Fiber Optic Connector Specifications you need to know

ST Connector

Features

• Complies with IEC 61754-2 and TIA 604-2-B, FOCIS-2
• Low insertion loss and back reflection capability
• Bayonet style (stick and twist) housing for easy connection
• Nickel plated metal body
• Zirconia ceramic ferrule available in several performance grades
• RoHS materials, REACH SvHC compliant
• Individual parts packed in bulk package

Applications

• LAN
• Data processing networks
• Distribution application
• Premises distribution

Typical ST Connector Specifications

Typical ST Connector Specifications
	Singlemode	Multimode
Insertion Loss	≤0.20 dB	≤0.15 dB
Return Loss	≥35 dB PC；≥45 dB SPC；≥55 dB UPC
Ferrule Tolerance	126 ± 0.5 μm internal	127 ± 0.5 μm internal
Fiber Compatibility	9/125 µm	62.5/125 µm and 50/125 µm
Coupling Mechanism	bayonet mount
Operating Temperature	– 40 °C to + 85 °C
Finish	Pre-radiused PC end, radius 10 to 25 mm
Ferrule type	Zirconia ceramic, pre-radiused
Ferrule Diameter	2.5 mm
Mating Cycles	500
Standards	IEC 61754-2; TIA-604-2 (FOCIS-2)
Strain relief	100 N

SC Connector

Features

• Complies with IEC 61754-4 and TIA 604-3-B, FOCIS-3
• Low insertion loss and back reflection capability
• A push-pull coupling mechanism for easy insertion and consistent connection
• Connector housing and duplex clip available in different colours for easy identification
• Zirconia ceramic ferrule available in several performance grades
• RoHS materials, REACH SvHC compliant
• Individual parts packed in bulk package

Applications

• Telecommunications networks
• CATV – Cable television
• Fibre-To-The-Home (FTTH)
• LAN, MAN and WAN application
• Data processing networks
• Premises distribution

Typical SC Connector Specifications

Typical SC Connector Specifications
	Singlemode	Multimode
Insertion Loss	Typical 0.15 dB	Typical 0.15 dB
Return Loss	≥55 dB UPC	≥25 dB Typical
Fiber Compatibility	9/125 µm	62.5/125 µm and 50/125 µm
Coupling Mechanism	snap-in push/pull
Operating Temperature	– 40 °C to + 85 °C
Ferrule type	Zirconia ceramic ferrule
Ferrule Diameter	2.5 mm
Mating Cycles	1000
Standards	IEC 61754-4; TIA-604-3(FOCIS 3)

LC Connector

Features

• Complies with IEC 61754-20 and TIA 604-10-B, FOCIS-10 for intermateability
• Low insertion loss and back reflection capability
• Compact SFF design with snag free latch for easy insertion and consistent connection
• Connector housing and duplex clip available in different colors for easy identification
• Zirconia ceramic ferrule available in several performance grades
• RoHS materials, REACH SvHC compliant
• Individual parts packed in bulk package

Applications

• Datacentre applications
• Telecommunication networks
• LAN, MAN and WAN application
• Data processing networks
• CATV – Cable television
• Fibre-To-The-Home (FTTH)
• Premises distribution

Typical LC Connector Specifications

Typical LC Connector Specifications
	Singlemode	Multimode
Insertion Loss	0.10 dB average
Return Loss	≥ 55 dB UPC；≥ 70 dB APC	25 dB Typical
Fiber Compatibility	9/125 µm	50/125 µm 62.5/125 µm
Coupling Mechanism	push/pull with a latch
Operating Temperature	-40 °C to +85 °C
Ferrule type	Zirconia ceramic
Ferrule Diameter	1.25 mm
Mating Cycles	500
Standards	IEC 61754-20; TIA-604-10 (FOCIS-10)
Strain relief	70 N

E2000 Connector

Features

• Secure transmission of high bit-rate protocols
• Zirconia ceramic ferrule fully protected by spring
• loaded shutter
• Push-pull locking mechanism for easy installation
• Color coded release levers
• Compliant with European (EN 186270) and International (IEC 61754-15) standards
• Tested and approved by Swisscom

Applications

• WANs, LANs, CATV
• Metrology, Railway, Industry

Typical E2000 Connector Specifications

Typical E2000 Connector Specifications
	Singlemode	Multimode
Insertion Loss	Typical 0.20 dB	≤0.25 dB
Return Loss	≥ 55 dB UPC; ≥ 60 dB APC	≥23 dB Typical
Coupling Mechanism	Snap, with light and dust-cap
Operating Temperature	-25 °C to +70 °C, conditioned by type of cable
Ferrule type	Zirconia ceramic
Ferrule Diameter	2.5 mm
Mating Cycles	500
Standards	IEC 61754-15; TIA/EIA-604-16(FOCIS 16)
Strain relief	100 N

MPO Connector

Features

• Terminates ribbon fiber or loose individual fibers
• Designed for low loss and standard loss SM and MM applications
• Ruggedized round cable, oval cable and bare ribbon options available
• Color coded housings available to differentiate fiber type, polish type and/or connector grade
• Housing is removable for quick change of pin clamps and easy ferrule cleaning / re-polishing
• Alignment achieved with high precision guide pins

Applications

• Front panel and backplane multi-fiber point to point links
• High performance computing
• Switching/routing fabrics
• Switch to server interconnects
• Parallel Optics
  • 40G and 100G IEEE 802.3
  • Optical Internetworking Forum (OIF) Compliant
  • QSFP
  • CXP
  • CFP
  • PSM4

Typical MPO Connector Specifications

Typical MPO Connector Specifications
	Singlemode	Multimode
Insertion Loss	Typical 0.20 dB	Typical 0.15 dB
Return Loss	≥ 60 dB APC	≥25 dB Typical
Coupling Mechanism	Snap (multiplex push/pull coupling)
Operating Temperature	-40 °C to +75 °C
Ferrule type	Zirconia ceramic
Ferrule Diameter	2.5*6.4 mm
Mating Cycles	1000
Standards	IEC 61754-7; TIA-604-5(FOCIS 5)