Uploaded February 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
In this video, we will demonstrate how to properly install an argon cylinder and regulator that are necessary to provide the inert environment for filament fusion splicing.
For more information on filament fusion splicers, please visit: thorlabs.us/navigation.cfm?guide_id=2429&ytid=zWaNZUIcFb8
0:00 Title
0:25 Tools Required
0:32 Operating Principle
0:50 Gas Line, Regulator, and Argon Purity
1:07 Anchor Point
1:30 Uncapping Outlet
1:46 Cleaning
2:26 Attaching Regulator
2:54 Attaching PTFE Line to Regulator
3:14 Valves and Gauges
3:28 Flushing the Line
3:58 Attaching PTFE Line to Unit
4:24 Purging the Unit and Verifying Pressure
5:01 Shutdown Procedure
In this video, we will demonstrate how to properly install an argon cylinder and regulator that are necessary to provide the inert environment for filament fusion splicing.
For more information on filament fusion splicers, please visit: thorlabs.us/navigation.cfm?guide_id=2429&ytid=zWaNZUIcFb8
0:00 Title
0:25 Tools Required
0:32 Operating Principle
0:50 Gas Line, Regulator, and Argon Purity
1:07 Anchor Point
1:30 Uncapping Outlet
1:46 Cleaning
2:26 Attaching Regulator
2:54 Attaching PTFE Line to Regulator
3:14 Valves and Gauges
3:28 Flushing the Line
3:58 Attaching PTFE Line to Unit
4:24 Purging the Unit and Verifying Pressure
5:01 Shutdown Procedure
