LDC401 & LDC401A Automated Cleavers Chapter 9: Controlling the LDC401 and LDC401A
Rev B, July 19, 2017 Page 29
Once the left FHB lid is closed, the user is given extra time to close the right FHB lid. Pressing ‘Start’ will advance
the LDC401 to the tension stage.
Figure 32 Cleave Screen – Extended Vacuum
The LDC401 will wait until the user is ready to start the cleave or repeat load fiber. Note that the user can return to
the LDC Main Screen at this point in order to modify parameters or access the toolbar.
Figure 33 Cleave Screen – Reload or Cleave
Cleave begins by tensioning fiber, displaying the measured tension.
Figure 34 Cleave Screen – Tension