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INSPIRATION • INNOVATION • INTEGRATION
20|20 Industrial Solutions
AFC Brochures
Our 20|20 Solutions
• 20|20 Industrial Solutions
• 20|20 Enterprise Solutions
• 20|20 Infrastructure Solutions
Our Product Solutions
• MTP Low Loss Cabling System
• Copper Cabling System
• Termination and Test Solutions
• Industrial Plug and Play (IPP) Solutions
• Fibre Optic Enclosures
• Military Cables
• Industrial Ethernet and Media Conversion
• GPON FTTx Optical LAN Solutions
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Fibre Solutions for Harsh Environments
AFC offers Australia’s most extensive range of fibre optic solutions.
We have solutions to suit all industries and environments, including:
• defence
• broadcast
• industrial
• process control
• security
• utilities
• transport
• mining, oil and gas
We provide solutions that can withstand the harshest environments and
meet the most demanding performance requirements. From office and
fixed vehicle/vessel applications to field deployable solutions, we know
each requirement is unique. That’s why our experts help you to choose
the solution that best suits your needs.
Our extensive product range coupled with vast experience means we
can design, manufacture and implement the right solution for your
industrial application.
AFC’s range of industrial products are built to withstand extreme operating
environments including temperatures from -40°C to 75°C, humidity, dust
ingress and variable voltage.
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Connectivity Products
Pre-terminated Cable Assemblies
AFC manufactures a comprehensive range of high quality pre-terminated
cable assemblies in our modern manufacturing facility in Melbourne. They
can be made with a vast variety of connectors and cable types to produce
virtually any combination.
Our pre-terminated cables are ideal for harsh environments because they
eliminate the need for difficult onsite termination and tooling. This makes
installation easy and keeps the fibres protected. We have:
• loose tube, riser, mil-spec, breakout cables and plastic optical fibre (POF)
• high quality factory-terminated connectors
• fibre protection products for installation and hauling
Expanded Beam (EB) Technology
AFC’s expanded beam fibre optic connectors are designed to perform in
the most demanding industrial environments. They are perfectly suited
for the rigours of tactical military communications, outside broadcasts
and petrochemical, mining and offshore systems. The EB technology
ensures you receive reliable optical performance in contaminated and
extreme environments. AFC is a certified manufacturer and repairer of EB
connector assemblies.
What are the benefits of EB technology?
• resistant to dust, dirt and other contaminants
• fibre is sealed and protected behind a lens
• easily cleaned without risk of fibre damage
• cable retention mechanism provides strength
• hermaphroditic multi-channel connectors
Multi-channel Physical Contact Connectors
AFC has a range of multi-channel physical contact connectors for industrial
applications, including process control. They are available in different
sizes, shell styles, materials and mating mechanisms to suit a wide range of
applications and environments. These connectors can accommodate many
cable types, including fibre-only, composite fibre and copper for remote
powering of equipment. Included in the range are:
• ruggedised connector housings
• a wide variety of insert configurations and shell sizes
• fibre/copper hybrids
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Ruggedised Standard Connectors
When you need extra connector protection but not a specialty
connector, our standard connectors with special rugged housing
are the right solution. AFC offers ruggedised fibre optic connector
assemblies and adapters which perform reliably in wide temperature
ranges and have superior resistance to chemicals – perfect for industrial
environments. Our ruggedised connectors have:
• SC, LC and RJ45 standard connector types
• various ruggedised housings and bulkheads
• IP rated housings to protect against water and dirt
• Specifically designed for harsh environments
• Pre-terminated cables reduce costs and health risks
• Wide variety of connector and cable types
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Specialty Cable
AFC has a proud history of supplying specialty loose tube and tight buffered
cables for harsh environments. We have a broad range of fibre optic cables
for high bandwidth transmission of data, video (including High Definition) and
audio communications.
Our indoor/outdoor cables feature a unique tight buffer coating which
provides excellent mechanical and environmental protection for the optical
fibres. They are available in a large variety of cable designs and configurations
and are field deployable. For extra protection and ease of installation we can
supply them on ruggedised cable reels. Our specialty cables have:
• long term reliability, security and reusability
• superior rodent protection
• high crush resistance
• chemical and UV protection
• compliance to Mil Spec and MSHA standards
• high bandwidth capability
Specialty Enclosures and Cabinets
Industrial enclosures must be built to withstand extreme temperatures, shock,
vibration, moisture, dust and corrosive surroundings. AFC offers a large range
of enclosures and cabinets suitable for all types of environments. We also
design custom solutions for specific applications and extreme conditions.
