The LX.5 connector, introduced by ADC in l997, doubles the density of fibre termination equipment by allowing two fibres instead of one to fit into the standard SC adapter footprint. Within specific applications, the LX.5 connector offers superior safety and technical performance. Under a licensing agreement since 1999, HUBER+SUHNER Group has manufactured the LX.5 connectors for the EMEA market (Europe/Middle East/Africa).

Outstanding service
"We consider the cooperation with ADC KRONE on the LX.5 components as a strong push toward more market share for this innovative product," said Urs Ryffel, COO of the Fiber Optics Division for The HUBER+SUHNER Group. "The combined market access of these two leading fibre optic companies will offer our customers outstanding service and unlimited availability of the LX.5 connectors." LX.5 Connectors Special Features: Safety: A metallic shutter on the connector and adapter automatically closes for dust protection and eye safety in high power applications.'Snap-on' Connector: The integrated locking mechanism allows quick matings and prevents accidental disconnection. LX.5 Connector Design: The one piece design and the precise connector alignment guarantee high mechanical stability of the connection. In addition, the LX.5 fibre connector complies with International Interface Standards: IEC 61754-23 (CD) and TIA/EIA 604-13.

A variety of applications
The LX.5 fibre connector components will be offered throughout EMEA and can be used in a variety of applications such as telecommunications networks, patching and distribution equipment or Fibre-To-The-Home (FTTH) deployments. "HUBER+SUHNER is ideal to work with in this area," said Carsten Storbeck, director of Carrier Product Management for ADC KRONE. "We look forward to working with a very reliable and competent company who like ADC KRONE, has a strong EMEA presence. Our cooperative effort will help us better serve our customers and will be mutually beneficial for both companies."

About ADC KRONE
ADC serves its customers as ADC KRONE in the Europe/Middle East/Africa, Asia-Pacific regions of the world. ADC KRONE provides the network infrastructure equipment and services needed to deliver voice, video, Internet and data communications around the world. Wireline, wireless, cable, enterprise, and broadcast network operators rely on ADC offerings to deliver bandwidth intensive, high-speed services to residential, business and mobile subscribers. ADC (NASDAQ: ADCT) has sales into more than 130 countries.