Shop fiber optic installation, termination, inspection and cleaning tools for optical network cabling. Wallco offers fiber cleaner pens, cleavers, buffer strippers, fiber holders, termination tool kits, visual fault locators and related fiber-maintenance equipment.
Select tools according to the fiber and connector system being installed or serviced. Proper preparation and cleaning are important for creating reliable optical connections and troubleshooting fiber links.
Fiber optic cabling requires specialized tools for preparation, termination, cleaning and troubleshooting. Unlike conventional copper cabling, optical performance can be affected by small amounts of contamination, improper fiber preparation or damage to the fiber end face.
The appropriate tool depends on the connector system, fiber construction and type of field work being performed.
Fiber cleaning tools help remove contamination from compatible connector ferrules and optical interfaces. Cleaner pens and related products are commonly used during installation, maintenance and troubleshooting.
Always verify ferrule size and connector compatibility before selecting a cleaning tool.
A fiber cleaver creates a controlled end face on bare optical fiber as part of certain termination or splicing procedures. Cleaver condition and blade quality can affect the consistency of the resulting fiber end.
Replacement blades and related components should be matched to the specific cleaver model.
Fiber buffer stripping tools remove compatible coating or buffer material so the fiber can be prepared for termination or splicing. Thermal and mechanical stripping methods may be used depending on the fiber system and installation procedure.
Fiber holders and termination kits help organize and control fibers during preparation and connector installation. Multi-fiber applications may require holders designed for a specific fiber count or termination method.
Visual fault locators introduce visible light into compatible optical fiber so installers can identify certain breaks, bends, connection problems or fiber paths. Adapter requirements can vary by connector ferrule size.
Fiber tools should be selected according to the exact connector, ferrule, fiber and termination process being used. A cleaner, holder, stripper or adapter designed for one system should not automatically be assumed compatible with another.
