The FB-1688C is a precision fiber optic cleaver designed for single-mode fibers with cladding diameters of 125 μm and coating diameters of 250 μm or 900 μm. It offers cleave lengths ranging from 5 to 20 mm. The cleaver features a blade with 16 cutting positions, each providing a service life of up to 48,000 uses. Its compact dimensions are 62 mm (length) x 60 mm (width) x 56 mm (height).

This model includes a scrap collector for convenient fiber debris disposal. Replacement blades are available under the part number 5FB-1688-BLADE.

The FB-1688C is suitable for cleaving single fibers with 250 μm or 900 μm coatings, as well as 3 mm drop cables. It comes with a 4-in-1 fiber holder accommodating 250 μm, 900 μm, 3 mm, and butterfly cables.

• 5 in 1 Fiber Holder
• For Ø125 μm single fiber
• Ø250 μm (0.2mm) bare fiber
• Ø900 μm (0.9mm) bare fiber

1. Cleaving Capacity:

   • Suitable for cleaving fibers with 250 µm, 900 µm, and 3 mm coated fibers.
   • Also supports butterfly cables.

2. Cleave Length:

   • Adjustable cleave length range from 5 mm to 20 mm.

3. Blade:

   • Features a blade with 16 cutting positions.
   • Each blade position has a service life of up to 48,000 cleaves.

4. Dimensions:

   • Length: 62 mm
   • Width: 60 mm
   • Height: 56 mm

5. Scrap Collector:

   • Includes a fiber debris collection system for easy disposal of cleaved fiber scraps.

6. Blade Replacement:

   • The blade can be replaced using part number 5FB-1688-BLADE.

7. Fiber Holder:

   • Comes with a 4-in-1 fiber holder compatible with:
     • 250 µm
     • 900 µm
     • 3 mm fibers
     • Butterfly cables

This tool is highly regarded for precision cleaving in fiber optic installation and maintenance tasks.