NSi’s Simplex fiber optic patch cable is pushable and ruggedized, designed for indoor and outdoor use, with an indoor/outdoor water-rated LSZH cable jacket. It is OS2 single-mode.

Senko’s AFT-A-NW optical 4-in. by 4-in. lint-free, optical-grade wipes are designed for cleaning fiber optic connector end faces, bare fibers and ribbons for fusion splicing. The bag is resealable to prevent cross-contamination.

Platinum Tools’ fiber optic launch box is designed to eliminate “dead zones” in OTDR testing by providing a buffer length of fiber before the event. The cables come in three different sizes and are made of micro armored fiber. The launch box includes LC, SC/APC and SC/UPC adapters. It is designed for technicians and installers working on fiber optic cable tests in fieldwork, data centers and telecom applications.

American Wire Group’s loose tube fiber optic dielectric cable is designed for multipurpose outdoor applications, including aerial lashing, duct and direct-burial. It has options for a gel-filled core, steel central member or copper pairs. Its maximum installation load is 600 lbs. It can operate in temperatures from –40°F to 158°F.

Sumitomo Electric Lightwave’s FC-6+ series fiber cleaver enables users to alternate between ribbon and single-fiber cleaving with a precision blade that mechanically rotates every time it is engaged. It features one-action cleaving and performs 60,000 cleaves per blade. 

Fremco’s NanoFlow Rapid fiber blowing machine can blow fiber and micro/nano cables at a pressure up to 16 bars. It can blow fibers from 0.8 to 4.5 mm up to 3,940 ft. The machine features an overpressure valve and a see-through lid on the top. Preparation time takes 3 minutes, and the speed and torque are adjustable. 

MaxCell’s Hyperscale data center edge is a fabric innerduct designed for installation of high-value, high-density, preconnectorized fiber cabling in conduit-­based network infrastructure. It prevents “burn-through” from cable- over-cable friction and reduces or eliminates the number of conduits required in new construction.

Ascend Tools’ 5.5-in. compact three-hole fiber optic stripper is designed to strip the jacket, buffer and cladding from the fiber core. It is spring-loaded to ease hand stress and has a safety lock for storage. The handle is made from thermoplastic rubber. It is designed for applications such as telecommunications, data centers, cable assembly houses, fiber cable installation and more.

InnerDuct’s fiber optic cable puller package includes a fiber optic cable puller, foot control and hoses. A capstan is available in 30 in., 42 in. or 50 in. The package can also include electric tension monitoring components, including an electronic control box and a chart recorder for permanent pull documentation.

Jonard Tools’ OTDR evaluates access network construction and maintenance, identifying fiber breakpoints and more. Through a micro-USB cable, it can be charged or connected to a computer for data transfer. There is a large, bright 7-in. color LCD touch screen with a stylus. A built-in, rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides power on the go. 

Fiber Fox’s Mini 5C+ fusion splicer kit has a splice tray holder, and it heats in 10 seconds. A thermal stripper is included, and it has a full touchscreen. It is dustproof and waterproof. It operates in temperatures between –5ºF and 140ºF. A thermal stripper and precision cleave is included. 

Sticklers’ MCCS12 1.25 mm fiber optic cleaning swab can be used for military, bionic, SCA for FTTH, POF and SMA 905 AIR connectors. It cleans the entire end-face, not just the central core. It comes in a recloseable bag and is color-coded. 

TLC’s duplex cable is designed for general patchcord production and indoor point-to-point connections in data center applications. It is offered in 1.6 mm, 1.8 mm, 2 mm and 3 mm OD sizes to meet all patchcord applications. It has a consistent 3.5–5 lbf for easy stripability and is available in custom colors.

Thorlabs’ optical bidirectional switch kit is available in 1 x 2 or 2 x 2 switch types. It uses a USB 2.0 remote control. A 7-segment LED display shows channel indication. It has a low insertion loss and can be powered through the USB port or the onboard DC power connector.  

Ripley Tools’ 80785 MSAT series 3-channel midspan fiber access tool is designed for quick access to fiber in 2, 2.5 and 3 mm buffer tubes. It is 2.5 inches long. It has three slitting channels and sizing channels that determine the proper diameter channel. The factory-set blades require no adjustments. 

Corning’s RIBFAN1236 ribbon fan-out kit is designed to terminate 12-fiber ribbon. It features a 900 um fan-out assembly that is color coded to match the industry standard color code. The tubing length is 36 in.

