{"product_id":"sumitomo-fcp-20bl-replacement-blade","title":"Sumitomo FCP-20BL Replacement Blade for FC-6S FC-6S+ FC-8R Fiber Optic Cleaver","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSumitomo FCP-20BL Replacement Blade — Genuine OEM for FC-6S, FC-6S+, FC-8R Series Cleavers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSumitomo FCP-20BL\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine replacement cleaving blade engineered for Sumitomo Electric's high-precision fiber optic cleavers. Made from \u003cstrong\u003ecemented carbide\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers consistent, low-angle cleaves across up to \u003cstrong\u003e48,000 cleave cycles\u003c\/strong\u003e per blade — making it the most cost-effective way to maintain peak cleave quality in the field without replacing the entire cleaver unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're maintaining FTTH drop cable installations, backbone splicing operations, or ribbon fiber networks, the FCP-20BL ensures your cleaver performs to factory specification every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/7923\/4648\/files\/FCP-20BLblade.png?v=1787303877\" alt=\"Sumitomo FCP-20BL replacement cleaving blade for FC-6S FC-6S+ FC-8R fiber optic cleaver\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Cleaver Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFC-8R series\u003c\/strong\u003e (including FC-8R)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC-6R+ series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC-6R series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFC-6S, FC-6S+ (manual blade rotation models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Sumitomo OEM blade\u003c\/strong\u003e — ensures compatibility and maintains cleave angle specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCemented carbide material\u003c\/strong\u003e — superior hardness and edge retention vs. standard steel blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to \u003cstrong\u003e48,000 cleaves\u003c\/strong\u003e per blade — extended service life reduces total cost of ownership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports \u003cstrong\u003emanual and auto-rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e cleaver models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrop-in replacement — \u003cstrong\u003eno tools or calibration required\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold individually (1 pc per package)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFCP-20BL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplicable Cleavers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFC-8R series, FC-6R+ series, FC-6R series, FC-6S, FC-6S+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 48,000 cleaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCemented carbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity per Package\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSumitomo Electric (genuine OEM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat cleavers is the Sumitomo FCP-20BL compatible with?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FCP-20BL is compatible with the Sumitomo FC-8R series, FC-6R+ series, FC-6R series, FC-6S, and FC-6S+ fiber optic cleavers. It is designed for both manual and auto-rotation blade models. Always verify your cleaver model number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know when to replace the FCP-20BL blade?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the blade when you notice increased cleave angle failures (typically \u0026gt;0.5°), fiber cracking, or when the blade rotation counter reaches its limit (approximately 48,000 cleaves). Most Sumitomo cleavers display a blade replacement indicator in the cleave count display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the FCP-20BL a genuine Sumitomo blade or an aftermarket part?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FCP-20BL sold here is a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine Sumitomo Electric OEM replacement blade\u003c\/strong\u003e. Using genuine blades ensures your cleaver maintains factory-specified cleave angle performance and does not void your equipment warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SUMITOMO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52834495594808,"sku":"FCP-20BL","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/7923\/4648\/files\/FCP-20BLblade.png?v=1787303877","url":"https:\/\/www.opticfibertool.com\/en-ca\/products\/sumitomo-fcp-20bl-replacement-blade","provider":"Fusion Splicer Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}