Replacement Components for Vytran® Fiber Recoaters with UV Curing Lamps


  • Compatible with our Previous-Generation Fiber Recoaters with UV Halogen Bulbs
  • Mold Assemblies with Three Available Coating Diameters
  • Replacement Injectors, Tubes, Fiber Block Inserts,
    and Handset Controllers

VHJ500

Bottom Fiber Block Insert

PC373

Low-Index Recoat Material

RM430A

Mold Assembly for Manual Recoater,
50 mm Max Recoat Length

PTRRRM

Replacement Manual Injector
for 50 mm Recoaters

VHH000

Top Fiber Block Insert

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Thorlabs' Fiber Recoater Indicating the Mold Assembly, Fiber Holding Blocks, and Fiber Holding Block Inserts

Features

  • Mold Assemblies with Three Available Coating Diameters
  • Fiber Holding Block Inserts Compatible with Linear and Rotary Proof Testers
  • High-Index and Low-Index Recoat Materials
  • Replacement Manual Injectors, Injection Tubes, and Handset Controllers

Thorlabs offers these mold assemblies, fiber holding block inserts, and recoat materials that are compatible with our previous-generation Vytran® Fiber Recoaters with UV Curing Lamps. These replacement items are provided for customers with previous-generation PTR303(B), PTR304(B), PTR306(B), and PTR307(B) units.

New customers are encouraged to consider one of our fiber recoaters with UV curing LEDs. Upgrades to UV LEDs may be available for owners of previous-generation units; please contact Tech Support for more information.

Mold Assemblies
Our mold assemblies are available in a variety of sizes so that customers can choose the right mold coating diameter for their application. Custom mold coating sizes are available up to Ø900 µm. Please contact Tech Support for more information on custom molds.

Inserts for Fiber Holding Blocks
We offer a variety of fiber holding block inserts in order to support a wide range of fiber coating diameters. The inserts cover fiber coatings from Ø80 µm to Ø1000 µm; a total of four are necessary for each recoater, two top inserts and two bottom inserts.

Recoat Materials
Thorlabs offers both high-index (Item # AB950200) and low-index (Item # PC373) recoat materials. Previous-generation recoaters with manual injection pumps (Item #s PTR303B, PTR304B, PTR306B, and PTR307B) are compatible with both types of recoat material. Manual recoaters with an automatic injection system (Item #s PTR303, PTR304, PTR306, and PTR307) are compatible with the high-index recoat material, but they may be customized to work with both the low- and high-index recoat material. Please contact Tech Support for more information.


Posted Comments:
user  (posted 2019-04-18 06:55:32.927)
1.Do you provide any test report for recoater unit? [eg., by including results of two recoatings of a fiber (one HI and one LI acrylate) such as adhesion, tension etc., If not what else (certificate of compliance etc.,) do you provide confirming quality of the product 2.For manual recoat injector ( PTR 303B), how can user programme inject rate, inject amount? These parameters are controlled by manual operation of injector eg., by pressure applied (manually) on syringe piston. 3. Do you provide installation service in India? If so what is additional cost of installation/demonstration?
nbayconich  (posted 2019-04-25 04:56:03.0)
Thank you for contacting Thorlabs. The PTR303B can be easily programmed by the user to change the injection qty, injection rate, fiber diameter used, etc using the tablet & software provided. We have regional Vytran reps that can help provide on site work at your location. A Vytran representative will contact you directly with more information regarding our recoater's testing documentation and services.

The table below outlines the entire PTR series to directly compare the capabilities across the whole line.

Vytran® PTR Series Recoater and Proof Tester Selection Guide
Item # UV Curing Source Mold Assembly Proof Tester Recoat Injection Pump Max Recoat Length Recoat Material Mold Cleaning Requirement
High Index
(Item # AB950200)
Low Index
(Item # PC373)
Dedicated Proof Testers
PTR301 N/A N/A Linear N/A N/A - - N/A
PTR302 Rotary - -
Dedicated Recoatersa
PTR403 LEDs Manual N/A Automatic 50 mm yes - After Every Recoat Process
PTR403B Manual 50 mm yes yes
PTR404B Manual 100 mm
PTR305 LEDs Automatic N/A Automatic 50 mm yes - Dailyb
Recoaters with Proof Testersa
PTR406 LEDs Manual Linear Automatic 50 mm yes - After Every Recoat Process
PTR406B Manual 50 mm yes yes
PTR407 LEDs Manual Rotary Automatic 50 mm yes - After Every Recoat Process
PTR407B Manual 50 mm yes yes
PTR308 LEDs Automatic Linear Automatic 50 mm yes - Dailyb
  • These recoaters are designed to be used with high- or low-index recoater material. Thorlabs also offers the PRL201, which is designed for polyimide-coated fibers.
  • The mold assembly of these recoaters should be cleaned before the first recoating process of the day and then again after the last recoating process of the day.
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Mold Assemblies - One Required for Manual Fiber Recoaters

