Fujikura HTS-12 High Tensile Fiber Stripper
Fujikura HTS-12 High Tensile Fiber Stripper provides controlled thermal removal of 250 µm and 400 µm fiber coatings for high-strength specialty fusion splicing workflows. Adjustable heating temperature and duration support different coating materials, while replaceable self-centering blades help prevent unnecessary contact with the fiber cladding. Compatible with selected Fujikura FH-40 and FH-100 Series fiber holders. Available from Simbol Test Systems, an authorized Canadian distributor and service center for AFL and Fujikura products.
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Fujikura HTS-12 High Tensile Fiber Stripper
The Fujikura HTS-12 High Tensile Fiber Stripper is a thermal optical fiber preparation tool designed for applications where preserving fiber strength is important. It provides controlled removal of compatible fiber coatings before cleaning, precision cleaving, and specialty fusion splicing.
The standard HTS-12 configuration supports single silica fiber with approximately 125 µm cladding and 250 µm coating. Optional blade assemblies are available for 125/400 µm and 80/160 µm cladding and coating combinations, allowing the stripper to support several specialty fiber preparation requirements.
Heating temperature and duration can be adjusted according to the coating material and stripping process. Thermal conditioning softens the coating before removal, helping reduce the mechanical force required during stripping. This controlled process supports applications where glass surface condition and retained fiber strength are important.
Controlled Thermal Stripping for High-Strength Fiber Preparation
The Fujikura HTS-12 combines adjustable heating with replaceable self-centering blades. The blade assembly positions the optical fiber while removing the softened coating, eliminating the need for a separate external fiber guide.
- High-strength fiber preparation: Designed to remove compatible coatings while helping preserve the condition of the exposed glass fiber.
- Adjustable heating temperature: Selectable settings of 120°C, 140°C, 160°C, or 180°C support different coating materials.
- Fast heating cycle: Provides an approximate heating time of three seconds under supported conditions.
- Self-centering blades: Position the fiber without requiring a separate external guide.
- Replaceable blade assemblies: Blade options are available for 80/160 µm, 125/250 µm, and 125/400 µm fiber configurations.
- Up to 35 mm stripping length: Supports preparation of longer exposed-fiber sections for specialty splicing and component assembly.
- Single-fiber operation: Designed for the controlled preparation of one optical fiber at a time.
- Fiber-holder compatibility: Accepts compatible Fujikura FH-40 and FH-100 Series fiber holders.
- Compact bench-top design: Suitable for laboratory, production, research, and specialty fiber workstations.
Self-Centering Blade Technology
The HTS-12 uses combined blade and centering assemblies. The centralizing features position the fiber relative to the stripping blades, helping reduce the possibility of unwanted blade contact with the glass cladding.
Integrating the centering mechanism into the replaceable blade assembly eliminates the need for a separate guide. This simplifies blade replacement and makes it easier to change between compatible fiber configurations.
The correct blade assembly must be selected according to the actual cladding and coating diameters. Using an incorrectly sized blade may result in incomplete coating removal, excessive coating residue, glass damage, or inconsistent stripping performance.
Adjustable Temperature for Different Coating Materials
The HTS-12 offers four selectable heating temperatures: 120°C, 140°C, 160°C, and 180°C. The appropriate setting depends on the coating material, coating thickness, fiber dimensions, ambient conditions, and required stripping performance.
A lower temperature may be suitable for coatings that soften easily, while a higher setting may be needed for materials requiring additional thermal conditioning. The lowest temperature that provides clean and consistent stripping should generally be established through a controlled process evaluation.
Heating duration is also adjustable. Temperature and heating time should be optimized together to remove the coating without overheating the fiber, leaving excessive residue, or unnecessarily extending the preparation cycle.
Blade Options for 80 µm and 125 µm Fibers
The standard HTS-12 is supplied with a 125/250 µm blade assembly. This configuration supports compatible fibers with approximately 125 µm cladding and 250 µm coating.
An optional 125/400 µm blade assembly is available for compatible fibers with 125 µm cladding and 400 µm coating. An 80/160 µm blade assembly supports selected specialty fibers with approximately 80 µm cladding and 160 µm coating.
Fiber dimensions should be confirmed from the applicable fiber specification rather than estimated from the nominal product description. Coating material, concentricity, dimensional tolerance, and fiber construction can affect stripping performance.
FH-40 and FH-100 Fiber Holder Compatibility
The HTS-12 accepts compatible Fujikura FH-40 and FH-100 Series fiber holders. Using a holder helps maintain fiber positioning during stripping and supports controlled transfer between preparation tools and the fusion splicer.
The fiber holder must match the coating diameter and fiber construction. The selected holder should also be compatible with the downstream cleaver and fusion splicer to maintain the required preparation length throughout the process.
FH-40 Series holders are associated with selected legacy Fujikura specialty splicers, while FH-100 Series holders support compatible ARCMaster and specialty fiber processing systems. Exact holder compatibility should be confirmed before ordering.
