Zirconia Ceramic Ferrule
Precision 3Y-TZP zirconia ceramic ferrules for SC, LC, and FC fiber optic connectors. Sub-micron bore concentricity and mirror-polished end faces ensure ultra-low insertion loss and high return loss in telecom and datacom networks.
Technical Specifications
| length | 10.5 mm (standard) |
| material | 3Y-TZP zirconia ceramic |
| return loss | ≥ 50 dB (APC) |
| bore diameter | 125 μm (single-mode standard) |
| concentricity | < 0.5 μm |
| insertion loss | ≤ 0.20 dB (typical) |
| outer diameter | 1.25 mm (LC) / 2.50 mm (SC/FC) |
| end face finish | Ra < 0.5 nm (PC polished) |
Applications
- SC/LC/FC single-mode fiber optic connectors
- Telecom backbone and FTTH networks
- Data center interconnects
- Medical and industrial fiber optic devices
- Military and aerospace optical systems
Key Features
- Sub-micron concentricity (< 0.5 μm) for precision fiber alignment
- Mirror-polished end faces with Ra < 0.5 nm
- Consistent bore geometry for reliable mating performance
- High mechanical strength resists chipping and cracking
- Compatible with PC, UPC, and APC polishing standards
