NOVA Optical Polishing System
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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 waveguides, and bare fibers to custom components. NOVA™ is scalable for R&D projects, high volume production, and the rigors of harsh environments and field installation.
Related Q&A:
May 28, 2020, 1:50 p.m.
Q
What size polishing discs are used with NOVA?
A
This polisher uses 4" (4 inch) diameter polishing films, rubber pads and glass disks.
April 2, 2020, 3:25 p.m.
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.
April 2, 2020, 2:49 p.m.
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.
March 31, 2020, 8:56 p.m.
Q
Is the attached a NOVA polisher?
A
No, it is a SpecPro
March 31, 2020, 8:08 p.m.
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.
March 31, 2020, 8:08 p.m.
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.
March 31, 2020, 7:49 p.m.
Q
Is the attached compatible with a NOVA polisher?
A
No, the workholder in the picture you provided was for a Scepter Polisher.
March 31, 2020, 7:35 p.m.
Q
How is the z axis lowered to the polishing surface?
A
It uses a linear stage that is controlled via tablet.
March 27, 2020, 7:01 p.m.
Q
Is there a warranty on all parts?
A
Yes, up to 1 year.
March 26, 2020, 7:22 p.m.
Q
Is there an emergency switch button?
A
Yes
March 26, 2020, 7:13 p.m.
Q
What is the warranty period?
A
1 year on parts
March 26, 2020, 7:04 p.m.
Q
Is this base capable of interchanging workholder/fixtures?
A
Yes
March 26, 2020, 7 p.m.
Q
Are these available for angled MT Connectors?
A
Yes
March 26, 2020, 6:22 p.m.
Q
Do you offer process development?
A
We do, however on a basis to basis application.
March 23, 2020, 8:40 p.m.
Q
What film size does NOVA use?
A
4 inch diameter polishing film.
March 23, 2020, 6:37 p.m.
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.
Jan. 3, 2020, 4:23 p.m.
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.
Jan. 3, 2020, 3:20 p.m.
Q
What size film does NOVA use?
A
NOVA uses 4 inch diameter polishing film, rubber pads and glass disks.
Related Q&A:
May 28, 2020, 1:50 p.m.
Q
What size polishing discs are used with NOVA?
A
This polisher uses 4" (4 inch) diameter polishing films, rubber pads and glass disks.
April 2, 2020, 3:25 p.m.
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.
April 2, 2020, 2:49 p.m.
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.
March 31, 2020, 8:56 p.m.
Q
Is the attached a NOVA polisher?
A
No, it is a SpecPro
March 31, 2020, 8:08 p.m.
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.
March 31, 2020, 8:08 p.m.
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.
March 31, 2020, 7:49 p.m.
Q
Is the attached compatible with a NOVA polisher?
A
No, the workholder in the picture you provided was for a Scepter Polisher.
March 31, 2020, 7:35 p.m.
Q
How is the z axis lowered to the polishing surface?
A
It uses a linear stage that is controlled via tablet.
March 27, 2020, 7:01 p.m.
Q
Is there a warranty on all parts?
A
Yes, up to 1 year.
March 26, 2020, 7:22 p.m.
Q
Is there an emergency switch button?
A
Yes
March 26, 2020, 7:13 p.m.
Q
What is the warranty period?
A
1 year on parts
March 26, 2020, 7:04 p.m.
Q
Is this base capable of interchanging workholder/fixtures?
A
Yes
March 26, 2020, 7 p.m.
Q
Are these available for angled MT Connectors?
A
Yes
March 26, 2020, 6:22 p.m.
Q
Do you offer process development?
A
We do, however on a basis to basis application.
March 23, 2020, 8:40 p.m.
Q
What film size does NOVA use?
A
4 inch diameter polishing film.
March 23, 2020, 6:37 p.m.
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.
Jan. 3, 2020, 4:23 p.m.
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.
Jan. 3, 2020, 3:20 p.m.
Q
What size film does NOVA use?
A
NOVA uses 4 inch diameter polishing film, rubber pads and glass disks.