DIAMOND F-3000 Family

Fiber Optic Components SINGLE MODE PC/APC

MULTIMODE PC
PS, PSf, PM-PS, PSi, PSm, PSc, PM,
CABLE ASSEMBLIES AND ADAPTERS
VIS/NIR

Thanks to its different technologies, mechanical and optical interfaces, the

F-3000 fiber optic connector family can cover the most standard and cus-
tomized requirements in response to the increasingly customer demands.
The family includes: simplex, duplex and backplane connectors and adapt-
ers, as well as a series of network accessories such as: attenuators, hybrid
adapters, transition adapters, terminators, reflectors and receptacles.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS INCLUDE

Spring-loaded protective cap for high power applications providing F-3000 Simplex
increased safety protection
Specially designed body to prevent endface damage during mating
Modular designed mating adapters with metal protective shutters for
high power applications

Diamond composite ferrule (zirconia ceramic sleeve and titanium insert):

- Allows plastic deformation for our Active Core Alignment (A.C.A)

- Unique 0.1 dB Insertion Loss
- Custom drill sizes from 80m to 280m
- Superior Ultra polishing F-3000 Duplex
- Custom ferrules for multi-fiber technology
- Ultra-low ferrule O.D. tolerances

F-3000 Backplane 2-4 channels

AVAILABLE TECHNOLOGIES AND OPTICAL INTERFACES
PS optical interfaces: PS collimated, PSf free space, PM-PS, PSi Free
standing, PSm Multimode, PSc collimator.
Polarization Maintaining (PM)
VIS/NIR for low wavelengths and small core fibers
Optical Line Identification OLID assemblies
F-3000 FUSION for easy field termination of MM and SM fibers

F-3000 Power Solution (PS)

F-3000 Accessories and transceivers

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THE F-3000 SIMPLEX

The F-3000 is a small form factor SFF fiber optic connector based onto 1.25 mm ferrule style. It has been recently
standardized as LF3 connector, thus clarifying and ensuring the mechanical compatibility of the F-3000 con-
nector with the LC adapter. This opens access to a broad field of existing applications, and will be increased with
new customer specific solutions.

STANDARDS
IEC 61 754-28 Fiber optic interconnecting devices and passive components - Type LF3 connector family
EN 50377-16-1 Product specification: Part 16-1: Type LF3 APC simplex terminated on IEC 60793-2-50 category
B1.1 and B1.3 single mode fibre with titanium composite ferrule for Category C
The LF3 connector is compatible with all IEC 61 754-20 compliant adapters

AVAILABLE AS
Standard terminated connector, also for applications up to 3W
Connector set (to be terminated with Diamond special equipment)

OPTICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MULTIMODE SINGLE MODE SINGLE MODE
STANDARD UNITS TEST CONDITIONS
0 PC 0 PC 8 APC

Insertion Loss (IL) typ. 0.15 max. 0.4 typ. 0.1 max. 0.4 typ 0.1 max. 0.4 dB IEC 61300-3-4; = 1300/1550nm
Return Loss (RL) typ. 40 min. 50 min. 70* dB IEC 61300-3-6; = 1300/1550nm

Repeatability of IL max. 0.1 dB IEC 61300-2-2; = 1300/1550nm

SINGLE MODE SINGLE MODE

LOW IL VERSION
0 PC 8 APC

Insertion Loss (IL) - typ. < 0.1 max. 0.15 typ. < 0.1 max. 0.15 dB IEC 61300-3-4; = 1300/1550nm
Return Loss (RL) - min. 50 min. 85* dB IEC 61300-3-6; = 1300/1550nm
Storage temperature -40/+90** C
* Measured with high precision reflectometer

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
MEASUREMENT / TEST PARAMETERS METHOD

Change of temperature (Reliability) -40C / +85C / 1 h dwell / 500 cycles IEC 61300-2-22

Low temperature -51C / 96 h MIL-STD-810F

Dry heat (Reliability) +85C / 2'000 h IEC 61300-2-18

Termal shock -51C / +71C / 1 h dwell / 3 cycles MIL-STD-810

Low pressure, procedure II 4572 m / 1 h MIL-STD-810

Low pressure, procedure III 2'438 m to 12192 m / 60 s MIL-STD-810

Damp heat, cyclic

(Reliability) +25C / +55C / 95% r.h. / 100 cycles IEC 61300-2-46

Extended humidity (Reliability) +85C / 85% rh / 2000 h Telcordia GR-326-CORE

Salt mist +35C / 50 g/l / 96 h IEC 61300-2-26

MECHANICAL CONDITIONS
Tensile strength of coupling
40 N / 2 min IEC 61300-2-6
mechanism
Cable retention 100 N / 2 min IEC 61300-2-4

