Conec Corp.    Garner, NC 27529
May 17, 2013 Rated to IP67, ODVA-compliant LC Series duplex fiber optic connectors provide mechanical stability, temperature resistance, and vibration immunity. Connectors use optical fiber nonconductive riser breakout cables rated for outdoor usage/direct burial and have 1/6 turn bayonet coupling. Also available, IP67-rated 7/8 Series circular connector, used as option on distribution cabinet for DC output utilizing metal housing with threaded connect features, offers output currents of 10 A max.

Vytran    Morganville, NJ 07751
May 16, 2013 Precision optical fiber splicer LFS-4100 uses filament fusion technology to create high-strength, low-loss splices on standard as well as specialty fibers, including polarization maintaining (PM) fibers, photonic crystal fiber (PCF), and non-circular shapes. Designed to work with GPX-3000 Series glass processors, unit supports use on up to 1.25 mm dia fibers and includes full computer with large screen to facilitate operation.

Heason Technology Ltd    Horsham   United Kingdom
May 01, 2013 Intended for machine builders and OEMs, Slip Ring Assemblies and Rotary Joints support rotary-to-stationary transmission of electrical signals, video signals, and field buses. Precision devices include long-life gold and other precious alloy rings and brushes, with up to 96 circuits in standard designs that span miniature capsule units and large diameter packaged designs – some with through holes. Fiber-optic rotary joints are also available.

Telect Inc.    Liberty Lake, WA 99019
Apr 04, 2013 Compatible with Telect, TE, and Panduit® fiber trough systems, WaveTrax Express™ expands overhead fiber ducting systems. Product routes fiber, drops fiber into equipment and racks, separates fiber for patching and splicing, and manages overfills. Offering tool-free installation with ratcheting bracket, WaveTrax Express installs anywhere along fiber trough, is suitable for both new fiber builds and existing layouts, and eliminates foreign object debris associated with traditional installation.

Fujikura Europe Ltd, Fibre Optics Division    Chessington, Surrey KT9 2NY,  United Kingdom
Apr 03, 2013 Able to withstand 30 in. drop test on 6 sides, 146 x 159 x 150 mm Fujikura 70S ARC Fusion Splicer has 4.7 in. LCD monitor and is resistant to shock, rain, and dust. Splicing time of 11 sec is made possible with help of automated wind protector and tube heater features. Capable of performing 200 splice and heating cycles per full charge of Li-ion battery, splicer comes with detachable, built-in working table and weighs 2.7 kg (2.5 kg with AC adapter). Built-in videos facilitate training.

Fujikura Europe Ltd, Fibre Optics Division    Chessington, Surrey KT9 2NY,  United Kingdom
Feb 05, 2013 Measuring 121 x 162 x 57 mm, 12S is designed for fiber installation in small, narrow spaces. Li-ion battery lets this unit perform 100+ splices on one charge, while fixed v-groove and dual-axis observation system promotes reliable splicing between 0.05 dB SM and 0.02 dB MM. Viable for use in indoor and outdoor conditions, splicer has Hi-Res LCD monitor that provides clear image of fiber and carrying case that doubles as place-and-splice table.

Optec Technology Limited    Kowloon   Hong Kong (prc)
Jan 30, 2013 Featuring pre-polished, pre-assembled design, SwiftTerm™ SC eliminates need for epoxy, hand polishing, and crimping at site. Ceramic ferrule C-slot design facilitates fiber interconnections inside ferrule hole, resolving fundamental problems with conventional V-Groove option. Design also ensures high precision on fiber alignment while avoiding deformation and deterioration. With ceramic inner structure, connector can sustain high stability in extreme temperatures of -40 to +85°C.

Fischer Connectors Inc.    Alpharetta, GA 30004
Nov 26, 2012 Supporting 2 or 4 channels, Fischer FiberOptic Connector has IP68 rating when mated and IP67 rating in unmated conditions. Spring optical contacts allow for filtering out any stress applied to connector housing. For cleaning, connector features removable mono-block mate adapter, and unmated connectors can be rinsed under water or in ultrasound bath. Applications include transport mobility, telecom, energy, defense/security, broadcast, construction, and medical devices.

GAO Instruments Inc.,    Toronto   Canada
Nov 26, 2012 Model C0210002 features splicing time of 9 sec and tube heating time of 30 sec, while providing single X or Y view and simultaneous X and Y views. Offering cleave length of 8-16 mm with coating diameter of 250 µm, unit is designed for single-mode, multi-mode, dispersion-shifted, and non-zero dispersion-shifted fiber. It operates in normal and automatic splicing modes. Compact system uses USB for data communications and also has 5.6 in. color VGA LCD and battery that runs for 160 cycles.

FCI Electronics    Etters, PA 17319 9769
Nov 12, 2012 Available with CXP-to-CXP 12X connection option, 12-channel XLerate™-12X Series supports signal transmission rates up to 12.5 Gbps per channel, delivering aggregate bandwidth of 150 Gbps and throughput up to 55 Gbps per linear centimeter of panel length. Optical Fiber Non-Conductive Plenum cable, available in lengths up to 100 m, is fire-resistant with helix construction that facilitates cable routing and bending within and in between cabinets.

