Small Form Factor Fiber Optic Connectors
John Fox, ComputerCrafts, Inc., Hawthorne, New Jersey 07507
Casimer DeCusatis, IBM Corporation, Poughkeepsie, New York 12601
In this chapter, we will describe the similarities and differences between four of the industry’s Small Form Factor connectors. Although there are certainly more than four connectors that have been developed to meet the criteria of a smaller form optical interface, the MT-RJ, SC-DC, VF-45, and LC connectors are the focus of this chapter based on their popularity and general acceptance across the industry. The connectors’ physical characteristics, coupling techniques, and optical performances will be discussed in detail in order to provide a comprehensive comparison ...
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