CAS-4000 SERIES

Compact, Semi-Automated Splicers for Standard and Specialty Fibers from 80 µm in Diameter

Strip Clean Cleave Splice Recoat Test

One Step Splice™

Fire Polish™

True Core Imaging™

E-Splice™

Low-Loss, High-Strength Splices

High-Volume Manufacturing

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CAS-4000 Series

The CAS-4000 Series is Vytran’s newest family of splicers. Its individual models are the CAS-4100 and CAS-4100-P. These compact, semi-automated splicers produce high-strength, consistent splices quickly and efficiently. CAS systems feature a unique design, advanced imaging capabilities and our One Step Splice™ process software with its ultra-simple graphical user interface (GUI). CAS splicers maintain the full development capabilities of Vytran’s high-precision splicing products, yet have been tailored for high-volume production, including three-shift manufacturing. CAS-4100-P is designed for use on polarization maintaining (PM) fibers.

Key Markets

Fiber-based Fiber Laser Defense Medical Device Sensing Research Instrumentation and Aerospace and Development

Compact, Semi-Automated Splicers

High PerformanceAt the foundation of CAS-4000 systems is our proven filament fusion technology—the industry’s most reliable method for creating high-strength, low-loss splices.

Compact and Efficient DesignIn both CAS-4100 and CAS-4100-P, all components, including the imaging system, computer and folding display, are embedded into the splicer to form a single unit ideal for use where space is at a premium.

Ideal for Standard and Specialty FibersCAS-4000 systems can be used to splice specialty fibers (doped, PM, ZBLAN, Chalcogenide, PCF) and fibers with diameters as small as 80 µm. They can also be used for many other applications, such asmanufacturing end caps, thermal core expansion, splicing fiber lenses and more.

Typically < 0.02 dB (SMF-28, Average 0.01 dB)Typically > 200 kpsi (SMF-28 fibers, >96%)

Octagonal Yb-Doped Fiber Cleave and Splice to HI-1060-FLEX

(125/125 µm)

PCF to SMF-28 Splice(125/125 µm)

PM-NL 3 µm Hollow Core PCF to SMF-28 Splice

Square Yb-Doped Fiber Cleave and Splice to HI-1060-FLEX

(125/135 µm)

Grin Lens Splicing(125/130 µm)

Grin Lens Splicing(125/250 µm)

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One Step Splice™CAS splicers feature our unique One Step Splice process software—a system designed to make splicing simple and user friendly. The GUI provides two modes of operation:

• In “Operator” mode an ultra-simple screen features a single splice button that initiates the splice process.

• In “Development” mode an intuitive and streamlined screen allows full process configuration and control.

All splice-related information can be exported via an Ethernet port for statistical process control.

End-View Imaging and Splice Loss DeterminationCAS splicers utilize True Core ImagingTM, a high-resolution imaging system that enables fast, accurate, inner-core alignment and splice loss calculation. Vytran has developed a proprietary algorithm that accurately calculates loss for splicing a variety of similar or dissimilar fiber types. CAS splicers also feature an End-View Imaging system for looking directly at the ends of the fibers prior to splicing. This is used in conjunction with high-resolution rotary positioners for the automated alignment of PM fibers through either image-based or active feedback control. End-View Imaging is also ideal for working with fiber laser gain fibers, which may have non-circular claddings or micro-structured cores.

Patented Fire PolishingVytran’s fire polishing process increases splice strength through a rapid post-fusion heat treatment of the splice region. The process: • removes or minimizes deposits, improving splice strength. • provides core diffusion capabilities that can be used to adiabatically expand the mode field diameter of a fiber. • enables low-loss splices between markedly dissimilar fibers.

CAS-4000 Series

Panda Tiger

End Views - Different Fibers

MMBow-tie

Fire Polish™

Fiber Filament

Filament Assembly Travel

Development Mode

One Step Splice™ Operator Mode

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CAS-4000 SeriesKey Features / Benefits

Unique, semi-automated tools for high-performance, high-volume splicing; complete with the industry’s simplest user interface

Fully integrated systemFast, precise positioning + image processing + application software

Fully integrated 6.5˝ x 4.75˝ display

One Step Splice™ GUI with two modes of operation — Operator and Development

End-View Imaging •Accuratealignment of PM and special shapefibers •Facettestingof cleavedfibers

True Core Imaging™ •Automaticfiberinnercore alignment •Accuratespliceloss estimation

