CONNECTORS
MC5 RANGE
The MC5 high density range is the very latest in high performance multi-
channel fibre optic connectors, capable of sustained performance over a wide
range of environmental conditions.
The MC5 utilises the most recent developments in high performance
telecommunications ceramic ferrules and lightweight composite MIL-C-38999
shell materials, combined with purpose designed optical inserts to ensure
optimum performance in demanding, high reliability environments.
Precision optical contacts can be individually inserted and removed using a
standard size 16 contact insertion/extraction tool for maximum flexibility
and ease of assembly.
The removable front insert allows access to the contacts in the socket section
of the connector (available in either receptacle or plug) for inspection of the
optical faces, cleaning and maintenance.
The MC5 is suitable for most single or multimode optical fibres with core
diameters from 5 to 200µm.
Extensive testing has confirmed excellent performance under the most
demanding environmental conditions with the MC5 chosen as the standard
multiway fibre optic connector for the European Fighter Aircraft, Typhoon.
HIGH DENSITY FIBRE OPTIC MULTIWAY CONNECTORS
ADVANTAGES
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Extensive range including 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 30 way connectors.
Standard 1.25mm Zirconia ferrules and alignment sleeves ensure superior
and repeatable optical performance with high packing density.
Lightweight, corrosion resistant metal plated composite shells provide high
strength and durability combined with EMC shielding.
Easily removable alignment insert allows simple access to optical contacts for
cleaning and maintenance without removal from the connector.
MIL-C-38999 III anti-vibration coupling, tri-start thread and hole mounting
configuration.
Individually rear insertable/removable contacts enable easy assembly with
standard tools.
Identical sprung optical contacts for both the plug and receptacle maintain
physical contact even under severe shock and vibration. (A rigid contact is
available as an option).
Simple termination process and tooling.
Colour band indicates full mating.
Available in both plug socket/receptacle pin and plug pin/receptacle socket
configurations.
APPLICATIONS
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DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
All dimensions in millimetres (unless otherwise stated).
To complete part number for ordering see back page “How to order”.
Airframe fit
Ships, Submarines, Land Vehicles, Rail
Transportation
Deployable Ground Systems
Industrial Control Systems
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18.59 MAX
G
MC500E-½-½½-½½½½
RECEPTACLE
THREAD ‘E’
THREAD ‘D’
OPTICAL PERFORMANCE
Insertion loss:
0.25dB typical
(fibre and polishing process dependent)
Return loss:
0.40dB typical
(fibre and polishing process dependent)
Repeatability:
Typically better than 0.1dB
(with 50/125µm fibre)
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATION
(Further detail available on request. Figures stated
