AFBR-4526Z, AFBR-452BZ

Plastic optical ber duplex connector for AFBR-5972xZ

Data Sheet

Features

• ULTEM Plastic Material (UL File #E121562)

• Available in two colors: black and blue

• Suitable for 1mm diameter duplex plastic optical ber

(POF)

• Latching mechanism for increased retention force

• Easy installation of POF links with AFBR-5972xZ

Applications

• Industrial data links for factory automation and plant

control

• Intra-system links, board-to-board, rack-to-rack

• Medical instruments

• High voltage isolation

Description

The AFBR-452xZ duplex connectors are designed for use

with Avago Technologies’ fast Ethernet transceiver AFBR-

5972xZ. The rugged design contains a latching mecha-

nism for an increased retention force. The simple snap-

together concept saves the user labor and tool cost.

The connectors are made of a rugged, ame retardant

plastic which is good for industrial and other harsh envi-

ronments. The AFBR-452xZ duplex connectors are for use

with Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) only.

For termination of POF with AFBR-452xZ, we recommend

to use the polishing kit AFBR-4594Z.

Absolute maximum ratings

Parameter Min Max Unit Note

Storage and operating temperature -40 85 °C 1

Recommended operation temperature -40 85 °C 1

Installation temperature 0 70 °C 1

Mechanical characteristics

Parameter Min Typ. Max Unit Temp. [°C] Note

Retention force, connector to transceiver;

latching button pressed

15 20 N 25 2

Retention force, connector to transceiver;

latching button NOT pressed 8

24 N 25

-40 to +85

2,3

Tensile force, connector to cable 90 N 2

Insertion force, connector to transceiver 20 N 2

Notes:

1. Storage and operating temperatures refer to the ranges over which the connectors can be used when not subjected to mechanical stress.

Installation temperature refers to the ranges over which connectors may be installed onto the ber and over which connectors can be connected

and disconnected from the trnasceiver.

2. Typical data at 25°C.

3. CAUTION - The latching mechanism release button should be pressed before attempting to disconnect the ber. If the connector is pulled out of

the transceiver without pressing the lever, damage will occur.

Step 2: Putting on the Connector

Place the connector on each end of the ber, and slide the

connector down until the ber jacket stops it. The ber

should protrude no less than 1.5 mm (0.06 in) from the

end of the connector.

Manually press connectors together. The connectors are

secured when top halves latch into the ferrule halves.

Step 1: Stripping the Fiber

The zip cord structure of the duplex cable permits easy

separation of the channels. The channels should be sepa-

rated a minimum of 100 mm (4 in) to a maximum of 150

mm (6 in) back from the ends to permit connectoring, pol-

ishing and cable end exibility.

After cutting the cable to the desired length, strip o ap-

proximately 7 mm (0.3 in) of the outer jacket with the 16

gauge wire strippers.

The separated duplex cable should be stripped to roughly

equal lengths on each cable end.

Termination Guide for AFBR-452xZ

Step-by-Step Plastic Cable Connectoring Instructions

The following step-by-step guide describes how to termi-

nate plastic ber optic cable. It is ideal for both eld and

factory installations. Connectors can be easily installed on

cable ends with standard tools such as wire strippers and

cutters.

Finishing the cable is accomplished with the Avago Tech-

nologies AFBR-4594Z Polishing Kit, consisting of a three

hole polishing xture, 600 grit abrasive paper and 3 mm

pink lapping lm. The connector can be used immediately

after polishing.

The following materials are needed for plastic ber termi-

nation:

1. Plastic optical ber cable (Example: HFBR-EUD500Z)

2. Wire cutters or scissors

3. 16 gauge wire stripper (Example: Ideal Stripmaster

type 45-092)

4. AFBR-4594Z polishing kit

5. Duplex connectors AFBR-452xZ

During insertion of the ber into the connector, make sure

that the orientation of the connector is correct (see next

gure). So you make sure that the optical channels are

connected correctly (Tx1 --> Rx2; Tx2 --> Rx1).

Hinge

Untwisted ber

Not Ok