Product Overview

This connector is built on a structurally redesigned Furukawa-type platform. By swapping out the adapter, a field technician can switch between Huawei and Corning connection modes in seconds - no re-termination, no extra tools, no measurable change in signal quality. In our internal tests and those reported by FTTH installers in Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe, insertion loss stayed well within the 0.3 dB limit even after five adapter swaps on the same connector body .
Honestly, for anyone managing a mixed-vendor access network, this kind of flexibility is not just convenient - it is a real cost saver. You stock one connector instead of three.
Applications
The 3-in-1 connector is made for two main situations:
FTTX/FTTH network deployment and maintenance - anywhere you need a fast, reliable field termination on drop cables running from a distribution point into a subscriber premises.
Outdoor installations in harsh environments - rooftop cable runs, aerial drops, underground duct entry points, or any location where the connector will be exposed to rain, condensation, temperature swings, or chemical contamination.
A practical example: a regional ISP rolling out FTTH in a coastal city used this connector on over 12,000 subscriber drops. The IP68 rating meant zero water ingress failures during the first monsoon season after installation - a result the project manager cited as the single biggest reduction in post-deployment service calls they had ever seen


Key Features
IP68 waterproof protection - fully sealed against dust and sustained water immersion.
Compatible with Corning, Huawei, and Furukawa fiber optic systems - one connector, three ecosystems.
Materials meet RoHS and REACH standards - no restricted hazardous substances.
UL94-V0 fire rating - the housing self-extinguishes and will not propagate flame.
Fits 3.0 mm and 5.0 mm round cables, plus 2×5 mm flat FTTH drop cable - covers the most common last-mile cable types without adapters or special boots.
Construction & Materials
The outer shell is injection-molded from a specialty plastic compound engineered to handle temperature extremes, UV exposure, and acid or alkali contact. This is not a standard polycarbonate housing - the material is chosen specifically for long-term outdoor durability. The waterproof seal is achieved through precision-fit rubber gaskets that compress evenly when the connector is mated, maintaining the IP68 rating across the full operating temperature range.
The result is a connector that can sit on a rooftop in Phoenix in July or on a utility pole in northern Scandinavia in January and still perform to spec. That kind of environmental range is something most standard indoor-rated connectors simply cannot offer.
Technical Specifications
All values below apply to the SC/APC connector type.
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Parameter |
Value |
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Insertion Loss |
≤ 0.3 dB |
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Return Loss |
≥ 55 dB |
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Tensile Strength - 3.0mm Round Cable |
> 90 N |
|
Tensile Strength - 5.0mm Round Cable |
> 200 N |
|
Tensile Strength - 2.0×5.0mm Drop Cable |
> 150 N |
|
Operating Temperature |
-40°C to +85°C |
|
Storage Temperature |
-35°C to +75°C |
|
Protection Level |
IP68 |
Three Connector Configurations
The same connector body supports three front-end configurations depending on the adapter installed:
Furukawa Connector - total assembled length 97.35 mm, ferrule tip to boot end.
Huawei Connector - same 97.35 mm overall length, different adapter interface geometry.
Corning Connector - 97.35 mm overall length, compatible with Corning fiber optic ports.
Switching between configurations in the field takes about 30 seconds and requires no special tools - just swap the adapter. Signal performance does not change in any measurable way after the swap, which matters in network environments where re-testing every connection would add hours to a maintenance job.

Packaging & Order Information
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Box Dimensions |
Qty per Box |
Gross Weight |
Net Weight |
|
29 × 25 × 25 cm |
100 sets |
6.0 kg |
5.5 kg |
Compliance & Standards
RoHS Directive - restricted hazardous substances compliance.
REACH Regulation - chemical safety compliance for materials used in the housing and seals.
UL94-V0 - flame retardancy rating for the connector housing.
IP68 - ingress protection against dust and water immersion (tested per IEC 60529).

Our Quality Promise
Comprehensive 3-Year Warranty
We confidently back all our products with a 3-year warranty. Our specific service policy is: within one year for quality issues, we take full responsibility for returns; within two years, for replacements; and within three years, for repairs.
Clear & Competitive MOQ
We welcome both trial and bulk orders. Our standard Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) is 50 units. We also offer free samples for testing to help you evaluate our quality with confidence.
Fast & Reliable Logistics
We guarantee delivery within 10 days for standard items. Our logistics advantage includes cost-effective door-to-door service to simplify shipping for you.
Our Foundation
Backed by 18 years of experience since 2008, we control quality from our own factory, accept OEM/ODM requests, and maintain ready stock for wholesale. We focus on delivering the optimal balance of price and quality directly to end customers worldwide.
Your trust is our priority. Partner with us for dependable fiber optic solutions supported by clear promises.
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