Uploaded November 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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This video outlines how to splice fibers manually using the software on a Thorlabs’ Vytran FFS2000 All-in-One Fiber Preparation and Fusion Splicing Workstation. While the video uses a legacy FFS2000 Series Workstation, all features, functions, and terminology are identical for the FFS2001 Series. Be sure to watch our videos on fiber stripping, cleaning, and cleaving using the FFS2001: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLN3i-H51ZELjFphmdXl0y2fQqZS5AyYIf

To build a complete workstation, a base unit needs to be bought plus additional components (e.g. inserts, graphite v-grooves, and recoat mold assembly) that depend upon the size of the fiber being processed. It is recommended that you contact us prior to ordering so we can provide assistance with selecting the system and components that best suit your needs.

For more information on FFS2001 Workstations for splicing SM and MM fiber with no proof tester, please visit:
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For more information on FFS2001 Workstations for splicing SM, MM and PM fibers with no proof tester, please visit:
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For more information on FFS2001 Workstations for splicing SM and MM fiber with proof tester, please visit:
thorlabs.com/newgrouppage9.cfm?objectgroup_id=9510&ytid=5rt351279HE

For more information on FFS2001 Workstations for splicing SM, MM and PM fibers with proof tester, please visit:
thorlabs.com/newgrouppage9.cfm?objectgroup_id=9322&ytid=5rt351279HE

0:00 Title
0:14 Manual Splicing Overview
0:39 Splice Files and Splice Parameters
2:43 Loading Fibers
3:30 Aligning and Gapping Fibers
4:38 Splice Only
5:31 Viewing the Splice