Overview

This document applies to circulators used in the field of fibre optics bearing all of the following features: - they are non-reciprocal optical devices, in which each port is either an optical fibre or fibre optic connector; - they are passive devices in accordance with the categorization and definition provided in IEC/TS 62538; - they have three or more ports for directionally transmitting optical power. The requirements define: - the classification; - the documentation, including testing and measurement, as well as the instructions for use; - the standardization references; - the design principles; - the quality; - the requirements for operating performance; - the labeling and inscriptions; - the packaging and storage; and - the safety aspects. There are no restrictions in the scope of the document. This document increases investment security for manufacturers and users through its application and provides defined specifications for testing laboratories and manufacturers for testing.

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Responsible national committee

DKE/UK 412.7 - LWL-Verbindungstechnik und passive optische Komponenten