With over 30 years’ experience of fusion splicer innovation, production and supply. Sumitomo Electric fusion splicers are used world-wide by network installers, fibre optic manufacturers, data centre constructors and carrier grade network operators. Sumitomo Electric’s product range is comprehensive; from hand held micro-splicers through splicers for FTTx and data centre build to High Definition Core Aligning splicers for the backbone network and ribbon splicers for high density networks.
Sumitomo T82C+ Fusion Splicer
High Definition Core Alignment Fusion Splicer
Sumitomo T82C+ Fusion Splicer is a high-definition, AI-powered core alignment fusion splicer engineered for exceptional accuracy, speed, and durability in demanding fiber optic environments. Featuring NanoTune™ AI technology, it dramatically improves splicing efficiency and minimizes splice loss—even under less-than-ideal fiber preparation. Its proactive preventive maintenance alerts help reduce unexpected downtime.
Highlights
- Achieves splicing in just 5 seconds (Quick Mode) and heating in about 8–9 seconds
- Typical losses are just 0.01 dB for SMF and MMF fibers
- Utilizes AI to optimize splicing parameters automatically, ensuring high yield and minimal rework
- Built to endure field conditions with proven toughness, including resistance to drops, dust, and water.
Technical Specifications Snapshot
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Fiber Types | SMF (G.652), MMF (G.651), DSF (G.653), NZDSF (G.655), BIF (G.657), CSF (G.654), EDF |
| Fiber Dimensions | Cladding: 80–150 µm, Coating: 100–1,000 µm |
| Coating Diameter | 100–1,000 µm |
| Splice Performance | Loss: 0.01 dB (SMF/MMF); Splice time: 5 s (Quick), 7 s (Standard/Auto); Heating: 8–9 s |
| Battery Life | Up to 320 splice & heat cycles per full charge |
| Optics | Dual CMOS cameras; up to 380× zoom (760× in single axis), 270× dual axis |
| Memory | Internal: 200 images / 10,000 splices; With 8 GB SD card: 50,200 images / 20,000 splices |
| Environmental Rating | Altitude: 0–6,000 m; Temp: –10 to +50 °C; Humidity: 0–95%; Wind up to 15 m/s |
| Physical Specs | Size: 128 × 154 × 130 mm (without bumper); Weight: ~1.9 kg (without battery), ~2.2 kg (with battery) |
| Display | 5″ touch‐screen color LCD |
| Electrode Life | Approx. 6,000 arc discharges. |
Designed for the Field
- Dual Independent Heaters & Flexible Clamps
Enhances throughput by allowing simultaneous splicing and heating tasks. - User-Friendly Interface
Includes a touch-optimized UI, onboard training video, and optional wireless LAN connectivity (via SumiCloud™ for remote support) - Robust Construction
Tested for shocks (e.g., 76 cm drops), water resistance (IPx2), and dust resistance (IP5x) for reliable field use
Benefits Summary
- Speed & Efficiency: Ultra-fast splice and heat cycles boost productivity.
- Precision & Consistency: NanoTune™ delivers reliable low-loss results, even with imperfect fiber prep.
- Built for Remote Fields: Rugged design and strong environmental specs ensure readiness for harsh conditions.
- Operator-Friendly: Touch interface, video tutorials, and cloud connectivity support ease of use and troubleshooting.
Sumitomo Electric Industries The Leading Force in Information and Communications Technology Worldwide
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. is a global corporate group comprised of 332 consolidated companies and over 220,000 employees in more than 30 countries around the world. SEI is listed 471 in Fortune Magazine’s 2014 Largest 500 Global Companies based on revenue—the only optical fiber and cable manufacturer on the list, as a testimony to its continued growth, profitability, and stability. SEI has long been a leading edge force in the advancement of information and communications technology through decades of pioneering industry-changing innovations and solutions that have led to the advancements in optical fiber networks we witness today.
As pioneers in optical fiber and connectivity innovations in Asia and throughout the world, Sumitomo Electric Industries, our parent company, passes its expertise on to us… giving us a competitive advantage that we pass right along to you.
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