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Signal Fire AI-9 Fusion Splicer | Built-in OPM & VFL, 7800mAh, 6-Motor Core Alignment
Signal Fire AI-9 Fusion Splicer | Built-in OPM & VFL, 7800mAh, 6-Motor Core Alignment
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Signal Fire AI-9 Fusion Splicer – 3-in-1 Field Tool: Splicer + Power Meter + VFL
The Signal Fire AI-9 is built for the fiber technician who wants to carry less and do more. While most fusion splicers are single-purpose tools, the AI-9 integrates a built-in optical power meter (OPM) and visual fault locator (VFL) directly into the splicer body — eliminating the need to carry separate test instruments on the job. Add a massive 7800mAh battery that can even charge your phone, an industrial quad-core CPU for fast response, and cloud-based unlimited splice record storage, and the AI-9 is one of the most feature-complete field splicers available at its price point.
Why Choose the Signal Fire AI-9?
- Built-in Optical Power Meter (OPM): Measures at 850nm, 1300nm, 1310nm, 1490nm, 1550nm, and 1625nm with a -70 to +6dBm range — no separate power meter needed on the job
- Built-in Visual Fault Locator (VFL): 15mW VFL with 2Hz flashing and constant bright modes for fast fiber fault detection — integrated directly into the splicer
- 7800mAh High-Capacity Battery: One of the largest batteries in its class — supports 240+ splice and heat cycles and can charge your smartphone in the field
- 6-Motor Core Alignment: Six-motor drive system with auto-focus delivers consistent 0.025dB SM splice loss across all standard fiber types
- Industrial Quad-Core CPU: Fast processor for synchronous, real-time ARC control and calibration with no lag or jamming
- Cloud-Based Unlimited Storage: Splice records sync to your phone and cloud server for unlimited storage — no SD card limits
- 5-Inch 800×480 HD Screen: Large, high-resolution 5.1-inch TFT color display for clear fiber inspection with 300X magnification
- -15°C Cold Weather Operation: Operates in temperatures as low as -15°C — suitable for desert, snow, high-altitude, and extreme weather conditions
- LED Work Light: Built-in lighting for convenient night operation and low-light environments
- Multi-Fiber Holder: Compatible with SM, MM, bare fiber, pigtail, rubber-insulated, and multi-fiber cable types
Ideal Applications
- Long-haul trunk fiber construction (up to 100km)
- FTTH last-mile fiber deployment
- Security monitoring and CCTV fiber infrastructure
- High-altitude and extreme weather field work (-15°C to +50°C)
- Night operations requiring built-in LED lighting
- Field teams wanting to eliminate separate OPM and VFL instruments
AI-9 vs. Signal Fire AI-8C – What’s Upgraded?
| Feature | AI-9 | AI-8C |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in OPM | Yes (6 wavelengths) | Yes |
| Built-in VFL | Yes (15mW) | Yes |
| Battery | 7800mAh | Smaller |
| Phone Charging | Yes | No |
| CPU | Industrial Quad-Core | Standard |
| Cloud Storage | Unlimited (phone + server) | Limited |
| Min. Operating Temp | -15°C | -10°C |
| Screen | 5.1-inch 800×480 | 5-inch |
| Splice Loss (SM) | 0.025dB | 0.02dB |
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Fiber Alignment | 6-Motor Core Alignment (auto-focus) |
| Fiber Types | SM (G.652/G.657), MM (G.651), DS (G.653), NZDS (G.655) |
| Cladding Diameter | 80–150μm |
| Coating Diameter | 100–1,000μm |
| Cleave Length | Coating <250μm: 8–16mm | Coating 250–1,000μm: 16mm |
| Splice Loss | SM: 0.025dB | MM: 0.01dB | DS/NZDS: 0.04dB |
| Return Loss | >60dB |
| Splice Time | 5 sec |
| Heating Time | 15 sec |
| Protection Sleeve | 60mm, 40mm |
| Magnification | 300X (single axis) | 150X (dual axis) |
| Display | 5.1-inch TFT color display, 800×480 |
| Built-in OPM | 850 / 1300 / 1310 / 1490 / 1550 / 1625nm | Range: -70 to +6dBm | Error: <0.3dB |
| Built-in VFL | 15mW | 2Hz flashing + constant bright mode |
| Battery | 7800mAh | 240+ splice & heat cycles | Can charge smartphone |
| Splice Record Storage | Cloud sync to phone + server (unlimited) |
| Operating Conditions | -15°C to +50°C | <95% humidity | 0–5,000m altitude | Wind up to 15m/s |
| Power Supply | AC 100–240V / DC 13.5V 4.8A |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
Package Contents
- Signal Fire AI-9 Fusion Splicer
- Fiber Cleaver
- Wire Stripping Pliers (Miller Stripper)
- LED Work Light
- Hex Key
- Carrying Case
- Fiber for ARC Calibration
- Straps (shoulder + hand)
- Power Adapter
- Alcohol Bottle
- Brush
- User Manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the built-in optical power meter (OPM) on the AI-9?
A: The AI-9 includes a fully functional optical power meter that measures at six wavelengths: 850nm, 1300nm, 1310nm, 1490nm, 1550nm, and 1625nm, with a measuring range of -70 to +6dBm and an absolute error of less than 0.3dB. This eliminates the need to carry a separate OPM on the job, saving cost and reducing equipment load.
Q: What is the built-in VFL and how does it work?
A: The AI-9 includes a 15mW Visual Fault Locator (VFL) with two modes: 2Hz flashing (for fault detection) and constant bright (for fiber tracing). The VFL injects visible red light into the fiber to quickly identify breaks, bends, or bad connectors without needing a separate instrument.
Q: Can the AI-9 charge my smartphone?
A: Yes. The AI-9’s 7800mAh battery includes a phone charging output, allowing you to charge your smartphone directly from the splicer in the field — useful for long days on remote job sites.
Q: How does cloud storage work on the AI-9?
A: The AI-9 syncs splice records to your smartphone and a cloud server, providing unlimited storage capacity. This is a significant advantage over splicers with fixed internal memory or SD card limits, especially on large projects with thousands of splice records.
Q: What warranty does the Signal Fire AI-9 come with?
A: The AI-9 comes with a 1-year manufacturer warranty. For support or bulk pricing, contact us at info@splicermarket.com.
