The Fiber Optic POF (Polymer Optical Fiber) system solutions ensure stable transmission even under harsh conditions, such as cable tension, bending, and thermal stress. They are actually ideally suited to such conditions thanks to the use of robust ODU connectors. By design, the contacts – and thus the entire system solution – are largely impervious to soiling. For short transmission distances, POF technology is a particularly cost‐effective solution.
| Fiber Optic | Expanded Beam Performance | Expanded Beam | Physical Contact | Polymer Optical Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Type | Expanded Beam | Expanded Beam | PC / APC | PC |
| Insertion loss | SM: < 0,35 dB (typical) / < 0.7 dB (max.)MM: < 0,15 dB (typical) / < 0.3 dB (max.) | ≤ 1,5 dB | ≤ 0.5 dB | ≤ 1.5 dB |
| Return loss | SM: > 60 dB (typical) / ≥ 55 dB (min.)MM: > 45 dB (typical) / ≥ 35 dB (min.) | ≥ 32 dB (Multimode) | > 40 dB (Singlemode) /> 30 dB (Multimode) | – |
| Mating cycles(**) | 50,000 | 100,000 | 1,000 | 10,000 |
| Cleaning | No cleaning, only if necessary (***) | No cleaning, only if necessary (***) | Before each mating cycle (***) | No cleaning required |
| Temperature range | –65 °C to +105 °C | –40 °C bis +85 °C | –25 °C to +75 °C | –40 °C to +85 °C |
| Fiber types | Multimode 50 / 125 μm –Singlemode 9 / 125 μm | Multimode 50 / 125 μm | Multimode 50 / 125 μm –Singlemode 9 / 125 μm | 980 / 1,000 μm |
*) Contact transition only, specifics of the connector series may deviate
**) Tested under controlled conditions
***) Cleaning instructions
We work with you to develop a solution that perfectly meets your requirements. From planning and production to cable assembly: We combine all competencies under one roof and can also implement customized solutions for your project.