Stripping tools, manual fiber cleavers, and transfer clips are included for a variety of fiber sizes (refer to the Components list for details). The ARC150EL electrode set, FHC series fiber clips, and cleaver blade can be used as replacements or additional pieces with the ARC150. Thorlabs' ARC150 Portable Arc Fusion Splicer Kit offers arc fusion splicing, manual scribe-and-bend cleavers, and simple operation in a portable package. This kit is ideal for basic splicing of common fibers as well as telecom and datacom applications in the field. The automatic intelligent fusion splicer. Fusion splicing is a precise technique that permanently joins two optical fibers by applying heat to melt and fuse their ends together. Unlike mechanical splicing (which simply holds fibers together), fusion splicing creates a continuous optical path that minimizes signal loss—making it the. The fully ruggedized 45S fusion splicer comes with a single fiber stripper, 1 pair each FH-70-250 and FH-70-900 fiber holders, set plates, spare electrodes (pair), AC adapter, BTR-17 battery pack, power cord, USB cable, work tray, and carry case. The range of fiber optic equipment available today covers every phase of a network's lifecycle, with each tool serving a distinct purpose.