1 N / 1 h on cable version
Static side load IEC 61300-2-42
0.2 N / 5 min on fibre version

Cable torsion 15 N / 180 / 25 cycles IEC 61300-2-5

Telcordia
Twist 1.35 Kg / 1'800 / 10 cycles
GR-326-CORE

Vibration, sinusoidal 10 Hz - 55 Hz / 1.5 mm / 30 min IEC 61300-2-1

Impact (free fall) 1.5 m / 5 drops IEC 61300-2-12

Bending moment 10 N / 2 min IEC 61300-2-7

Mating durability (Couplings) 500 cycles IEC 61300-2-2

Flexing of strain relief 2 N / +/-90 / 100 cycles IEC 61300-2-44

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F-3000 Simplex standard version

Bend protection boot for fiber

DIAMOND two component ferrule 1,25 mm

Active Core Alignment minimizes fiber core offset
(<0.2 m) and ensures optimal connector performance

Alberino F-3000TM
fiber version

Easy handling thanks

to additional
operating botton Cable-boot

Compact injection molded housing

Connector housing totally encloses Crimping sleeve
ferrule to optimally protect it from
dust, contaminants and scratches
Alberino F-3000TM
cable version

Positive latching mechanism

Offers superior retention under axial load
Allows higher packing densities

Integrated metal protective caps

Automatically protects personnel from eye-
damaging laser radiation
Closes automatically upon extraction to
protect ferrule from dust and scratches

Metal shutters with integrated spring function Alignment

Engages automatically to protect personnel sleeve (zirconia)
from eye-damaging laser radiation
Angled, anti-reflection surface ensures low
reflectance in unmated state, inducing light dif-
fusion
Modular designed compact mating adapter with
interchangeable mounting brackets
Permits dense packing
Offers several installation solutions

F-3000 s version
7.25
9.5

The F-3000 s without protection cap and button is a simplified version of the F-3000 standard connector.

F-3000 LIFT version

ca. 41

Lift the lever to release

the connector

The ideal solution for special applications with difficult access.

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THE F-3000 DUPLEX

The F-3000 DUPLEX combines the familiarity of the SFF design and the optical performances of the F-3000
simplex connector. It is based on components of the F-3000 simplex version and is joined by a simple clip-bridge
and a widened thumb-latch. The F-3000 DUPLEX is the ideal solution for applications such as Fiber-to-the X
(FTTX), including FTTC, FTTH, FTTD.

AVAILABLE AS
Standard terminated connector
Connector set (to be terminated with Diamond special equipment)

F-3000 Standard Duplex Adapter and connector

F-3000 Junior Duplex Adapter and F-3000 LIFT connector

COLOR KEYING
The F-3000TM Junior system permits the user to specify the color of the mating adapter frame so that different
line types, uses, destinations and points of origin, etc. can be readily identified.
The frame are available in twelve distinct colors:
1. Blue 5. Orange (upon request) 9. Grey
2. Beige (White) 6. Yellow 10. Brown (upon request)
3. Black 7. Green 11. Pink (upon request)
4. Red 8. Violet (upon request) 12. Turquoise (upon request)

NOTE As standard, Diamond uses colored connector bodies, cable boots and mating adapter housings to identify the fiber type
(SM or MM 50/62.5m) and ferrule polish (PC or APC).
Diamond`s standard connector/boot/adaptor colors are as follows: Beige/ Black/Beige for MM PC 50m, Beige/Beige/Beige for
MM PC 62.5m, Blue/Blue/Blue for SM PC, and Green/Green/Green for SM APC. Other colors are available upon request.
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THE F-3000 BACKPLANE

The F-3000 BACKPLANE combines the advantages of the F-3000 SYSTEM with an optimal guiding mechanism
for secure backplane connection. When mated, the PCB connector is retained in the mating adapter eliminating
all stress on the PC Board.
It uses the standard components of the F-3000 single fiber version which are joined by a simple clip-bridge
that includes radial, angular and longitudinal compensation. Clip bridges are available for 2 and 4 connectors.
The F-3000 BACKPLANE is available in multimode, single mode, 0 (PC) and 8 angle polished (APC) versions.
The F-3000 Backplane offers the same optical performances as the F-3000 simplex connector.
The adapters can be easily mounted into the distribution panel.

The F-3000 Backplane covers all needs in this field of applications and offers:

Active push pull retention

Sufficiently long pre-mating tracks for repeatable mating and high stability
Injection moulded housing (UL 94 V0 flammability rating)
Positive latching mechanism with step process to prevent the backplane and the PCB from stress
Backplane adapter with spring loaded shutters and connectors with protective metal caps
Longitudinal mating compensation
Unique DIAMOND 1.25 mm two component ferrule

AVAILABLE AS
Standard terminated connector
Connector set (to be terminated with Diamond special equipment)