Item # Coating
Diameter
Max
Recoat Length
Compatible
Recoatersa
RM280A 280 µm 50 mm PTR303(B),
PTR306(B),
PTR307(B)
RM430A 430 µm
RM600A 600 µm
RM280L 280 µm 100 mm PTR304(B)
RM430L 430 µm
RM600L 600 µm
  • These previous-generation items are no longer avaialble for purchase.
  • Compatible with Previous-Generation UV Lamp Fiber Recoaters
  • Three Available Mold Coating Diameters: 280 µm, 430 µm, and 600 µm
  • 50 mm or 100 mm Maximum Recoat Length

The Mold Assemblies are composed of split quartz mold plates which, when closed, form the cylindrical mold cavity around the exposed section of the fiber being recoated. They are available for Ø280 µm, Ø430 µm, or Ø600 µm fiber coatings and in maximum fiber recoat lengths of 50 mm and 100 mm. Custom mold sizes up to Ø900 µm are available; please contact Tech Support for more information. Mold assemblies with a 50 mm recoat length feature a lever to assist with opening or closing the mold.

Recoat material (sold below) is injected into the mold assembly by either an automatic or manual injection system. Then, UV light cures the recoat material. Cure times are dependent on the mold size and recoat material, but they range from approximately 12 - 15 seconds for the RM280A mold assembly with high-index AB950200 recoat material to 30 - 60 seconds with the low-index PC373 recoat material. The recoater mold assembly should be cleaned throughly with isopropyl alcohol or acetone between each recoating process; reliable and repeatable performance is highly dependent on the cleanliness of the mold.

When purchasing a manual fiber recoater for the first time, it is necessary to choose a mold assembly that is appropriate for the desired fiber coating diameter. Additional mold assemblies may also be purchased and swapped out by the user. The assembly simply screws to the top of the device, making the removal and install simple and easy. Because of this, our manual recoaters are adaptable and flexible in the field and can be modified to accept varying diameters of fiber quickly. A recoater mold can be factory installed prior to shipment upon request by contacting Tech Support. It is also necessary to order the proper inserts (sold below) that best match the fiber diameter being used, whether purchasing a fiber recoater for the first time or updating a current recoater for a different fiber diameter.

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RM280A Support Documentation
RM280ARecoater Mold Assembly, Ø280 µm Coating, 50 mm Max Recoat Length
$4,798.02
3 weeks
RM430A Support Documentation
RM430ARecoater Mold Assembly, Ø430 µm Coating, 50 mm Max Recoat Length
$4,798.02
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RM600A Support Documentation
RM600ARecoater Mold Assembly, Ø600 µm Coating, 50 mm Max Recoat Length
$4,798.02
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RM280L Support Documentation
RM280LRecoater Mold Assembly, Ø280 µm Coating, 100 mm Max Recoat Length
$7,246.32
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RM430L Support Documentation
RM430LRecoater Mold Assembly, Ø430 µm Coating, 100 mm Max Recoat Length
$7,246.32
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RM600L Support Documentation
RM600LRecoater Mold Assembly, Ø600 µm Coating, 100 mm Max Recoat Length
$7,246.32
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Inserts for Fiber Holding Blocks - Two Top and Two Bottom Required

Compatible Fiber Buffer/Coating Diameters & Recoaters
Item # Top or
Bottom
Nominal
Diameter
Min
Diameter
Max
Diameter
Compatible
Recoaters
VHJT Top - 80 µm 700 µm PTR306(B)b
VHJT900a Top 900 μm 700 µm 1000 µm
VHJ250 Bottom 250 μm 80 µm 375 µm
VHJ500 Bottom 500 μm 375 µm 700 µm
VHJ900Sa Bottom 900 μm 700 µm 1000 µm
VHH000 Top - 90 µm 660 µm PTR305
PTR303(B)b
PTR304(B)b
PTR307(B)b
VHH900a Top 900 µm 700 µm 1000 µm
VHH100 Bottom 100 µm 90 µm 110 µm
VHH125 Bottom 125 µm 113 µm 137 µm
VHH160 Bottom 160 µm 144 µm 176 µm
VHH250 Bottom 250 µm 225 µm 275 µm
VHH300 Bottom 300 µm 250 µm 350 µm
VHH400 Bottom 400 µm 350 µm 450 µm
VHH500 Bottom 500 µm 450 µm 550 µm
VHH600 Bottom 600 µm 540 µm 660 µm
VHH900Sa Bottom 900 µm 810 µm 990 µm
  • These previous-generation items are no longer available for purchase.
  • Custom mold sizes are available for Ø900 µm fiber coatings for both our automatic and manual fiber recoaters. Please contact Tech Support for more information.
  • Fiber Block Inserts for Thorlabs' Fiber Recoaters
  • Two Types:
    • VHJ Series for Recoaters with Linear Proof Testers
    • VHH Series for Recoaters with Rotary Proof Testers
  • Compatible with Fiber Coating Diameters from 80 µm to 1000 µm
  • Choose Two Top Inserts and Two Bottom Inserts

