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Whether you are installing a brand new fiber optic network or you are repairing a legacy system, using this fiber optic connector guide will help you determine what kind of connector you are looking at or what type of connector you need to replace. The list below is a great tool for identifying fiber optic connectors. Use it for reference and even to help you choose which connectors you should use on your next fiber optic project.
The LC fiber optic connector licensed by Lucent Technologies provides a pull-proof design and small size perfect for high-density applications. Available in simplex or duplex versions. The LC connector is provided with a 1.25mm zirconia ferrule. The LC also incorporates a unique latching mechanism providing stability in system rack mounts.
The SC is a non-optical disconnect connector with a 2.5mm pre-radiused zirconia ferrule. Available in simplex and duplex styles, this connector features a push-pull connection design for quick patching of cables into rack or wall mounts. Utilize the reusable duplex holding clip to create duplex connections.
The US CONEC® MTP® is a MPO compatible connector that provides quick and reliable connection for multiple fibers in a single connector. Available in singlemode with a typical loss of 0.25dB (standard ferrule) and 0.10dB (elite ferrule) and multimode with a typical loss of 0.20dB (standard ferrule) and 0.10dB (elite ferrule). Four, eight, twelve, sixteen, twenty-four and thirty-two fiber MTP® connectors are available. Singlemode ferrules are all polished with an 8º angle.
The ST fiber optic connector utilizes a bayonet twist-lock connection with a 2.5mm ferrule. Available in singlemode and multimode, the ST connector features reliable and durable field installation. The design of the FIS ST fiber optic connector enables installers to crimp the back of the body directly onto the cable jacket and Kevlar®.
FC fiber optic connectors are specifically designed for telecommunication applications and provide non-optical disconnect performance. Designed with a threaded coupling for durable connections. The ferrule is PC finished to a pre-radius, which ensures low back reflection. The FIS FC fiber optic connector is available with zirconia or stainless alloy ferrules
The MU fiber optic connector is designed for high-density connections. This small single-fiber connector has a high level of performance, providing more than double the packaging density of the SC connector.
The SMA 905 and 906 fiber optic connectors are available with stainless alloy or zirconia ferrules. The FIS stainless alloy ferrule can be drilled from 240μm up to 1550μm to accept various fiber sizes. When installing SMA 906 connectors into SMA 905 mating sleeves, a provided 1/2 sleeve must be installed on the 906 ferrule.