F-3000 Backplane before mating F-3000 mated Backplane

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THE F-3000 r AND rs

Current installation techniques for Fiber Optics, either indoor or out-
door, tend to reduce installation times and expenses while keeping
high quality standards.
Diamonds ferrule assembly for F-3000 connectors is a compact pre-
connectorized system which can be used in substitution to a standard
Break-out cable within ducts of very small size or to be blown into
microducts, offering an easy and reliable solution to perform FTTx
installations.
After installation, the ferrule assembly can easily and rapidly be con-
nectorized, avoiding time-consuming and expensive field termination
tools and equipments.
This new Diamond ferrule assembly is available for Singlemode and Multimode fibers in PC 0 version.
Typical applications include FTTx, Telecommunications Networks, CATV, Local Area Networks (LAN) and Data
Processing Networks.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Pre-terminated cable system
No need for field splicing and skilled installers
Factory manufacturing including measurement reports
Functioning Warranty and therefore no need for field measurement
equipments
Ferrule assembly manufactured with Diamond Active Core Alignment
Superior optical performances
1,25mm Ferrule assembly 1.25mm Ferrule assembly
Termination of SFF F-3000r standard or F-3000rs connectors suitable (Alberino F-3000 r)
for the new generation of SFF and SFP components

AVAILABLE AS
Pre-connectorized ferrule assembly, to be terminated with Diamond special tools
Typical assemblies are pigtails, patchcords on cable drums from 50 to 400 m

SPECIFICATIONS
MULTIMODE 0 PC SINGLE MODE 0 PC UNITS TEST CONDITIONS

Insertion Loss (IL) typ. 0.25 max. 0.5 dB IEC 61300-3-4; = 1300nm
Return Loss (RL) min 40 min 50 dB IEC 61300-3-6; = 1300nm

Repeatability of IL max 0.15 dB IEC 61300-2-2; = 1300/1550nm

Service life min. 1000 mate/demate cycle - According to field experience

Operating temperature -25/+70* C

* May be further limited by cable specifications

NOTE As standard, Diamond uses colored connector bodies, cable boots and mating adapter housings to identify the fiber type
(SM or MM 50/62.5m) and ferrule polish (PC or APC). F-3000TM r connector/boot colors are as follows: Black/Black for MM PC 50m,
Black/Beige for MM PC 62.5m, Black/Blue for SM PC. Other colors are available upon request.
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THE F-3000 POWER SOLUTION (PS)

Diamond F-3000 PS connector is designed for high power applications up to 3 Watts optical power for SM
fibers. This has been developed to support the continuous rise of higher bitrates and longer transmission dis-
tances within DWDM technology.
Diamond PS connectors are based on contacted expanded beam technology; where a section of graded index fiber
is spliced as a collimating lens, which enlarges the beam diameter and reduces power density at the connector
interface. Using Diamond Active Core Alignment (ACA) technology, we can achieve unrivaled low IL performances.
This technology is applicable to most connectors interfaces, but due to safety issues Diamond suggests to use it
on F-3000 and E-2000 connectors with integrated metal protection caps and shutters.
F-3000 PS connectors are available as simplex terminated connectors and backplane 2-4 channels.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

16x reduced power density
Low Insertion loss and Ultra high polish for High return loss
Integrated metal protection caps and Shutters

STANDARDS
Passed Performance qualification according to IEC 61753-2-1, cat. U
Passed Reliability qualification according to IEC 62005-9-2, cat. U
Passed Long term Damp Heat according to Telcordia GR-032685C /85% r.h. 2000h

SPECIFICATIONS
IL (dB) AGAINST REFERENCE RL AGAINST REFERENCE
CONNECTOR WAVELENGTH
Connected Unmated
TYPE (nm)
Typ. Max.
PC 0 APC 4 APC 4

F-3000 PS 1625 - 1550 - 1310 0.2 0.4 45 75

50
1060 - 980 0.3 0.6 35* 60*

IEC 61300-3-6
TEST CONDITIONS IEC 61300-3-4 OLCR method / *OCWR method

* Measured with high precision reflectometer

SAFETY INFORMATION FOR POWER SOLUTION

Cleaning
Cleanliness still remains the key word using high power. The basic concept using PS connectors is therefore the
following:
before each mating procedure, the connectors must be absolutely clean and inspected with a microscope.
The ferrule`s surface inspection should be performed using an optical microscope with a magnification of at least
200x. The connector is normally affected by contamination during handling and mating procedures; the degree
of cleanliness of the overall installation is also a critical parameter to be taken into consideration.

Handling
The Power Solution connectors should be operated with high power only when connected. When unmated, the light
source must absolutely be switched off.

Safety
Optical connectors are passive components not subjected to Laser safety, but when integrated in an active system,
as the output side of a light source, they will be submitted to it.
The following aspects are to be taken into account when evaluating the laser safety requirements:
- The exit beam of these connectors have a lower NA as standard connectors in air (NA=0.035) or ca. 2 divergence.
This is used in the calculation of the amount of light that can enter the pupil at 1m.

