AFL ASW-02 Splicing Workstation for Aerial and Terrestrial Fiber Splicing
AFL ASW-02 Splicing Workstation provides a stable work surface and secure mounting for a fusion splicer and fiber cleaver during aerial or terrestrial splicing. Its pivoting cleaver arm, safety straps, mounting post, and tripod receptacle support pole, strand, bucket, ladder, and confined FTTH applications. Available with or without the aerial mounting system from Simbol Test Systems, an authorized Canadian distributor and service center for AFL and Fujikura products.
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AFL ASW-02 Splicing Workstation
The AFL ASW-02 Splicing Workstation is a portable work platform designed to securely support a fusion splicer and fiber cleaver during aerial and terrestrial fiber optic splicing. It provides a stable work surface while helping protect valuable equipment against accidental drops and damage in challenging field locations.
The workstation combines a work tray, pivoting cleaver mounting arm, mounting post, tripod receptacle, and safety straps in a practical field-ready system. Depending on the selected configuration, it can be mounted directly to a telephone pole, attached to an aerial cable strand, connected to compatible bucket or ladder mounting accessories, or installed on a tripod.
This mounting flexibility makes the ASW-02 suitable for FTTH installation, aerial cable work, pole-mounted splicing, taut-sheath access, restoration, maintenance, and other applications where technicians need a secure workstation but have limited access to a conventional work surface.
Stable Support for Fusion Splicing Equipment
The AFL ASW-02 Splicing Workstation helps technicians organize and secure essential fusion splicing equipment at the work location. Its tray provides space for the splicer, while the dedicated cleaver arm securely captures the cleaver and allows it to rotate into or out of the active workspace.
- Secure equipment mounting: Helps protect the fusion splicer and cleaver from accidental drops during field operation.
- Pivoting cleaver arm: Secures the cleaver and allows it to rotate into the workspace when needed.
- Pole mounting: The full kit supports direct attachment to a telephone or utility pole.
- Aerial strand mounting: An adjustable mounting system supports attachment to an aerial cable strand.
- Bucket and ladder compatibility: Includes a post for connection to compatible bucket or ladder mounting accessories.
- Tripod mounting: A tripod receptacle supports terrestrial and confined FTTH splicing applications.
- Safety straps: Help secure, position, raise, or lower the workstation during aerial work.
- Cable management: Cable-tie locations help secure fiber cables during preparation and splicing.
- Low-glare surface: A matte finish helps reduce distracting reflections during field operation.
Aerial Strand and Pole Mounting
The full ASW-02 kit includes an aerial mounting system for direct pole or cable-strand attachment. The strand mounting system is adjustable, allowing the technician to position the workstation near the fiber access point.
This adjustability is particularly useful during taut-sheath cable access, where only a limited amount of slack fiber may be available. Positioning the workstation closer to the cable can help reduce unnecessary fiber movement and provide a more controlled working arrangement.
During aerial work, the safety straps can be secured to the cable strand to provide additional security and assist with workstation positioning. For pole-mounted work, the straps help secure the workstation to the pole and may also be used when raising or lowering the workstation.
Bucket, Ladder, and Tripod Mounting Options
The ASW-02 includes a mounting post for connection to compatible bucket and ladder accessories, including suitable splicer-head mounting rigs. This configuration gives technicians a stable platform when working from an elevated bucket or ladder.
A tripod receptacle provides an additional mounting option for terrestrial applications. Tripod mounting is useful in locations where ground space is limited or where the technician needs to position the splicer close to a closure, cabinet, pedestal, or FTTH access point.
The ASW-02 is available without the aerial mounting system for customers who primarily require bucket, ladder, or tripod operation. This allows customers to select the workstation configuration that best matches their installation and maintenance work.
Pivoting Fiber Cleaver Mount
The integrated cleaver mount is designed to securely capture the fiber cleaver during operation. The pivoting arm allows the cleaver to rotate into the active workspace for fiber preparation and move away when additional tray space is needed.
This arrangement helps keep the cleaver organized and accessible while reducing the risk of dropping it from the workstation. The pivoting design is especially useful in aerial and confined work environments where tray space must be managed carefully.
