Datasheet
FTL-1319-3D Long-Wavelength GBIC Specification – November 2007 F i n i s a r
© Finisar Corporation November 16, 2007 Rev. C3 Page 8
IX. Mechanical Specifications
Finisar GBICs are compatible with the mechanical specifications outlined in the GBIC
Specification Revision 5.5, Section 6
1
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Insertion, Extraction, and
Retention Forces
Parameter Symbol Min Typ Max Units Notes/Conditions
GBIC insertion F
I
0 20 Newtons ~4.5 lbs
GBIC extraction F
E
0 15 Newtons ~3.3 lbs
GBIC retention F
R
130 N/A Newtons Straight out ~29.3 lbs
Table 10. Insertion, extraction, and retention forces
Figure 1. GBIC outline drawing