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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


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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