Products Home / Lab Supplies / Fiber Lab Supplies / Fiber Termination Supplies / Multimode Fiber Optic Connectors / SMA905 Connectors: Multimode, Stainless Steel FerruleSMA905 Connectors: Multimode, Stainless Steel Ferrule
- Bore Sizes for Claddings Between Ø125 µm and Ø1580 µm
- Knurled or Hex Locking Nut Connectors
- High-Temperature Connectors for Environments up to 250 °C
- Ideally Suited for Large Core Fibers
Stainless Steel Sleeves and Dust Caps are Also Available for Purchase Separately
Application Idea
11580A Connector Shown Used in a Patch Cable
10125A
Standard SMA905 Connector
with Ø128 µm Bore
10245V
High-Temperature, Vacuum-Compatible SMA905 Connector with Ø245 µm Bore
11580H
Hex Nut SMA905 Connector
with Ø1580 µm Bore
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| Fiber Connector Selection Guide | |
|---|---|
| Single Mode | Multimode |
| FC/PC FC/APC ST/PC LC/PC |
FC/PC (SS Ferrule) FC/PC (Ceramic Ferrule) FC/APC SMA905 ST/PC |
| Bare Ferrules | |
| Bare Fiber Terminator | |
| Stock Patch Cables Available with Connectors Sold on This Page |
|
|---|---|
| Multimode | |
| SMA Hybrid Connectors Solarization-Resistant SMA AR-Coated High-Power |
Armored Articulated (Rotating) Lightweight (Optogenetics) Standard Bundle Bifurcated Bundles |
| Single Mode | |
| Hybrid Connectors | |
Features
- SMA905 Connectors with Stainless Steel Ferrules Ideally Suited for Large Core Fibers
- Standard or Hex Nut Connectors Include Strain Relief Boot, Crimp Sleeve for Ø3 mm Tubing, and Connector Cap
- 304 Stainless Steel Connectors for Continuous Use in Extreme Environments
- Operating Temperatures up to 250 °C
- Vacuum Compatible Down to 10-10 Torr
- Additional Accessories Available for Purchase Separately
- Stainless Steel Sleeve for High-Temperature, Vacuum-Compatible Connectors
- Additional Protective Caps
- Custom Bore Sizes Available; Contact Tech Support with Inquiries
SMA905 connectors, which are most commonly used with multimode fibers, have a stainless steel ferrule design that is ideally suited for large core fibers. Thorlabs stocks a complete selection of SMA905 connector sizes to accommodate our full line of large core fibers, ranging from Ø125 µm to Ø1580 µm. We also offer stainless steel furcation tubing and sleeves that are designed to provide a high degree of fiber protection.
Our standard and hex nut connectors come in a package that includes a fiber connector cap, crimp sleeve, and strain relief boot compatible with Ø3 mm furcation tubing. Both types of connectors have ferrules made out of 303 stainless steel. The hex nut connectors are compatible with any 5/16" wrench and are designed to be used in harsh vibration environments. We recommend tightening the hex nut connector to a torque of approximately 8 in-lbs.
High-temperature connectors manufactured using 304 stainless steel are designed for continuous operation in high-temperature environments up to 250 °C or vacuum down to 10-10 Torr when used with the FTSB1 Stainless Steel Sleeve and 353NDPK Epoxy. These high-temperature connectors are ideal for use with polyimide-coated fiber.
If you need a bore size that is not listed below, please e-mail Tech Support for a quote on connectors with custom-drilled stainless steel ferrules. In addition, we also offer custom patch cables with very rapid turnaround times; please see our Custom Patch Cable Form for more information.
As an alternative to buying and assembling separate optical fiber, connectors, and furcation tubing, Thorlabs also offers pre-built patch cables from stock using the connectors sold on this page. See the table to the right and the Patch Cables tab for a listing of patch cables available that incorporate connectors sold on this page.
| Fiber Type | Patch Cable Type | Connectors | Fiber Wavelength Range | Fiber Core Sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multimode | Standard SMA | SMA905 to SMA905 | 250 - 2400 nma | Ø10 - Ø1500 µmb |
| Hybrid Connectors | FC/PC to SMA905 | 250 - 2400 nma | Ø10 - Ø600 µmb | |
| Solarization-Resistant SMA | SMA905 to SMA905 | 180 - 1200 nm | Ø105 - Ø600 µm | |
| AR-Coated | SMA905 to SMA905 | 250 - 1100 nma | Ø50 - Ø200 µmb | |
| High-Power | SMA905 to SMA905 | 400 - 2200 nm | Ø200 - Ø910 µmb | |
| Armored | SMA905 to SMA905 | 400 - 2400 nm | Ø50 µm, Ø105 µm | |
| Articulated (Rotating) | SMA905 to SMA905 or FC/PC to FC/PC |
400 - 2200 nm | Ø200 µm, Ø400 µm | |
| Lightweight (Optogenetics) | SMA905 to Ferrule | 250 - 2400 nma | Ø150 - Ø400 µmb | |
| Standard Bundle | SMA905 to SMA905 | 250 - 2200 nma | N/A | |
| Bifurcated Bundle | SMA905 to SMA905 | 250 - 2400 nma | N/A | |
| Single Mode | Hybrid Connectors | FC/PC to FC/APC or FC/PC to SMA905 |
320 - 2300 nma | N/A |
Stock Patch Cables Available with These Connectors
As an alternative to buying and assembling separate optical fiber, connectors, and furcation tubing, Thorlabs offers pre-built patch cables from stock using the connectors sold on this page. Stocked patch cables are available with multimode or single mode optical fiber, as indicated by the table to the right. Additionally, Thorlabs offers Custom Patch Cables with same-day shipping, which can be constructed using the connectors sold on this page.
