May 9, 2003 - Fiber optic SpliceGuardâ„¢ utilizes proprietary Hermacrimpâ„¢ seal to protect fusion splice from water, humidity, corrosive environments, and particulate contamination. With operating temperature range of -40 to +150°C, product handles pressures to 500 psi. Available in 0.150 and 0.100 in. 0Ds with 1.5 in. lengths, product allows for maximum utilization of space and is color-coded for various types and sizes of fiber.

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SpliceGuardâ„¢, A New Fiber Optic Fusion Splice Protector From Greene, Tweed

Kulpsville, PA (April 2003) - Available now - a new SpliceGuardâ„¢ fiber optic fusion splice protector in two sizes from Greene, Tweed. Utilizing the proprietary Hermacrimpâ„¢ seal the new SpliceGuardâ„¢ protects the fusion splice from water, humidity, corrosive environments and particulate contamination.

Technical experience is not required to hermetically seal a fusion splice. The process is simple and does not require the use of messy and unreliable epoxies or all of the supplies associated with the use of heat shrink tubing. SpliceGuardâ„¢ is designed to operate in temperatures from -40°C to +150°C and at pressures up to 500 psi. Available in two sizes: 0.150 inch 0.D. by 1.5-inch length and 0.100 inch O.D. by 1.5-inch length, the new SpliceGuardâ„¢ allows for the maximum utilization of space. For convenience, the SpliceGuardâ„¢ protector is color coded for various types and sizes of fiber.

Greene, Tweed is a leading global manufacturer of high performance seals and engineered components. The company specializes in developing customized solutions for applications in aerospace, medical and biotechnology, fluid handling, industrial, oilfield, and semiconductor industries. Greene, Tweed combines over a century of technical expertise and commercial knowledge to provide customers with engineered solutions for their applications. For additional information, contact Greene, Tweed, 2075 Detwiler Road, P.O. Box 305, and Kulpsville, PA 19443 or visit our website at www.gtweed.com

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Name: Greene, Tweed & Co.
Address: 2075 Detwiler Rd., P.O. Box 305
City: Kulpsville
State: PA
ZIP: 19443 0305
Country: USA
Phone: 800-220-4733
FAX: 215-256-0189
http://www.gtweed.com

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Fusion Splice Protector is offered in 2 different ODs.

SpliceGuardâ„¢, A New Fiber Optic Fusion Splice Protector From Greene, Tweed

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