{"product_id":"fujikura-elct2-16b-replacement-electrodes-afl-s017103","title":"Fujikura ELCT2-16B Replacement Electrodes (AFL S017103) – FSM-90S+ 88S 88R 90R 31S 41S, 5,000 Splices","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFujikura ELCT2-16B Replacement Electrodes (AFL S017103) – Genuine Electrodes for Fujikura FSM-90S+, 88S, 88R, 90R, 31S \u0026amp; 41S Fusion Splicers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFujikura ELCT2-16B\u003c\/strong\u003e (AFL part number \u003cstrong\u003eS017103\u003c\/strong\u003e) is the genuine OEM replacement electrode set for a wide range of Fujikura fusion splicers, including the high-performance \u003cstrong\u003eFSM-90S+, FSM-90S, 88S+, 88S, 88R, 90R, 31S, and 41S\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rated for \u003cstrong\u003e5,000 arc discharges\u003c\/strong\u003e and designed for \u003cstrong\u003etool-free field replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ELCT2-16B delivers consistent arc stability and low splice loss throughout its full service life — keeping your Fujikura splicer performing at factory specification between maintenance intervals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectrodes are the most critical consumable in arc fusion splicing. Using worn or degraded electrodes is the leading cause of increased splice loss, arc instability, and splice failures. Replacing with genuine \u003cstrong\u003eFujikura ELCT2-16B electrodes\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures correct electrode geometry, arc gap, and tungsten composition — factors that third-party electrodes frequently cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Fujikura Fusion Splicer Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-90S+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-fiber splicer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓ Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-90S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-fiber splicer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓ Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88S+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-fiber splicer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓ Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-fiber splicer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓ Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRibbon splicer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓ Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRibbon splicer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓ Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-fiber splicer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓ Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-fiber splicer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓ Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf your Fujikura splicer model is not listed, please contact us before ordering to confirm compatibility. For FSM-18S, FSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-70R, FSM-19S, and FSM-19R models, see our Fujikura ELCT2-20A electrodes listing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eELCT2-16B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAFL Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS017103\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrode Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~5,000 arc discharges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTool-free field replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity per Package\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair (2 electrodes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFujikura\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Genuine Fujikura ELCT2-16B Electrodes Matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed Compatibility \u0026amp; Arc Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine OEM electrodes are manufactured to Fujikura’s exact specifications for electrode geometry, tungsten composition, and arc gap — ensuring the splicer’s arc calibration produces consistent, low-loss splices throughout the electrode’s 5,000-splice service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5,000-Splice Service Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long electrode life reduces replacement frequency and maintenance cost — at one electrode change per 5,000 splices, the per-splice cost of genuine electrodes is minimal compared to the cost of re-splicing due to electrode-related failures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-Free Field Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ELCT2-16B is designed for tool-free replacement directly in the field — no screwdrivers, no service centre visit. Remove the old electrodes, insert the new pair, run arc calibration, and resume splicing in minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Arc Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Worn electrodes produce asymmetric or unstable arc discharge, causing higher average splice loss and increased splice failure rates. Genuine ELCT2-16B electrodes maintain stable, symmetric arc discharge from the first splice to the 5,000th.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Both Single-Fiber and Ribbon Splicers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ELCT2-16B is used in both single-fiber splicers (FSM-90S+, 88S, 31S, 41S) and ribbon splicers (88R, 90R) — one electrode part number covers your full Fujikura fleet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSigns Your Fujikura Fusion Splicer Needs New Electrodes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe splicer displays an \u003cstrong\u003eelectrode replacement warning\u003c\/strong\u003e or the electrode arc count approaches 5,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplice loss is increasing\u003c\/strong\u003e on fiber types that previously spliced consistently within specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArc discharge is visibly asymmetric or unstable\u003c\/strong\u003e during the fusion cycle when viewed through the splicer’s camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplice failures, bubble defects, or fat splices\u003c\/strong\u003e are occurring more frequently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe splicer’s \u003cstrong\u003earc calibration (arc check)\u003c\/strong\u003e is failing or requiring repeated re-calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible \u003cstrong\u003ewhite tungsten oxide deposits\u003c\/strong\u003e on the electrode tips when inspected through the splicer’s camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Replace Electrodes on a Fujikura Fusion Splicer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower off\u003c\/strong\u003e the splicer and allow it to cool if recently used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen the wind