The highest-reliability, highest-density fiber optic connection system. Glenair ruggedized MT ferrule solutions for I/O and backplane applications — aerospace-grade circular, rectangular, and VITA 66 packaging.
PRIZM® MT and MT Elite® are ultra-high-density multi-line fiber optic ferrule designs that far surpass standard butt-joint ST type systems for both optical performance and package size in high-speed data transmission applications.
About MT Ferrule Fiber Optics
PRIZM® MT is a monolithic optical fiber ferrule that integrates microlenses and mechanical alignment features into a single component. The design provides low insertion loss and return loss for up to 32 fibers and is optimally resistant to debris contamination. Glenair supplies the PRIZM MT ferrule in factory-terminated cable assemblies for both inside-the-box as well as environmental point-to-point applications. Ruggedized aerospace-grade I/O and backplane connectors are also available for use with standard MT Elite® physical contact (PC) ferrules. MT Elite compatible connectors and ferrule kits are ordered separately for complete convenience in the implementation of both singlemode and multimode fiber optic datalinks.
- Glenair is qualified by US Conec to terminate 1 and 2 row PRIZM® MT ferrules for ribbon and round cable fiber
- Turnkey, factory-terminated PRIZM® MT expanded beam assemblies — fully ruggedized for harsh air and space applications
- Reliable, repeatable optical performance
- Outstanding stability under shock and vibration conditions
- PRIZM® MT provides outstanding tolerance to debris contamination
Reference
- Overview: Rugged High-Density PRIZM® MT Expanded Beam and MT Elite PC Fiber Optic Systems
- Product Selection Guide
MT Elite® vs. PRIZM® MT
Physical contact or butt-joint MT ferrules are branded by US Conec as their MT Elite® product. PRIZM® MT is the company's expanded beam solution. Both designs provide precise alignment of optical fibers for low insertion and return loss performance. MT Elite supports a higher total fiber line density, while PRIZM MT is designed for optimal performance in harsh application environments.
Series 79 MT Fiber Optic Connectors
Single-ferrule high-density MT datalinks in Glenair Signature Series 79 rectangular packaging optimize SWaP in mission-critical mil-aero applications
About Series 79 MT Fiber Optic Connectors
Designed in accordance with rugged mil-aero industry specifications, the Glenair Series 79 MT fiber optic connector is the world's smallest ruggedized MT connector solution. High-density MT ferrules are packaged in precision-machined rectangular aluminum shells with electroless nickel finish, or passivated stainless steel shells for higher temperature applications. Receptacles may be equipped with optional EMI gaskets, and mate bottom-to-bottom with plug assemblies for robust resistance to vibration and shock. Designed for harsh-environment, inside-the-box use in parallel optics, fiber optic backplanes, missile systems, spacecraft and satellites, heads-up displays, and other ribbonized or flex-circuit fiber optic datalinks, the Series 79 MT delivers superior low insertion-loss performance (up to 500 mating cycles). Connectors are supplied with banding platform or ultra low-profile retaining plate options.
- Small form-factor, high-density fiber optic solution for rugged mil-aero applications
- Temperature tolerance from -40°C to +85°C
- Optimized for use with parallel optic transceivers in ribbon or round cable applications
- Designed for optimal low insertion loss performance in high vibration and shock environments
VITA 66 Style MT Ferrule Rugged Optical Backplane Connectors
The VITA 66 interconnect series introduces fiber optic connectivity to VPX ruggedized embedded computing systems. Glenair's VITA 66.1 and 66.4 compliant blind-mate, optical MT module/backplane connectors use the open architecture defined in VITA 46. These products are both compatible with VPX systems and available as standalone connector solutions for reliable, high-speed transmission in extreme commercial and military environments.
Turnkey VITA 66.1 Connectors, Cable Assemblies, and Ferrules
Glenair can design, terminate, and test complex multibranch and point-to-point assemblies incorporating VITA 66.1 style backplane connectors with standard commercial fiber optic interconnects for termination to board-level transceivers. Low-profile cable overmolds provide fiber media organization and ribbon-to-wire strain relief. Discrete backplane connectors and MT ferrule assemblies are also available.
- Compliant to VITA 66.1 and 66.4 interface requirement
- Integrated alignment pins
- Supports industry standard MT ferrules — up to 24 channels per MT
- No unique tooling required for assembly
Applications
- VPX compliant backplanes
- Embedded computing devices
- Mlitary aircraft (Phased Array) Radars
- Flight computers and other aircraft LRUs
- Command center comms equipment