are those of specific tests, and may not represent
the limits of performance).
Temperature shock/cycling:
-65° to +150°C
28 cycles (1 hr soak)
High temperature endurance:
+150°C, 760 hrs
Low temperature endurance:
-65°C, 500 hrs
Vibration:
Sinusoidal; 5-3000Hz, 40g, 10 hrs
Random; 25-2000Hz, 5g2/Hz
(50grms), 16 hrs
Bump:
4000 bumps, 40g
Mechanical endurance:
>1500 mating cycles
Repeatability better than 0.2dB
MATERIALS
Ferrules/Alignment sleeves:
Zirconia
Seals:
Fluorosilicone
Shell materials:
Composite (Qualified to MIL-C-38999)
DUMMY RECEPTACLE & PROTECTIVE COVERS
Material:
Composite/Aluminium
Finish:
Nickel plate
B
1
B
2
A
C
1
C
2
31.3
41.47 MAX
MC506E-½-½½-½½½½
PLUG
H
M
23.8 MAX
2.6 MAX
MC530E-½-½½
DUMMY RECEPTACLE
THREAD ‘E’
A
B
1
B
2
THREAD ‘D’
C
1
C
2
MC540E-½-½½
PROCAP FOR RECEPTACLE
16.10 MAX
Ø’L’
Ø’F’
MC520E-½-½½
PROCAP FOR PLUG
THREAD ‘E’
21.10 MAX
Ø3.61 MIN
Ø’J’
SIZE-
ARRANGEMENT
11 - 2
13 - 4
15 - 6
17 - 8
19 - 10
21 - 18
23 - 24
25 - 30
A
MAX
26.40
28.81
31.20
33.51
36.71
39.91
43.11
46.21
B
1
B
2
C
MIN
1
C
MIN
2
THREAD ‘D’
M15 X 1.0
M18 X 1.0
M22 X 1.0
M25 X 1.0
M28 X 1.0
M31 X 1.0
M34 X 1.0
M37 X 1.0
THREAD ‘E’
TRI-START
DIM INCHES
0.7500"
0.8750"
1.0000"
1.1875"
1.2500"
1.3750"
1.5000"
1.6250"
Ø’F’
MAX
24.94
29.34
32.46
35.66
38.46
41.66
44.86
47.98
G
MAX
3.52
3.52
3.52
3.52
3.52
4.33
4.33
4.33
H
MAX
19.9
19.9
19.9
19.9
19.7
19.7
19.7
19.7
M
MAX
40.86
40.86
40.86
40.86
40.86
40.86
40.86
40.86
Ø’J’
MAX
N/D
26.06
N/D
34.16
35.66
N/D
42.06
45.16
Ø’K’
MAX
N/D
27.56
N/D
35.46
37.16
N/D
43.36
46.60
20.62
23.01
24.61
26.97
29.36
31.75
34.93
38.10
18.26
20.62
23.01
24.61
26.97
29.36
31.75
34.93
4.84
4.84
4.31
4.84
4.84
4.84
6.06
6.06
3.16
3.16
3.16
3.16
3.16
3.16
3.83
3.83
Ø’K’
Ø’L’
MIN
16.51
19.56
22.86
26.04
29.21
32.39
35.56
38.74
MC5 OPTICAL CONTACTS (ordered separately)
Optical contacts are supplied with a profile formed optical end face and are
available for multimode or singlemode fibres. Contacts are available in either
sprung or rigid versions, depending upon application. (Rigid contacts should be
used in bulkhead receptacles only). Options are as follows:
½½½
1
= Optical hole Ø ‘A’ (fibre size) (see Table 1)
½½
2
= Cable Type (see Table 2)
Note: for type 00 (
½½
2
) the cable crimp sleeve is not supplied ie for terminating
buffered fibre.
SPRUNG TYPE
Part No. 455335-½½½
1
-00
2
/01
2
RIGID TYPE
Part No. 455360-½½½
1
-00
2
/01
2
Part No. 455335-½½½
1
-02
2
Part No. 455360-½½½
1
-02
2
Part No. 455335-½½½
1
-03
2
Part No. 455360-½½½
1
-03
2
SPRUNG CONTACT
Part No. 455335-½½½
1
-½½
2
455335-125-½½
2
455335-126-½½
2
455335-127-½½
2
455335-128-½½
2
455335-144-½½
2
455335-159-½½
2
455335-172-½½
2
455335-175-½½
2
RIGID CONTACT
Part No. 455360-½½½
1
-½½
2
455360-125-½½
2
455360-126-½½
2
455360-127-½½
2
455360-128-½½
2
455360-144-½½
2
455360-159-½½
2
455360-172-½½
2
455360-175-½½
2
TABLE 1 (
½½½
1
)
Note: for alternative sizes, consult technical sales
CONTACT TYPE
Sprung
455335-½½½
1
-00
455335-½½½
1
-01
455335-½½½
1
-02
455335-½½½
1
-03
Rigid
455360-½½½
1
-00
455360-½½½
1
-01
455360-½½½
1
-02
455360-½½½
1
-03
CRIMP DIES
(See Note)
Part No.