OFS FITEL LLC.    Norcross, GA 30071
Sep 28, 2012 Water resistant to IPX2 and dust resistant to IP5X, FITEL® S123 Clad Alignment Splicer, S153 Active Alignment Splicer, and S178 Core Alignment Splicer have built-in battery recharger that operates during fusion splicing. Selectable display layout lets users select preferred display style – conventional, side-by-side, or top-to-bottom comparison – for viewing fiber image during splice operation. Integrated LCD monitors promote visibility while windshield is open.

FCI    Versailles Cedex   France
Sep 06, 2012 Available in direct attach copper and active optical variants, XLerate-4X QSFP+ FDR cables increase linear PCB board port signal density to meet aggregate bandwidth requirements of 56 Gbps. These QSFP+ (quad small form-factor pluggable)-based active optical cable assemblies, fully compliant to Infiniband® FDR (Fourteen Data Rate - 14 Gb/s per channel) specification, have SMT 38-position edge card connector, PCB-mounted EMI metal cage, and diecast heat sink with mounting clip.

Fiberguide Industries, Inc.    Stirling, NJ 07980
Aug 24, 2012 Constructed from all silica optical fibers with core sizes from 100-1,500 µm, Series FD-80 meets demanding power requirements of industrial laser systems used for cutting, drilling, marking, and welding. Epoxy-free cantilevered nose design isolates fibers from connector, allowing safe dissipation of thermal energy without burning surrounding material. To promote power transmission and minimize risk of damage to end face, connectors have laser polished fiber face.

SOURIAU    York, PA 17402
Jul 23, 2012 Available in several all-optical or electrical/optical hybrid configurations, VGE1 Connectors with Elio contacts withstand shock and vibration. Hermaphroditic contact offers tool-less insertion and extraction from connectors and is sealed to optical cable without additional union. SMS IP Connectors, designed to comply with NF F 61-030 standard, withstand temperatures down to 55°C, can be used for voltages up to 500 V, and are available in 3-, 6-, and 12-pin versions.

FCI Electronics    Etters, PA 17319 9769
May 21, 2012 Available in both copper and fiber optic options, XLerate(TM) Cabling Solutions support aggregated bandwidths from 10-120 Gbps in various industry standard-compliant interfaces, making them suitable for data center, high-performance computing, and switching applications. Cabling is plug-and-play, with active optical cables providing closed optical system for worker safety as well as to protect cable from dust contamination.

CABLExpress    Syracuse, NY 13221
May 09, 2012 As part of Skinny-Trunk® fiber optic cabling system, 12U H-Series Enclosure lets users fully replicate director class switch in main distribution area. Design allows more spacing in between ports, fostering usability when working with connecting patch cables. Modules with 64, 48, and 32 ports are available to offer full replication for any density switch. Along with stable spring couplers, features include molded angled MTP® couplers and slide out labeling tray with one-to-one port mapping.

Preformed Line Products Co.    Cleveland, OH 44143
Apr 30, 2012 Suited for FTTH deployment and back-haul networks, COYOTE® ONE Closure brings together many connectivity solutions in 16 x 10 x 5.7 in. package. Segmented end plate provides independent access to every cable that enters closure, and hinged collar system facilitates re-entry without requiring any special tools. No other cables are disrupted in process. This direct buried, manhole, aerial, or pole/wall mount closure is tested in accordance to Telcordia GR-771-CORE.

Conec UK Ltd    Thatcham Berkshire RG19 4EP  United Kingdom
Apr 24, 2012 Available in black plastic and nickel-plated zinc die-cast, LC Series is IP67-rated for harsh environment applications, such as WiMax, LTE, and remote radio heads using fiber-to-the-antenna connectivity. ODVA-compliant connectors use OFNR breakout cables rated for outdoor usage and/or direct burial. Featuring 1/6th turn bayonet coupling for secure mate/unmate, connectors are dustproof and weatherproof, with silicone ring seal that makes watertight connection to panel.

FCI Electronics    Etters, PA 17319 9769
Apr 24, 2012 With 4 mm connection height, MEG-Array® Connectors perform at 28 Gbps per electrical lane, meeting/exceeding requirements of OIF Short Reach specification for insertion loss, insertion loss deviation, return loss, and integrated cross-talk noise. Eye patterns, bit-error rate, and bathtub curve simulations demonstrate 28 Gbps performance even without signal conditioning. Featuring BGA attachment for SMT assembly, connectors are suited for telecom, datacom, and instrumentation applications.

IRphotonics    Hamden, CT 06518
Feb 02, 2012 Offered in various lengths, HE Series hermetically sealed, fiber in metal tube cables feature flexible squarelock conduit and optional PVDF lining. Products are suited for housing Mid Infrared Fibers (iGuide(TM)) and shielding them against physical and environmental conditions. Cables are suitable for use in defense and aerospace applications that use indium fluoride fibers and remote spectroscopy applications in harsh industrial environments. Various optical fiber connectors are available.