AFSI TFOCA-II® TAC-4 4-Channel Plug Hermaphroditic Connector - 0.347" to 0.379" Cable

Amphenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI) designed its patented TFOCA-II® connectors to withstand extreme battlefield environments. At the core of the TFOCA-II® family is the sealed, free-floating termini, which allow axial and orbital movement during mating to minimize insertion loss and back reflection while maintaining a robust seal against moisture and humidity.

Chosen by the U.S. Army WIN-T program as the standard “next-generation” fiber optic connector for tactical networks, the TFOCA-II® has also become the baseline for DSCC’s MIL-DTL-83526/16 and /17 connector specifications.

Features:

• Hermaphroditic Design – Allows plug-to-plug connectivity and easy daisy-chaining in the field.
• Removable End Cap – Enables simple field cleaning and maintenance.
• 4-Channel Configuration – Doubles the channel count of traditional TFOCA connectors with improved optical performance.
• Enhanced Cable Retention – Supports up to 400 lbs. of pull strength while minimizing fiber stress.
• Zn-Ni Plating – Extends durability in corrosive environments.
• Commercial Ceramic Ferrule Technology – Supports multimode and single mode with SPC and UPC polish options.
• Solid Core Alignment Sleeves – Provide greater durability than split sleeves.
• Hermaphroditic Dust Cap – Interlocks plug and receptacle caps to prevent contamination during deployment.
• Optional Keying – Offers four key positions (1, 2, 3, universal) for controlled mating configurations.

Applications:

• Tactical military deployments (Army, Navy, Marine Corps)
• Oil, gas, and geoscience exploration
• Mining operations
• Industrial environments
• Broadcast and media networks

Specifications:

• Cable Diameter: 0.347" to 0.379"
• Insertion loss (multimode): Typical: 0.30 db; Maximum: 0.75dB
• Insertion loss (single mode): Typical: 0.40 db; Maximum: 0.75dB
• Back Reflection (Single Mode, UPC Polish): Typ. -50 dB, Max. -40 dB
• Operating Temperature: -46°C to +71°C (-50.8°F to 159.8°F)
• Storage Temperature: -55°C to +85°C (-67°F to 185°F)"