DELOCK fiber optic POF plastic cable HFBR 4532-4532Z simplex ST to ST 3 m

DELOCK fiber optic POF plastic cable HFBR 4532-4532Z simplex ST to ST 3 m is a 3-metre polymer optical fibre (POF) cable terminated with HFBR-compatible simplex connectors at both ends and fitted into ST-style housings. It is intended for short-range multimode optical links and for use with Avago/Broadcom (formerly Agilent/Avago) transmitters and receivers. The 1 mm POF core supports low-cost, interference-resistant data or multimedia transmission in industrial, commercial and home environments where ST optical interfaces are required.

Advantages

This POF cable provides a simple, robust connection for short-distance multimode optical links. The 1 mm plastic fibre core is tolerant to bending and handling compared with glass fibres, enabling easier installation in constrained or non-specialist environments. The HFBR 4532–4532Z connector pairing and ST-style housings ensure compatibility with a range of Avago/Broadcom Versatile Link devices and similar transceiver modules. Dust protection caps reduce contamination risk at the connector interfaces and the specified insertion loss below 2.4 dB supports reliable low-loss transmission within the cable's intended range.

Suitable for

• Short-range multimode data links and multimedia transmission
• Industrial or factory networks requiring robust POF connections
• Home networking where ST interfaces or Avago/Broadcom transceivers are used
• Interconnections between compatible HFBR transmitter and receiver modules

When it may not be suitable

This POF cable is not intended for long-distance optical links or applications requiring single-mode glass fibre performance. It is designed for polymer optical fibre with a 1 mm core and therefore will not provide the bandwidth or reach of single-mode fibre systems used in telecom backbones or long-haul networks. It also requires compatible HFBR/Avago/Broadcom ST-style transceivers; without matching interfaces an adapter or different cable type will be necessary.

Key specifications

• Cable type: plastic optical fibre (POF), multimode
• Core diameter: 1 mm
• Connector type: HFBR 4532–4532Z simplex terminated in ST male housings on both ends
• Length: 3 m
• Typical insertion loss: < 2.4 dB
• Includes dust protection caps on connectors

How to use

Connect each end of the POF cable to the corresponding HFBR-compatible transmitter and receiver modules or ST-style ports, ensuring dust caps are removed before insertion. Align the connector housings and push until the connector locks or seats firmly in the port. Keep bends above the minimum bend radius specified by the POF manufacturer to avoid excessive attenuation. For best results, inspect and, if necessary, clean connector end faces before mating. When disconnecting, pull on the connector housing rather than the cable jacket to avoid stress on the fibre.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm compatibility with the transmitters/receivers or transceiver modules (Avago/Broadcom HFBR family and ST-style interfaces)
• Assess whether polymer optical fibre (POF) meets your bandwidth and distance requirements versus glass single-mode/multimode fibre
• Verify required cable length and environmental conditions (bend radius, temperature, mechanical stress)

Usage recommendations

Use this DELOCK HFBR 4532-4532Z POF cable for short-range, low-cost multimode connections where ST-style interfaces and Avago/Broadcom compatible transceivers are present. Store with dust caps fitted when not in use, avoid sharp bends, and check connector cleanliness to maintain low insertion loss and reliable signal transmission.