Duncan S.C. – August 21, 2023 | AFL will showcase its latest products at Fiber Connect 2023 at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, FL. These include the Apex® X-3, a new addition to the Apex family of fiber optic splice closures, and the LL-5D Optical Splicing and Distribution Enclosure (LL-5D) among other products and solutions that build and support a  Converged Access Network.

Built to be expandable, flexible and accessible, AFL’s Converged Access Network is designed to meet the growing demands of the future. AFL’s solutions can help build a network in a range of application areas, including 5G Fronthaul/Backhaul, FTTX and Multiple Dwelling Unit/Multiple Tenant Units (MXU).

On the show floor, AFL will introduce the Apex X-3, the largest in its family of splice closures, which has a maximum capacity of 5,184 fibers, when using 200 µm SpiderWeb Ribbon® (SWR®). The initial launch of Apex splice closures introduced the X-2 and X-2S models, which have maximum capacities of and 3,456 and 1,728 fibers, respectively, when using 200 µm SWR. With its wedge-based sealing system, the cable strain relief allows a cable to be installed into the closure and sealed in seconds, reducing overall installation time.

LL-5D Optical Splicing and Distribution Enclosure is designed for organizing, splicing and interconnecting fibers in broadband FTTx, distribution and building entrance applications. The LL-5D features a durable outdoor polymer-based material engineered to ensure strength and durability. Additionally, the LL-5D has an ambidextrous removeable door that can be easily reinstalled for left or right hinged applications. It can also support up to 144 single fiber splices with the use of a pre-molded splice tray and two additional Apex X-2S universal splice trays.

AFL is showcasing full range of Converged Network solutions, including Switchblade® Fiber Containment Vault, Fujikura 90S+ and 90R Fusion Splicers as well as test and inspection products. Visit AFL in booth #16 to see demonstrations and to learn more about AFL’s products and solutions.

About AFL
Founded in 1984, AFL is an international manufacturer providing end-to-end solutions to the energy, service provider, enterprise, hyperscale and industrial markets. The company’s products are in use in over 130 countries and include fiber optic cable and hardware, transmission and substation accessories, outside plant equipment, connectivity, test and inspection equipment, fusion splicers and training. AFL also offers a wide variety of services supporting data center, enterprise, wireless and outside plant applications.

Headquartered in Spartanburg, SC, AFL has operations in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujikura Ltd. of Japan. For more information, visit www.AFLglobal.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and read our blog. 

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