| Posted Comments: | |
alekkom
(posted 2014-06-16 11:02:08.843) Hello,
Can I order SMA 905 connectors for high power applications? I need air gap SS ferrules for 440-microns diameter fiber. jlow
(posted 2014-07-29 03:52:51.0) Response from Jeremy at Thorlabs: We can offer this for some fiber size. Please contact techsupport@thorlabs.com for a quote. user
(posted 2013-03-21 15:06:36.383) There is the wrong pdf drawing and step file attached, 10230A instead of 11275A. Maybe other data formats are also wrong. tcohen
(posted 2013-03-21 14:59:00.0) Response from Tim at Thorlabs: Thank you for bringing this to our attention! We will correct the mislinked supporting documentation. Please contact us at techsupport@thorlabs.com if you require these files while we are updating the website. Tyler
(posted 2008-08-14 12:22:05.0) A response from Tyler at Thorlabs to aleksey.kharin: Thank you for your excellent suggestion. I am sorry it took so long to get around to making the change. aleksey.kharin
(posted 2008-02-22 09:19:41.0) I think that description to fibers connectors presented onthis page is misleading.
If it is said that this connector is for 600 micron fiber then one will think about fiber of 600 micron core diameter whereas it should be clad diameter.
Sure it can be obveous if one has already some experience with fibers and connectors. Otherwise it is really misleading |
| Item # | Style | Bore Diameter | Bore Diameter Tolerance | Ferrule | Included Boot | Crimp Tool Required |
Operating Temperature Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10125A | SMA905 | 128 µm | +5/-0 µm | Ø3.2 mm 303 Stainless Steel |
Ø3 mma | CT042 | -40 to 85 °C |
| 10140A | 144 µm | +5/-0 µm | |||||
| 10230A | 231 µm | +10/-0 µm | |||||
| 10245A | 245 µm | +10/-0 µm | |||||
| 10250A | 250 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10260A | 260 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10270A | 270 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10340A | 340 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10380A | 380 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10410A | 410 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10440A | 440 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10450A | 450 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10490A | 490 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10510A | 510 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10610A | 612 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10640A | 641 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10670A | 670 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10720A | 720 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10770A | 770 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10850A | 850 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 11040A | 1040 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 11050A | 1050 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 11275A | 1275 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 11580A | 1580 µm | +25/-0 µm |
Hex nut connectors are compatible with any 5/16" wrench and are designed to be used in harsh vibration environments. We recommend tightening to a torque of approximately 8 in-lbs.
| Item # | Style | Bore Diameter | Bore Diameter Tolerance | Ferrule | Included Boot | Crimp Tool Required |
Operating Temperature Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10125H | SMA905 | 128 µm | +5/-0 µm | Ø3.2 mm 303 Stainless Steel |
Ø3 mma | CT042 | -40 to 85 °C |
| 10230H | 231 µm | +10/-0 µm | |||||
| 10440H | 440 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 10640H | 641 µm | +15/-0 µm | |||||
| 11580H | 1580 µm | +25/-0 µm |
High-temperature connectors manufactured using 304 stainless steel are designed for continuous operation in high-temperature environments up to 250 °C or vacuum down to 10-10 Torr when used with the FTSB1 Stainless Steel Sleeve and 353NDPK Epoxy. These high-temperature connectors are ideal for use with polyimide-coated fiber.
| Item # | Style | Bore Diameter | Bore Diameter Tolerance | Ferrule | Recommended Boot |
Recommended Epoxy | Operating Temperature Range | Vacuum Compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10128V | SMA905 | 128 µm | +5/-0 µm | Ø3.2 mm 304 Stainless Steel |
FTSB1 Stainless Steel Boot (Sold Separately Below) |
353NDPK | -40 to 250 °Ca | 10-10 Torr |
| 10145V | 145 µm | +5/-0 µm | ||||||
| 10245V | 245 µm | +10/-0 µm | ||||||
| 10380V | 380 µm | +15/-0 µm | ||||||
| 10490V | 490 µm | +15/-0 µm | ||||||
| 10720V | 720 µm | +15/-0 µm |
Zoom- Stainless Steel Sleeve for Temperatures up to 250 °C or Vacuum down to 10-10 Torr
The FTSB1 Stainless Steel Sleeve fits fibers with outer diameters up to 720 µm, such as polyimide-coated fiber. It is intended to be used with our high-temperature SMA905 multimode connectors and can withstand environments with temperatures up to 250 °C or vacuum down to 10-10 Torr.
Zoom- CAPM Dust Cap for Ø3.2 mm Ferrules (10 Pack)
- CAPSM Metal Threaded Dust Cap for SMA905 and SMA906 Connectors (4 Pack)
The CAPM Rubber Dust Caps and CAPSM Threaded, Nickel-Plated Brass Caps are both compatible with SMA905 and SMA906 connectors. Additionally, the CAPM Rubber Dust Caps can be used with any Ø3.2 mm fiber connector ferrule. Dirt on the fiber tip can result in permanent damage to the fiber connector, which can increase coupling losses or create undesirable mode structures in the output light. To prevent damage to the connectorized fiber, clean the fiber end face before each use and use a fiber connector cap to protect the end face when it is not in use.
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