Double-Hole Ceramic Ferrule
Ceramic ferrule with dual fiber holes, designed for duplex or special optical modules requiring dual-channel alignment in a single component.
- Standard 2.5 mm outer diameter
- Excellent concentricity and polish quality
- Compatible with SC connectors and adapters
- High-purity zirconia for durability
- Available with or without chamfer
Double-Hole Ceramic Ferrule
A double-hole ceramic ferrule is a specialized component mainly used in fiber optic connectors to ensure optimal performance in high-speed communication systems. Made from durable ceramic materials, these ferrules act as the precise interface between fiber optic cables and their connectors. Featuring two holes, they securely hold and align optical fibers, allowing light signals to pass through with minimal loss and distortion.
Structure and Function
The design of a double-hole ceramic ferrule is typically cylindrical, featuring two precisely aligned holes drilled through its center. These holes are sized to accommodate standard fiber optic strands, usually around 125 microns in diameter, with their interiors polished to a very smooth finish. The ceramic material offers multiple advantages: it is highly resistant to wear, capable of withstanding high temperatures, and provides excellent dimensional stability. This ensures the ferrule maintains tight tolerances and accurately aligns the fibers consistently over extended use.
Technical Specifications
Please refer to our Processing Capability Table for the full range of processing capability.
Advantages of Double-Hole Ceramic Ferrule
- Provide Precise Dual-Fiber Alignment: Because the ferrule is designed with two holes, it ensures exact positioning and spacing of fibers for optimal signal transmission.
- Offer Exceptional Hardness and Durability: As a result, these ferrules resist wear and deformation even after repeated mating cycles.
- Maintain Low Insertion and Return Loss: Therefore, they preserve signal quality by minimizing attenuation and reflection.
- Exhibit Excellent Thermal and Chemical Stability: Consequently, they perform reliably in environments with temperature fluctuations and chemical exposure.
- Ensure Electrical Insulation and Non-Magnetic Properties: This makes them suitable for sensitive electronic systems without causing interference.
- Support Consistent Geometrical Tolerances: Thanks to precision manufacturing, double-hole ferrules maintain tight dimensional control for reliable connectivity.
Applications of Double-Hole Ceramic Ferrule
- Duplex Fiber Optic Connectors: Used widely in LC, SC, and other duplex connector assemblies requiring dual fiber alignment.
- Telecommunications Infrastructure: They provide stable and precise connections in high-speed fiber optic networks.
- Data Center and Networking Systems: Essential for high-density patch panels where reliable duplex fiber management is critical.
- FTTx Deployments: Support fiber-to-the-home and business installations with bidirectional data transmission needs.
- Medical Imaging and Fiber Sensors: Applied in fiber optic probes and diagnostic tools requiring accurate dual-fiber operation.
- Optical Testing Equipment: Used in adapters and fixtures that handle simultaneous dual-fiber testing scenarios.
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