DiaFlex System

Product catalog summary

Overview
DiaFlex is a flexible fan-out solution combining a fiber whip and a multi-fiber connector, accommodating up to 24 fibers. It is designed for outdoor cables and features replaceable whips.

Applications
DiaFlex is ideal for scenarios requiring pre-assembled systems and reduced installation times, such as temporary installations, small pipes or cable ducts, and situations where expensive splices are to be avoided. It is also suitable for upgrades or retrofits.

Advantages

Replaceable fiber whips and protective cap with feed-in eye.
IP68 protection class.
Easy on-site use without expensive splicing.
Robust metal fiber divider and flexible use due to small diameter.
Customizable connector types and cable lengths.
Significant time savings during installation, with reduced error rates.

Specifications
DiaFlex can be integrated into a pre-assembled 19” FlexPatch version, supporting up to 48 fibers and various connector types. Installation is simplified as the installer only needs to connect the DiaFlex male.

Future Interventions
FlexPatch can be easily replaced without needing to replace the fixed building cable.

Application Examples

Rack to Rack
Permanent Installation
Building to Building
Under floor distribution to server rooms

Additional Information
For more details on technical specifications, cable specifications, dimensions, available configurations, and ordering, refer to the Diamond website.

Catalog excerpts

DiaFlex System Flexible Fan-Out solution

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DiaFlex is a combination of a fiber whip and a multi-fiber (MFS) connector up to 24 fibers It is a unique Fan-Out with replaceable whips for Outdoor cable  Everywhere a pre-assembled system is needed and the installation time must be reduced

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When is the use of the DiaFlex worthwhile  We recommend this product if... … flexibility is required, e.g. in temporary installations. … pipes or cable ducts are small. … you do not want to use expensive splices. … connections have to be upgraded or retrofitted. … a preassembled solution is required.

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Advantages Replaceable fiber whips  Protective cap with feed-in eye  IP class: IP68  Simple to use on site and no expensive splicing work necessary  Robust metal fiber divider  Flexible use thanks to the small external diameter  Client-specific connector types and cable lengths  Time saving on site (example):  DiaFlex with protective and feed-in cap  Splice of 48 fibers into a FlexPatch:  48 connections into a FlexPatch:  Connection of 2 DiaFlex:  Comparison Standard Fan-Out / DiaFlex Error reduction:  Splice or connection errors:  DiaFlex connections:

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SINGLE MODE 8° APC (not 24 channels) UNITS TEST CONDITIONS Insertion Loss (IL) Return Loss (RL) Repeatability of IL Service life Operating temperature Storage temperature Cable retention (Multi fiber cable side) * Measured with high precision reflectometer ** May be further limited by cable specifications

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DiaFlex into FlexPatch  As pre-assembled 19” FlexPatch version  Up to 48 fibers  Integration of 1 or 2 DiaFlex (12 or 24 fibers)  All types of connectors on fan-out side available   The installer does not need to open the FlexPatch  The installer must only connect the DiaFlex male  Futures Interventions  FlexPatch can be replaced easily  No need to replace the fixed building cable (male side)

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