www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 SPEC SHEET ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series ADC introduces the ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series, designed by broadcast professionals for broadcast professionals, combining its proven innovation, knowledge and quality in broadcast connector design and manufacturing with its industry-leading proficiency in fiber connectivity. The result is a true broadcast harsh-environment fiber optic connector series. The ProAx fiber connector series is a modular system that allows for great flexibility. ADC’s patented gender change feature of this connector series allows users to change genders in less than 30 seconds, using only standard wrenches. Hybrid fiber (HF) and quad fiber (F4) connectors are designed to be terminated and repaired in the field. ADC’s patented Avalanche ™ technology makes these field serviceable connectors the highest performing, easiest to install, most secure and reliable connectors on the market. This new fiber connector series compliments the ProAx triax connector series providing multiple applications for triax and fiber based camera connectivity in one location. Both connector series share a common mounting system featuring the 45° mounting kit and yoke clamps for cable mount connectors. Plug Outer Shell Repair Kit BX5 Adapter Gender Changer Plug Plug Bulkhead/Camera Connector Jack Outer Shell Repair Kit Gender Changer Jack Jack Bulkhead/Camera Connector Cable Clamp Repair Kit Re-termination Kit Universal Backshell (Cable Dependent) Jack Connector Plug Connector BX5 with V-Groove Repair Kit Copper Contacts Repair Kit 5/08 • 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 2 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series Complete Connector Kit Factory Termination Options ADC’s ProAx fiber connector family includes preterminated Quad Fiber (F4) connectors. The series is designed for flexible ordering depending on the connector and length needs. The cable assemblies feature ADC’s superior tactical fiber cable with reduced bend radius singlemode fiber components and a stainless steel strength member. ADC also offers ProAx fiber connectors for customers that are interested in performing their own factory terminations. The factory termination connectors are for direct connectorization of the BX5 connectors without Avalanche. Field Termination Option ProAx ® fiber connectors are available as a true broadcast complete field termination solution, featuring the innovative Avalanche ™ fiber splicing technology. The Avalanche optical insert utilizes V-groove technology securing, sealing, and protecting the spliced fiber while providing exceptional optical performance. Avalanche also features Lights-Out technology. By applying a light source to the factory pre-polished end of the BX5 connector, the installer is ensured that the fiber ends are properly aligned for optimal signal transfer. Field fiber termination of the fiber components of ProAx connectors is designed for moderately trained installers, and uses standard industry tooling. All copper components are crimped and secured using standard tooling similar to a triax connector. Field Termination Avalanche ™ Optical Inserts ProAx ® Fiber ProAx ® HF Hybrid Fiber ProAx ® F4 Quad Fiber Factory Termination Field Termination Factory Termination Cable Assembly 5/08 • 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 3 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series Features Benefits Quick and simple field termination and repair • procedure using Avalanche ™ V-Groove Thermal Splice Technology Easy to install and exceptionally robust for use • in the harsh outside broadcast environment. Eliminates need for cable assembly spares and returns to factory for service or repair. Fiber connectors are standard LX.5• ® small-form-factor telecom connectors compatible Available from several industry sources• Uses standard 1.25 mm ferrule• Standard ferrule size, and no single source • components Uses angled polish for dramatically improved • back reflectance Increased loss budget for long links. Typical • insertion loss .2 dB max, return loss -65dB min Connector rated to