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Front Panel Fiber Optic Mating Adapters
Front Panel Fiber Optic Mating Adapters
The front panel of the LDM-4616 mount has 16 holes with adapter plates installed
that will secure mating adapters with a standard square flange configuration ("FC
flange" type). Many different "FC flange" type mating adapters are available to
accommodate several different types of fiber optic connectors. ILX Lightwave
stocks some of the most common types of mating adapters. See the Accessories
List in Chapter 1 or contact ILX Lightwave for the latest list.
If you prefer to run your optical fiber directly through the front panel holes, rubber
grommets are supplied in the shipping kit to protect your fiber. See the instructions
on passing fiber connectors through the front panel holes. Metal plugs are
supplied with the shipping kit to cover unused front panel holes.
Changing the Front Panel Mating Adapters
The LDM-4616 shipping kit includes thirty-two 2-56 x 3/16" screws to attach
mating adapters to the front panel. Screw the selected mating adapters to the
front panel with the key slot facing up using the 5/64" hex socket wrench supplied
in the shipping kit. See Figure 3.5. Do not overtighten the screws. Leave the dust
caps on any mating adapter connection not in use.
Figure 3.5 Attaching Mating Adapters to the Front Panel
There may be certain instances when you want to put a mating adapter on the
inside of the mount tray. For instance, if your laser has an SC connector, and your
fiber patch cord has an FC connector, the adapter needs to be attached inside the
mount. See Figure 3.6.
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