Amphenol

Tactical High Density (THD)
Fiber Optic Connectors

Fiber SystemsInternationalApplications••••••
THD72 Receptacle

About the THD Connectors

Disaster recovery
Military tactical deployments
Strategic installations
Oil, gas and geoscience industries
Industrial
Government

THD Specifications
Specification

Measurement/Detail

Number of channels

48, 64 & 72 channels

Insertion loss

Amphenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI) designed anddeveloped the Tactical High Density (THD) connectors to meetthe ever-increasing demands of high density harsh environmentfiber optic connectivity. THD series connectors are particularlysuited for the reliable tactical connections required for digitalcommunication on and near the battlefield, high bandwidthcommercial or industrial applications. AFSI’s multi-channel
fiber optic connectors are designed to provide the best possible
optical performance for applications with extreme
environmental conditions. The THD series is another exampleof AFSI’s leadership in high density tactical fiber opticconnectors.
THD series connectors build on the success of the AFSITFOCA-II®. These ultra high density connectors utilize
commercially available 1.25mm zirconia ceramic ferrules andalignment sleeves resulting in exceptional insertion loss
performance.

62.5/125 Multimode fiber - 0.75dB Max
9/125 Single mode fiber - 0.75dB Max

Fiber type62.5/125 Multimode or 9/125 Single mode

THD Connector Product Numbers
Product Number

Product Name

THD48-1000-X-Y

THD48 Channel Plug

THD64-1000-X-Y

THD64 Channel Plug

THD72-1000-X-Y

THD72 Channel Plug

X=1 KEY 1
X=2 KEY 2
X=3 KEY 3
X=U KEY 4

Y=1 CABLE DIA 27-28 MM
Y=2 CABLE DIA 20-21 MM
Y=3 CABLE DIA 22-23 MM

THD48-8080-X

THD48 Channel Receptacle

THD64-8080-X

THD64 Channel Receptacle

THD72-8080-X

THD72 Channel Receptacle
X=1 KEY 1
X=2 KEY 2
X=3 KEY 3
X=U KEY 4

How to OrderFeatures and Benefits•••••48, 64 & 72 channel configurations
Rugged high density connectors for harsh environments
For use with multimode and single mode fiberPrecision ceramic ferrule and alignment sleeve technology
Rugged design for reliable operation beyond the limitationsof high channel count commercial connectors

Fiber Optic Solutions

For more information on how to order or to obtain a price quoteon any of our THD products, please call us at 800.472.4225. Forinternational calls please dial 214.547.2400 or email us at
info@fibersystems.com

www.fibersystems.com

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Tactical High Density (THD)
Fiber Optic Connectors

Fiber Systems
International

3.12 MAX
8.00 MAX
2.30 MAX

6.25 MAX
2.875
WRENCH FLATS

145910

15

16

2.875
MAX

2127222833343940444548

FRONT VIEW

THD Plug Dimensions(48 Channel Shown)2.65 MAX
1.75 MAX
3.125
WRENCH FLATS
R .104/.114

FRONT VIEW

152.30MAX

4.75 MIN SOCKET CLEARANCE

4101117183.50
MAX2526333934474048

3.12
MAX

2.875
MAX

3.042

55

56
63
69

62
68
72

2.905

3.413 MIN CONDUCTIVE SURFACE

THD Receptacle Panel
Cutout Dimensions
THD Receptacle Dimensions(72 Channel Shown)

About Amphenol Fiber Systems
InternationalAmphenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI) designs,
manufactures, markets, and supports reliable and innovative fiber
optic interconnect solutions that withstand the harshenvironments of military, oil & gas, mining and broadcast
applications. After more than a decade in business, AFSI
continues to uphold its position as a global leader in fiber optic
interconnect components and systems such as termini, M28876,MIL-ST, TFOCA and the TFOCA-II® connector, which AFSI

Publication: AFSI-THD-D-05.09.05 Specifications subject to change without notice.
www.fibersystems.com - info@fibersystems.com© Copyright Amphenol Fiber Systems International. All rights reserved.
TFOCA-II is registered trademark of Amphenol Fiber Systems International. TFOCA-II is coveredby U.S. Patents 6,305,849; 6,371,660 and 6,357,929

Fiber Optic Solutions

developed and patented. Altogether, AFSI has distributed
millions of fiber optic connectors in more than 22 countries.
Whenever there is a need for superior cost-effective fiber optic
systems and products that will stand up to demanding operating
environments, you can rely on AFSI for engineering know-how,
top-quality products and expert technical support.
For more information about AFSI, please visit our web site atwww.fibersystems.com.

Amphenol Fiber Systems International, Inc.
1300 Central Expressway North, Suite 100
Allen, TX 75013
Phone: 214.547.2400 - 800.472.4225
Fax: 214.547.9344

www.fibersystems.com