FIBER CONNECTORS
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, Servo Fiber Connector
- Use
- FTTH
- Certification
- RoHS
- IP rating
- IP68
- Operating Temperature
- -55~80Degree
- Insertion Loss
- 0.2(dB)
- Plug-in times
- 100000
- Color
- White
ST Fiber Optic Connector Dust Cap Cover
This is a JINSHANG TECH protective dust cap / cover for optical fiber connectors, shielding the ferrule and end face from dust, moisture and physical damage when disconnected.
JINSHANG TECH supplies the unit as a production item; fiber diameter, jacketing, connectorization and length can be confirmed against the specification before ordering.
Key Characteristics
- Operating temperature range: -55~80Degree
- IP68 ingress protection for damp or wash-down environments
- Certified to RoHS
- Housing/jacket color: White
- Insertion loss: 0.2(dB)
- Reusable and easy to remove and replace during service
- Reduces field cleaning and intermittent-link failures
- Molded to match common TOSLINK/HFBR/POF port profiles
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: 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.
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.
See the BH Cables assembly range for rugged installations at www.bhcables.com.