The following safety precautions are to be considered as a starting point, each is responsible to edict proper safety protocols and
we intend here just as to help doing this. The following precautions should not be considered as sufficient and should be reevaluated
from case to case.
- usage in restricted area, access only for authorized and qualified personnel.
- use protective glasses, skin protective measures recommended.
- optical behavior under control: eliminate reflections (also diffuse), close unused optical channels, avoid light beams at eye level.
- switch on/off system with remote control or interlock and additional automatic switch off safety system.
- warning signal when sources are active.
- laser classification markings and danger indications.
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THE F-3000 FUSION

The F-3000 FUSION allows you to quickly and easily make field termi-
nations with the performance you expect from Diamond-quality F-3000
connectors. The key to this system is DIAMOND's advanced "crocodile
alberino" fusion field ferrule assembly. The ferrule assembly consists of a
factory-terminated fiber endface, fiber stub, and integrated splice protec-
tion. The fiber endface is core-centered via Diamonds well-known Active
Core Alignment process and factory-polished to the companys precise
specifications. The F-3000 FUSION is then field terminated via a low loss
fusion splice using the new Diamond Zeus D50 Fusion Field Termination
Kit. The F-3000 FUSION is available for SM and MM fiber (250m, 600m
and 900m) and cable (1.6-to 3.1mm) in both 0 PC or 8 APC versions.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Simple, fast and reliable field termination
reduces operator error and cost per termination
No need of glue
Outstanding optical performance
consistent and repeatable low IL / high RL
No polishing
eliminates the need for costly consumables
Fusion spliced pigtail performance and reliability without the cost and
space associated with splice enclosures, trays and protectors

AVAILABLE AS
Connector set, (to be terminated with Diamond special equipment)

COMPATIBLE SPLICERS WITH DIAMOND FUSION CROCODILE

Fitel (Types: S132C, S153, S178)
Sumitomo (Types: 71-C, T81C, Q101-CA

SPECIFICATIONS
MULTIMODE SINGLE MODE SINGLE MODE
UNITS TEST CONDITIONS ZEUS D50 Fusion Splicer
0 PC 0 PC 8 APC

Insertion Loss (IL) typ. 0.2 max 0.5 typ. 0.25 max. 0.5 typ 0.25 max. 0.5 dB IEC 61300-3-4; = 1300/1550nm
Return Loss (RL) min. 40 min. 50 min. 70* dB IEC 61300-3-6; = 1300/1550nm

Repeatability of IL max. 0.1 dB IEC 61300-2-2; = 1300/1550nm

Service life 1000 mate/demate cycles According to field experiences

Operating temperature -25/+70** C

Storage temperature -25/+70** C

* Measured with high precision reflectometer

** May be further limited by cable specifications

F-3000 FUSION INSTALLATION CONCEPT

1 3

2
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THE F-3000 ACCESSORIES AND ACTIVE MODULES

The F-3000 network accessories are available for many uses and can be deployed at several points in fiber-optic
networks, as well as in LABs or special applications.
These include the following product families:
Attenuators (OAF), transition adapters (Sacrificial Interfaces and UGT), optical termination modules (OTM),
hybrid-adapters, optical reflectors (OGR), multipurpose adapter system (MAS), Interfaces modules (IMOD), and
active modules (SFP transceivers).

OAF F-3000 ATTENUATORS

Attenuators are used to adapt the transmitted light power to the characteristics of the implanted receiver.
The OAF F-3000 in-line fixed attenuator provide a precise and repeatable amount of light loss (attenuation) via
a doped fiber. This results in wavelength independent and stable attenuation values for typical wavelength bands
used in telecommunication applications (1260-1360 and 1460-1580 nm). OAF F-3000 are available in single mode
PC and APC version, for attenuations from 2 dB to 30 dB, for optical power up to +20 dBm.
Other available OAF types are: E-2000, FC, SC, LSA (DIN) and ST.

SPECIFICATIONS
SINGLE MODE SINGLE MODE
UNITS
0 PC 8 APC

Fiber 9/125 m

Wavelengths 1260-1360 and 1460-1580 nm

Nominal attenuation 2 4 5 6 10 15 20 25 30 dB
Tolerance* 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 2.5 dB

Repeatability <0.5 over service life dB

Service life 1000 matings (According to field experience)

Return loss >45 >65 dB
Temperature range -25/+70 C

* Values measured using 1310 or 1550 nm LED source. Additional IL induced by modal noise 0,05 dB/dB.
The excess attenuation due to the 2 connections may be as high as 0.5 dB max.

F-3000 SI and UGT (Optical Transition Adapters)

Optical Sacrificial Interfaces are compact, in-line, male-to-female components, especially used in laboratory and
field test equipment to protect front panel connector end-faces from the damage and contamination of repeated
mating and de-mating.The use of sacrificial interfaces avoids costly instrument re-calibration that usually requires
the equipment to be returned to the manufacturer or specialized service centers and eliminates equipment down
time. Diamond Sacrificial Interfaces are available for MM and SM fibers, with different end-face geometries: PC/
PC, APC/APC, to a wide range of international connector standards. UGTs Optical Transition Adapters (male/
female) are also space saving in-line components, mainly deployed to connect different connector geometries,
(eg. from 0 PC connectors to 8 angle-polished APC connector or the reverse).
Other available types are: E-2000, FC, SC, ST and DiaLink.

