FIBER CONNECTORS
Avago ST Fiber Optic Connector Dust Cap Cover
This is a protective dust cap / cover for optical connectors, shielding ferrules and ports from dust, moisture and scratches during storage and shipping.
Specifications
- Type
- Testers &Tools, AVAGO Connector Dust Cap
- Use
- FTTH
- Certification
- RoHS
- IP rating
- IP68
- Operating Temperature
- -55~80Degree
- Insertion Loss
- 0.2(dB)
- Plug-in times
- 100000
- Color
- White
Avago ST Fiber Optic Connector Dust Cap Cover
This fiber connector cover from Avago / Broadcom prevents contamination and misalignment of open optical ports on equipment and patch cords.
Manufactured for production use rather than as a one-off sample, the unit is built to a stable fiber specification so orders can be repeated with consistent dimensions and performance.
Key Characteristics
- Housing/jacket color: White
- Insertion loss: 0.2(dB)
- Operating temperature range: -55~80Degree
- IP68 ingress protection for damp or wash-down environments
- Certified to RoHS
- Snap-fit design that stays in place during shipping and storage
- Supplied in bulk for inventory and spare-parts kits
- Reusable and easy to remove and replace during service
Typical Applications
The unit is commonly used for protection of open TOSLINK/HFBR/POF equipment ports, shipping and storage of unterminated patch cords and harnesses, and maintaining clean optical interfaces in industrial cabinets. The result is a reliable, repeatable build that tolerates the routing, vibration and repeated handling typical of production installations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which connector do these fit? A: Match the cap to the connector profile shown in the specification; common versions cover TOSLINK, HFBR Versatile Link and POF ports.
Q: Do caps replace cleaning? A: No — they prevent contamination, but the end face should still be inspected and cleaned before mating.
Q: Why do optical connectors need dust caps? A: Even a small dust particle on the ferrule can block the light path and raise insertion loss, so open ports should always be capped when not mated.
Q: Are the caps reusable? A: Yes. The caps are designed to be removed and replaced repeatedly during normal service while retaining a snug fit.
For the matching Versatile Link and HFBR assemblies, visit the FEV Electronics fiber catalog at www.fevelectronics.com.