IP68, utilizes ball style • locking mechanism for maximum reliability Withstands the harshest of environments from • high moisture and submerged, to sandy and hot environment Field assembly using standard tools in about • 20-30 minutes Simple assembly training instructions ensure • positive installation. No need to carry spare cable spool; signal down time is minimized No polish, no epoxy assembly, using • Avalanche technology Eliminates special polishing tools or skills• Factory polished BX5 angled polish connectors • with integral shutters Provides dust protection to fiber, accidental • touching/damaging of the ferrule face and eye safe for users “Eye-safe” – automatic shutters on optics to • prevent accidents and dust contamination Provides eye protection; dust protection and • accidental touching/damaging of the ferrule face Robust and durable body with stainless steel • keying feature Visual and positive key ensures that fibers are • protected until positive mating of connectors completed Common shell system for hybrid-fiber and • multi-fiber only types - just internal components change Less cost to the customer, all components metal • and plastic can be replaced in case of damage without re-terminating Easily cleaned in the eld with commonly • available products (tape & alcohol) Ensures maximum optical transfer with every use. • No need for specialized personal to re-terminate Gender reversible after termination in less than • 90 seconds No need to re-spool the cable to turn it around• Typical budget of .2dB and return loss of -65 dB• Exceeds SMPTE requirements• Low Cost, modirate skill, repair/termination • procedure and tools Eliminates the need for fusion splicer. Inexpensive • tool kit with installer intuitive procedure. 5/08 • 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 4 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series ProAx ® Hybrid Fiber (HF) Connectors Overview The ProAx ® Hybrid Fiber (HF) Connectors are the industry’s first field repairable, gender changeable, reliable, high-performance connector designed to be as easy to use as ProAx triax connectors. The ProAx HF is engineered to withstand tough mobile environments with generous use of stainless steel on wear surfaces, shuttered optics to prevent contamination and accidents, and exclusive o-ring protection that provides an IP68 rating without external protection boots. Moreover, the ProAx HF connector offers far higher optical performance than existing formats and supports newer high-data-rate demands. Type ADC Designation Manufacturer Cable Catalog Number Optical Component Signal Component Auxiliary Component Strength Member OD (mm) Hybrid Fiber/ Copper H9A Argosy Image311 (2) Singlemode 9µm Mode Field, 125µm Cladding (2) 24 AWG (4) 20 AWG (1) 16 AWG 9.2 Belden 7804B Draka SMPTE311M Furukawa TV-OM-AMS Furukawa TV-OM-CMR Gepco HDC920 Gepco HDC920R Mohawk M96040 H12A Gepco HDC120P (2) Singlemode 9µm Mode Field, 125µm Cladding (2) 24 AWG (2) 16 AWG (1) 16 AWG 12 Furukawa TV-OM-HAMS Mohawk M97938 Cable reference table. For details, please contact cable manufacturer. Features Benefits Connector uses strength member of cable for • improved pull strength With 200 lbs pull force rating, internal ber and • copper connections are well protected Copper and fiber sections of the connector are • completely isolated to prevent the copper from damaging the connector Eliminates risk of damage to ber components as • these different materials are subjected to extreme temperature ranges. Allows service to fiber or copper components without affecting the other Significantly higher mechanical reliability and • durability than present format Sturdy shell resists damage from normal handling. • Less time worrying about “if” the connector will work/mate. Far higher optical reliability, durability, and • performance than present format Many more mating cycles than current standard. • ProAx HF exceeds .25dB Insertion loss and -65dB return loss Meets and exceeds all functional optical and • electrical requirements of 304M Can be used for applications where multiple links • are required. Significant optical budget savings Common design for 310M and 311M • cable types Designed to fit