1 Scope
2 References
3 Definitions
3.1 Terms defined elsewhere
3.2 Terms defined in this Recommendation
4 Abbreviations and acronyms
5 Conventions
6 General information
7 Types and configurations
7.1 Fibre types
7.2 Cable types
7.3 Fibre alignment system
7.4 Fibre and ferrule end-face finish
7.5 Coupling mechanism
8 Characterization parameter definitions
8.1 Optical parameters
8.2 Mechanical parameters
8.3 Environmental parameters
9 Performance criteria and test methods
9.1 Optical performance requirements
9.2 Mechanical performance requirements
9.3 Environmental performance requirements
10 Connector identification
Appendix I – Overview of international and regional conventions for colour
coding of single-mode fibre optic connectors
Appendix II – Methodology for estimating reflectance from optical connector
end-face contamination
Bibliography