Fiber Connector Options
Single-mode fiber cables made by Schäfter+Kirchhoff are equipped with fiber connectors of type FC APC or FC PC. Optionally, they can be provided with fiber connectors of type ST, AVIM (compatible with LSA), F-SMA, E2000 or with different types of fiber connector at each end. An overview is provided in the table.
All of the fiber connectors of type FC assembled by Schäfter+Kirchhoff have an alignment index (key) of 2.14 mm width (wide key, type "N", standard) or optionally of 2 mm (narrow key, type “R“).
| Connector Type | SM fiber | PM fiber | MM fiber | PC / APC | opt. amagn. connectors | opt. end caps | coupling type | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | x | x | x | x/x | x | x | Screw | Standard |
| ST | x | x | x/- | Bayonet | ||||
| AVIM | x | x | x | x/x | Screw | comp. with LSA | ||
| F-SMA | x | x | x/x | Screw | e.g.SMA-905 high power connector | |||
| E2000 | x | x | x | x/x | Snap |
End caps and amagnetic connectors
If necessary, fiber connectors of type FC can be equipped with end caps to reduce the power density at the fiber end-face or with amagnetic connectors made from Titanium.
Polish Orientation (standard)
Orientation of the 8°- polish and index key for fiber connectors of type FC-APC
Option: Customized polish orientation
Optional customized orientation (FCP8)