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Ruggedized AOC

AOC Introduction

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Space-Rated AOC

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AOC Technology Explained

Same principle as a copper cable only the electrical signal is converted to an optical signal before traveling along the length of the fiber cable. Ultimately the signal is converted back to an electrical signal on the other end ― all within the backshell of the cable interconnects.

− Best of both worlds - hassle free fiber with the ease of copper − Built to withstand the harshest environs of Earth or Space − Reduced EMI − Excellent data rates − Easily routable − Factory terminated

Why AOC?

Active Optical Cables

FOCuS AOCs are Class 1 laser products that comply with FDA performance standards for laser products except for conformance with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3, as described in Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019.

Click the items above linked to digital copies of various AOC marketing pieces. From general overviews to a deeper dive in the AOC catalog, one is perfect for gaining insight into FOCuS AOC.

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Active Optical Connectors & Cables Catalog

SAOC White Paper

RAOC Flyer

SAOC Flyer

Order a kit today and run the product through its paces. You'll discover AirBorn quality and design ingenuity in your own time.

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Using the common FOCuS pinout, copper and fiber can be easily interchanged.

Design Flexibility

Radiation-hardened Space-rated as well as Ruggedized options available.

Multiple Environments

Factory termination reduces the potential for fiber contamination.

Easier Maintenance Than Fiber

AOCs eliminate the number one cause of link failure – FOD (dirt on optics).

Sealed & Protected Optical Path

Installed the same way as a copper cable.

Hassle-Free Fiber

Fiber cable and shell design are critical for EMI Reduction.

EMI Protection

Much smaller cable bundles and no need for transceiver.

Reduced Space

Significant weight savings over copper.

Weight Savings

Delivers reliable high speeds up to 100M.

Longer Distances

Supports speeds up to 12.5 Gbps / Channel.

High Speed

A: Any Application Requiring One Of These:

Q: What Applications Are AOCs Best Suited For?

Built On Our Proven verSI Platform

− Operates at 4 lanes, 12.5 Gbps/channel ― full duplex − 50 Gb aggregate data rate each direction − Our optical roadmap includes additional product lines

― SAOC

− SAOC was the FIRST space-rated AOC launched into space − Tested for complete reliability in mission-critical applications − Radiation-hardened, non-outgassing components − Size & weight optimized because launch weight = cost − Distances up to 30 meters

Applications

Ruggedized AOC

Space-Rated AOC

AOC Introduction

Airborn Advantage

− Electrical copper contacts utilize 4 points of contact − Designed for intense environments − Optimal material tensile strength − Metal backshells ensure extreme durability − Distances up to 100 meters

− Operates at 4 lanes, 12.5 Gbps/channel ― full duplex − 50 Gb aggregate data rate each direction − Our optical roadmap includes additional product lines

Built On Our Proven verSI Platform

Applications

Ruggedized AOC

Space-Rated AOC

AOC Introduction

Airborn Advantage

― RAOC

Applications

RC Series

Airframes

Helicopters

Missiles

Satellites

High-Speed Rail

Launch Vehicles

AOC Mating Options

VPD

VTF

VTRAF

Applications

Ruggedized AOC

Space-Rated AOC

AOC Introduction

Airborn Advantage

− VPD model (panel mount) − VTF model (vertical) − VTRAF model (right angle) − EMI protected − Rugged housings with excellent thermal conduction − Robust jacking hardware − Keying lobes for proper polarization