High-Strength Specialty Fusion Splicing Applications
The HTS-12 is designed for specialty fiber workflows where the strength of the prepared glass fiber is important. Excessive blade contact, mechanical stress, contamination, or mishandling during preparation may introduce surface damage that reduces retained fiber strength.
A complete high-strength preparation workflow may include controlled thermal stripping, suitable cleaning, non-contact or tension-method cleaving, precision fusion splicing, recoating, and proof testing. Each tool and process should be selected according to the fiber dimensions and required finished component performance.
The stripper is particularly suitable for use with selected Fujikura FSM-40F and FSM-40PM specialty fusion-splicing systems and compatible fiber-holder configurations.
Applications for the Fujikura HTS-12
- High-strength optical fiber preparation
- Specialty fiber fusion splicing
- Fiber laser and photonics manufacturing
- Polarization-maintaining fiber preparation
- Optical sensing and component production
- Laboratory and research fiber processing
- Preparation of compatible 80 µm cladding fiber
- Preparation of compatible 125 µm cladding fiber
- Removal of 160, 250, or 400 µm coatings with the appropriate blade
- Workflows using compatible FH-40 or FH-100 Series fiber holders
Why Buy the Fujikura HTS-12 from Simbol Test Systems?
Simbol Test Systems supplies professional specialty fiber strippers, fusion splicers, precision cleavers, ultrasonic cleaners, fiber holders, replacement blades, recoaters, and related fiber preparation equipment. As an authorized Canadian distributor and service center for AFL and Fujikura products, we support customers with product selection, repair, maintenance, and technical service.
Correct blade, fiber-holder, temperature, and heating-time selection is essential for reliable specialty fiber preparation. Simbol Test Systems can help review the cladding diameter, coating diameter, coating material, required strip length, holder model, and downstream splicing process to configure the HTS-12 for the intended application.
Fujikura HTS-12 High Tensile Stripper Specifications
| Brand | Fujikura |
| Model | HTS-12 |
| Product Name | Fujikura HTS-12 High Tensile Fiber Stripper |
| Product Type | Specialty optical fiber thermal stripper |
| Fiber Count | Single fiber |
| Standard Fiber Configuration | 125 µm cladding with 250 µm coating |
| Optional Fiber Configurations | 80/160 µm and 125/400 µm with the appropriate blade assembly |
| Maximum Stripping Length | 35 mm |
| Temperature Settings | 120°C, 140°C, 160°C, and 180°C |
| Approximate Heating Time | Three seconds |
| Blade Design | Replaceable self-centering blade assembly |
| Compatible Fiber Holders | Selected Fujikura FH-40 and FH-100 Series fiber holders |
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, using the compatible AC adapter |
| Dimensions | 140 x 60 x 60 mm |
| Weight | Approximately 600 g |
Fujikura HTS-12 Ordering Information
| Description | Configuration | AFL No. |
|---|---|---|
| Fujikura HTS-12 High Tensile Stripper | HTS-12 with 125/250 µm blades and one-year factory warranty | S012094 |
HTS-12 Blade Options and Power Accessories
| Description | Application | AFL No. |
|---|---|---|
| 80/160 µm Blade | For compatible fibers with 80 µm cladding and 160 µm coating | S016841 |
| 125/250 µm Blade | For compatible fibers with 125 µm cladding and 250 µm coating | S011942 |
| 125/400 µm Blade | For compatible fibers with 125 µm cladding and 400 µm coating | S011946 |
| ADC-08 AC Adapter | Replacement AC adapter for the HTS-12 | S010996 |
| ACC-09 AC Power Cord | Compatible AC power cord | S014390 |
HTS-12 Blade Selection Guide
Select the blade according to both the cladding and coating diameters. For standard 125 µm fiber with a 250 µm coating, use the 125/250 µm blade supplied with the HTS-12.
Use the 125/400 µm blade for compatible 125 µm cladding fibers with 400 µm coatings. Use the 80/160 µm blade only for compatible specialty fibers with approximately 80 µm cladding and 160 µm coating.
After changing the blade assembly, verify fiber centering, stripping performance, glass surface condition, coating-residue removal, and the selected heating parameters before returning the tool to production use.
Care and Maintenance
Inspect the blade assembly, heater, holder interface, and surrounding surfaces regularly. Remove coating debris using suitable cleaning tools and follow Fujikura maintenance instructions.
Do not use damaged, contaminated, or incorrectly sized blades. If stripping leaves excessive residue, damages the glass, or becomes inconsistent, inspect the fiber dimensions, blade condition, temperature setting, heating duration, holder alignment, and cleanliness.
Professional Support and Availability
Contact Simbol Test Systems with the fiber cladding diameter, coating diameter, coating material, required strip length, fiber-holder model, and downstream fusion-splicing process to request Fujikura HTS-12 availability, blade selection, replacement accessories, maintenance, repair, or technical support.