Sumitomo Electric FC-8R-FC Handheld Fiber Cleaver – Auto-Rotating Blade, Cleaves Single to 12-Fiber Ribbons, 0.5° Angle, 60,000 Cleaves

Product Description

The Sumitomo Electric FC-8R-FC Fiber Cleaver is a high-precision optical fiber cleaving tool designed for professional fiber optic installation and maintenance. Featuring automatic blade rotation and a smart cleave counter, it delivers consistent, accurate cleaves with extended blade life. Compact, lightweight, and easy to operate with one hand, it is ideal for field and laboratory applications.

Key Features

• Automatic Blade Rotation – Extends blade lifespan up to 60,000 cleaves.
• High Precision Cleaving – Typical cleave angle of 0.5° for single fiber.
• Smart Cleave Counter – Tracks cleave operations when adapter or holder is fitted.
• Supports Single & Ribbon Fiber – Compatible with single fiber and up to 12-fiber ribbon.
• One-Handed Operation – Compact and ergonomic design for field use.
• Large Offcut Bin – Integrated fiber scrap collector for clean operation.
• Field-Replaceable Blade – Uses FCP-20BL(7R) replacement blade.
• Flexible Lid Design – Switchable wide or narrow opening.
• Durable & Lightweight – Approx. 260g with compact dimensions (58×98×49 mm).

Specifications

• Applicable Fiber: Single fiber or up to 12-fiber ribbon
• Cladding Diameter: 125 μm
• Cleave Length: 6–20mm (Ø0.25mm) / 10–20mm (Ø0.9mm)
• Blade Life: 60,000 fibers (2,500 cleaves × 24 positions)
• Operating Temperature: -10°C to 50°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 80°C
• Power Source: CR1220 coin lithium battery (for cleave counter)