ADC Triaxial Camera Connectors ProAx - Manual (Page 3)

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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 -65 dB 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 field 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 .2 dB and return loss of -65 dB • Exceeds SMPTE requirements •
Low cost, moderate skill, repair/termination •
procedure and tools
Eliminates the need for fusion splicer. Inexpensive •
tool kit with installer intuitive procedure.