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Yesterday I wrote about the ESCON connector and its place in the history of data center architecture. Today I’ll cover the FC connector.
FC Connector: An Overview
FC stands for Ferrule Connector. It has a 2.5mm ferrule in a simplex format. The FC connector was developed by NTT (Nippon Telegraph and Telephone).
This screw-on type connector has the advantage of being pull-proof and wiggle-proof when it’s being installed. Because of this, the FC connector works very well for high vibration environments. It is still widely used today in testing equipment and other similar areas where a fixed connection is critical. The down side of the screw-on connector is that it takes a long time (comparably) to install or remove this type of assembly. There is also a key on the connector that must be aligned properly before it can be installed.
To view more information about cable connectors, view our Connector Guide.