A/F
457440
457440
457440
457440
1.25/1.35
2.27/2.37
2.62/2.52 & 2.37/2.27
2.74/2.84
CABLE TYPE
Plain Buffer 900µm
Ø2.1 OD Tight Jacket Cable
Ø1.8 OD Tight Jacket Cable
Ø2.5 OD Tight Jacket Cable
TABLE 2 (
½½
2
)
Note: Crimp dies are used with Deutsch crimp tool 451716 (Erma 29020)
CABLE TYPE/DESCRIPTION
Multiway cable, with 900µm buffered fibre and peripheral strain relief
Multiway cable, with 900µm buffered fibre and peripheral strain relief
Multiway cable, with 900µm buffered fibre and peripheral strain relief
Multiway cable, with 900µm buffered fibre and peripheral strain relief
Multiway cable, with 900µm buffered fibre and peripheral strain relief
Multiway cable, with 900µm buffered fibre and peripheral strain relief
Multiway cable, various constructions - eg central strain relief
Cable Ø O/D mm
3.5
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
7.0
*
MC5 Backshells for Multiway Cables
(ordered separately)
Note: *Backshells are available for a range of multiway cables (consult technical sales)
HOW TO ORDER
MC5
Series
Style
00 Bulkhead receptacle
06 Plug
07 Jamnut
20 Procap plug
30 Dummy receptacle
40 Procap receptacle
Shell Finish
N Nickel plated
Shell Size - No. of Channels
11-2, 13-4, 15-6, 17-8, 19-10, 25-30
Insert Type:
P, S (S type includes the removable alignment insert)
Shell Orientation:
N, A, B, C
Modification Code
Example Part Numbers
Connector MC500E-N-17-8SN Procap MC540E-N-17 Dummy Receptacle MC50E-N-17
½½E
–½
–½½–½½
½
½
–F½½½
MC5 Essential Termination Tooling
Part No.
455367
455801
454483
455170
455574
Description and Use
PC Polishing Tools and Materials
Polishing Dolly
Rubber Polishing Pads (2 off required)
1 off DM Diamond Medium Disc
10 off AF5D Final Polish Disc
20 off Strips 30µm A1. Ox. Lapping Film
20 off Strips 9µm A1. Ox. Lapping Film
Connector Assembly Tooling
Multicure Heater (24 Ports)
Bushes 24 off (Multicure Heater)
Crimp Tool Body 29020
Crimp Dies for MC5
Notes
For profile formed polishing
Used on all ferrule polishing
For ultra fine polished finish
To remove fibre sprig and epoxy
To remove fibre sprig and epoxy
Epoxy Curing
Epoxy Curing
Used with crimp dies
A/F mm
Cable OD mm
1.25/1.35
.900
2.27/2.37
1.8
2.27/2.37
2.1
2.74/2.84
2.5
For stripping fibre buffer
For stripping outer sheath
1 off supplied with each connector
Temperature curing
Air or temperature curing
6 off each kit
Used for backshells
For Kevlar retention
For backshell potting
453936
455820-2
451716
457440
Type of Cable
Buffered fibre
Tight jacket/strength members
Tight jacket/strength members
Tight jacket/strength members
453228
454355-335
454355
M15570-16
454802
453855
454297
455178
454167
454712
454299
Fibre Cleaving Tool
Stripping Tool
Stripping Tool
Contact Insertion/Extraction Tool
Consumable Materials
Epoxy Kit Type 353ND (4 gram sachet)
Epoxy Kit Epoxy-Patch (0151 clear)
Syringe and Needle Kit
Loctite Type 932 (50ml)
Omnifit 230L (Contact Adhesive)
Adhesive Type S1125 (2 x 10g kit)
Scalpel Kit
Note: *Additional tooling may be required specific to cable types (consult technical sales)
*For comprehensive tooling and consumable listing refer to technical sales
Deutsch Limited reserves the right to alter specification without notice
Fibre Optic Group
Castleham Industrial Estate
4 Stanier Road, St Leonards on Sea
East Sussex TN38 9RF England
Telephone + 44 (0) 1424 852721
Fax + 44 (0) 1424 851532
Email deutsch@deutsch.co.uk
www.deutschltd.com
Data MC5 08/00
