TFOCA-XBT®
Expanded Beam Connectors
Amphenol Fiber Systems International’s TFOCA-XBT4® incorporates expanded beam technology into the proven TFOCA-II® connector form factor. The TFOCA-II® physical contact connector is the standard fiber optic connector for the US Army, designed for and proven in the harshest of military and industrial applications. The TFOCA-XBT4® is the next logical step, integrating expanded beam technology into the most popular harsh environment fiber optic connector in the world.
Features
- Expanded beam technology less susceptible to contaminants affecting optical performance
- Available in both multimode and single mode fiber
- Hermaphroditic design enables daisy-chaining of cable assemblies to support varying distances
- Non-contacting interface allows thousands of mating cycles
- 2 and 4-channel configurations available
- Cable retention designed to meet 400 lb pull strength while protecting fibers from stress
- Zn-Ni plating, provides substantial longevity to corrosive environments. Meets new mandate set by the Environmental Protection Agency for eliminating heavy metal plating
- Easy field maintenance and cleaning
- Also available in stainless steel and brass, allowing the connector to be used in a variety of applications
Applications
- US Army, Navy, & Marine Corps military tactical deployments
- Oil, gas, and geoscience industries
- Industrial
- Broadcast
Specifications
| Description | Measurement/Detail |
| Insertion Loss | 1.5 dB Multimode @ 850/1300 nm, 0.7 dB Typical 2.5 dB Single Mode @ 1310/1550 nm, 1.0 dB Typical |
| Return Loss | > 34 dB unmated @ 1310/1550 nm |
| Mating Durability | 3000 cycles |
| Operating Temperature | -46°C to 71°C |
| Cyclic Temperature | -55°C to 85°C |
| Storage Temperature | -57°C to 85°C |
| Humidity | 95% RH |
| Immersion | 50m, water (plug & receptacle) |
| Shock | EIA/TIA 455-14, test condition A |
| Impact | EIA/TIA 455-2, method C, service class: Severe |
| Vibration | EIA/TIA 455-11, sinusoidal condition III (at 10 g), random condition VI (letter C) for 1.5 hours |
| Weight | Approximately 350g plug and 150g receptacle |
