HFBR-RXXYYYZ Series (POF)

HFBR-EXXYYYZ Series (POF)

Plastic Optical Fiber Cable and Accessories
for Versatile Link

Data Sheet

Cable Description Features

The HFBR-R/EXXYYYZ series of plastic fiber optic cables • Compatible with Avago Versatile Link Family of con-
are constructed of a single step-index fiber sheathed nectors and fiber optic components
in a black poly­ethy­lene jacket. The duplex fiber consists • 1 mm diameter Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) in two
of two simplex fibers joined with a zipcord web. grades: low cost standard POF with 0.22 dB/m typical
attenuation, or high performance extra low loss POF
Standard attenuation and extra low loss POF cables are
with 0.19 dB/m typical attenuation
identical except for attenuation specifications.
Polyethylene jackets on all plastic fiber cables com-
ply with UL VW-1 flame retardant specification (UL file
Applications
# E89328). • Industrial data links for factory automation and plant
control
Cables are available in unconnectored or connectored
• Intra-system links; board-to-board, rack-to-rack
options. Refer to the Ordering Guide for part number
information. • Telecommunications switching systems
• Computer-to-peripheral data links, PC bus extension
• Proprietary LANs
500 • Digitized video
• Medical instruments
• Reduction of lightning and voltage transient suscep-
αR – ATTENUATION – dB/km

400

tibility
300
• High voltage isolation

200

100
620 640 660 680 700

λ – WAVELENGTH – nm

Figure 1. Typical POF attenuation vs. wavelength.

HFBR-RXXYYY fig p2
Plastic Optical Fiber Specifications: HFBR-R/EXXYYYZ
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter Symbol Min. Max. Unit Note
Storage and Operating Temperature TS,O -55 +85 °C
Recommended Operating Temperature TO -40 +85 °C
Installation Temperature TI -20 +70 °C 1
Short Term Tensile      Single Channel FT 50 N 2
Force
             Dual Channel FT 100 N
Short Term Bend Radius r 25 mm 3, 4
Long Term Bend Radius r 35 mm
Long Term Tensile Load FT 1 N
Flexing 1000 Cycles 4

Mechanical/Optical Characteristics, TA = -40 to +85°C unless otherwise specified.

Parameter Symbol Min. Typ.[5] Max. Unit     Condition
Cable Standard Cable, αO 0.15 0.22 0.27 dB/m Source is HFBR-15XX
Attenuation Type "R" (660 mm LED, 0.5 NA)
Extra Low Loss, 0.15 0.19 0.23   = 50 meters
Type "E"
Reference Standard Cable, αR 0.12 0.19 0.24 dB/m Source is 650 nm,
Attenuation Type "R" 0.5 NA monochrometer,
Extra Low Loss, 0.12 0.16 0.19   = 50 meters
Type "E" Note 7, Figure 1
Numerical Aperture NA 0.46 0.47 0.50 >2 meters
Diameter, Core and Cladding DC 0.94 1.00 1.06 mm
Diameter, Jacket DJ 2.13 2.20 2.27 mm Simplex Cable
Propagation Delay Constant l/v 5.0 ns/m Note 6
Mass per Unit Length/Channel 5.3 g/m Without Connectors
Cable Leakage Current IL 12 nA 50 kV,   = 0.3 meters
Refractive Index Core n 1.492
Cladding 1.417

Notes:
1. Installation temperature is the range over which the cable can be bent and pulled without damage. Below -20°C the cable becomes brittle
and should not be subjected to mechanical stress.
2. Short Term Tensile Force is for less than 30 minutes.
3. Short Term Bend Radius is for less than 1 hour nonoperating.
4. 90° bend on 25 mm radius mandrel. Bend radius is the radius of the mandrel around which the cable is bent.
5. Typical data are at 25°C.
6. Propagation delay constant is the reciprocal of the group velocity for propagation delay of optical power. Group velocity is v=c/n where c is
the velocity of light in free space (3xl08 m/s) and n is the effective core index of refraction.
7. Note that αR rises at the rate of about 0.0067 dB/°C, where the thermal rise refers to the LED temperature changes above 25°C. Please refer to
Figure 1 which shows the typical plastic optical fiber attenuation versus wavelength at 25°C.