Designed for Taut-Sheath and FTTH Applications
The AFL ASW-02 is optimized to simplify taut-sheath splicing applications. Its adjustable aerial mounting system helps position the workstation near the cable when minimal slack fiber is available, supporting more controlled fiber handling during preparation and splicing.
Tripod mounting also makes the workstation suitable for tight FTTH environments where technicians must work close to a cabinet, closure, pedestal, building entrance, or customer access point. Cable-tie locations on the tray help stabilize cables and reduce unwanted movement during the splicing process.
Fusion Splicer Compatibility
The ASW-02 specification sheet identifies compatibility with Fujikura FSM-17, FSM-18, FSM-50, FSM-60, and 19/70 Series fusion splicers. Compatibility with other splicer models, cleavers, transit-case accessories, mounting rigs, or newer equipment should be confirmed before ordering.
The appropriate configuration depends on the fusion splicer, cleaver, mounting location, available support structure, and whether pole or aerial strand attachment is required.
Why Buy the AFL ASW-02 from Simbol Test Systems?
Simbol Test Systems supplies professional fusion splicers, fiber cleavers, thermal strippers, splicing workstations, mounting accessories, cleaning products, and fiber preparation tools. As an authorized Canadian distributor and service center for AFL and Fujikura products, we support customers with product selection, repair, maintenance, and technical service.
Simbol Test Systems can help determine whether the full ASW-02 kit or the workstation without the aerial mounting system is the appropriate choice. Before ordering, confirm the fusion splicer, cleaver, mounting method, aerial strand or pole requirements, and any bucket, ladder, or tripod accessories needed for the application.
AFL ASW-02 Splicing Workstation Features
| Brand | AFL |
| Model | ASW-02 |
| Product Name | AFL ASW-02 Splicing Workstation |
| Product Type | Portable fusion splicing workstation and equipment mounting platform |
| Primary Applications | Aerial, pole-mounted, terrestrial, bucket, ladder, tripod, FTTH, and taut-sheath fiber splicing |
| Equipment Support | Fusion splicer and fiber cleaver |
| Work Surface | Portable tray with a matte finish to reduce glare |
| Cleaver Mount | Secure pivoting arm that rotates the cleaver into or out of the workspace |
| Aerial Mounting | Available mounting system for direct pole or adjustable cable-strand attachment |
| Bucket and Ladder Mounting | Mounting post for attachment to compatible bucket or ladder mounting accessories |
| Tripod Mounting | Integrated tripod receptacle |
| Safety Features | Dual safety straps for securing, positioning, raising, or lowering the workstation |
| Cable Management | Cable-tie locations for securing cables during splicing |
| Supported Splicer Families | Fujikura FSM-17, FSM-18, FSM-50, FSM-60, and 19/70 Series models as identified in the product specification |
AFL ASW-02 Ordering Information
| Configuration | Included Mounting Features | AFL No. |
|---|---|---|
| ASW-02 Splicing Workstation Full Kit | Aerial mounting system for strand and pole mounting, bucket or ladder mounting post, tripod receptacle, and safety straps | S010532 |
| ASW-02 Splicing Workstation without Aerial Mounting System | Bucket or ladder mounting post and tripod receptacle; aerial mounting system not included | S013620 |
ASW-02 Mounting Configuration Guide
| Mounting Method | Application | Configuration Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone or Utility Pole | Aerial cable access, repair, installation, and taut-sheath splicing | Full kit with aerial mounting system |
| Aerial Cable Strand | Adjustable positioning close to the cable when available slack is limited | Full kit with aerial mounting system |
| Bucket Mount | Elevated aerial installation and maintenance | Compatible bucket accessory attached to the supplied mounting post |
| Ladder Mount | Elevated access where a bucket truck is not used | Compatible ladder accessory attached to the supplied mounting post |
| Tripod Mount | Terrestrial, confined-space, cabinet, closure, pedestal, and FTTH splicing | Compatible tripod attached to the integrated receptacle |
Professional Support and Availability
Before ordering, confirm the fusion splicer model, fiber cleaver, mounting environment, available support structure, aerial strand or pole requirements, and the need for bucket, ladder, or tripod accessories. Compatibility with equipment not listed in the product specification should be verified.
Contact Simbol Test Systems for AFL ASW-02 availability, full-kit or workstation-only selection, compatibility assistance, mounting accessories, fusion splicing tools, maintenance, repair, or technical support.