Fiber Optic Cleaners for LC, SC, CS, and MPO/MTP Connectors
One-click and reel-type cleaners for fiber connector end-faces. Clean glass, clean splice.
ShopFiberOptic carries fiber optic cleaners for 1.25mm (LC, MU) and 2.5mm (SC, ST, FC) connector types in cassette and pen styles, plus dedicated MPO/MTP push-type and reel-type cleaners and a CS connector end-face cleaner. Fiber Lock Mini and Long cleaners provide extended reach for bulkhead connectors in panels and enclosures.
Connector contamination causes more fiber network problems than any other single factor. A single particle on a fiber end-face can scatter enough light to cause a high-loss event or a complete link failure. IEC 61300-3-35, the industry standard for fiber end-face inspection, mandates that connectors be cleaned and inspected before connection.
CLEP cleaners are available in 1.25mm and 2.5mm sizes in both mini and long-reach versions. The long-reach versions access connectors recessed in bulkhead adapters without reaching into the panel.
- CLEP 2.5mm Mini ($37.99): SC, ST, and FC connectors in accessible positions.
- CLEP 1.25mm Mini ($37.99): LC and MU connectors in accessible positions.
- CLEP 2.5mm Long-Reach ($37.99): SC, ST, FC in deep bulkhead positions.
- CLEP 1.25mm Long-Reach ($37.99): LC, MU in deep bulkhead positions.
For high-density MPO/MTP connectors used in 40G, 100G, and data center trunk cable applications, Our catalog includes the MPO/MTP Push-Type Cleaner ($67.99) and the MPO/MTP Reel-Type Cleaner ($109.99).
The CS Connector End-Face Cleaner ($72.99) covers the CS format used in high-density data center applications.
The Fiber Lock Mini ($74.99) and Fiber Lock Long ($74.99) cleaners are pen-style tools with a cassette mechanism for reliable end-face cleaning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct way to clean a fiber optic connector?
The standard method is dry clean first (one pass with a cassette cleaner), then inspect with a fiber scope. If the end-face fails inspection, use a wet-dry technique: apply IPA to the end-face, then immediately follow with a dry cassette clean. Inspect again. Never blow with compressed air, as it can redistribute particles rather than removing them.
What fiber cleaner do I need for MPO/MTP connectors?
MPO/MTP connectors have a rectangular array of 8, 12, or 24 fiber ends and cannot be cleaned with a standard single-fiber cassette. The MPO/MTP Push-Type Cleaner ($67.99) is the standard field tool. The MPO/MTP Reel-Type Cleaner ($109.99) provides more cleaning strokes per cartridge, which is useful for high-volume data center work.
How often should I clean fiber optic connectors?
Every time before you make a connection. Fiber connectors pick up contamination from the environment, handling, and from the mating adapter. The cost of a cassette clean and a 30-second inspection is far lower than the cost of diagnosing a high-loss event in a live network.