Automated Polishing System for MTP Geometry Control
Traditional optical connectors consist of a ferrule with a single fiber. Therefore, when mating two connectors, the alignment and physical contact of only two fibers is of concern. With MTP matings, multiple fibers, up to 72, are connected simultaneously. Controlling MTP geometry ensures intimate contact and alignment amongst all fibers in the array. Numerous ferrule endface specifications must be maintained to minimize loss and reflectance in a MTP connection. These include flatness (along both x and y axis), x and y angles, fiber heights, and core dip, among other variables.
Krell’s Scepter Automated Polishing System controls both MTP and MT-RJ connector geometries on a consistent basis. This is important for applications involving high-speed data transmission and high connector density interconnects. As opposed to passively assembling the MTP holding fixture, each KrellTech workholder is interferometrically aligned. This active, in-line process is performed for each connector position. This alignment procedure guarantees the required geometry control.
The Scepter connector polishing system is well-suited for manufacturing engineers and production managers in cable assembly houses as well as manufacturers supplying interconnect products for data center applications.
For more information on Krell’s Scepter automated connector polishing system, download the datasheet. You can also contact Krell directly to ask a question or discuss your application.