 250 μm holder
Items marked with an asterisk on the page are included in the HDCFT Accessory Kit

Upgrade option

HDCFT-KIT Accessory Kit (HDCFT-01): Tools to prepare and terminate UCL Swift hardened fusion splice-on connectors onto 8.1 × 4.5 mm flat drop and ROC®-style drop. Accessory kit required to install HDC connector; sold separately.

KF4A-HDC Brochure

Traditional Fusion Splicers

SWIFT KR12A

SWIFT KR12A

The KR12A is UCL Swift’s advanced ribbon fiber fusion splicer, designed for high-efficiency splicing in large-scale broadband and FTTx deployments. It features fast splicing and heating times, high-precision alignment, and durability for demanding field environments.

Key Highlights

Ribbon Splicing – handles 1–12 fiber ribbons with speed and accuracy.
Fast Operation – reduced splicing and heating cycles to improve productivity.
Durability – shockproof, waterproof, and dustproof for field use.
User-Friendly Interface – large LCD screen and intuitive controls for simplified operation.
Reliability – ensures low splice loss and consistent performance for high-bandwidth networks.