SPECIFICATIONS
SM G. 652D MM UNITS TEST CONDITIONS

Insertion Loss (IL)* max 0.7 dB max 0.7 dB dB IEC 61300-3-4; = 1300/1550nm SM - 850/1300nm MM

Return Loss (RL) PC min 45 / APC min 70** min 35 dB dB IEC 61300-3-6; = 1300/1550nm SM - 850/1300nm MM

Repeatability of IL max 0.3 dB IEC 61300-2-2; = 1300/1550nm SM - 850/1300nm MM

Service life 500 mate/demate cycles

Operating temperature -40/+85 C

Storage temperature -40/+90 C

* Total Insertion Loss. Additional IL due to modal noise max 0.5 dB

** Measured with high resolution reflectometer HP Other fibers available upon request
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F-3000 OTM (Optical Termination Modules)

F-3000 OTM Optical Termination Modules are used as fiber termination on open, unused channels in telecom-
munication distribution panels, measuring devices and CATV installations, in order to have a stable and lower
back reflection in the system. Other available OTM types are: E-2000, FC, and SC.

SPECIFICATIONS
SINGLE MODE SINGLEMODE
SINGLE MODE
UNITS TEST CONDITIONS
0 PC 88APC
PC

Insertion Loss (IL) NA -

Return Loss (RL) min 45 min 70* dB IEC 61300-3-6; = 1300/1550nm

Service life 500 mate/demate cycles

Operating temperature -40/+85 C

Storage temperature -40/+90 C

* Measured with high precision reflectometer

F-3000 HYBRID ADAPTERS

F-3000 hybrid adapters ensure a connection between a F-3000 and SC/FC/ST/LSA (DIN) fiber optic connectors.
Their optical performance and compact size make is a logical and cost-effective alternative to hybrid patch
assemblies.

SPECIFICATIONS
MULTIMODE SINGLE MODE SINGLE MODE
UNITS TEST CONDITIONS
0 PC 0 PC 8 APC

Insertion Loss (IL)* typ. 0.15 typ. 0.2 typ. 0.2 dB IEC 61300-3-4; = 1300/1550nm

Repeatability of IL max 0.1 dB IEC 61300-2-2; = 1300/1550nm

Service life 1000 mate/demate cycles According to field experience

Operating temperature -40/+85 C

Storage temperature -40/+90 C

* IL measured using twoo reference cables

NOTE Optical and mechanical specifications are based on the use of the connector of corresponding
standard; the above table reflects typical values.

F-3000 OGR (Optical Reflectors)

F-3000 OGR are normally used as fiber termination with the highest possible back reflection.
They are mainly deployed in device manufacturing or LABs for calibration purposes, or for measuring back reflec-
tion within fiber-optic components. They are also used to provide reference reflection levels by measuring the
sensitivity of sources to back reflection from other devices.
Other available OGR types are: E-2000, FC, SC and ST.

SPECIFICATIONS
SINGLE MODE
UNITS TEST CONDITIONS
PC/APC

Return Loss Typ. 0.5 dB IEC 61300-3-6; = 1310/1550nm

(Including connector loss)

Polarization dependence of Typ. 0.2 max. 0.3 dB IEC 61300-3-2; = 1550nm

return loss

Wavelength Typ. 0.5 max. 0.8 IEC 61300-3-7; = from 1280 to 1580nm
dependence of return loss dB

Repeatability of RL max +/- 0.1 dB IEC 61300-3-6; = 1310/1550nm

Service life 500 mate/demate IEC 61300-2-2
Operating temperature -25 / +70 C IEC 61300-2-22
Storage temperature -40 / +85 C
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F-3000 MAS (Multipurpose Adapter System)

The F-3000 MAS is a modular interchangeable adapter system whose size, ease of cleaning and inspection,
and optical performance make it an ideal choice for high performance applications such as test and measure-
ment equipment.
This system is composed of a flange which provides an internal connection via a FC or Mini-AVIM style connec-
tor and a wide range of interchangeable adapters including the F-3000, E-2000, FC, SC, ST and LSA (DIN).

SPECIFICATIONS
MULTIMODE SINGLE MODE SINGLE MODE
UNITS TEST CONDITIONS
0 PC 0 PC 8 APC

Insertion Loss (IL)* max 0.25 dB IEC 61300-3-4; = 1300/1550nm

Repeatability of IL* max 0.15 dB IEC 61300-2-2; = 1300/1550nm

Service life (adapters) 500 mating cycles

Service life (connectors) 1000 mating cycles

Operating temperature -25/+70 C

* Measured using two reference connectors. Valid for ferrule type 2.5 mm diameter. For other types, please
contact your local DIAMOND representative

F-3000 IMOD (Interfaces Modules)

The F-3000 Interface Module (IMOD) has been developed as a half adapter
for free space application of optical connector. These modules are used
more commonly for PC 0 connection, but version for using APC 8 ferrules
can be offered as custom component. The two major reasons for using a
high quality IMOD are the need of repeatable positioning in both axial and
radial direction between each connector and each IMOD.
Other available IMOD types are: E-2000, FC, SC, ST, LSA (DIN), Mini-
AVIM.