existing standard cables. Flexible • design allows for use of other cables Power and auxiliary contacts are recessed in • plug and jack connectors Safety of operator. Protects operator from electrical • shock, and contacts from getting damaged 5/08 • 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 5 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series ProAx ® Hybrid Fiber (HF) Camera Connector Specifications OPTICAL AND ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE Insertion loss 1310 nm typical: Mated pair: Less than 0.2 dB Avalanche ™ splice: Less than 0.35 dB 1550 nm typical: Mated pair: Less than 0.2 dB Avalanche ™ splice: Less than 0.35 dB Return loss typical: Greater than -65 dB Insulation resistance: 200 MW min change Voltage rating: 600 Vdc Current Rating: 10 Amps ENVIRONMENTAL Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C Storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C Installation/repair temperature: 0°C to +50°C Humidity: 10%-90% non-condensing Transportation shock: GR 63 CORE Section 5.3.1 Transportation vibration: GR 63 CORE Section 5.4.3 Installation shock: GR 63 CORE Section 5.3.2 Mated connector pair: Meets or exceeds IP-68 Bulkhead connector capped or mated: Meets or exceeds IP-68 Moisture resistance: MIL-STD-202 Method 106; 0% to 95% Solvent resistance: MIL-STD-202 Method 215 Corrosion (salt spray): MIL-STD-202 Method 101, test condition B Industrial atmosphere: STM022 Method MECHANICAL Mechanical durability life cycle: > 17,000 cycles Crush force: > 1,500 lbs Insertion/withdrawal force : < 30 lbs Cable tension pull: > 200 lbs Locking mechanism pull: > 275 lbs Center contact retention: < 3.0 lbs 5/08 • 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 6 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series ProAx ® Quad Fiber (F4) Connectors Overview ADC’s ProAx ® Quad Fiber (F4) connector is quickly becoming the industry-standard harsh environment multi-fiber connector. With its superb and consistent mechanical and optical performance, the ProAx F4 connectors are the connectors of choice for outside broadcast vehicle links, high traffic and connect areas. The IP-68 rated four-fiber connector boasts the same advantages, features and benefits as the ProAx HF connector. It is available as a factory terminated cable assembly using the ADC tactical reduced bend radius fiber cable, a factory termination connector that can be assembled at the customer’s factory, or as a field termination connector featuring our Avalanche ™ technology. Type ADC Designation Manufacturer Cable Catalog Number Optical Component Signal Component Auxiliary Component Strength Member OD (mm) Quad Fiber F9A ADC F4CBL-F9A-BK (4) Singlemode 9µm Mode Field, 125µm Cladding N/A N/A (1) 16 AWG Stranded Steel 9.2 Quad Fiber F12A ADC F4CBL-F12A-BK (4) Singlemode 9µm Mode Field, 125µm Cladding N/A N/A (1) 16 AWG Stranded Steel 12 Cable reference table. 5/08 • 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 7 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series ProAx ® Quad Fiber (F4) Connector Specifications OPTICAL PERFORMANCE Insertion loss 1310 nm typical: Mated pair: Less than 0.2 dB Avalanche ™ splice: Less than 0.35 dB 1550 nm typical: Mated pair: Less than 0.2 dB Avalanche ™ splice: Less than 0.35 dB Return loss typical: Greater than -65 dB ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATION Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C Storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C Installation/repair temperature: 0°C to +50°C Humidity: 10%-90% non-condensing Transportation shock: GR 63 CORE Section 5.3.1 Transportation vibration: GR 63 CORE Section 5.4.3 Installation shock: GR 63 CORE Section 5.3.2 Mated connector pair: Meets or exceeds IP-68 Bulkhead connector capped or mated: Meets or exceeds IP-68 Moisture resistance: MIL-STD-202 Method 106; 0% to 95% Solvent resistance: MIL-STD-202 Method 215 Corrosion (salt spray): MIL-STD-202 Method 101, test condition B Industrial atmosphere: STM022 Method MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION Mechanical durability life cycle: > 17,000 cycles Crush force: > 1,500 lbs Insertion/withdrawal force: < 30 lbs Cable tension