ESCON Series duplex fiber optic interconnect products are fully compatible with ESCON I/O interfaces as defined in IBM document SA22-7202-00. The Enterprise Systems Connection Architecture ESCON is a channel interconnection environment developed by IBM to take advantage of fiber media and dynamic connectivity. ESCON connector is available in singlemode and multimode versions.
ESCON Patchcord
- IBM ESCON compatible
- Retractable shroud ferrule protection permits easy cleaning
- 17.78 mm (0.7 inch) ferrule centerline spacing
- Superior ferrule suspension and float
- Enhanced strain relief
- Multimode and singlemode
- Bend limiting boot accommodates duplex round or zipcord cable
- ESCON compatible to ST, SC, FC, Biconic and FDDI hybrid assemblies
| Insertion loss (IL) | typ. 0.20 dB |
| Return loss (RL) | >40 dB for jumpers up to 3 m |
| Strain relief | 200 N |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
| Durability | min 500 cycles |
| Assembly procedure | glue and polish |
| Connection | physical contact |
| Lock mechanism | snap-on |
| Standards | IBM SA22-7202-00 |
| Ferrule material | zirconia or thermopolymer |
- IBM ESCON data network
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