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Fiber Rough Cut Procedure (view source)
Revision as of 16:29, 8 January 2014
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** If the fiber falls into the storage box:
** If the fiber falls into the storage box:
*** Remove the side panel on the spool storage box using a razor knife to cut the tape.
*** Remove the side panel on the spool storage box using a razor knife to cut the tape.
*** Once the panel is removed, fish the fiber back through the slot at the top of the storage box and secure it in place.
*** Prior to closing the storage box, visually inspect the spools to make certain that the fibers are not fouled and the spools can rotate properly.
*** After inspection, position the side panel in place and secure with black duct tape.
*** Make sure that all exposed joints are covered.
* Place the fiber in the appropriately marked slot.
** Place the end of the fiber against the mark that provides the fiber stop
** Place weights to hold the fiber in place and to keep it from bending to its original position while cutting.
* Hold the spool end of the fiber in place with your left hand.
* Cut the fiber along the notch with the Dremel.
* Turn off the Dremel and set it aside.
* Ensure that the clip has the fiber firmly secured in place before letting go of the fiber.
** If needed place the weight upon it.
** Ensure that the end covered in sponge gasket is placed against the fiber, so as no to damage the fiber cladding.
* Carefully remove the cut fiber from the slot and wipe down with a lint free cloth.
** To prevent flaring of the fiber cladding, start by wiping from the center of the fiber and continue the cleaning stroke until you are well past the end of the fiber. This will help to prevent any snagging and tearing back of the cladding from its core.
* Record the cross-sectional dimensions of the fiber in the logbook.
** For SciFi: only one measurement at the center of the 3 cm fiber is required.
** For light guide: align the fiber to the marks indicated on the wood guide and take the required measurements at the points designated by the markings.
* Visually inspect the fiber for damage, paying particular attention to possible
** Cracks
** Cladding flare.
* If the fiber passes the dimensional limits stated in the specifications document and the visual inspection, place it in the storage box.
* Fibers that do not pass dimensional inspection are either discarded or kept in a separate location, with non-compliant areas marked with painters' tape.