Plastic Fiber Connector Styles DUPLEX CONNECTOR STYLES
Connector Description HFBR-4506Z – Duplex
Four connector stylesare avail­able for termination of plastic
optical fiber: simplex, simplex latching, duplex and duplex HFBR-4526Z

latching. All connectors provide a snap-in action when

mated to Versatile Link components. Simplex connec­tors
are color coded to facilitate identification of trans­mit­ter
and receiver connections. Duplex connectors are keyed
so that proper orientation is ensured during insertion. If Duplex connectors provide con­venient duplex cable
the POF cable/connector will be used at extreme operat- termination and are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion
ing temperatures or experience frequent and wide tem- into duplex configured modules. The duplex connector is
perature cycling effects, the cable/connector attachment compatible with dual combina­tions of horizontal or vertical
can be strengthened with an RTV adhesive (see Plastic Versatile Link components (e.g., two horizontal transmit-
Connector­ing Instructions for more detail). The connectors ters, two vertical receivers, a horizontal transmitter with a
are made of a flame retardant VALOX UL94 V-0 material horizontal receiver, etc.). The duplex non-latching connec-
(UL file # E121562). tor is available in parchment, off-white (HFBR-4506Z).

SIMPLEX CONNECTOR STYLES HFBR-4516Z – Duplex Latching

HFBR-4501Z/4511Z – Simplex

, HFBR-4525Z
DUPLEX
CRIMP RING
HFBR-4526Z
The simplex connector provides a quick and stable con-
nection for applications that require a component-to-
connector retention force of 8 Newtons (1.8 lb.). These
connectors are available in gray (HFBR-4501Z) or blue
(HFBR-4511Z).
The duplex latching connector is designed for rugged
HFBR-4503Z/4513Z – Simplex Latching applications requiring greater retention force than the
nonlatching duplex con­nector. When inserting the duplex
HFBR-4525Z
latching connector into a module, the connector latch
mechanism should be aligned with the top surface of the
dual combination of horizontal or vertical Versatile Link
compo­nents. The duplex latching connector is available
The simplex latching connector is designed for rugged in gray (HFBR-4516Z).
applications requiring a greater retention force — 80 New-
tons ( 18 lb.) — than provided by a simplex nonlatching Feedthrough/Splice
connector. When inserting the simplex latching connector HFBR-4505Z/4515Z Bulkhead Adapter
into a module, the connector latch mechanism should be
aligned with the top surface of the horizontal modules,
or with the tall vertical side of the vertical modules. Mis-
alignment of an inserted latching connector into either
module will not result in a positive latch. The connector is
The HFBR-4505Z/4515Z adapter mates two simplex
released by depressing the rear section of the connector
connectors for panel/bulkhead feedthrough of HFBR-
lever, and then pulling the connector assembly away from
4501Z/4511Z terminated plastic fiber cable. Maximum
the module housing.
panel thickness is 4.1 mm (0.16 inch). This adapter can
serve as a cable in-line splice using two simplex connec-
The simplex latching connector is available in gray (HFBR-
tors. The adapters are available in gray (HFBR-4505Z) and
4503Z) or blue (HFBR-4513Z).
blue (HFBR-4515Z). This adapter is not compat­ible with
POF duplex, POF simplex latching, or HCS connectors.


Plastic Optical Fiber Connector Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter Symbol Min. Max. Unit Note
Storage and Operating Temperature TS,O -40 85 °C 1
Recommended Operating Temperature TO -40 85 °C 1
Installation Temperature Tl 0 70 °C 1
Nut Torque TN 0.7 N-m 2
HFBR-4505Z/4515Z
Adapter 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 con-
nected 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-4501Z/4511Z 3 -40 to +85
Versatile
Link Transmit- Simplex Latching, 47 80 +25
ters
and Receivers HFBR-4503Z/4513Z 11 -40 to +85
Duplex, 7 12 +25
HFBR-4506Z 4 -40 to +85
Duplex Latching, 50 80 +25
HFBR-4516Z 15 -40 to +85
Tensile Force, Simplex, FT 8.5 22 N 3
Connector to Cable HFBR-4501Z/4511Z
Simplex Latching, 8.5 22
HFBR-4503Z/4513Z
Duplex, HFBR-4506Z 14 35
Duplex Latching, 14 35
HFBR-4516Z
Adapter Connector HFBR-4505Z/4515Z with αCC 0.7 1.5 2.8 dB 25 4, 5
to Connector Loss HFBR-4501Z/4511Z
Retention Force HFBR-4505Z/4515Z with FR-B 7 8 N
Connector to Adapter HFBR-4501Z/4511Z
Insertion Force, Simplex, FI 8 30 N 6
Connector
to Versatile HFBR-4501Z/4511Z
Link
Transmitters and Simplex Latching, 16 35
Receivers
HFBR-4503Z/4513Z
Duplex, HFBR-4506Z 13 46
Duplex Latching 22 51
HFBR-4516Z
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 Avago Technologies for alternate
connectoring techniques.
4. Minimum and maximum limit for αCC 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.).


