Amphenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI), headquartered in Allen, Texas, is a full-service fiber optic company specializing in the design and manufacture of fiber optic connectivity products and systems for harsh environments in defense, aerospace, and industrial markets. Products include fiber optic cable assemblies, mil-spec circular connectors with fiber optic contacts, expanded-beam connectors for contamination-prone or high-shock environments, hybrid fiber and copper connectors, and fiber optic termini for avionics and vehicle platforms. Technologies addressed include fiber optics, harsh-environment ruggedization, expanded-beam transmission, and high-speed data via fiber for airborne, naval, and ground installations. Capabilities include design and engineering support, custom fabrication and manufacturing, performance and environmental testing, and technical training and field support for installation teams. Defense and aerospace engineers specifying expanded-beam connectors, mil-spec fiber termini, or hybrid fiber and copper assemblies for tactical vehicles, naval vessels, or aircraft can review product configurations at fibersystems.com or through the Amphenol M&A listing at amphenolmao.com.
Rugged Fiber Optic MT Connectors
Rugged multi‑fiber MT connector system derived from MIL‑PRF‑28876, offering sealed aluminum or stainless‑steel housings, 12–192 fiber capacity, and harsh‑environment performance for defense, aerospace, and industrial optical networks.
Small Form Factor MT Fiber Optic Connectors
Miniature D‑sub MT fiber‑optic connectors from Amphenol Fiber Systems International providing up to 64 fibers in a compact IP68‑sealed housing with aluminum or stainless‑steel shells for high‑density optical links in harsh environments.
VITA, OpenVPX & SOSA-Aligned MT Fiber Optic Connectors
Rugged VITA 87 circular MT connectors from Amphenol Fiber Systems combine MIL‑DTL‑38999 Series III mechanical design with high‑density optical performance for SOSA‑aligned and OpenVPX systems, supporting up to 192 fiber channels in defense and aerospace networks.
