What is Field Assembly Connector (FAOC)？

A Field Assembly Connector (FAOC), also known as a fast connector, is an essential passive device used in modern FTTH (Fiber to the Home) and ODN (Optical Distribution Network) deployments. Unlike pre-assembled patch cords, FAOCs allow installers to terminate fibers directly in the field, providing a quick, reliable, and cost-efficient solution for network cabling and maintenance.

FAOCs are pre-embedded fiber type connectors designed with mechanical splice technology, ensuring precision fiber alignment and stable optical performance. This makes them a preferred choice for telecom operators, ISPs, municipalities, and enterprises looking to deploy or expand fiber networks efficiently.

Types of Field Assembly Connectors

Jera Fiber’s FAOC product line covers multiple connector types and cable compatibility options:

• Connector interfaces: SC, LC, FC
• Cable compatibility: 250µm, 900µm, 2.0mm, 3.0mm cables
• Fiber types: Singlemode & Multimode
• Polish types: UPC or APC ferrules

This wide compatibility ensures FAOCs can be flexibly applied in diverse network projects, from residential FTTH drops to enterprise LAN installations.

Key Advantages of Field Assembly Connectors

Using FAOCs delivers multiple benefits compared to traditional fiber termination methods:

• ✅ No need for factory-pre-assembled patch cords
• ✅ Fast, tool-assisted installation in the field
• ✅ Customizable cable length to match deployment needs
• ✅ Available in SC, LC, APC, UPC variants
• ✅ No field polishing required

These advantages are achieved thanks to:

• Mechanical splice technology for precise fiber alignment
• Factory pre-cleaved fiber stub ensuring low insertion loss
• Proprietary index-matching gel reducing reflection

In short, FAOCs save time, reduce costs, and increase reliability in fiber optic installations.

Applications of FAOC

Field assembly connectors are widely used in:

• FTTH / FTTR / FTTA ODN networks
• Video surveillance (CCTV)
• LAN and enterprise networks
• Data center connections
• Fiber optic maintenance and repair in the field

With the growing demand for high-speed broadband, FAOCs are playing a critical role in ensuring fast deployment, easy maintenance, and cost-efficient upgrades.

How FAOCs Simplify Fiber Installation

One of the most important advantages of FAOCs is that they eliminate the need for manual polishing during installation.

Step-by-step installation process:

1. Prepare the FAOC for assembly
2. Insert the screw cap into the drop cable
3. Strip 45mm of the fiber coating
4. Cleave the fiber at 12mm
5. Insert the fiber into the connector guide until a slight bend forms
6. Secure the fiber core with the holder
7. Tighten the screw cap and close the boot cover
8. Attach the housing to complete the connection

This process allows even field technicians with limited training to achieve high-quality terminations within minutes.

Why FAOC is the Connector of Choice in FTTH Networks

• High bandwidth support → perfectly suited for long-distance passive optical networks
• Flexibility and convenience → field installers can adapt quickly to on-site conditions
• Ease of maintenance → quick repair or extension without specialized tools
• Cost-effectiveness → reduces installation time and labor cost significantly

As FTTH adoption continues to grow worldwide, FAOCs are considered the standard choice for reliable fiber connectivity.

Why Choose Jera Fiber’s FAOC?

At Jera Line, we are a professional fiber optic drop cable and connectivity solutions manufacturer based in China, near Ningbo Port, enabling fast and cost-efficient global delivery.

Our FAOC product range includes:

• SC/UPC fast connector
• SC/APC fast connector
• Type 10 SC/UPC fast connector
• Type 10 SC/APC fast connector

Why customers choose Jera Fiber:

• ✅ Proven quality – manufactured under ISO-certified processes
• ✅ Competitive pricing – cost-effective for mass FTTH deployment
• ✅ OEM production – customized solutions available
• ✅ Responsive service – technical support & fast lead time

By integrating Jera Fiber FAOCs into your FTTH ODN deployment, you can achieve faster rollout, better network reliability, and reduced project costs.

Contact us today to request samples, quotations, or technical consultation. Our team of fiber optic specialists is ready to support your projects.