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Overview
The Ripley Miller PFAO-12 12-Micron Aluminum Oxide Polishing Film is designed for professional fiber optic connector termination. These precision sheets are engineered to provide high-quality surface finishes on single-mode connectors, including PC, Super PC, Ultra PC, and Angle (APC) types.
Constructed with lot-to-lot consistency in mind, this polishing film helps maintain high production yields during the connector termination process. The abrasive material is optimized to ensure return loss performance meets or exceeds industry requirements, making it an essential component for technicians preparing connectors in data center or field network environments.
Key Features
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Aluminum Oxide Abrasive
Provides consistent, uniform material removal for precise fiber optic end-face geometry. -
High Yield Consistency
Manufactured with strict lot-to-lot control to reduce scrap rates and ensure repeatable polishing results. -
Connector Versatility
Compatible with a wide range of connector types including PC, Super PC, Ultra PC, and APC. -
Color-Coded Identification
Red color-coding allows for immediate grit size verification, preventing errors during multi-step polishing sequences. -
Optimized Sheet Dimensions
Large 3" x 6" sheets are sized for standard polishing pucks and workflows. -
Optimized Performance
Designed to meet or exceed stringent return loss specifications for high-bandwidth networks.
Applications
- Fiber optic connector termination
- Single-mode connector polishing (PC/SPC/UPC/APC)
- Data center cable assembly preparation
- Field termination and connector repair
Package Contents
- 10 x PFAO-12 12-Micron Polishing Film Sheets (Red)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ripley Miller |
| Model | PFA0-12 |
| Part Number | 024X192 |
| Grit Size | 12 micron |
| Abrasive Material | Aluminum Oxide |
| Dimensions | 3" x 6" |
| Quantity | 10 per pack |
| Color Code | Red |
Frequently Asked Questions
What connector types is this film compatible with?
The PFAO-12 is designed for single-mode PC, Super PC, Ultra PC, and Angle (APC) connectors.
Are these sheets color-coded?
Yes, the 12-micron sheets are color-coded red for easy identification during the polishing process.
What is the abrasive material?
This polishing film uses high-quality aluminum oxide.
How many sheets are included in a pack?
Each package contains 10 sheets.
What are the dimensions of each sheet?
Each sheet measures 3" x 6".