Fiber Optic Connectors

An optical fiber connector terminates the end of an optical fiber, and enables quicker connection and disconnection than splicing. The connectors mechanically couple and align the cores of fibers so that light can pass. Connectors are available in APC (Angle Polished Connector) and UPC (Ultra Polished Connector) varieties.

Multicom stocks Splice on Fiber Optic Connectors that can be used with the Multicom Fusion Splicer Kit, as well as other compatible fusion splicers.  Fusion-spliced, field-installable connectors are uniquely designed for ease of use and minimal loss. The factory pre-polished zirconia ferrule eliminates the need for polishing, adhesives, and crimping in the field, decreasing the potential for operator error.

Multicom stocks a wide variety of Field-Installable Fiber Optic Connectors. They feature:

• No epoxy, fiber polishing, special tools or fusion splicer required
• Quick and easy fiber termination in less than two minutes
• Durable components design for convenience and reusability
• Pre-installed fiber in ferrule for on-site assembly

SC Connectors SC stands for Subscriber Connector. A general purpose push/pull style connector. SC has an advantage in keyed duplexibility to support send/receive channels. Mostly used for CATV applications.
FC Connectors FC stands for Fixed Connection. It is fixed by way of a threaded barrel housing. FC connectors are typical in test environments and for singlemode applications. FC connectors were designed for use in high-vibration environments
ST Connectors ST stands for Straight Tip. A quick release bayonet style connector with long ferrule. STs were predominant in the late 80s and early 90s. Common connector for mulitmode fibers
LC Connectors LC stands for Lucent Connector. The LC is a small form-factor connector much like the SC connector but with a ferrule that is half the size. (duplex shown right)

Multicom stocks a wide variety of Field-Installable Fiber Optic Connectors

Details per Connector:

 

LC Connectors:
Parameter	Description
Intermateability	Connectors are FOCIS compliant with TIA/EIA 604-10A
Qualification	Passed EIA/TIA 568-B.3
Durability	0.2dB change, 500 rematings, FOTP-21
Tensile Strength	10 lb ≤ 0.2 dB change on jacked cable; 0.5 lb ≤  0.2 dB change on 900µm cable; FOTP-6
Operating Temp.	-40° to +75°C, exceeding EIA/TIA 568-B.3

SC Connectors
Parameter	Description
Intermateability	Connectors are FOCIS compliant with TIA/EIA 604-3
Qualification	Passed EIA/TIA 568-B.3
Durability	0.2dB change, 500 rematings, FOTP-21
Tensile Strength	10 lb ≤ 0.2 dB change on jacked cable; 0.5 lb ≤  0.2 dB change on 900µm cable; FOTP-6
Operating Temp.	-40° to +75°C, exceeding EIA/TIA 568-B.3

ST Connectors
Parameter	Description
Intermateability	Connectors are FOCIS compliant with TIA/EIA 604-2
Qualification	Passed EIA/TIA 568-B.3
Durability	0.2dB change, 500 rematings, FOTP-21
Tensile Strength	10 lb ≤ 0.2 dB change on jacked cable; 0.5 lb ≤  0.2 dB change on 900µm cable; FOTP-6
Operating Temp.	-40° to +75°C, exceeding EIA/TIA 568-B.3

Multicom stocks a wide variety of Field-Installable Fiber Optic Connectors