A total of four inserts, two top inserts and two bottom inserts, are required for a full recoater unit. The inserts are seated in and secured to the fiber holding blocks. They can easily be swapped out for different sizes, allowing our recoaters to adapt quickly should different fiber coating sizes be desired. These inserts are compatible with fiber coatings ranging from Ø80 µm to Ø1000 µm.

We offer two types of inserts. The VHJ Series inserts are designed for recoaters with linear proof testers (Item #s PTR306 and PTR306B). The VHH Series inserts are are designed for recoaters with a rotary proof tester (Item #s PTR303, PTR303B, PTR304, PTR304B, PTR305, PTR307 and PTR307B).

Custom sizes are available; please contact Tech Support for more information.

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VHJT Support Documentation
VHJTTop Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks with Rubber Insert
$121.17
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VHJT900 Support Documentation
VHJT900Top Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks with Rubber Insert for Large-Diameter Fiber
$158.00
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VHJ250 Support Documentation
VHJ250Bottom Guide Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø80 µm - Ø375 µm Coating
$224.51
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VHJ500 Support Documentation
VHJ500Bottom Guide Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø375 µm - Ø700 µm Coating
$224.51
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VHJ900S Support Documentation
VHJ900SBottom Guide Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø700 µm - Ø1000 µm Coating
$224.51
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VHH000 Support Documentation
VHH000Top Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Flat
$59.39
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VHH900 Support Documentation
VHH900Top Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Clearance Slot for Large-Diameter Fiber
$188.88
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VHH100 Support Documentation
VHH100Bottom V-Groove Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø90 µm - Ø110 µm Coating
$188.88
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VHH125 Support Documentation
VHH125Bottom V-Groove Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø113 µm - Ø137 µm Coating
$188.88
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VHH160 Support Documentation
VHH160Bottom V-Groove Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø144 µm - Ø176 µm Coating
$188.88
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VHH250 Support Documentation
VHH250Bottom V-Groove Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø225 µm - Ø275 µm Coating
$188.88
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VHH300 Support Documentation
VHH300Bottom V-Groove Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø250 µm - Ø350 µm Coating
$188.88
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VHH400 Support Documentation
VHH400Bottom V-Groove Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø350 µm - Ø450 µm Coating
$188.88
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VHH500 Support Documentation
VHH500Bottom V-Groove Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø450 µm - Ø550 µm Coating
$188.88
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VHH600 Support Documentation
VHH600Bottom V-Groove Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø540 µm - Ø660 µm Coating
$188.88
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VHH900S Support Documentation
VHH900SBottom V-Groove Insert for Fiber Holding Blocks, Ø810 µm - Ø990 µm Coating
$188.88
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Recoat Materials - Choose Appropriate Material

Item # Recoat Material Compatible Recoaters
Automatic Injection Manual Injection
AB950200 High Index PTR303a, PTR304a,
PTR306a, PTR307a,
PTR305, PTR308,
PTR403, PTR404,
PTR406, PTR407
PTR303Ba, PTR304Ba,
PTR306Ba, PTR307Ba,
PTR403B, PTR404B,
PTR406B, PTR407B
PC373 Low Index -
  • These previous-generation items are no longer available for purchase.
  • AB950200: High-Index Recoat Material
  • PC373: Low-Index Recoat Material

Thorlabs offers UV-curable acrylate recoat materials to be used in our PTR series fiber recoaters. We offer both high-index (Item # AB950200) and low-index (Item # PC373) material in 1 oz bottles. The high-index material can be used in all recoaters (except the PRL201), whereas the low-index material can only be used in recoaters with the manual injection pump option.

