SENKO’s SN® Connector Achieves IEC 61754-36 Standardization, Cementing its Role in Next-Gen Optical Networks

SN® Standardized by IEC
SENKO’s industry-leading VSFF connector, the SN®, is standardized under IEC 61754-36, enabling global interoperability and accelerating adoption across AI, Data Center, and Telecom networks.

Hudson, MA – May 2025 – SENKO Advanced Components, a global leader in fiber optic connectivity, proudly announces that its SN® Connector has been officially standardized by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) under the designation IEC 61754-36. This achievement marks a major milestone for the industry and confirms the SN connector as a globally recognized interface for Very Small Form Factor (VSFF) optical connectivity.

As the pioneer and industry leader in VSFF connectivity, SENKO holds the broadest portfolio of patents and products in this category. The SN connector was developed to meet the exponential growth in bandwidth demand, especially in high-density applications such as AI/ML clusters, hyperscale data centers, and next-generation telecom networks.

“This standardization by the IEC not only validates the SN connector’s technical excellence but also paves the way for global interoperability and widespread adoption,” said Abubakar Bhatti, International Standards Manager at SENKO. “SENKO continues to lead the charge in VSFF innovation, enabling our customers to scale faster, deploy more efficiently, and prepare for the future of high-speed networking.”

Benefits of IEC 61754-36 Standardization

Standardization through IEC ensures that SN connector technology now serves as a common reference point for OEMs, transceiver vendors, network operators, and integrators worldwide. This delivers critical benefits:
• Guaranteed Interoperability – Certified compatibility across multi-vendor ecosystems
• Supply Chain Stability – Future-proof sourcing and design assurance
• Simplified Deployment – Lower integration risk and reduced installation complexity

As stated by the IEC, international standards “help ensure the safety, reliability, and interoperability of technologies” while driving down costs, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing trust in global supply chains.

Why SN®? Unmatched Performance in a Compact Footprint

Engineered specifically to meet the density and performance needs of 400G, 800G, and 1.6T applications, the SN® connector delivers key advantages:
• Up to 3x Higher Port Density – Compared to traditional LC duplex interfaces
• Fast Connector Access – The EZ-Way pullable boot on the SN connector makes insertion and removal fast and easy
• Carrier Grade Performance – The SN leverages the same ceramic ferrules used in the LC connector and the majority of the world’s networks
• Optimized for Spine/Leaf and Multi-Port Transceivers – Ideal for high-radix switch deployments and breakout configurations in next-gen data center architectures
• Smaller Footprint, Greener Impact – Less material, reduced thermal load, and more efficient space usage

With the IEC 61754-36 designation, the SN® connector now stands alongside other global fiber connector standards as a future-ready solution for modern optical infrastructure.

关于 SENKO Advanced Components

SENKO Advanced Components is a global leader in optical interconnect solutions, with a proven track record of pioneering innovation in fiber optic connectivity. SENKO is the industry’s foremost developer of Very Small Form Factor (VSFF) technology, holding the broadest IP and product portfolio in the space. From data centers to telecom and AI networks, SENKO’s high-performance solutions are redefining what’s possible in fiber connectivity.

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