COMWAY C10R – 12-Core Ribbon Fusion Splicer | 6-Second Splice | ≤0.05dB Loss | Data Centers & Backbone Networks
The COMWAY C10R is a professional 12-core ribbon fusion splicer engineered for maximum productivity in high-density fiber environments. Splice an entire 12-fiber ribbon in just 6 seconds with typical splice loss as low as ≤0.05dB — making it the benchmark choice for data center builds, backbone infrastructure, and large-scale FTTH rollouts where speed and consistency are non-negotiable.
When a data center project demands thousands of ribbon fiber splices completed on schedule, or when a backbone contractor needs to commission a 144-fiber cable in a single shift, the C10R delivers. Its dual 4.1" color LCD screens provide real-time X and Y axis fiber alignment views simultaneously, while automatic ARC calibration ensures consistent low-loss results splice after splice — even as electrodes age and environmental conditions change.
Key Features
- 12-Fiber Simultaneous Splicing — splice all 12 fibers of a ribbon in a single operation, dramatically reducing splicing time vs. single-fiber splicers on high-fiber-count projects
- 6-Second Splice Time — industry-leading ribbon splice speed for maximum field productivity
- Typical Splice Loss ≤0.05dB (SM Ribbon) — consistent, low-loss results meeting the most demanding network performance requirements
- Dual 4.1" High-Brightness Color LCD Screens — real-time fiber alignment view from both X and Y axes simultaneously; 32–130x magnification
- ARC Adjust & Electrode Stabilize — automatic arc calibration compensates for electrode wear, altitude, temperature, and humidity changes to maintain consistent splice quality
- 100 Splice Modes / 20 Heating Modes — covers SM, MM, DS, NZ-DS, and bend-insensitive (G.657) fiber types
- 200+ Splices Per Charge — 8,400mAh high-capacity battery for full-day field operation without recharging
- 10,000 Splice Result Storage — store up to 10,000 splice records and 800 splice images for project documentation and QA
- Time-Delay Password & ID Electrode — anti-theft protection and anti-counterfeit electrode authentication
- GPS Location System (Optional) — record splice location data for network documentation
- 2-Year Free Warranty — backed by COMWAY factory warranty
Full Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & Weight | 156mm × 135mm × 149mm, 1.7kg (2.5kg with battery) |
| Applicable Fiber Types | SM (ITU-T G.652), MM (ITU-T G.651), DS (ITU-T G.653), NZ/NZ-DS (ITU-T G.655), BI (ITU-T G.657) |
| Fiber Count | Single fiber to 12-fiber ribbon |
| Cladding Diameter | Single: 125μm / 160μm to 3mm (fiber holder system); Ribbon: 125μm / 0.25–0.4mm thickness |
| Cleave Length | 9mm to 9.5mm |
| Splice Modes | 100 splice modes |
| Typical Splice Time | 13s (SM FAST) / 16s (SM AUTO) |
| Heating Modes | 20 heating modes |
| Typical Tube Heating Time | 35s (SM FAST) |
| Protection Sleeve | 25–60mm |
| Typical Splice Loss | SM: 0.05dB | MM: 0.03dB | DS: 0.08dB | NZ/NZ-DS: 0.08dB | BI: 0.05dB |
| Return Loss | >60dB |
| Fiber View | Dual-axis CMOS camera, 4.1" high-brightness color LCD, 32–130x magnification |
| Splice Image Storage | Max. 800 images |
| Splice Result Storage | Max. 10,000 records |
| Tension Test | 1.96–2.25N |
| Electrode Life | 2,000 splices |
| Battery | 8,400mAh Li-Ion, 200+ splices & heating cycles per charge |
| Power Supply | AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 for PC communication |
| Operating Conditions | Altitude: 0–3,800m | Temperature: -10°C to +50°C | Wind: up to 15m/s | Humidity: 0–95%RH |
| Optional | GPS location system |
| Warranty | 2 years (COMWAY factory warranty) |
Why Choose a 12-Core Ribbon Fusion Splicer for Data Centers and Backbone Projects?
In high-density fiber environments — data centers, backbone cable plants, and large-scale FTTH feeder networks — the number of individual fiber splices required can reach into the thousands. A single-fiber splicer requires each fiber to be stripped, cleaved, spliced, and protected individually. A 12-core ribbon fusion splicer like the COMWAY C10R performs all 12 fibers simultaneously in a single splice cycle, reducing splicing time by up to 12x compared to single-fiber splicing on ribbon fiber cables.
