
3-52
Plastic Optical Fiber Connector Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Symbol
Min.
Max.
Unit
Note
Storage and Operating Temperature
TS,O
-40
85
°C1
Recommended Operating Temperature
TO
-40
85
°C1
Installation Temperature
Tl
070
°C1
Nut Torque
TN
0.7
N-m
2
100
OzF-in.
Notes:
1. Storage and Operating Temperatures refer to the ranges over which the connectors can be used when not subjected to mechanical
stress. Installation Temperature refers to the ranges over which connectors may be installed onto the fiber and over which connectors
can be connected and disconnected from transmitter and receiver modules.
2. Recommended nut torque is 0.57 N-m.
Plastic Optical Fiber Connector Mechanical/Optical Characteristics
TA = -40 to +85°C, Unless Otherwise Specified
Parameter
Part Number
Symbol Min. Typ.[1] Max.
Units
Temp.
°C Note
Retention Force,
Simplex,
FR-C
7
8
N
+25
2
Connector to
HFBR-4501/4511
3
-40 to +85
Simplex Latching,
47
80
+25
HFBR-4503/4513
11
-40 to +85
Duplex,
7
12
+25
HFBR-4506
4
-40 to +85
Duplex Latching,
50
80
+25
HFBR-4516
15
-40 to +85
Tensile Force,
Simplex,
FT
8.5
22
N
3
Connector to Cable
HFBR-4501/4511
Simplex Latching,
8.5
22
HFBR-4503/4513
Duplex, HFBR-4506
14
35
Duplex Latching,
14
35
HFBR-4516
Adapter Connector
HFBR-4505/4515 with
α
CC
0.7
1.5
2.8
dB
25
4, 5
to Connector Loss
HFBR-4501/4511
Retention Force
HFBR-4505/4515 with
FR-B
78
N
Connector to Adapter
HFBR-4501/4511
Insertion Force,
Simplex,
FI
830
N
6
HFBR-4501/4511
Simplex Latching,
16
35
HFBR-4503/4513
Duplex, HFBR-4506
13
46
Duplex Latching
22
51
HFBR-4516
Notes:
1. Typical data are at +25
°C.
2. No perceivable reduction in retention force was observed after 2000 insertions. Retention force of non-latching connectors is lower at
elevated temperatures. Latching connectors are recommended for applications where a high retention force at high temperatures is
desired.
3. For applications where frequent temperature cycling over temperature extremes is expected, please contact Hewlett-Packard for
alternate connectoring techniques.
4. Minimum and maximum limit for
α
CC for 0°C to +70°C temperature range. Typical value of αCC is at +25°C.
5. Factory polish or field polish per recommended procedure.
6. Destructive insertion force was typically at 178 N (40 lb.).
HFBR-4505/4515 Adapter
Versatile Link
Transmitters and
Receivers
Connector to
Versatile Link
Transmitters and
Receivers