SFP MODULES (Transceivers)

The DIAMOND SFP modules (transceivers) allow direct connection (plug
and play) to active components, such as switches, converters, routers etc.
which have SFP ports with a transmission speed of 100Mbit/s respectively
1 Gbits, according to standard IEEE802.3. The main advantage of these
transceivers is the flexibility with which they can be used, according to the
application field.

Features of the duplex SFPs:

Compatible with F-3000 and LC connectors styles
Transmission speed of 100Mbit/s respectively 1 Gbits
Singlemode or Multimode versions
Hot swappable

Features of the simplex Bidi SFPs:

Compatible with F-3000s and LC connector types
Bi-directional Fiber SFP modules
Transmission speed of 1 Gbit
3km on 9/125micron single-mode fiber
Tx=1310nm Rx=1490nm / Tx=1490nm Rx=1310nm
Hot swappable
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DIAMOND TECHNOLOGIES
POWER SOLUTION OPTICAL INTERFACES FOR F-3000 CONNECTORS
Diamond uses different methods for expanded beam alignment, depending on the final use of the assembly.
The main expanded beam types can be defined as the following: spliced GRIN lenses and spliced glass rod, or
endcap which provides a Diverging, Collimated or Focused exit beam. These optical interfaces are also suitable
for high power applications.

PS Collimated (Contact)
Diamond offers the Power Solution optical Interface which expands the
MFD of a SM fiber by splicing a GRIN lens at the extremity. The MFD at the
end of the connector is thus expanded by a factor of 4 to 5, increasing the
contact surface by a factor of about 15. As a result the heat issues decrease
but cleanliness of the connectors and mating adapters is still important.

PM-PS Collimated Polarization Maintaining (Contact)

Polarization plays an important role in the industrial photonics market and
when coupled with medium-high power application, creates a highly critical
interface. Sensors and communication systems have been designed using
Polarization Maintaining or Polarizing fibers. Special connectors are required
for such applications, because the connection must be made with a certain
orientation. Only connectors with an orientation key are capable of properly
terminating these fibers.

PSm Power Solution Multimode (Contact)

No standards for large MM connectors has been defined with high power
application in mind. The quality of the contact is critical and the standard
SM fiber optical interface is not sufficient. Diamond has established a new
Optical Interface, the PSm, to fill this void and help end-users to source reli-
able connectors for these applications.
The optical interfaces use 100% concentricity measurement control and
optical geometry measurements. A special visual inspection completes the
Optical Interface definition.

PSf Free Space (Diverging, non contact)

A glass rod is spliced at the end of a SM fiber. This allows the beam to be
expanded before it exits the glass, diminishing the power density at the
glass-air interface. This technique is used for high-power applications, at the
injection or at the output to minimize the chance of burns at the interface.
Diamond provides the SM Power Solution Freespace Optical Interface using
this technology.

PSi Free Standing

The fiber-end free from epoxy glue allows proper thermal dissipation in the
region of maximum power density.
A proprietary design of mode-stripper can be integrated to obtain laser power
confinement in the fiber core. The amount of power stripped out from the
cladding is a function of the laser Beam Product Parameter (BPP) and of the
receiving fiber core diameter and numerical aperture (NA).

PSc Collimator Systems

Collimators are for use in a wide variety of optical systems.
These modules are designed to collimate or focus light exiting an optical
fiber to a desired beam diameter or spot size a specific distance away. Col-
limators are used with laser diodes, photodiodes, acoustic-optic modulators
and other fiber optic devices where a specific output is needed.
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VIS/NIR LOW WAVELENGTHS

Diamond offers the VIS/NIR optical interface for low wavelengths and
small core fibers on F-3000 connectors based on the Active Core
Alignment (ACA) technology aiming to achieve unrivaled low IL per- 9m

formances. Core
=980nm
MFD=6m
IL<0.4dB

Cladding

Advantages =632nm
MFD=4m

Extremely low lateral offset for low insertion loss IL<0.6dB

Ultra high polish for hight return loss =532nm

MFD=3m
IL<0.8dB

=405nm
MFD=2.5m
IL<1dB

OPTICAL LINE IDENTIFICATION (OLiD)

DIAMOND has developed a new network monitoring system which is based
on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) technology. In a P2P network installation, this
technology is used to identify each fiber line and manage the Optical Line
Identification OLID information through a data base owned by the network
operator.

