Sumitomo Electric FC-6R+ Optical Fiber Cleaver Blade Replacement Guide

The document introduces the operation manual supplement of optical fiber cleaver FC-6R+


Sumitomo Electric FC-6R+ Optical Fiber Cleaver Blade Replacement Guide - cover page
Brand
Sumitomo Electric
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Service Manual
Language
English
Pages
2
File format
PDF
File size
881 KB
Published
20 October, 2023
Updated
20 October, 2023
Model
FC-6R
MD5 checksum
0A4AD3D3635CE8EE443EFD74BC81F84A

About this manual

This document serves as an operation manual supplement specifically for the Sumitomo Electric FC-6R+ optical fiber cleaver. It details the procedure for replacing the cleaving blade, warning users to use only genuine Sumitomo replacement blades to ensure safety and performance. The guide includes specific steps for removing the old blade and installing a new one, along with torque specifications for the setscrew.

What's inside

  • Blade replacement
  • Caution on genuine products
  • Blade removal steps
  • Blade insertion steps
  • Gear wheel installation
  • Setscrew torque specification

Specifications

Optimum torque for blade setscrewApprox. 0.98N∙m (10kgf∙cm)

Frequently asked questions

Can I use non-Sumitomo replacement blades?

No, the manufacturer recommends returning the unit for service and warns that non-genuine blades can cause serious damage and personal injury.

What happens if the blade is hit by metallic objects?

The edge will crack, resulting in poor cleaving performance.

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