JUNE 23, 2008 -- Corning Cable Systems LLC (search for Corning Cable Systems), part of Corning Inc.'s Telecommunications segment, today introduced the OptiSnap Connector, a field-installable no-epoxy, no-polish connector that enables quick and cost-effective termination of fiber-optic cables in CATV deployments.
The OptiSnap Connector installs in less than one minute through the use of Corning Cable Systems' patented high-precision mechanical splice technology. It is ideal for singlemode applications like fiber-to-the-business (FTTB) where installation setup and teardown time is critical, say company representatives.
The installation system features an on-tool patented go/no-go feedback signal to confirm installation is performed correctly every time. When the fiber is inserted and the cam activated, a pass/fail light on the installation tool signals that the installation was successful.
The connector's factory-polished ceramic ferrule provides superior end-face geometry, say company representatives, ensuring consistently low insertion loss and high-performance return loss. The OptiSnap Connector is available in singlemode SC, ST, and LC connector styles and features a typical insertion loss of 0.2 dB for UPC versions and 0.4 dB for APC versions.
The OptiSnap Connector Installation Tool Kit contains everything needed for installation of the different connector styles. No epoxy, polishing film, or other consumables are required, and there is no need for electrical power for ovens or lights. The tool kit requires virtually no setup or teardown time, allowing installers to get in and out of installation sites quickly. It is available with either a high-precision flat or angled cleaver to provide the connector reflectance performance for a variety of applications.
The OptiSnap Connector will be demonstrated in Corning Cable Systems' booth (#1617) at the 2008 Cable-Tec Expo, June 25-27 in Philadelphia.
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