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AB950200 Support Documentation
AB950200High-Index Recoat Material, 1 oz
$315.99
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PC373 Support Documentation
PC373Low-Index Recoat Material, 1 oz
$460.92
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Replacement Manual Injectors and Components

Item # Component
Description
Compatible Recoaters
50 mm Recoaters 100 mm Recoaters
PTRRRM
Manual Injector PTR303Ba,
PTR306Ba, PTR307Ba,
PTR406B, PTR407B
-
PTRRRML
- PTR304Ba, PTR404B
RRMTA
Injection Tube PTR303Ba,
PTR306Ba, PTR307Ba,
PTR406B, PTR407B
-
RRMTAL - PTR304Ba, PTR404B
RRMS Syringe Barrel PTR303Ba,
PTR306Ba, PTR307Ba,
PTR406B, PTR407B
PTR304Ba, PTR404B
  • These previous-generation items are no longer available for purchase.

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The manual injector is mounted to the recoater via two 4-40 mounting screws.
  • Replacement Manual Injectors for Dispensing Recoat Material into the Mold
    • Accept PC373 and AB950200 Recoat Materials
  • Replacement Injection Tubes for Recoaters with Manual Injectors
  • Replacement Syringe Barrel for Manual Injectors

These manual injectors and injection tubes are available as replacement parts for Thorlabs' Vytran Fiber Recoaters with Manual Injectors; compatible systems are listed to the right. We also offer a replacement syringe barrel.

Each injector can be mounted to compatible fiber recoaters via two 4-40, 3/32" hex screws on the recoater housing (see photo to the right). To connect the injector to the recoater mold, tighten the connector at the end of the green plastic tubing, then loosen by a 1/4 turn to allow for rotation.

The injector is equipped with a distribution valve and two-position selection lever for directing the flow of recoat material. A knurled dispensing screw with an internal plunger acts as a syringe for the recoat material. To fill the syringe, point the lever downward (i.e., toward the recoat bottle), then rotate the knurled dispensing screw counterclockwise until it spins freely to fill the syringe (shown in the photo to the right). Then, to inject the recoat material into the mold, point the lever horizontally (i.e., facing the knurled screw) and rotate the screw clockwise until near the end of the travel range is reached. Avoid bottoming out the dispenser as this may damage the internal plunger; also take care when re-engaging the threads to avoid cross threading the dispensing screw. Several fill/inject steps may be needed until air is displaced within the system. Use lens tissue and an acetone or alcohol cleaning solution to collect any excess recoat material that flows from the mold.

Each injection tube and the RRMS syringe barrel are available as replacement parts for the manual injectors. The injection tube should be changed out if the knurl fitting breaks off the end, it leaks recoat material, or a clog forms that cannot be cleared with acetone. If the syringe no longer injects or an excessive number of air bubbles are visible in the recoat material (even after flushing the system), the syringe barrel should be replaced. A 5/16" thin spanner wrench is required for securing the syringe onto the recoat injector. Detailed installation instructions are provided in the support documentation, which can be found by clicking on the red documents icon () next to each item number.

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PTRRRM Support Documentation
PTRRRMReplacement Injector for Vytran Recoaters with 50 mm Manual Mold Assemblies and Manual Injectors
$1,457.58
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PTRRRML Support Documentation
PTRRRMLReplacement Injector for Vytran Recoaters with 100 mm Manual Mold Assemblies and Manual Injectors
$1,457.58
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RRMTA Support Documentation
RRMTAReplacement Injection Tube for Vytran Recoaters with 50 mm Manual Mold Assemblies and Manual Injectors
$384.22
Today
RRMTAL Support Documentation
RRMTALReplacement Injection Tube for Vytran Recoaters with 100 mm Manual Mold Assemblies and Manual Injectors
$384.22
Today
RRMS Support Documentation
RRMSReplacement Syringe Barrel for Vytran Recoaters with Manual Injectors
$686.11
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Replacement Injection Tube for Recoaters with Manual Mold Assemblies and Automatic Injectors

Compatible Systems

  • PTR303*, PTR304*, and PTR403 Manual Fiber Recoaters, Automatic Recoat Injector
  • PTR306*, PTR307*, PTR406, and PTR407 Manual Fiber Recoaters with Proof Testers, Automatic Recoat Injector

*These previous-generation items are no longer available for purchase.

  • Replacement Injection Tube for Dispensing Recoat Material into the Mold
  • Compatible with Vytran Fiber Recoaters with Manual Mold Assemblies that Use Automatic Injectors (See List to the Right)
  • For Use with AB950200 and PC373 Recoat Materials

This replacement injection tube is compatible with Thorlabs' Vytran Fiber Recoaters that use Manual Mold Assemblies and Automatic Injection Systems (Item #s listed to the right). Though each system comes with an injection tube installed, it may need to be replaced if the knurled fitting breaks off the end, it leaks recoat material, or a clog forms that cannot be cleared with acetone.

