The FB-1688C is a precision fiber optic cleaver designed for single-mode fibers with cladding diameters of 125 μm and coating diameters of 250 μm or 900 μm. It offers cleave lengths ranging from 5 to 20 mm. The cleaver features a blade with 16 cutting positions, each providing a service life of up to 48,000 uses. Its compact dimensions are 62 mm (length) x 60 mm (width) x 56 mm (height).
This model includes a scrap collector for convenient fiber debris disposal. Replacement blades are available under the part number 5FB-1688-BLADE.
The FB-1688C is suitable for cleaving single fibers with 250 μm or 900 μm coatings, as well as 3 mm drop cables. It comes with a 4-in-1 fiber holder accommodating 250 μm, 900 μm, 3 mm, and butterfly cables.