{"product_id":"fujikura-elct2-20a-replacement-electrodes-fsm-18s-fsm-60s-fsm-70s-fsm-80s","title":"Fujikura ELCT2-20A Replacement Electrodes – AFL Spare Electrodes for FSM-18S FSM-60S FSM-70S FSM-80S FSM-70R FSM-19S FSM-19R","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFujikura ELCT2-20A Replacement Electrodes – Genuine AFL Spare Electrodes for FSM-18S, FSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-70R, FSM-19S \u0026amp; FSM-19R Fusion Splicers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFujikura ELCT2-20A\u003c\/strong\u003e is the genuine OEM replacement electrode set for a wide range of Fujikura FSM-series fusion splicers, including the widely deployed \u003cstrong\u003eFSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-70R, FSM-18S, FSM-19S, and FSM-19R\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are the correct AFL-specified spare electrodes for maintaining arc stability and splice quality in Fujikura’s mid-generation splicer platform — the workhorses of FTTH construction and telecom OSP splicing worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectrodes are the most critical consumable in arc fusion splicing. As tungsten electrodes oxidize and erode over thousands of arc discharges, arc discharge becomes asymmetric and unstable — causing increased splice loss, splice failures, and failed arc calibrations. Replacing with genuine \u003cstrong\u003eFujikura ELCT2-20A electrodes\u003c\/strong\u003e restores arc stability and returns splice loss to factory specification.\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-18S\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-60S\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-70S\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-80S\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-70R\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\u003eFSM-19S\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-19R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRibbon 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-90S+, FSM-90S, 88S, 88R, 90R, 31S, and 41S models, see our Fujikura ELCT2-16B 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\u003eELCT2-20A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFujikura \/ AFL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrode Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4,000 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 Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine Fujikura \/ AFL specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Genuine Fujikura ELCT2-20A Electrodes Matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed OEM Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine ELCT2-20A 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 service life. Third-party electrodes frequently deviate from OEM geometry, causing arc instability that the splicer’s calibration cannot fully compensate for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e~4,000-Splice Service Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated for approximately 4,000 arc discharges — replace at the splicer’s electrode replacement warning or when splice quality degrades, whichever comes first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-Free Field Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 arc discharge, causing higher average splice loss and increased splice failure rates. Genuine ELCT2-20A electrodes maintain stable, symmetric arc discharge from the first splice to the last.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Both Single-Fiber and Ribbon Splicers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ELCT2-20A covers both single-fiber splicers (FSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-18S, FSM-19S) and ribbon splicers (FSM-70R, FSM-19R) — one electrode part number for your full FSM-series fleet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSigns Your Fujikura FSM 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 4,000\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 FSM 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 ELCT2-20A 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 ELCT2-20A 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\u003eELCT2-20A vs. ELCT2-16B: 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\u003eELCT2-20A\u003c\/strong\u003e (this listing)\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eELCT2-16B\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\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 under the electrode replacement section, or contact us with your splicer model number and we will confirm the correct part.\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-60S, FSM-70S, or FSM-80S splicers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRibbon fiber splicing\u003c\/strong\u003e — electrode maintenance for Fujikura FSM-70R and FSM-19R 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 for FSM-series splicers\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 FSM-series 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 ELCT2-20A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Fujikura ELCT2-20A is the genuine replacement electrode set for Fujikura FSM-18S, FSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-70R, FSM-19S, and FSM-19R fusion splicers. Each package contains one pair (2 electrodes) rated for approximately 4,000 arc discharges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which Fujikura splicer models use the ELCT2-20A electrodes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The ELCT2-20A is compatible with the \u003cstrong\u003eFujikura FSM-18S, FSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-70R, FSM-19S, and FSM-19R\u003c\/strong\u003e. For FSM-90S+, FSM-90S, 88S, 88R, 90R, 31S, and 41S models, the correct electrode is the ELCT2-16B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long do the Fujikura ELCT2-20A electrodes last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The ELCT2-20A electrodes are rated for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4,000 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 ELCT2-20A electrodes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The ELCT2-20A 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 ELCT2-20A 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. Skipping arc calibration after electrode replacement will result in poor splice quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between ELCT2-20A and ELCT2-16B?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The ELCT2-20A is for Fujikura’s mid-generation FSM-series splicers (FSM-60S, FSM-70S, FSM-80S, FSM-70R, etc.) with a ~4,000-splice life. The ELCT2-16B is for newer models (FSM-90S+, 88S, 88R, 90R, 31S, 41S) with a ~5,000-splice life. Always verify your splicer model before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are the ELCT2-20A electrodes compatible with the Fujikura FSM-70R ribbon splicer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The ELCT2-20A electrodes are fully compatible with the \u003cstrong\u003eFujikura FSM-70R\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFSM-19R\u003c\/strong\u003e ribbon fusion splicers, as well as all single-fiber FSM models listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are these genuine Fujikura \/ AFL electrodes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. These are genuine Fujikura ELCT2-20A electrodes as specified by AFL, ensuring full OEM compatibility and original arc performance for your Fujikura FSM-series splicer.\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 ELCT2-20A Electrode Pair (2 electrodes) ×1 set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FUJIKURA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33403769258072,"sku":"electrode-201-afl","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/7923\/4648\/products\/a20.jpg?v=1602044853","url":"https:\/\/comway-technology.myshopify.com\/products\/fujikura-elct2-20a-replacement-electrodes-fsm-18s-fsm-60s-fsm-70s-fsm-80s","provider":"Fusion Splicer Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}