Step-by-Step Plastic Cable Connectoring Instructions
The following step-by-step guide describes how to termi-
nate plastic fiber optic cable. It is ideal for both field and
factory installation. Connectors can be easily installed
on cable ends with wire strippers, cutters and a crimping
tool.
Finishing the cable is accom­plished with the Avago
HFBR-4593Z Polishing Kit, consist­ing of a Polishing Fixture, Step 2
600 grit abrasive paper and 3 µm pink lapping film (3M
Place the crimp ring and connec­tor over the end of the
Company, OC3-14). The connector can be used immedi-
cable; the fiber should protrude about 3 mm (0.12 in.)
ately after polishing.
through the end of the connector. Carefully position the
Materials needed for plastic fiber termination are: ring so that it is entirely on the connector with the rim of
the crimp ring flush with the connec­tor, leaving a small
1. Avago Plastic Optical Fiber Cable (Example: HFBR-
space between the crimp ring and the flange. Then crimp
RUS500Z, HFBR-RUD500Z, HFBR-EUS500Z, or HFBR-
the ring in place with the crimping tool. One crimp tool is
EUD500Z)
used for all POF connector crimping requirements.
2. Industrial Razor Blade or Wire Cutters
For applications with extreme temperature operation
3. 16 Gauge Latching Wire Strippers (Example: Ideal or frequent temperature cycling, improved connector
StripmasterTM type 45-092). to cable attachment can be achieved with the use of an
RTV (GE Company, RTV-128 or Dow Corning 3145-RTV)
4. HFBR-4597Z Crimping Tool
adhesive. The RTV is placed into the connector prior to
5. HFBR-4593Z Polishing Kit insertion of the fiber and the fiber is crimped normally.
The connector can be polished after the RTV has cured
6. One of the following connectors:
and is then ready for use.
a) HFBR-4501Z/4503Z Gray Simplex/Simplex Latching
Note: By convention, place the gray connector on the trans­
Connector and HFBR-4525Z Simplex Crimp Ring
mitter cable end and the blue connector on the receiver cable
b) HFBR-4511Z/4513Z Blue Simplex/Simplex Latching end to maintain color coding (different color connectors are
Connector and HFBR-4525Z Simplex Crimp Ring mechanically identical).
c) HFBR-4506Z Parchment (off-white) Duplex Connector Simplex connector crimp rings cannot be used with duplex
and HFBR-4526Z Duplex Crimp Ring con­nectors and duplex connec­tor crimp rings cannot be
used with simplex connectors because of size differences.
d) HFBR-4516Z Gray Latching Duplex Connector and
The simplex crimp has a dull luster appear­ance; the duplex
HFBR-4526Z Duplex Crimp Ring
ring is glossy and has a thinner wall.
Step 1
The zip cord structure of the duplex cable permits easy
separation of the channels. The channels should be sepa-
rated a minimum of 100 mm (4 in) to a maximum of 150
mm (6 in) back from the ends to permit connectoring
and polishing.
After cutting the cable to the desired length, strip off
approxi­mately 7 mm (0.3 in.) of the outer jacket with the
16 gauge wire strippers. Excess webbing on the duplex
cable may have to be trimmed to allow the simplex or
simplex latching connector to slide over the cable.
When using the duplex connector and duplex cable, the
separated duplex cable must be stripped to equal lengths
on each cable. This allows easy and proper seating of the
cable into the duplex connector.


 Step 4
Place the flush connector and polishing fixture on the dull
side of the 3 µm pink lapping film and continue to polish
the fiber and connector for approximately 25 strokes. The
fiber end should be flat, smooth and clean.
Step 3
This cable is now ready for use.
Any excess fiber protruding from the connector end may
be cut off; however, the trimmed fiber should extend at Note: Use of the pink lapping film fine polishing step results in
least 1.5 mm (0.06 in) from the connector end. approximately 2 dB improve­ment in coupling performance
of either a transmitter-receiver link or a bulkhead/splice over
Insert the connector fully into the polishing fixture with a 600 grit polish alone. This fine polish is comparable to the
the trimmed fiber protruding from the bottom of the Avago factory polish. The fine polishing step may be omitted
fixture. This plastic polish­ing fixture can be used to polish where an extra 2 dB of optical power is not essential, as with
two simplex connectors or sim­plex latching connectors short link lengths. Proper polishing of the tip of the fiber/con­
simultane­ously, or one duplex connector. nector face results in a tip diameter between 2.5 mm (0.098
Note: The four dots on the bottom of the polishing fixture in.) minimum and 3.2 mm (0.126 in.) maximum..
are wear indicators. Replace the polishing fixture when any
dot is no longer visible. Typically, the polishing fixture can HFBR-4593Z Polishing Kit
be used 10 times; 10 duplex connectors or 20 simplex con­
nectors, two at a time.
Place the 600 grit abrasive paper on a flat smooth surface,
pressing down on the connector, polish the fiber and the
connector using a figure eight pattern of strokes until
the connector is flush with the bottom of the polishing
fixture. Wipe the connector and fixture with a clean cloth
or tissue.