pull: > 200 lbs Locking mechanism pull: > 275 lbs 5/08 • 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 8 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series Cable Mount Connectors HF Hybrid Fiber F4 Quad (4) Fiber Catalog Number __ __ C __ - _______ C Connector Cable Type and Size H9A SMPTE 311M Standard Cable, 9.2 mm H12A Hybrid Fiber/Copper Cable, 12 mm F9A All (4) Fiber Cable, 9.2 mm F12A All (4) Fiber Cable, 12 mm P Plug J Jack Description Catalog Number ProAx ® Fiber Cable Mount Connectors Field Termination Connectors (with Avalanche ™ ) Hybrid Fiber/ Copper Connector Plug 9.2 mm SMPTE 311M cable, H9A HFCP-H9A-FT 12 mm cable, H12A HFCP-H12A-FT Jack 9.2 mm SMPTE 311M cable, H9A HFCJ-H9A-FT 12 mm cable, H12A HFCJ-H12A-FT Quad Fiber Connector Plug 9.2 mm cable, F9A F4CP-F9A-FT 12 mm cable, F12A F4CP-F12A-FT Jack 9.2 mm cable, F9A F4CJ-F9A-FT 12 mm cable, F12A F4CJ-F12A-FT Factory Termination Connectors (no Avalanche ™ ) Hybrid Fiber/ Copper Connector Plug 9.2 mm SMPTE 311M cable, H9A HFCP-H9A 12 mm cable, H12A HFCP-H12A Jack 9.2 mm SMPTE 311M cable, H9A HFCJ-H9A 12 mm cable, H12A HFCJ-H12A Quad Fiber Connector Plug 9.2 mm cable, F9A F4CP-F9A 12 mm cable, F12A F4CP-F12A Jack 9.2 mm cable, F9A F4CJ-F9A 12 mm cable, F12A F4CJ-F12A Ordering Information Field Termination Connector (ProAx HF Plug) Jack Plug Field Termination Connector (ProAx HF Jack) Or BH Bulkhead 5/08 • 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 9 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series Factory Terminated Connector Assemblies Description Connector 1 Connector 2 Catalog Number ProAx Quad Fiber (F4) Cable Assemblies; factory terminated, 9.2 mm cable, F9A ProAx Plug ProAx Plug F4CT-F9A-PP-X ProAx Plug ProAx Jack F4CT-F9A-PJ-X ProAx Jack ProAx Jack F4CT-F9A-JJ-X ProAx Plug None F4CT-F9A-PF-X ProAx Jack None F4CT-F9A-JF-X ProAx Plug BX5/APC F4CT-F9A-PB-X ProAx Jack BX5/APC F4CT-F9A-JB-X ProAx Plug SC/APC F4CT-F9A-PSC-X ProAx Jack SC/APC F4CT-F9A-JSC-X ProAx Plug LC/APC F4CT-F9A-PLC-X ProAx Jack LC/APC F4CT-F9A-JLC-X Note: X=Cable Length. Ordering Information F4 Quad (4) Fiber Catalog Number F4 C T - F9A - __ __ - ___ C Connector Cable Length 2 2 meters 10 10 meters 25 25 meters 100 100 meters Connector 1 Type P Plug J Jack T Terminated Cable Type and Size F9A All (4) Fiber cable, 9.2 mm Connector 2 Types P Plug J Jack F Pigtail, no connector B BX5 connectors, angled polish SC SC connectors, angled polish LC LC connectors, angled polish Connector 2Connector 1 Cable Length 5/08 • 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 10 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series Repair Kits Gender Changer, Plug (Quad Fiber) Gender Changer Kit A gender changer repair kit allows you to change a terminated cable from plug to jack or jack to plug in less than 90 seconds. This kit does not require user to re-terminate connector. All kits include all necessary components for gender change. Ordering Information Description Catalog Number Gender Changer Kit Hybrid Fiber/Copper Plug HFRK-GCP Jack HFRK-GCJ Quad Fiber Plug F4RK-GCP Jack F4RK-GCJ Outer Shell Kit Outer shell kit is a replacement kit for damaged connector shells. The kit includes the outer body and stainless steel keying component. Description Catalog Number Backshell Kit Hybrid Fiber/Copper 9.2 mm SMPTE 311M cable, H9A HFRK-BS-H9A 12 mm cable, H12A HFRK-BS-H12A Quad Fiber 9.2 mm Cable, F9A F4RK-BS-F9A 12 mm cable, F12A F4RK-BS-F12A Description Catalog Number Outer Shell Kit Plug HFRK-POS Jack HFRK-JOS Plug F4RK-POS Jack F4RK-JOS Ordering Information Ordering Information Backshell Kit (Hybrid Fiber/Copper) Backshell Kit The connector backshell is the part of the connector that mounts on the cable. It is cable dependent, and includes all the components necessary to terminate it. A gender changer is then assembled onto the connectorized cable to complete the connector. Gender Changer, Plug (Hybrid Fiber/Copper) [...]