protector\u003c\/strong\u003e and locate the electrode holders on both sides of the V-groove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove the old ELCT2-16B electrodes\u003c\/strong\u003e — tool-free, simply pull them out of the electrode holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert the new ELCT2-16B electrodes\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring correct seating and protrusion length in the electrode holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClose the wind protector\u003c\/strong\u003e and power on the splicer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRun the arc calibration (arc check)\u003c\/strong\u003e from the splicer’s maintenance menu to calibrate the new electrodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerform a test splice\u003c\/strong\u003e to verify splice loss is within specification before resuming production splicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlways follow the electrode replacement procedure in your Fujikura splicer’s user manual for your specific model.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eELCT2-16B vs. ELCT2-20A: Which Fujikura Electrode Do You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElectrode Life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eELCT2-16B\u003c\/strong\u003e (this listing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-90S+, FSM-90S, 88S+, 88S, 88R, 90R, 31S, 41S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~5,000 splices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eELCT2-20A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-18S, FSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-70R, FSM-19S, FSM-19R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4,000 splices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure which electrode your Fujikura splicer uses, check the splicer’s maintenance menu or user manual, or contact us with your splicer model number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFTTH \/ FTTx network construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — maintaining consistent low-loss splices during high-volume fiber deployment with Fujikura FSM-90S+ or 88S splicers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRibbon fiber splicing\u003c\/strong\u003e — electrode maintenance for Fujikura 88R and 90R ribbon splicers used in high-density fiber cable splicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelecom OSP fiber splicing\u003c\/strong\u003e — aerial, underground, and in-building fiber splicing maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData center fiber infrastructure\u003c\/strong\u003e — precision splicing for backbone and inter-rack fiber connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreventive maintenance programs\u003c\/strong\u003e — scheduled electrode replacement to maintain consistent splice quality across field teams operating multiple Fujikura splicers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the Fujikura ELCT2-16B?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Fujikura ELCT2-16B (AFL part number S017103) is the genuine OEM replacement electrode set for Fujikura FSM-90S+, FSM-90S, 88S+, 88S, 88R, 90R, 31S, and 41S fusion splicers. Each package contains one pair (2 electrodes) rated for approximately 5,000 arc discharges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which Fujikura splicer models use the ELCT2-16B electrodes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The ELCT2-16B is compatible with the \u003cstrong\u003eFujikura FSM-90S+, FSM-90S, 88S+, 88S, 88R, 90R, 31S, and 41S\u003c\/strong\u003e. For FSM-18S, FSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-70R, FSM-19S, and FSM-19R models, the correct electrode is the ELCT2-20A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long do the Fujikura ELCT2-16B electrodes last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The ELCT2-16B electrodes are rated for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5,000 arc discharges\u003c\/strong\u003e. Replace them when the splicer displays an electrode replacement warning, when splice loss increases unexpectedly, or when arc discharge becomes visibly unstable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need tools to replace the ELCT2-16B electrodes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The ELCT2-16B is designed for \u003cstrong\u003etool-free field replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — simply remove the old electrodes and insert the new pair. No screwdrivers or service centre visit required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need to calibrate the splicer after replacing electrodes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. After installing new ELCT2-16B electrodes, always run the splicer’s \u003cstrong\u003earc calibration (arc check)\u003c\/strong\u003e procedure before resuming splicing. This calibrates the arc power and timing for the new electrodes and ensures splice loss returns to specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are these genuine Fujikura electrodes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. These are genuine Fujikura ELCT2-16B electrodes with AFL part number S017103, ensuring full compatibility and original arc performance for your Fujikura splicer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are the ELCT2-16B electrodes compatible with the Fujikura 88R ribbon splicer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The ELCT2-16B electrodes are fully compatible with the \u003cstrong\u003eFujikura 88R\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e90R\u003c\/strong\u003e ribbon fusion splicers, as well as all single-fiber models listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between ELCT2-16B and ELCT2-20A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The ELCT2-16B is for newer Fujikura splicer models (FSM-90S+, 88S, 88R, 90R, 31S, 41S) with a 5,000-splice life. The ELCT2-20A is for older models (FSM-18S, FSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-70R, FSM-19S, FSM-19R) with a ~4,000-splice life. Always verify your splicer model before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: For support or bulk orders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Contact us at info@splicermarket.com for B2B pricing, volume orders, or technical support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFujikura ELCT2-16B Electrode Pair (2 electrodes) ×1 set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FUJIKURA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40144539779160,"sku":"AFLS017103","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/7923\/4648\/products\/ELECT2-16B-ELECTRODES.jpg?v=1666170275","url":"https:\/\/comway-technology.myshopify.com\/products\/fujikura-elct2-16b-replacement-electrodes-afl-s017103","provider":"Fusion Splicer Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}