BIRNS, Inc. now offers two standard hybrid pin configurations for electro-optical hybrid connectors: the BIRNS Millennium™ 3T and 3O. The versatile new options in the acclaimed BIRNS Millennium connector series provide high performance, technologically advanced solutions to deliver maximum data and power for extreme depth applications.

The BIRNS Millennium 3T can handle both high voltage (≤ 3.6Kv) and low voltage (≤600v) conductors— users can specify a wide range of configurations with up to 31 electrical wires and up to 10 optical fibers. The BIRNS Millennium 3O has a single optical fiber, with the capability of handling up to 10 electrical wires. Both unique standard hybrids are available in single or multi-mode, and provide incredibly low data loss—typical loss recorded for a cable assembly of the series is <1dB, in accordance with ANSI/TIA/EIA-455 for fiber optic return loss test procedures.

“In the last decade, BIRNS has been leading the industry with electrical, fiber optic and hybrid connector innovations. Creating a standard hybrid series is the next logical evolution of the way we continue to shape this new technology,” says Eric Birns, President and CEO. “By offering these two standard solutions which can be customized to fit a wide range of pin configurations, we can provide versatility and performance, along with short lead times, that are unparalleled in the industry—and perfect for the majority of our customers’ specific needs.”

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