... Hybrid Fiber/ Copper HFRK-RK Quad Fiber F4RK-RK Cable Clamp Kits; all components needed for cable retention Hybrid Fiber/ Copper 9.2 mm SMPTE 311M cable, H9A HFRK-CC-H9A 12 mm cable, H12A HFRK-CC-H12A Quad Fiber 9.2 mm Cable F4RK-CC-F9A 12 mm cable, F12A F4RK-CC-F12A 5/08 • 106292AE  ProAx® Fiber Connector Series Repair Kits www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 11 ProAx® Fiber Connector Series. .. Information Description Catalog Number Outer Shell Kit Hybrid Fiber/ Copper Plug Jack HFRK-JOS-BH Plug F4RK-POS-BH Jack Quad Fiber HFRK-POS-BH F4RK-JOS-BH 5/08 • 106292AE  ProAx® Fiber Connector Series Bulkhead Mount Connectors www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 12 ProAx® Fiber Connector Series ADC offers a wide array of singlemode fiber optic patch cords Product configurations allow 1m patch... Service 5/08 • 106292AE  ProAx® Fiber Connector Series Breakout and Test Cables www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 13 ProAx® Fiber Connector Series Tools and Accessories Ordering Information Catalog Number Field Termination Tool Kit; Hybrid Fiber/ Copper and Quad Fiber HFRK-FTKIT Field Examination/Cleaning Tool Kit HFRK-FEKIT Individual Tools Termination fixture HFRK-FTF Fiber inspection scope... Avalanche with bulkhead connector) 106292AE  ProAx® Fiber Connector Series Description Field Termination Tool Kit HFC-SR-BH 5/08 • Termination Fixture Fiber Inspection Scope Fiber Visualizer with Avalanche™ www.adc.com • Beaver Cleaver Melt Tool and Battery Cable Strip Gauge +1-952-938-8080 • Strain Relief Boot 1-800-366-3891 14 ProAx® Fiber Connector Series Tactical Fiber Bulk Cable Features: • 245/900 polyester... rear nut With the ProAx fiber bulkhead connectors, there is no need for expensive field polishing and repairs No need to send your camera anywhere for connector repairs Bulkhead Connectors (ProAx HF) Bulkhead Connectors (ProAx F4) Ordering Information Description Catalog Number ProAx Fiber Bulkhead Mount Connectors ® Hybrid Fiber/ Copper Plug Jack HFCJ-BH Plug F4CP-BH Jack Quad Fiber HFCP-BH F4CJ-BH Outer.. .ProAx® Fiber Connector Series Avalanche™ Kit Copper Contacts Kit BX5 Adapter Kit Ordering Information Description Catalog Number Field Re-termination Kits Hybrid Fiber/ Copper and Quad Fiber Avalanche™ Kit (Includes 2 simplex optical inserts) FCRK-AK BX5 Adapter Kit Copper Contacts Kit Hybrid Fiber/ Copper FCRK-BX5 HFRK-CU Re-termination Kits; all components needed to re-terminate a ProAx connector. .. Fiber visualizer HFRK-FTL Crimp tool (with die) HFRK-FTCT Crimp die HFRK-FTCD Cable strip gauge HFRK-FTSTRIP Fiber shard disposal container HFRK-FTDISP Boots Connector plug, weather protection boot HFCP-BOOT Connector jack, weather protection boot HFCJ-BOOT Connector, strain relief boot HFC-SRBOOT Bulkhead Avalanche Protection and Strain Relief Kit; (recommended when using Avalanche with bulkhead connector) ... ProAx® Fiber Connector Series The ProAx® fiber bulkhead and camera mount connectors are designed with flexibility, serviceability and robustness in mind The plug hybrid or quad fiber connectors have direct rear access to the BX5 adapter This allows the user to directly plug into it with a standard BX5 or other industry-standard LX.5® compatible patch cord The bulkhead connector makes your breakout easy... Option FPC Connector on both ends 1 meter 02 2 meters Connector on one end (pigtail) FPT 01 03 3 meters 10 10 meters 20 20 meters Cable Type 2Y 2 mm dual zip, reduced bend radius, yellow jacket BX5 angled polish (LX.5 compatible) APBX BX5 angled polish (LX.5 compatible) APSC Connector Type, A APBX Connector Type, B* SC angled polish APLC LC angled polish APFC FC angled polish * Additional connector. .. industry standard connectors Aramid strength yarn in subunit and jacket • Available with dual reinforced jackets with aramid yarn served between the jackets Coated steel central strength member 900 µm Hytrel Tight Buffer 245 µm Acrylate Coated Fiber Note: Drawing not to scale Ordering Information Description Catalog Number Tactical Fiber Bulk Cable; Quad Fiber, 9.2 mm, F9A F4CBL-F9A-BK Quad Fiber, 12 mm, . 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 4 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series ProAx ® Hybrid Fiber (HF) Connectors. 106292AE ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series 6 www.adc.com • +1-952-938-8080 • 1-800-366-3891 ProAx ® Fiber Connector Series ProAx ® Quad Fiber (F4) Connectors Overview