Jonard Tools’ UC-8039 crimper with fiber optic die is designed for use with FC, ST, SC, LC, SMA and MT-RJ connectors. It crimps fiber optic connector collars with a ratcheting handle and an ergonomically designed angled head. It accommodates fiber optic and coaxial dies.

Ripley Tools’ MSAT 5 series five-channel midspan fiber access tool is designed to determine the proper diameter channel for buffer tubes ranging from 1.9 mm to 3 mm. A locking mechanism keeps the tool closed during operation.

Fiber Instrument Sales’ F1LYNXWKS FIS LYNX fiber optic cleaver with lighted work station has a 6-in. steel work tray and includes the hardware for the Mount Lynx cleaver and Bobtail assembly tool. It cleaves 250 um coated or 900 um buffered fiber with a 0.5-degree variance. The optional work station has a magnetic mount gooseneck LED work light.

CommScope’s FST-ACC001 fiber optic protective splice sleeves are designed for heat shrink and single-fiber, fusion-type splicing. Available in a pack of 50, they  can be stored in temperatures from –40 °F to 185 °F.

Thorlabs’ FS201 fiber inspection scope features 200X magnification to examine a fiber’s core, cladding and surrounding ferrule. The coaxial setting has symmetric lighting for high-detail inspection, and off-center lighting for high contrast in the oblique setting. It includes two adapters. One for FC-/ST-/SC-terminated fibers and the other for SMA905- and SMA906-terminated fibers. 

Fiber Instrument Sales’ F1S2540C-50 FIS fusion splice protection sleeve is clear, slim and has a diameter of 40 mm. It protects the fused juncture between two fusion-spliced optical fibers and prevents the area from bending or flexing. It comes in a 50-pack.

AFL’s Cletop optical fiber connector cleaner removes dust and contaminants from various connector types. It features a push-button shutter operation and anti-static properties. It is for field use as well as use in labs and assembly lines. The replaceable clean tape reels yield more than 400 swipes per tape.

Jameson’s 18-FFPI flat-drop fiber driver is designed for fiber installation. It pushes flat-drop up to 300 feet in less than 10 minutes. It functions in forward and reverse, and fiber can be loaded or unloaded mid-span. At 1.4 lbs., it is built for handheld, single-user operation, and can be driven with any cordless drill. 

Jonard Tools’ OFI-100 advanced optical fiber identifier features a built-in VFL and power meter. It identifies traffic direction and frequency with an audible warning, and the LCD display shows relative core power, signal direction and battery life. It includes a reversible adapter and protective rubber sleeve to prevent damage.

Senko’s smart checker MPO tester 12 fiber verifies the polarity for 8F and 12F MPO assemblies to TIA 568 methods A, B and C. It tests angled and flat MPO assemblies. A full charge yields 5 hours of continuous service. 

Corning’s single-fiber port cleaner for 2.5 mm connectors offers over 525 cleanings and removes skin oil, hand lotion, Arizona road dust, pre- and post-mate graphite, salt and isopropyl alcohol and distilled water residue. 

ICC’s plug-and-play 1 RMS fiber optics blank patch panel comes with four spaces to hold cassettes. It is designed so cassettes can be snapped into the panel without tools. The steel frame has a black powder-coat finish to protect against wear and corrosion. 

Fiber Instrument Sales’ fiber interconnect panel attaches to standard single-gang electrical outlets in new or existing pathways. It accepts LGX style adapter plates, accommodating 24 LC style connectors. It comes in black, white and custom colors and is 5.5 in. by 7.5 in. by 1.35 in. 

Jonard Tools’ fiber optic power meter is used for measuring the absolute optical power and relative power loss in fiber optic cables. It has six preset calibrated wavelengths. The LED screen is back-lit and a 10-minute auto-off helps preserve battery life.

Hyperline’s optical patch cord is made of fiber optic cables and connectors and is tested prior to sale. It is available in different varieties such as single-mode 9/125 (OS2) and multimode 50/125, 62.5/125 (OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4) optical fiber, single and dual.

Fiber Instrument Sales’ fiber optic cleaning station provides immediate access to cleaning supplies for technicians. These cleaning kits are wall-mountable and include clean, dry wipes; cleaning solution; auto-advance connector cleaning and back