Single-fibre connector saves on splicing

Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team May 6, 2002

Innovative technology originally developed for the CERN European Organisation for Nuclear Research has been used in the manufacture of the first subminiature single-fibre-optic connector.

Innovative technology, originally developed by Lemo for the CERN European Organisation for Nuclear Research, has been used in the manufacture of the first subminiature single-fibre-optic connector.

This ground breaking technology has led to the production of the Lemo Redel D Series of connectors which offer an alternative to fibre splicing in confined areas, making them ideal for applications in the avionics, particle physical research, telecommunications and datacommunications industries.

Other potential applications include: very small footprint simplex devices; providing fibre in the box/fibre off the board; and interfacing with embedded Bragg gratings, such as structural health monitoring sensors.

The Redel D connector is a rugged connector made from materials which are compatible with radioactive environments.

It features a 'push-pull snap-on' fastening system which ensures a reliable and continuous connection that cannot be accidentally broken.

Other features include fully floating ferrules for improved resistance to vibration, very low insertion loss with both multimode and single-mode fibres and compatibility with TO-18 transmitter/emitter components.

Termination uses single standard epoxy based techniques and special testing is available for handling/mating of this tiny connector.