The AFL FUSEConnect FUSE-SC9SMU-6 is a fusion-spliced, field-installable SC/UPC single-mode connector sold as a pack of six. It lets technicians terminate 900 um fiber on site with a fusion splicer, using a factory pre-polished ferrule so no field polishing, adhesives or crimping is required.

• Brand: AFL
• Part number: FUSE-SC9SMU-6
• Connector: SC, single-mode, UPC polish (blue)
• Cable type: 900 um
• Pack quantity: 6 connectors per AFL number
• Insertion loss (single-mode): 0.15 dB average, 0.3 dB maximum
• Return loss (UPC): -55 dB or better
• Operating temperature: -40C to +75C
• Termination: fusion splice, factory pre-polished ferrule; no adhesives, crimping or polishing

AFL lists applications including RF-overlay FTTP networks, cable TV backbone, outside plant, FTTD, MDU FTTP cabling, central office connector replacement and data center installation. FUSEConnect is compatible with Fujikura fusion splicers and most other fiber holder-based fusion splicing platforms, so these fiber optic connectors suit crews that already carry a fusion splicer. Contact Millennium for current pricing, availability and lead time.