Ordering Guide for POF Connectors and Accessories

Plastic Optical Fiber Connectors

HFBR-4501Z Gray Simplex Connector/Crimp Ring
HFBR-4511Z Blue Simplex Connector/Crimp Ring
HFBR-4503Z Gray Simplex Latching Connector with Crimp Ring
HFBR-4513Z Blue Simplex Latching Connector with Crimp Ring
HFBR-4506Z Parchment Duplex Connector with Crimp Ring
HFBR-4516Z Gray Duplex Latching Connector with Crimp Ring
HFBR-4505Z Gray Adapter (Bulkhead/Feedthrough)
HFBR-4515Z Blue Adapter (Bulkhead/Feedthrough)

Plastic Optical Fiber Accessories

HFBR-4522Z 500 HFBR-0500 Products Port Plugs
HFBR-4525Z 1000 Simplex Crimp Rings
HFBR-4526Z 500 Duplex Crimp Rings
HFBR-4593Z Polishing Kit (one polishing tool, two pieces 600 grit
abrasive paper, and two pieces 3 µm pink lapping film)
HFBR-4597Z Plastic Fiber Crimping Tool

Ordering Guide for POF Cable Cable Length Tolerances:

For Example: The plastic cable length tolerances are: +10%/-0%.
HFBR-RUD500Z is a Standard Attenuation, Unconnectored, NOTE: By convention, pre-connectored simplex POF ca-
Duplex, 500 meter cable. bles have gray and blue colored connectors on the op-
posite ends of the same fiber; although oppositely col-
HFBR-RLS001Z is a Standard Attenuation, Latching Simplex
ored, the connectors are mechanically identical. Duplex
Connectored, Simplex, 1 meter cable.
POF cables with duplex connectors use color- coded
HFBR-RMD010Z is a Standard Attenuation, Standard Du- markings on the duplex fiber cable to differentiate be-
plex Connectored, Duplex, 10 meter cable. tween the channel.
HFBR-RMD100Z is a Standard Attenuation, Standard Du-
plex Connectored, Duplex, 100 meter cable.

HFBR- Z

Cable Code ROHS Compliant

R = Standard Attenuation POF
Length Code
E = Extra Low Loss POF
(measured from tip of connector to tip of
connector)
Maximum 500 meters (not in 1 meter
Connector Code
increments).
U = Unconnectored See www.avagotech.com/fiber/cables
N = Standard Simplex Connectors e.g., 015 = 15 meters
L = Latching Simplex Connectors
M = Standard Duplex Connectors
T = Latching Duplex Connectors Channel Code
S = Simplex Cable
D = Duplex Zipcord Cable

Note: Not all possible combinations reflect available part numbers.

Please contact your local Avago representative for a list of current available cable part numbers.


Connector Applications
Attachment to Avago Versatile Link Fiber Optic Components

Bulkhead Feedthrough or Panel Mounting for HFBR-4501Z/4511Z Simplex Connectors


Versatile Link Mechanical Dimensions
Fiber Optic Cable Dimensions Panel Mounting – Bulkhead Feedthrough

1.0 POF
(0.039)

0.230 HCS
(0.009)

HFBR-4505Z (Gray)/4515Z (Blue) Adapters

Bulkhead Feedthrough with Two HFBR-4501Z/4511Z Connectors

All dimensions in mm (inches).

All dimensions ±0.25 mm unless otherwise specified.


Versatile Link Mechanical Dimensions, continued

HFBR-4516Z (Parchment) Duplex Latching Connector HFBR-4506Z (Parchment) Duplex Connector

HFBR-4503Z (Gray)/4513Z (Blue) Simplex Latching Connector HFBR-4501Z (Gray)/4511Z (Blue) Simplex Connector

All dimensions in mm (inches).

All dimensions ±0.25 mm unless otherwise specified.

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