FONN

VERSATILE, MULTI-PURPOSE

PINLESS SUBSEA CONNECTOR

Fonn represents the convergence of patented high-speed microwave-based data transfer technology with innovative power transfer techniques. 250 W power transfer provides a solution for many tooling applications and mid-range power requirements, facilitating new possibilities for the subsea industry.

Comparative Advantages

WiSub pinless connectors transfer data through seawater at much higher data rates than many other existing non-contact subsea communications methods, being based on WiSub-patented high-speed, high-frequency microwave electronics vs. low-frequency RF, inductive or acoustic technologies.
Advantages over legacy “plug-in” wet-mate connectors include galvanic separation, alignment freedom, immunity against seal contamination and unlimited mating cycles.

WiSub pinless connectors are unaffected by acoustic disturbance and turbidity, or by marine growth that might affect optical systems. Driving electronics and transducers are optimized for through-water transmissions. Low-frequency inductive power transfer and high-frequency data transfer solutions peacefully co-existing without interference.

BASE FEATURES

Dimensions (mm)

Mechanical Packaging, Handling and Penetration/Connection Options

FLEXIBLE OPERATIONAL TOLERANCES

WiSub pinless connectors overcome sub-millimeter tolerances to offer centimeter tolerances on your subsea connection applications, enabling subsea solutions never before possible with pinned connectors.

360 degree Continuous Rotation Tolerance

Angular Misalignment Tolerance

Cross Axis Tolerance

Gap Tolerance

Strength through Collaboration

WiSub has developed solutions in partnership with industry, academia and government. If our products do not match your current needs, please contact us with your requirements and perhaps learn what’s coming down the line. Development of next-generation product is ongoing.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DATA TRANSFER(via microwave link)
Data rate 600Mbpsab
Data type Ethernet and Serial (RS232, RS422, RS485)a
POWER TRANSFER(via inductive link)
Power input 24 VDC, Reverse polarity protected, or
115-264 VAC/150-350 VDC
Power output c 24 VDC ±10%, 250W
Distance 0 to 10 mm
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES Fonn Transmitter Tx Fonn Receiver Rx
Weight in air 8.4 kg 9 kg
Weight in water 3.1 kg 3.8 kg
Housing Aluminium u Aluminium u
Encapsulation Atmospheric r Atmospheric r
w Bandwith is shared between data types; maximum serial baudrate 230 kbps
a Options include serial, video or customer-specified data format
b Note that combined misalignments, water salinity level and temperature will affect data transfer performance
c Customer defined power requirements can be accommodated, including alternative voltage output (e.g. 12 VDC, 48 VDC)
u Customer-specified materials for housing are possible including 316 or Duplex SS, beryllium copper or titanium
r Optional encapsulation possible including PBOF (pressure-balanced, oil-filled) with DC200 silicone oil or suitable customer specified
oil; external compensator requiredSystem may require heatsink if long operation required in air

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