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0.2dB Connectors Without Epoxy or Polishing
- By Blair Nimmo
- Published 01/23/2008
- Telecommunications
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Blair Nimmo
Blair owned one of the largest independent electro-optic suppliers in Europe. He has now started BBN International to address the re-emerging fibre-optic markets of datacom, telecom, aerospace and sensors. An Electronic Engineer, Blair developed marine satellite communication and medical image analysis systems going on to develop a software business. BBN International is based in rural Shropshire and is committed to changing the way companies do business to the benefit of the environment.
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Press release
BBN International offers a complete range of fibre termination solutions with new systems such as FAST Series (pictured) and Splice-On-Connectors and manufacturers such as Seikoh Giken and Fujikura.
Standard Connector Components:
* Ferrules with stepped APC and predomed options
* Connectors (SC, FC, ST, MU, LC etc.)
* Specials such as fibre arrays

Shuttered SC connector:
* Keeps out dirt
* Automatically opens on insertion
* Compatible with standard SC connectors
FAST Series Connectors:
* Field installable without cumbersome tools
* No epoxy/polishing or splicing required
* Compatible with standard SC connectors
Splice-on-Connector:
* Field termination with handheld splicer
* No epoxy/polishing required
* High grade factory pre-polished ferrule
Specials:
* Fibre assemblies with glass a
nd metal soldering
* Fibre end shaping e.g. lens, wedge etc.
* Coatings e.g. metallisation, anti-reflective etc.
Termination equipment:
* Precision cleavers
* Epoxy curing ovens
* Polishing machines, accessories and consumables
* Fusion splicers and splice protection sleeves
For more information visit the web site at http://www.bbnint.co.uk/passive_devices/index.asp
Background
BBN International Limited was formed in 2005 as a specialist supplier of high performance, quality fibre-optic instruments, components and consumables to the British Isles datacom, telecom, aerospace and sensor markets. As a privately owned company, it selects suppliers, technology and products independently.
Press support
More information can be obtained by contacting BBN International directly on 0845 3655061 or visiting the web site at www.bbnint.co.uk.
This image links to a larger resolution version for use in your publication: http://www.bbnint.co.uk/documents/Logo%20with%20name.JPG
BBN International offers a complete range of fibre termination solutions with new systems such as FAST Series (pictured) and Splice-On-Connectors and manufacturers such as Seikoh Giken and Fujikura.
Standard Connector Components:
* Ferrules with stepped APC and predomed options
* Connectors (SC, FC, ST, MU, LC etc.)
* Specials such as fibre arrays

Shuttered SC connector:
* Keeps out dirt
* Automatically opens on insertion
* Compatible with standard SC connectors
FAST Series Connectors:
* Field installable without cumbersome tools
* No epoxy/polishing or splicing required
* Compatible with standard SC connectors
Splice-on-Connector:
* Field termination with handheld splicer
* No epoxy/polishing required
* High grade factory pre-polished ferrule
Specials:
* Fibre assemblies with glass a
* Fibre end shaping e.g. lens, wedge etc.
* Coatings e.g. metallisation, anti-reflective etc.
Termination equipment:
* Precision cleavers
* Epoxy curing ovens
* Polishing machines, accessories and consumables
* Fusion splicers and splice protection sleeves
For more information visit the web site at http://www.bbnint.co.uk/passive_devices/index.asp
Background
BBN International Limited was formed in 2005 as a specialist supplier of high performance, quality fibre-optic instruments, components and consumables to the British Isles datacom, telecom, aerospace and sensor markets. As a privately owned company, it selects suppliers, technology and products independently.
Press support
More information can be obtained by contacting BBN International directly on 0845 3655061 or visiting the web site at www.bbnint.co.uk.
This image links to a larger resolution version for use in your publication: http://www.bbnint.co.uk/documents/Logo%20with%20name.JPG