Detailed installation instructions for the RRATA injection tube are provided in the support documentation, which can be found by clicking on the red documents icon () next to the item number.

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RRATA Support Documentation
RRATAReplacement Injection Tube for Vytran Recoaters with Manual Mold Assemblies and Automatic Injectors
$384.22
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Replacement Proof Test Grips for Fiber Rotary Proof Testers

Compatible Systems

  • PTR302 Fiber Rotary Proof Tester
  • PTR307(B)* and PTR407(B) Manual Fiber Recoaters with Proof Testers
  • FFS2001PT Fiber Preparation and Splicing Workstation
  • FFS2001WS Fiber Preparation, Splicing, and Proof Testing Workstation

*These previous-generation items are no longer available for purchase.

The PG200 Proof Test Grips are designed as replacements for the Vytran rotary proof testers listed to the right. Each system is sold with a set of these grips installed.

Proof test grips may need to be replaced when the fiber slips at high tension levels. After the proof test grips are replaced the system will need to be calibrated; please contact Tech Support for details. Instructions for replacing the proof test grips are provided in each system's manual.

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PG200 Support Documentation
PG200Replacement Proof Test Grips for Rotary Proof Testers, Qty. 10
$60.59
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Replacement Rubber Strip for VHJT, VHJ250, and VHJ500 Inserts

Inserting VHJR into VHJT
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VHJR Rubber Strip shown partially inserted into the metal channel of a VHJT Fiber Holding Block Insert.
  • Replacement Rubber Strip for VHJT, VHJ250, and VHJ500 Fiber Holding Block Inserts
  • 2" Length (Trim to Size)
  • Available in a Pack of 12

This 12 Pack of Replacement Rubber Strips is directly compatible with our VHJT, VHJ250, and VHJ500 fiber holding block inserts. Although one rubber strip comes preinstalled in each insert, these can wear out over time and should be replaced when the holding block insert no longer withstands the applied proof test tension.

The rubber strip features a raised profile, and care must be taken during installation to ensure this profile sits above the metal channel of the insert. Detailed installation instructions are provided in the VHJR support documentation, which can be found by clicking on the red documents icon () next to the item number.

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VHJR Support Documentation
VHJRReplacement Rubber Strip for VHJT, VHJ250, and VHJ500 Inserts, 12 Pack
$60.38
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Replacement Handset Controller


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Screenshot of VYT300C Controller When Used with PTR403 Recoater

Compatible Systems

  • LDC401(A) Fiber Cleavers
  • LDC450B Portable Fiber Cleaver
  • PTR303(B), PTR304(B), PTR306(B), PTR307(B), PTR403(B), PTR404B, PTR406(B), and PTR407(B) Manual Mold Fiber Recoaters
  • PTR305 and PTR308 Automatic Mold Fiber Recoaters
  • PTR301 and PTR302 Fiber Proof Tester
  • Provides Full Functionality for Compatible Systems (See Compatible Systems List to the Right)
  • Intuitive GUI
  • Capacitive Touchscreen
  • Small Footprint

This handset controller is available as an alternative to the tablet controller previously included with our Vytran Large Diameter Fiber Cleavers, PTR Series Fiber Recoaters, and PTR Series Fiber Proof Testers. One handset controller is included with each new PTR series recoater system. A single handset controller can be used with multiple systems; after configuring parameters for one fiber processing unit, the controller can be disconnected and then connected to a different unit, of the same or a different type, to configure its parameters.

The handset controller must be connected via the included cable in order to use it. The controller automatically turns on when the connected system is turned on. Upon startup, the handset controller will always read parameters from the connected system; i.e., the parameters that appear on the screen will always be the parameters that have been uploaded to the connected unit. If the parameters read from the unit match the parameters of the most recently opened file on the handset controller, the screen will display the file name.

The suite of tools available through the handset controller includes a record of the total cure time of the machine (under Process Counters) that is not shown on the tablet controller. This value may be reset each time the bulbs are replaced.

The handset controller can open, save, delete, export, and import files containing parameters for compatible systems. Exporting or importing a file will require a memory device to be connected to the Program Port of the handset controller.

Instructions for using this controller can be found in the manuals for the compatible Vytran systems.

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VYT300C Support Documentation
VYT300CCustomer Inspired! Handset Controller for LDC401(A) Cleavers, LDC450B Portable Cleaver, PTR30x(B) and PTR40x(B) Recoaters, and PTR30x Proof Testers
$982.52
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