Active optical cable provides power and signal transmission through hybrid system

Hirose has designed an intrafacility fibre cable (IFC) assembly system that maintains bidirectional optical transmission of 6.25Gbps and unidirection up to 12.5Gbps (6.25Gbps x 2ch). The high-speed BF4-IFC Series cable assembly combines the BF4M Series active optical connector into a rugged circular shell with an excellent push-pull design for quick and easy mating/unmating operation. The cable assembly system features built-in E/O on the Tx (transmit) end and an O/E on the Rx (receiver) end. Simplifying designs and ease of use, the system also delivers power up to 3.3V. Combining high strength with excellent flexing properties, the cable is an excellent solution for any application that needs long reach, high speed and limited wiring space including data centres, medical equipment, broadcasting equipment, FA cameras, security cameras, and more. "The BF4-IFC connector and cable assembly simplifies design and installation by providing both high-speed optical data transmission and power delivery through a single hybrid optical fibre and electrical cable system. The advanced design ensures high speed, low power, and low noise operation," said Bill Kysiak, product marketing manager for Hirose Electric USA.