Connectors

Delphi's innovative Snap Lock Connectors are miniature, single channel, fiber optic connectors for meeting rugged, space limited, cost efficient design requirements without sacrificing performance. Snap Lock's push/pull coupling design provides an efficient mate/demate feature while maintaining the same high optical performance associated with Delphi's multi-channel connectors.

Delphi's Snap Lock Connectors can reside on a PCB (printed circuit board) where real estate is at a premium. These miniature connectors can be mounted directly onto the board, and further space reduction is achieved without the need for a threaded coupling ring. They are available in several versions to meet design requirements, including the following:

• In-line plug
• In-line receptacle
• Jam-nut receptacle

Benefits/Features

• Single channel
• Utilizes Delphi's field proven termini
• Singlemode and multimode capabilities
• In-line plug, outside diameter less than 0.25 inches (6.35 mm)
• In-line and panel mount receptacles
• Easy push-pull connect/disconnect
• Compact

Typical Applications

• Where single channel connectors are typically used
• Military and commercial electronics systems
• Navy shipboard
• Satellite systems
• Test equipment
• Towed arrays

Performance Characteristics

• Optical insertion loss:
• 9/125 SM fiber: 0.25 dB avg.
• 62.5/125 MM fiber: 0.6 dB avg.
• Operating temperature: -28°C to +65°C
• Mating durability: 500 cycles

The performance characteristics above are for reference only and may not account for all the variables that would be present in an actual application. For detailed product performance information, contact Delphi.