Krell NOVA™ Optical Polishing System
Model Number:NV-100 Brands:KrellRichen Code:87021700
Maximum flexibility for optical surface processing is now available with NOVA™. KrellTech has integrated the proven performance and features of its industry leading Scepter, Trig and FLex polishers into this configurable and cost-effective system. NOVA™ supports a variety of polishing applications from connectors to PICs/waveguides, and bare fibers to custom components. NOVA™ is scalable from R&D projects to high volume production and features wireless tablet operation with a familiar and intuitive Android interface.

Maximum flexibility for optical surface processing is now available with NOVA™. KrellTech has integrated the proven performance and features of its industry leading Scepter, Trig and FLex™ polishers into this configurable and cost-effective system.

NOVA™ supports a variety of polishing applications from connectors to PICs/waveguides, and bare fibers to custom components. NOVA™ is scalable from R&D projects to high volume production and features wireless tablet operation with a familiar and intuitive Android interface. 


Features
• Precision optical polishing
• Tablet control with microfeed™
• Supports all industry standard and connectors / mil-termini / ferrules
• Air polishing in machine
• Telcordia compliant
• Interchangeable fixtures for waveguides, bare fibers and more


Waveguide & Array
NOVA GEO™ PIC Waveguide & Array Polishing System
NOVA GEO™'s flexible processing platform allows it to be configured for polishing waveguides, PIC optical chips, PLCs and fiber arrays.  Polished endface angles can be varied from 0 to 50 degrees using either manual or automated workholder stages.  GEO™'s component mounting plate is adjustable for varying edge widths and thickness.
Optional video inspection systems monitor the polishing process and inspect the polished surface directly in GEO™.  In-line viewing minimizes material handling and is a means to confirm endface geometry before removing the component from the machine.


Bare Fiber
NOVA™ Bare Fiber Polishing System
NOVA™'s flexible processing platform allows it to be configured for polishing bare fibers. Fibers can be polished at variable angles from 0 to 50 degrees using specialized workholders and adapters.  A variety of fiber types from standard singlemode to PM, and sapphire to PCF can be processed.  A quick swap-out of adapters allow the polishing of fiber diameters from 80um to >3mm. 

Optional video inspection systems monitor the polishing process and inspect the polished surface directly in NOVA™.  In-line viewing minimizes material handling and is a means to confirm endface geometry before removing the fiber from the machine. 

Conical and chisel fiber tips can also be formed using the Orbit™ Shaping Module (see below). 


Connector Polishers
NOVA™ Optical Polishing System

Maximum flexibility for optical surface processing is now available with NOVA™. KrellTech has integrated the proven performance and features of its industry leading Scepter, Trig and FLex polishers into this configurable and cost-effective system. 

NOVA™ supports a variety of polishing applications from connectors to PICs/waveguides, and bare fibers to custom components. NOVA™ is scalable from R&D projects to high volume production and features wireless tablet operation with a familiar and intuitive Android interface.



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Q: PM fiber alignment: how well in angle can you set the stress axis? Another way, when I couple two fibers together what the cross coupling will be. Thanks

A: Using our SV10 Surface Inspection Videoscope combined with our measurement software, PM stress member alignment repeatability is about +/-1 degree.


Q: What size polishing discs are used with NOVA?

A: This polisher uses 4" (4 inch) diameter polishing films, rubber pads and glass disks.


Q: Does the NOVA offer a way to support the cables above the machine while polishing?

A: A set of cable management arms are included with the base NOVA. The NOVA™ design also allows for the interfacing of custom cable fixtures.


Q: Is it possible to have different inserts for different connectors on the same 8-position NOVA?

A:  Yes, an individual workholder fixture can be configured with various connector types and polishing positions.


Q: Is the attached a NOVA polisher?

A:  No, it is a SpecPro


Q: I attached a picture of a product I am interested in. Can you tell me the name and part number of the attached?

A: There was no attachment provided.


Q: I attached a picture of polishing film and pads. Will this size work with the NOVA?

A:  They appear to be all 4" in diameter, so yes.


Q: Is the attached compatible with a NOVA polisher?

A: No, the workholder in the picture you provided was for a Scepter Polisher.


Q: How is the z axis lowered to the polishing surface?

A:  It uses a linear stage that is controlled via tablet.


Q: Is there a warranty on all parts?

A:  Yes, up to 1 year.


Q: Is there an emergency switch button?

A:  Yes


Q: What is the warranty period?

A:  1 year on parts


Q: Is this base capable of interchanging workholder/fixtures?

A:  Yes


Q: Are these available for angled MT Connectors?

A: Yes 


Q: Do you offer process development?

A:  We do, however on a basis to basis application.


Q: What film size does NOVA use?

A:  4 inch diameter polishing film.


Q: If I have an 8 position polishing jig, can I polish less than 8 connectors?

A:  Yes, any number of connectors can be polished.


Q: What is the maximum number of SC connectors that can be polished with NOVA?

A:  NOVA™ can polish 8 SC/UPC or SC/APC connectors.


Q: What size film does NOVA use?

A:  NOVA™ uses 4 inch diameter polishing film, rubber pads and glass disks.


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