LC Patch Cord
- Low insertion loss, high return loss;
- High environmental stability;
- Available fibre cable diameters: Φ0.9, Φ2.0, Φ3.0mm;
- Simplex, duplex or multi-fibre
- Connector Types: LC, FC, SC, ST, MU, MTRJ, E2000
- Fibre cores: Simplex, Duplex, 4 fibres, 6 fibres, 8 fibres, 12 fibres, 24 fibres, 48 fibres etc.
- Fibre Mode: Singlemode (G.652), Multimode (OM1/OM2/OM3/OM4)
- Ferrule Interface Type: UPC to UPC, APC to APC, APC to UPC
- Good exchangeability; Good Durability
- High temperature stability
- Compliant to IEC, TIA/EIA, NTT and JIS specifications
Connector Type Abbreviations:
SC – a snap-in style connector. Known for its excellent performance. Referred to as Subscriber Connectors, Square Connectors or Standard Connectors.
ST – a very popular choice connector for multimode networks. Also referred to as Straight Tip connectors, they utilize a bayonet-style coupling type, enabling a simple twist-on and twist-off installation.
FC – was at one time the most popular single mode connector type, but is now typically being replaced by SC and LC connectors. Also known as Ferrule Connectors, they utilize a screw-on coupling type to be used in high-vibration environments and are commonly used for datacom, telecom, measurement equipment and single-mode lasers.
LC – a small form factor connector−measuring half the size of an SC connector. This is a popular choice for single mode cables. Also referred to as Lucent Connectors, Little Connectors or Local Connectors, these snap-in connectors are typically used for high density connections and are compatible with plug-and-play devices such as SFP modules and XFP transceivers.
Polish Type Abbreviations:
Note: The polish type affects the amount of back reflection, also known as reflectance.
PC – Physical Contact. Polished to create a slight dome at the end of the ferrule that helps to maximize the signal being transmitted.
UPC – Ultra Physical Contact. More extensive polishing than the PC type, a greater dome shape is created that further help to maximize the signal being transmitted.
APC – Angled Physical Contact. Polished at an angle rather than a dome shape. This is the most efficient polish type.