F-LINK™ Shell Size 22 (17 CH)

Overview

Optical Cable Corporation (OCC®) introduces the F-LINK™ Inter-Connect platform, which is simply the most remarkable connector system ever conceived. Born out of the proven performance of MIL-SPEC cylindrical components, the F-LINK Inter-Connect System is a cost-effective solution for commercial, industrial and military applications. The F-LINK Inter-Connect platform is a comprehensive family of connector components designed to solve a multitude of fiber optic applications, as well as enable the emerging trends and technological advances toward hybrid inter-connect systems (the combination of fiber optic and electrical power).

Background

Multi-channel fiber optic cylindrical connectors have long been the preferred inter-connect solution for military and defense systems. Ideal for electrical or RF applications, the integration of fiber optic connectivity into cylindrical components has proven challenging, resulting in expensive connector systems. The F-LINK Inter-Connect platform captures the proven performance of MIL-SPEC cylindrical-style components which are designed for extended operation in harsh or uncontrolled environments. Protective sealing features along with advanced materials enable F-LINK components to operate across a wide temperature and humidity range, and in high-vibration and/or corrosive environments. 1.25mm ceramic ferrule technology coupled with patent pending, thermal plastic features provides a scalable, cost-effective inter-connect solution.

The flexibility of provisioning independent channels, gender-selectable plug and receptacles with superior environmental sealing positions the F-LINK Inter-Connect platform as the ideal solution for almost any application. The F-LINK Inter-Connect platform also features a comprehensive family of connector configurations, back shells and accessories.  Available in three shell sizes.

Features & Benefits:

• Maximum Provisioning Flexibility - All termini cavities start as “BLANKS” and are machined to provide application-specific fiber optic/electrical requirements. BLANKS can be machined for 1.25mm F/O pin or socket, 16#AWG copper pin, or 16#AWG copper socket.
• F-LINK allows interchangeability of pin or socket insert caps, which can be provisioned into either plug or receptacle components
• Four sealing surfaces including cap, insert body, plug and receptacle body and rear cable seal, provide IP-68 compliance and exceptional environmental sealing capabilities.
• The F-LINK backshell system provides ease of termination, allowing extension and retraction of inner cable retention system. The backshell system is common to both fiber optic and composite cable (fiber optic and electrical).
• Interchangeable fiber optic or composite hybrid cable retention system supports either fiber optic cable or composite hybrid cable by replacement of the cable retention system for either fiber optic or hybrid style cables.
• 1.25mm ceramic ferrules are used within the F-LINK fiber optic termini.  Electrical contacts are based on the same proven technology used in D38999 connectors.  Insertion/extraction tools are common and low cost.

NOTES

¹ Uses military tactical cable for test purposes

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