Proton™ Field and FTTX Polisher
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Description
Proton™ brings production-level performance to field environments with its innovative design and capabilities. Despite being portable and battery-operated, Proton™ consistently delivers singlemode UPC and APC finishes. This advanced field polisher incorporates the same Independent Suspension (IS) and optically aligned workholder design found in Krell’s mass production Scepter™ Polishing System, ensuring high-quality results in various settings.
Designed for true hand-held operation, Proton™ allows for seamless connector loading, polishing pressure adjustments, and film changes without the need for a table or external support. Its ability to polish connectors in various orientations makes it ideal for accessing cabling in tight spaces such as wire closets, cross-connects, and fiber nodes. This flexibility ensures that Proton™ can be used effectively in a wide range of environments.
The unique design of Proton™ makes it the perfect choice for field networks, including Fiber to the Home/Premise (FTTX), shipboard/aircraft, CATV, and LAN. Whether you are handling a new installation, performing connector repairs, or engaging in research and development efforts, Proton™ provides the performance you need. Its versatility and ease of use make it a valuable tool for any field technician.
Proton™ workholders feature Independent Suspension (IS) for controlled pressure and uniform contact with the polishing surface. The optically aligned workholder ensures optimal polish geometry, enhancing the overall performance of the device. With its portable design and comprehensive capabilities, Proton™ is a versatile and essential tool for field polishing applications.
Proton™ Field and FTTX Polisher
Specifications |
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| Objects Polished: | Fiber Connectors, Waveguides, Bare Fiber, Other |
| Inspection Options: | Real-Time Polishing Inspection, In-Line Surface Inspection, Video Signal, Geometry Measurements, Other |
| Apex Offset: | < 50 microns, maximum |
| Apex Offset: | < 15 microns, typical |
| Radius Of Curvature: | 10-25 mm, 2.5 mm ferrules |
| Radius Of Curvature: | 7-20 mm, 1.25 mm ferrules |
| Radius Of Curvature: | 5-12 mm, APC ferrules |
| Undercut/Protrusion: | 0 to -50 nm |
| Back Reflection: | < -60 dB, UPC |
| Back Reflection: | < -65 dB, APC |
| Insertion Loss: | < 0.25 dB, typical |
| Connector Support: | All industry standard, Mil-spec and custom connectors/termini |
| Process Time: | New termination: 2 min. |
| Process Time: | Connector repair: < 1 min. |
| Polishing Pressure: | Adjustable, linear displacement |
| Cycle Timing: | User adjustable |
| Polishing Motion: | Random orbital |
| Power: | 9 volt alkaline |
| Power: | AC adapter |
| Weight: | 1.8 lbs |
Features
- Singlemode Performance: Achieves high-quality UPC and APC finishes, meeting and exceeding Telcordia specifications.
- Complete Hand-Held Operation: Designed for true portability, allowing for connector loading, pressure setting, and film changing without external support.
- Independent Suspension Workholders: Features optically aligned workholders with Independent Suspension (IS) for controlled pressure and uniform contact.
- Supports All Industry Standard and Mil-Spec Connectors/Termini: Compatible with a wide range of connectors, ensuring versatility in various applications.
- Telcordia Compliant: Meets industry standards for reliability and performance.
- Versatile and Portable: Ideal for field networks such as Fiber to the Home/Premise (FTTX), shipboard/aircraft, CATV, and LAN.
Applications
- Fiber to the Home/Premise (FTTX): Ideal for field networks, enabling efficient installation and maintenance.
- Shipboard/Aircraft Applications: Suitable for use in confined spaces and challenging environments.
- CATV Networks: Provides reliable performance for cable television infrastructure.
- Local Area Networks (LAN): Supports network installations and repairs in various settings.
- New Installations: Facilitates quick and efficient connector terminations.
- Connector Repair: Allows for fast and effective repair of existing connections.
- Research and Development (R&D): Offers high performance for experimental and development purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Proton™ Field and FTTX Polisher supports all industry-standard, Mil-spec, and custom connectors/termini.
The Proton™ Field and FTTX Polisher achieves singlemode UPC and APC finishes, with an apex offset of less than 50 microns and a radius of curvature of 10-25 mm for 2.5 mm ferrules, 7-20 mm for 1.25 mm ferrules, and 5-12 mm for APC ferrules.
It takes approximately 2 minutes to terminate a new connector using the Proton™ Field and FTTX Polisher.
Yes, the Proton™ Field and FTTX Polisher can be used for connector repair, with a process time of less than 1 minute.
Yes, the Proton™ Field and FTTX Polisher is portable and battery operated, making it suitable for field-deployed optical connectors in military, aerospace, and other applications.