- Data centers: 144-fiber, 288-fiber, and 432-fiber ribbon cables are standard in hyperscale and enterprise data center builds. The C10R enables rapid termination of these high-fiber-count cables at patch panels, splice enclosures, and ODF frames
- Backbone networks: Long-haul and metro backbone cables often use ribbon fiber construction for high fiber counts in a compact cable diameter. Ribbon splicing is the standard method for jointing these cables in splice enclosures
- FTTH feeder networks: Large-scale FTTH deployments use ribbon fiber in feeder cables to maximize fiber count per duct. The C10R enables rapid splicing of feeder cable joints and splice points in the outside plant
COMWAY C10R vs. Single-Fiber Splicers: Productivity Comparison
| Metric | Single-Fiber Splicer | COMWAY C10R (12-Core Ribbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Fibers per splice cycle | 1 | 12 |
| Splice time per cycle | ~8–12s | 6s (13s with SM FAST mode) |
| Time to splice 144 fibers | ~20–30 minutes | ~2–3 minutes |
| Ideal for | FTTH drop, single-fiber links | Data centers, backbone, FTTH feeder |
Ideal Applications
- Data center fiber infrastructure — splicing 12-fiber, 24-fiber, 48-fiber, 144-fiber, and 288-fiber ribbon cables at patch panels, splice enclosures, and ODF frames in hyperscale and enterprise data centers
- Backbone and long-haul fiber networks — jointing ribbon fiber cables in splice enclosures along backbone routes, metro rings, and long-haul fiber corridors
- Large-scale FTTH feeder networks — splicing ribbon fiber feeder cables at splice points in the outside plant for large FTTH rollouts
- Telecom OSP ribbon cable jointing — splicing ribbon fiber cables in underground, aerial, and direct-buried outside plant environments
- Campus and enterprise fiber backbone — high-density fiber backbone installation in campus networks, hospitals, airports, and large enterprise facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a ribbon fusion splicer and how does it differ from a single-fiber splicer?
A: A ribbon fusion splicer splices all fibers in a ribbon cable simultaneously in a single arc discharge cycle. The COMWAY C10R splices up to 12 fibers at once in 6 seconds, compared to a single-fiber splicer which splices one fiber at a time. For high-fiber-count ribbon cables, a ribbon splicer reduces splicing time by up to 12x.
Q: What fiber types is the COMWAY C10R compatible with?
A: The C10R supports SM (G.652), MM (G.651), DS (G.653), NZ/NZ-DS (G.655), and bend-insensitive (G.657) fiber types, in both single-fiber and ribbon configurations from 1 to 12 fibers.
Q: What is the typical splice loss of the COMWAY C10R?
A: Typical splice loss is ≤0.05dB for SM ribbon fiber, 0.03dB for MM, and 0.08dB for DS and NZ-DS fiber types. Return loss is >60dB.
Q: How many splices can the C10R perform on a single battery charge?
A: The 8,400mAh Li-Ion battery provides 200+ splice and heating cycles per charge — sufficient for a full day of field operation on most projects.
Q: What cleaver is recommended for use with the COMWAY C10R?
A: A ribbon fiber cleaver capable of cleaving 12-fiber ribbons to a cleave length of 9–9.5mm is required. COMWAY offers compatible ribbon cleavers — contact us for recommendations based on your ribbon fiber type and project requirements.
Q: Does the COMWAY C10R support single-fiber splicing?
A: Yes. The C10R supports single-fiber splicing in addition to 2, 4, 6, 8, and 12-fiber ribbon splicing, using the fiber holder system for single-fiber and small-count ribbon configurations.
Q: What warranty does the COMWAY C10R come with?
A: The COMWAY C10R includes a 2-year factory warranty covering manufacturing defects. Electrode replacement is required approximately every 2,000 splices.
Q: For support, pricing, or bulk orders?
A: Contact us at info@splicermarket.com for B2B pricing, volume discounts, demo units, or technical support.
Package Contents
- COMWAY C10R 12-Core Ribbon Fusion Splicer ×1
- High-Capacity Li-Ion Battery Pack (8,400mAh) ×1
- AC Power Adapter / Battery Charger ×1
- Carrying Case ×1
- User Manual ×1
Note: Ribbon fiber cleaver and protection sleeves are not included. Contact us for compatible accessories.