Fire Polish™ •Minimizesdepositsand enhances splice strength •Furnacetravelofupto +/- 5 mm

Ethernet coupled with remote access for e-service •Softwareupload •Datauploadanddownload •PCcontrol

Fiber clips •Accurate,easytouse and fast •CompatiblewithVytran PFC-400cleaver

Filament fusion •Enableslow-loss,high- strength splices •Highpolarization extinction ratio for all fibertypes

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Performance CAS-4100 CAS-4100-P Fiber Types (non-PM) MM, SM, PCF, LMA, circular, non-circular, silica, soft glass (call factory for your type)

Fiber Types (PM) N/A Panda, Elliptical, Bow-Tie (call factory for your type)

Fiber Cleave Length Nominally 10 mm - Adjustable from 5 mm to 15 mm (1)

Cladding Diameter Range 80-250 μmCoating Diameter 100 μm-900 μm (2) Fusion Method Filament Fusion Filament Temperature Range Room temperature to > 2,500°C Typical Splice Loss 0.02 dB (for SMF-28) 0.02 dB (for Panda) Loss Estimation Included IncludedTypical Splice Strength (3) >250 kpsi (for SMF-28) >250 kpsi (for Panda) Strength Enhancement Yes - Fire Polish included Polarization Cross-Talk N/A Panda > 35 dB, Others > 30 dB Splice Return Loss >> 50 dB Tapering Available for certain applications (contact factory) Fiber Side Viewing Side View core imaging - True Core Imaging™

Fiber End Viewing Optional Included for PM alignment and for fiber facet inspection

Fiber Alignment Method Fully automated One Step Splice™ Fiber Inspection and Measurement (4) Core Diameter Automatic measurement Cladding/Fiber Diameter Automatic measurement End Face Inspection Inspection via display Cleave Angle Automatic measurement Splice Loss Estimation Automatic measurement GUI One Step Splice™ in Operator Mode - Process Development Mode with password protection Splice Files Built-in library of most common fibers - Very large library available (contact Vytran)Splice Memory >> than 10,000 Splices E-Splice™ (internet ready for volume manufacturing) Remote Data Access Ethernet Remote Control Ethernet using ActiveX control Remote Inspection Ethernet Remote Software Upgrade Ethernet Monitor Features High resolution full color (1024 x 768) Size (w/ folded down monitor) 295 mm x 270 mm x 270 mm (width, depth, height) including all connectors and screw heads Weight 23 lbs (13 kg) Power 100 to 240 VAC 50-60 Hz Gas Supply Ar grade 5.0 or higher (H2O impurities less than 4 ppm and O2 less than 5 ppm) Operating Temperature 15 to 35°C

(1) Other lengths available - Call factory(2) Other diameters available - Call factory(3) Depending on stripping method(4) All measured data can be exported to database via Ethernet back connector

CAS-4100/4100P Preliminary Performance

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Performance CAS-4100 CAS-4100-P Furnace “Z” Movement +/- 3 mm Fiber “Z” Movement 10 mm Fiber “Z” Resolution 0.2 μm X-Y Fiber Positioning 0.02 μmRotation Alignment N/A Fully Automated and Manual Rotation Drive Resolution N/A 0.02º Rotation Travel N/A 190º

Key Applications Splicing All fibers above Tapering Available for certain applications (contact factory) Core Diffusion Included

Asymetric Splicing Included (5) and Heating

GRIN Lenses Included (5) Segmented Lenses Included (5) PCF Termination Included (5)

Related Products Cleaver PFC-400 Recoater PTR-200 Series Accessories (Part #) Clip-165 (6) - PN: 055005900 125 µm to 210 µm coating size Clip-250 (6) - PN: 055005910 210 µm to 370 µm coating size Clip-400 (6) - PN: 055005920 370 µm to 540 µm coating sizeOther Sizes call factory Filament PN: F35-2520-N12-82-CAS fiber size 125 µm and under Filament PN: F35-5020-N22-82-CAS fiber size <125 to 250 µm Ordering Information (part #) Accessories included CAS-4100 (2) Clip-165, (2) Clip-250, (2) F35, (1) F50 CAS-4100-P (2) Clip-165, (2) Clip-250, (2) F35, (1) F50

Others Splice courses available (contact Vytran) Process optimization for all applications available (contact Vytran) (5) Call factory for your specific application(6) Coating diameter

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