AFL Launches Fujikura 100S Fusion Splicer and CT60 Cleaver to Boost Fiber Splicing Productivity!
**AFL has announced the launch of the *Fujikura 100S Fusion Splicer* and the CT60 Fiber Cleaver, introducing a new generation of intelligent tools designed to simplify fiber splicing while improving speed, accuracy, and consistency in the field.** The new solutions automate several manual adjustments that traditionally required high levels of technician skill, helping reduce splicing preparation time by up to 30% while minimizing common alignment and handling errors.
The Fujikura 100S Fusion Splicer represents a significant advancement in core-alignment splicing technology. A key enhancement is dual-fiber loading, which allows technicians to prepare and load two fibers simultaneously, streamlining workflow and reducing handling time during repetitive splicing tasks. This feature is particularly beneficial in high-volume environments such as data centers, backbone networks, and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) deployments, where productivity and consistency are critical.
Another standout feature of the 100S is Splice Coach, a built-in virtual mentoring system that provides real-time feedback during the splicing process. By guiding technicians on technique and setup, Splice Coach helps users—especially those with less experience—develop proper splicing habits more quickly. This embedded guidance reduces reliance on trial-and-error learning and supports faster onboarding of new technicians while maintaining high splice quality.
The 100S also incorporates built-in GPS tracking and location-based locking, adding an extra layer of security and traceability. These features help ensure that the splicer remains accounted for, which is particularly valuable for service providers managing large fleets of tools across multiple job sites.
Complementing the splicer, the CT60 Fiber Cleaver introduces new levels of automation and precision to fiber preparation. The cleaver features an enhanced Auto Blade Adjustment system with 28 blade positions, allowing for finer control and longer blade life compared to previous designs. This expanded adjustment range helps maintain consistent cleave quality over extended use, reducing the likelihood of poor cleaves that can negatively impact splice performance.
Designed with field usability in mind, the CT60 supports one-handed operation through an ergonomic form factor that improves comfort and efficiency during repetitive tasks. In addition, Bluetooth connectivity enables seamless integration with compatible Fujikura fusion splicers, allowing data sharing and coordination between devices to further streamline the splicing workflow.
As the trusted distributor of Fujikura splicing equipment in North America, AFL backs these new tools with comprehensive support services. The company offers 24/7 availability, access to expert repair technicians, same-day service turnaround, and a broad inventory of parts and consumables. This support infrastructure helps ensure minimal downtime for technicians working in time-sensitive deployment and maintenance environments.
Fujikura’s well-known yellow transit cases have become a familiar presence in data centers, trenches, and FTTH installations worldwide, representing decades of reliability and innovation in fiber optic splicing. With the introduction of the 100S Fusion Splicer and CT60 Cleaver, AFL and Fujikura continue to focus on improving technician productivity, reducing skill barriers, and delivering consistent, high-quality fiber connections across modern communication networks.
