16 © 2012, AFL, all rights reserved PP-4-00034, Revision 2 , 4 14 16 Specifications are subject to change without notice Specifications PARAMETER VALUE Cycle time Typical < 18 seconds Cladding diameter 230-800+ μm* Coating diameter 250-1000 μm Cleave angle 0 to >15 degrees Fiber waste length Typical < 20 mm, 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 * Fiber specific handling parts required See the Selection Guide Matrix for more information AutoCleaver LDA Features • 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 • PC controllable 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 unique and patent pending cleaving process generates typical cleave angles of less than 0 5 degrees 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 17 © 2012, AFL, all rights reserved PP-4-00034, Revision 2 , 4 14 16 Specifications are subject to change without notice AutoCleaver LDA Ordering Information DESCRIPTION AFL NO. AutoCleaver LDA with Power Supply and Cord Includes: AutoCleaver LDA unit for angle cleaving, PC software, RS-232 cable, Manual and Tools 50100020 * See Fiber Handling matrix below for additional required items Selection Guide Matrix for Determining Fiber Handling Kit DESCRIPTION LABEL AFL NO. V-Groove (Used with all splicer brands) Select size based on fiber cladding diameter V-groove, LD, Cladding 200-349 μm Orange 50100086 V-groove, LD, Cladding 350-699 μm Green 50100087 V-groove, LD, Cladding 700-1000 μm Red 50100088 Height Adjuster (Used with all splicer brands) Select size based on fiber cladding diameter Height Adj LD, Cladding 200-349 μm Orange 50100048 Height Adj LD, Cladding 350-529 μm White 50100049 Height Adj LD, Cladding 530-699 μm Black 50100050 Height Adj LD, Cladding 700-1000 μm Red 50100051 Misc. Accessories DESCRIPTION AFL NO. Diamond blade 50100091 Cleaver Blade Replacement Tool 50000050 Power Supply, 100-240V, 1 25A 50100075 Adapter for Power Supply, US 50100009