FTTA Cabling Series
AARC Outdoor Waterproof Connector
The AARC outdoor cable assembly is a multi-purpose connector for connection between the distribution box and the RRH in Remote Radio Head cell tower applications and other harsh environments.
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Description
The AARC outdoor cable assembly is a multi-purpose connector for connection between the distribution box and the RRH in Remote Radio Head cell tower applications and other harsh environments. Its metal housing provides improved EMI protection along with bird-proof and rodent-resistant construction, and it is available with single-mode or multimode fiber.
Technical Specifications
Optical & Performance Parameters
| Item | SM-UPC (Typical / MAX) | MM-UPC (Typical / MAX) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion loss | ≤0.5 / ≤0.7 dB | ≤0.5 / ≤0.7 dB |
| Return loss | Min. 50 dB | Min. 30 dB |
| Item | Single mode | Multi mode |
|---|---|---|
| Operating wavelength | 1310 nm ~ 1550 nm | 850 nm ~ 1300 nm |
| Test wavelength | 1310 nm & 1550 nm | 850 nm & 1300 nm |
| Item | Parameter |
|---|---|
| Durability | 200 cycles |
| Operating temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Storage temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| Installation temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Waterproofing grade | IP67 |
| Cable diameter range | 4.8 mm ~ 7.0 mm |
| Standards | Comply to GR-1320, IEC 61753-1, IEC 61754-4 |
Assembly
| Item | SM-UPC | SM-APC | MM-UPC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion loss | Max. 0.3 dB + 0.35 dB/km × L | Max. 0.3 dB + 0.35 dB/km × L | Max. 0.3 dB + 3.0 dB/km × L |
| Return loss | Min. 50 dB | Min. 60 dB | Min. 30 dB |
Features
- IP67 waterproof, dust proof, bird proof and rodent resistant
- Metal housing provides improved EMI protection
- Available with singlemode or multimode fiber
- Flange, jam-nut, or in-line type receptacle assemblies
- RoHS compliant
Applications
- Multi-purpose outdoor
- Connection between distribution box and RRH
- Deployment in Remote Radio Head cell tower applications
- Harsh environment
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