Available products
F-3000 OLID assemblies, UGT, Outlets

POLARIZATION MAINTAINING (PM)

DIAMOND supplies high-quality solutions to polarization maintaining (PM) and polarizing (PZ) fiber optical inter-
faces for optimal control of the signals polarization state. Low insertion losses (IL) combined with high polariza-
tion extinction ratios (PER) and higher return losses (RL) are achieved over very broad spectral ranges thanks to
a combination of accurate optical and mechanical design.
Panda Bow-Tie

True optical axis

Connector Key

Geometrical axis

Oval Inner Clad Oval Core

Fast
axis

Panda PCF Panda Double-Clad

Slow
axis

STANDARD PERFORMANCES
Angular IL (dB) PER (dB) RL (dB)
WAVELENGTH (nm)
Error Typ 97% (TBC) Typ Min (TBC) PC 0 APC 8

1625 - 1550 - 1310 0.15 0.30 30 27 50* 70*

1060 - 980 0.20 0.40 30 26 50 60*
830 - 780 < 2 0.25 0.50 28 25 40 60**
680 - 635 0.30 0.60 28 25 40 60**
532 - 460 0.40 0.80 27 24 35 60**
405 0.75 1.20 23 21 35 60**

IEC 61300-3-6
TEST CONDITIONS IEC 61300-3-34 IEC 61300-3-40 *OLCR method
Random mating Low coherence <OCWR method
**Limited by test conditions

Lifetime 500 mate/demate cycles

NOTE - Optical values based upon high-quality Panda and Bow-Tie fibers qualified by Diamond (fibers NA 0.12 0.02).
- Performances based upon E-2000 optical interfaces; other mechanical interfaces may lead to slightly different results. Please contact Diamond for
details.
- Diamond performs PER measurements according to the crossed-polarizer method (similar to IEC 61300-3-40) that relies upon high-extinction Glan-
Thomson polarizers and incoherent light sources (bandwidth > 10 nm).
- For any other requirement, please contact Diamond.
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DRAWINGS AND DIMENSIONS

F-3000 SIMPLEX CONNECTOR

F-3000TM Simplex connectors 900 m - 3 mm boot style

Ferrule material: Zirconia/metal insert

External parts: Plastic

ca. 34,56 4,5 ca. 55

ca 50,5

10,4 0,1
10,4
1,25

ca. 11,6
2,25
1,25

25
R

F-3000TM s Simplex connectors 900 m - 3 mm boot style

7.25
9.5

OPTION: LONG THUMB-LATCH

The ideal solution for special applications with difficult access

41.4

ca. 41

Lift the lever to release

the connector

NOTES: - Please contact your local Diamond representative for additional information
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F-3000 SIMPLEX ADAPTERS

F-3000TM Simplex mating adapter with screw fixing clip

CUTOUT DIMENSIONS

.2
29.2 +0 0
,2
2
2)
14,05 7 (M

11,7 +0,1
0

0,1
16
11,5

11.3
4,6

7.1+0,1
0

F-3000TM Simplex mating adapter with quick fixing clip

29.2

14,6 7

+0,1
0
11,7
11,5
4,6

+0,1
7.1 0

Max wall thickness 1.6 mm

F-3000 DUPLEX CONNECTOR

F-3000TM Duplex connectors 900 m - 3 mm boot style

ca 50,5 ca. 34,5 10,75

10,4 0,1
10,4
1,25

ca. 11,6
2,25
1,25

6,25
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F-3000 DUPLEX ADAPTERS

F-3000TM Duplex mating adapter with screw fixing clip

29.2 CUTOUT
14.05 13.25 13.25 +0.2
0

0.1
13.2 +0.2
0
21.5

17.5
13

Front side (M2) 2.2 +0.2

0

F-3000TM Duplex mating adapter with quick fixing clips

29.2 CUTOUT
14.6 13.25 13.5 +0.2
0

13.2 +0.2
0
15.8
13

Front side Max wall thickness 1.6mm

F-3000TM Duplex mating adapter with 45 screw fixing clip

29.2 CUTOUT
13.25 11.5 21 +0.2
0 11.5
Shown as left orientation
0.1
13.2 +0.2
0
21.5

17.5
13

max. 1.7
Front side
45
Front side (M2) 2.2 +0.2
0

F-3000 Junior mating adapter with quick fixing clip (Typ B: for excellent stability within SC cutout)

12.8
CUTOUT
27
15.2 13.3 0.2

A)
9.35
+0.5
0
9.5

Max wall thickness 1.6mm

Front side

F-3000 Junior mating adapter with screw fixing clip

CUTOUT
22
18 0.1
12.8
27
13.3 0.2

(M2) 2.2 0.2

+0.5

9.35
0
9.5

14.8

Front side
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F-3000 BACKPLANE CONNECTOR AND ADAPTERS

ca. 25,4

1,25
F-3000TM Backplane connectors on 900 m fiber, without boot

2,2
(8,1)
Ferrule material: Zirconia/copper-nickel alloy insert
External parts: Plastic 4,5

NOTE Standard connector colors are: MM 50m; and MM 62.5m (beige);

SM PC (blue); SM APC (green).

