{"product_id":"ge-cr215pex01a-fiber-optic-cable","title":"GE CR215PEX01A Fiber-Optic Cable","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE CR215PEX01A\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eCR215PEX01\u003c\/strong\u003e Fiber-Optic Cable, operates as a dedicated hardware component for optical signal transmission within industrial communication networks. It handles high-speed light transmission across a 1.0 mm plastic optical fiber core to link field sensors, controllers, and optical transceivers. The assembly maintains low attenuation during dynamic flexing cycles without signal degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCR215PEX01A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE (General Electric)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA \/ Assembled in USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 meters (1500 mm) length, 2.2 mm cable diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to +70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive optical component (0.2 dB\/m attenuation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber-Optic Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic optical fiber (POF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJacket Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack polyethylene\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVersatile Link (snap-lock), 2 connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Wavelength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e650 nm (red LED)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 10 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsertion Loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 dB maximum per connector, \u0026lt;1.8 dB total end-to-end loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Transmission Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Bend Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMating Cycles Durability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 cycles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChemical Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOils, coolants, mild acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolarity Sensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (orientation free)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication Velocity \u0026amp; Firmware Flash Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE CR215PEX01A\u003c\/strong\u003e cable assembly provides deterministic physical layer transmission for high-speed protocols, supporting backplane bus communication velocity across linked PLC racks and distributed nodes. Operating at a 650 nm optical wavelength, the plastic optical fiber maintains full firmware flash compatibility and data integrity at transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps. Its passive physical layer architecture eliminates backplane bus delay and preserves signal propagation stability across varied operational sweep rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the minimum bend radius specification for the CR215PEX01A optical cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cable supports a minimum bend radius of 25 mm for long-term operational reliability without causing optical attenuation or structural failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many mating cycles can the Versatile Link snap-lock connectors withstand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory-terminated Versatile Link connectors endure up to 1,000 mating cycles without performance loss or mechanical retention degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the CR215PEX01A cable assembly exhibit polarity sensitivity during field termination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The cable assembly features an orientation-free design with no polarity sensitivity, simplifying connection to compatible 650 nm optical transceivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Inspect and clean both connector optical end faces with isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free optical wipe before insertion to prevent dust-induced signal attenuation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Engagement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Align the Versatile Link connector with the optical transceiver port and push firmly until an audible snap indicates complete locking engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Routing Limits\u003c\/strong\u003e: Route the black polyethylene jacket clear of sharp metal edges, high-temperature heat sources, and tight structural corners, maintaining the 25 mm minimum bend radius.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Strain Avoidance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prevent excessive tensile pull force on the outer jacket during installation to avoid physical stretch damage to the 1.0 mm POF core.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Confirm that exposure to industrial fluids remains within rated chemical resistance limits for oils, coolants, and mild acids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"GE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45434639286387,"sku":"CR215PEX01A","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/CR215PEX01A_1200x1200_d91f311a-b65c-4068-b4e9-4494515d2651.jpg?v=1788314189","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/ar\/products\/ge-cr215pex01a-fiber-optic-cable","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}