Optical Connector End Face Cleaning System (Offsoon)

Optical connector end face cleaning system "Offsoon"

Offsoon is a manufacturing-grade optical connector end-face cleaning device that sprays a special solvent along with compressed air onto the end face of optical connectors to clean away dirt.
Since it does not directly touch the end face, there is no need to worry about damaging the end face.
The solvent injection volume is mechanically controlled, ensuring consistent cleaning quality regardless of the operator's skill.
Furthermore, it can be integrated into automated production lines.

Cleaning in progress

Transceiver and MT connector cleaning process (using Offsoon Mark3 (older model))
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feature

Compatible with various connectors ^*1

By replacing the tip, it is possible to clean the end face of not only general single-fiber connectors such as SC and LC connectors, but also multi-fiber connectors such as MT and MPO, as well as types of SFP modules that are difficult to clean with general cleaners. .

Low running costs (less than 1 yen per use) ^*2

The cleaning cost per cleaning is very low, less than 1 yen, making it ideal for use at manufacturing sites. The more times you clean, the more cost benefits you can enjoy.

Automation is also possible when combined with other products ^*3

By combining with a robot arm and an optional optical connector end surface inspection machine, it can be easily introduced into an automatic cleaning inspection line.

*1 MT and MPO connector cleaning is only available for Offsoon mark3MT.
*2 Trial calculation for the minimum injection amount for Offsoon mark3. (As of March 2019)
*3 The robot arm is not a standard product. Basically, it will be prepared by the customer.

specification

Item/model number	Offsoon mark II Plus	Offsoon mark IV	Offsoon mark MT
Gas used	Dry and clean air / _N2
Air supply (*)	0.4MPa-0.6MPa	0.5MPa-1.0MPa
power supply	DC 12V	DC 24V
power consumption	5W	15W
operating temperature	＋5℃～＋35℃
cleaning time	1 second	1.5 seconds
Main cleaning target	SC/LC, etc. Single fiber adapter/connector	SC/LC, etc. Single fiber adapter/connector	MT/MPO Multi-core adapter/connector
External interface	Nothing	Yes
Weight (main body)	about 5.7kg	about 7kg
Dimensions (body/handle part)	Body: 265 x 205 x 92.5mm Handle part: φ15mm×110mm	Body: 330 x 200 x 155mm Handle part: 166 x 43 x 32mm

*Please note that the air compressor must be provided by the customer.

Customization of solvent injection amount and compressed air injection time

Offsoon mark 4 / MT can decide the cleaning specifications from a total of 6 patterns that combine solvent injection amount (large, medium and small 3 patterns) and air injection time (long and short 2 patterns). We can respond to a variety of requests, such as reducing the cleaning time and amount of spray, or conversely maximizing the cleaning performance.

Cleaning mechanism

The sprayed cleaning solvent is applied to the end face of the optical connector, where it is collected and discarded along with the dirt.

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Solvent-based cleaning systems achieve low cost and consistent cleaning quality.