Custom high-density interconnects
Optical shuffle assemblies for fiber mapping and routing
An optical shuffle is a drawing-defined multi-fiber assembly that implements a specified channel map between equipment interfaces, port groups and internal routing paths. Fiber count, mating connectors, fiber type, route and acceptance method must be confirmed for each system.
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Drawings, BOMs and existing samples are welcome
CONFIGURATION ENVELOPE
Specifications and configuration options
| Interface | Equipment-approved multi-fiber interfaces; references pending |
|---|---|
| Fiber types | Confirm against the optical link and equipment requirements |
| Fiber count | Define from the port map and approved drawing |
| Length | Configured to approved drawing |
| Testing | Test items and acceptance methods defined in the approved specification |
Insertion loss, return loss and environmental requirements depend on the complete configuration. Final acceptance limits and test methods are defined in the approved specification.
APPLICATIONS
Engineering tasks
- Backplane routing
- Port-map conversion
Recommended definition flow
- Submit interfaces, application and installation constraints
- Confirm port map, materials and test method
- Sample and mating validation
- Release volume build after drawing approval
DEFINE BEFORE YOU ORDER
Define the configuration first
These historical catalog references guide selection. Materials, performance and available configurations require project review.
- Channel mapping
- Define source and destination ports, channel IDs, orientation and one-to-one mapping; tie the map to connector views at both ends.
- Interfaces and mating parts
- Record each connector reference, position count, pins/socket, key, end face and equipment-side mating part; obtain system approval for each combination.
- Fiber construction and route
- Confirm fiber type, total count, ribbon/fanout construction, exit direction, length datum, envelope and cable restraint. Verify bend limits against the selected cable data.
- Validation and revision
- After both parties release the drawing and BOM, agree end-face inspection, lane-map/continuity checks, applicable optical tests, acceptance rules and batch records.
- Do not quote from fiber count or connector appearance alone; provide both-end port lists and a lane-by-lane map.
- Use a chassis/card drawing or 3D route to review clearance, mating access, strain relief and service path.
- Assign unique labels to each port group and keep drawing, cable labels and test records on the same revision.
Reference: Multi-Fiber Solution Catalogue (2017), printed pages 40–41 . Not an ARRANEX stock, certification or performance guarantee.
PROCUREMENT QUESTIONS
Questions before sourcing
No. It describes a system-level channel organization and routing need. Connectors, fiber count, in-equipment mounting and lane mapping are defined by the equipment interface and approved drawing.
No. Fiber count does not define end interfaces, positions per connector, channel correspondence, route or acceptance method. Freeze these fields on the drawing.
Do not assume so. They are historical illustrations; verify current equipment mating parts, interface revisions and manufacturability, then validate a sample.
Not from the cable design alone. Routing can affect equipment layout, but airflow and thermal outcomes must be validated by the system designer in the complete assembly.
Provide the application, both interfaces, fiber count, fiber type, length, quantity and installation environment. A drawing or existing sample reduces clarification cycles.
Interface combinations, port mapping, breakout lengths, jacket and labeling can be evaluated. The approved specification and drawing define the final product.
Samples and mating validation are recommended for new interfaces, complex polarity or harsh-environment projects before volume release.
Confirm test method, instrument interface, reference cable, pass/fail thresholds and report format before quotation.
Include required test items, serialisation and report format in your RFQ so data deliverables can be confirmed in the quotation and approved specification.
Submit the configuration, quantity and target date for review against current materials. Final performance, test methods and delivery dates follow the mutually approved documents.