How to Fusion Splice Fiber in a Splice Closure

Step by step

1. Strip and clean the fiber.

2. Cleave the fiber precisely.

3. Load fibers into the splicer.

4. Run the splice.

5. Check estimated loss.

6. Protect with a sleeve.

Safety reminders for telecommunications lineworkers

• Keep clearance from power lines
• Use fall protection
• Set up proper traffic control
• Call 811 before digging

Key terms

Strand · Lashing · Fiber optic · Fusion splice · OTDR · Splice closure: see the full telecommunications lineworker glossary.

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