Our specialty enclosures and cabinets are
• IP rated for extreme environments
• custom designed and manufactured
• available in stainless steel, zinc or powder coat
• wall, rack or DIN rail mountable
• field deployable
• pre-loaded for easy installation
• Built to withstand extreme temperatures and environments
• Can be pre-configured to reduce installation time
• Cables designed to protect against UV and Chemical damage
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Fibre Termination and Testing
Testing fixed or deployable harsh environment fibre cables is a crucial part
of long term reliability and performance. All our cable assemblies are fully
factory tested, however harsh environment cables are not immune to
damage when exposed to operational extremes.
AFC are the experts in testing methodologies and optical performance
standards. We have a wide range of fusion splicing and test instruments and
accessories available, including:
• handheld light source and power meter kits
• OTDRs with multimode or singlemode module combinations
• handheld loss test sets
• heavy duty dust proof and shockproof carry cases to suit all test equipment
• reference grade test lead kits with application documentation
• visual fault locators for circuit fault finding and identification
• Fujikura fusion splicer and cleaver kits
• singlemode and multimode compact and ruggedised launch leads
Fibre Inspection and Cleaning
Dirt, dust and other particles on fibre connector end faces are the primary
cause of problematic fibre networks. Video microscope technology offers
quick and easy inspection of fibre optic connectors during installation
and maintenance.
Fibre inspection and cleaning is recommended at the time of installation
and as part of any fault finding exercise. We offer non-flammable, travel safe
cleaning solutions for ease of transportation.
• IBYC – Inspect Before You Connect
• reduce network downtime and failures
• reduce troubleshooting
• optimise network performance
• prevent connector end face damage
• remove oil, grease, dust and other contaminants
• Heavy duty carry cases available to keep out dust and
reduce shock
• Cleaning products reduce downtime and network failures
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IP Networking and Media Conversion
AFC’s industrial Ethernet switches, media converters and serial devices
provide reliable communications between pieces of equipment. Most
of our devices have different mounting options available – from shelf
or rack mount to DIN rail brackets. Our industrial rated products ensure
your network remains stable and reliable, even in adverse conditions.
They feature:
• redundant power options (100-240V AC and 12-48V DC)
• data redundant link technology
• fan-less circuitry
• fibre optic, copper and wireless options
• power over Ethernet (PoE) technology
• comprehensive management options
• GPON Optical LAN solution
• Reliability and performance in the most adverse conditions
• Wide range of options for copper, fibre and wireless
• PoE option saves the need for remote power
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Accessories
Cable Reels
AFC offers hand winding cable reels in various sizes and configurations to suit
different cable diameters and length requirements. All the cable reels in the
range are:
• lightweight and portable
• made from robust materials
• ideal for harsh environments
• weather proof
They also have the convenience of an auxiliary spool for tail end storage.
Universal Field Splice Kit
This field splice kit makes it easy to do fast in-field repairs to damaged
multimode and singlemode fibre optic cables in industrial areas. It is re-usable
and suitable for repairing up to four fibre cables. They feature:
• a universal design for mechanical or fusion splices
• high tensile load bearing
• fully sealed design
In-house repairs
Our dedicated Technical Services team provides advice, maintenance and
repair services for many types of connectors including:
• MIL 38999
• MIL 28876
• SMPTE
• Expanded beam technology
• TFOCA
• Dedicated and experienced technical services team
• Robust cable reels that are light weight and portable
• Universal splice kit for infield repairs
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About AFC Group
AFC designs, manufactures and integrates fibre optic and copper communication solutions. We are an Australian-owned and operated company with more than 21 years’ experience serving customers through our national and international branches.
We provide high quality innovative and customised communication solutions
to a broad range of industries – from data centres and utility companies to
underground mines.
We’re passionate about our products, our business and our customer
relationships. We strive to create professional partnerships that you can trust
to deliver value in a custom built communication solution.
Innovation and expertise
Innovative product development is the core of our business. We constantly
seek to improve and enhance our product range and never stop looking for
ways to give you better solutions. Your organisation’s communication needs
are unique. That’s why we take the time to listen to your requirements so we
can best supply a customised solution.
We operate our own high tech manufacturing facility in Melbourne.
This means we can respond quickly to your needs and keep lead times to
a minimum. More than two decades of experience and peerless technical
knowledge means we get the job done right – on time, the first time.
How we’re different
We’re passionate about everything we do – from the products and integrated
solutions we provide to caring for our customers, staff and suppliers. We
believe in supporting the people we do business with by building mutually
beneficial relationships. This means we share our extensive knowledge and
provide exceptional professional service. AFC has an organisation-wide ‘can
do’ culture. Our philosophy is to ‘do it better’ – better than our competitors
and better than we did it last time.
We’ve got you covered
Our head office is in Melbourne and we operate both nationally and
internationally. We have offices and warehouses throughout Australia, as well
as Auckland and Hong Kong. Our warehouses carry a large range of stock,
but more importantly let us provide professional local service and support.
This means we’re well placed to quickly and efficiently deliver the solution
you need, when you want it. For added peace of mind our communication
solutions are backed by an industry-leading 20 year warranty.
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