F-3000TM PCB adapters, 2 and 6 channels

Material: PBT (black) 24,75

3x6,25=(18,75)

18,45
18,45

6,9
6,9

6,25

12,35

F-3000TM Backplane adapters, 2 and 4 channels

Material: Plastic
Mating sleeve: Zirconia

NOTE Standard colors are: MM PC (beige); SM PC (blue); SM APC (green).

8 52,3
8 52,3
8 52,3
13
13

13

24,95
13,25

6.25 3x6,25=(18,75)

12,5
21.3

17.5

17,4

21,4
13
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CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
4 channel unit 2 channel unit
+0,1
25,1 0

12,5

8,5

6,45

13,3 +0,1
0
17,4

6,8
2,2

MODULAR MOUNTIG
4 channel unit 2 channel unit 4 channel - 2 channel
unit combined

25,4 14 min. 20 min.

17,5

17,4
17,4

17,5

APPLICATION NOTES
Fiber optic connectors for backplane also require the pre-mating of all involved components, to prevent lateral
forces, while mated. For repeatable and secure pre-mating and mating procedures, the F-3000 BACKPLANE has
a high adaptation degree of the connectors on the PC Board to the backplane mating adapter.
The system is designed to recover lateral misalignment up to 0.5 mm.
0,25

.8
3
15
0,5

Max.18

39.5 +10

.8
3
0,5

Max. 18 7

+1
36 0
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PROPOSED SPACE REQUIREMENT AND CONTROL ZONE

The F-3000TM BACKPLANE mechanism guarantees secure retention and eliminates stress at the PC Board when
mated. After completion of the mating procedure the system allows a longitudinal way compensation.

Pre-mating

80,6

Contact and retention

51.2

Longitudinal compensation

48.8

OAF F-3000
Ferrule type: Standard 1.25 mm Zirconia/Cu-Ni alloy

(12.27)
11.5
Alignment sleeve: Zirconia
External parts: Standard blue plastic housing for PC, and
green for APC version. 29,95 6.25

32.55

0/8
SACRIFICAL INTERFACE / UGT F-3000
External parts: Black plastic
6,25

for SM with marking for PC and APC side;

Beige plastic for MM
0/8
31,7

OTM F-3000
Standard blue plastic housing and latch for PC and green
for APC (1.25 mm Ferrule).
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F-3000 HYBRID ADAPTERS

12.2 1.5

HYB. F-3000/LSA (DIN)

+0.2

)/2.2
0

(M2
4.5 D11

16 0.1

+0.2
M 5.5x0.5

11.5

20
11.6

6.85
5.5 D11
Max

2.2
wall thickness +0.2
3 mm 7 0
Max
ca 27 wall thickness 9
2 mm

ca. 22

HYB. F-3000/FC b
5.95 3

.2
+0
0
2
2.
+0.2

/
0
)/2.2

2)
(M2
(M

M8 x0.5

16 0.1

+0.2
0

20
11.6

6.85
6.85
0 .2
9+0

2.2
Max 7
+0.2
0

wall thickness Max

9
2 mm wall thickness
2 mm

28.4

HYB. F-3000/SC
12.3 3 9
.2
+0
0
2
2.
/

+0.2
2)

)/2 .2 0
(M

(M2
16 0.1

+0.2
0
9.5+0.5

20
0

11.6
9.3
6.85

6.85
Max
2.2

13.1+0.4
wall thickness 0
Max 7
+0.2
0 12.8
2 mm wall thickness
2 mm
ca. 39,12

ca. 35.7

HYB. F-3000/E-2000
17.6

9.2+0.2
0 +0.2

)/2.2
0

(M2
+0.2
0
0.1
13.30.2

12.9
0.1

11.6

22
18
18

6.5

Max
.2
+0
0
2

wall thickness
2.

Max 7 +0.2
/

0
2 mm wall thickness
2)
(M

2 mm 9

ca. 33,4

ca. 31,8
OGR F-3000 (LC)
10,4 +-0,1
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F-3000 MAS (MULTIPURPOSE ADAPTER SYSTEM)

5.3 14
MAS Universal flange (FC interface) 4 10.6 M2

1
10.5

M 8 x 0.75

11.6
1

11.6
15
CUTOUT
DIMENSIONS 10.6 1

6.45 14

4 10.6 M2

MAS Universal flange (Mini-AVIM interface)

1
10.5

11.6
1

M 5 x 0.5

11.6
15
CUTOUT
DIMENSIONS 10.6 1

(21) 14

(16.75) 7

MAS F-3000

(16.65)
(11.5)

14.5
1.25

2.5
16.1 9
3
2,3

F-3000 IMOD (INTERFACE MODULE) A

16
20

6.85

ORDER INFORMATION
Please contact your nearest local Diamond representative or visit www.diamond-fo.com website.