{"product_id":"afl-2900-58-0003mr-upc-to-apc-otdr-connector-port-saver-1","title":"AFL 2900-58-0003MR UPC-to-APC OTDR Connector, Port Saver","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AFL 2900-58-0003MR is a field-replaceable OTDR connector designed to serve as a port saver for optical test equipment. It features a UPC female interface for connecting to the test unit and an APC male interface for the fiber link, providing a critical buffer to prevent damage to the instrument's internal ferrules during frequent mating cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis port saver is constructed for quick, tool-free installation and is designed to accommodate interchangeable SC, LC, FC, and ST connector adapters from the FlexScan 2900-50 series. It is intended for use in field environments, offering an easy-to-identify color-coded system to ensure correct port orientation, ultimately helping to minimize expensive factory repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC to APC Conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecifically designed to convert a UPC-based OTDR port to an APC interface for improved connection compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtends the life of the instrument's main port by absorbing wear and tear during repeated testing operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField-Replaceable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllows for rapid replacement in the field, eliminating the downtime and costs associated with manufacturer repairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-Free Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEngineered for simple, fast mounting onto the OTDR unit without the need for specialized tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterchangeable Adapters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFully compatible with FlexScan 2900-50 series connector adapters for SC, LC, FC, and ST configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor-Coded Identification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures blue (UPC female) and green (APC male) bands for clear visual identification of port types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Insertion Loss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaintains high signal integrity with an insertion loss of ≤ 0.75 dB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled Reflectance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOperates with a reflectance of ≤ -45 dB to support accurate OTDR traces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField fiber optic testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFTTH network troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOTDR port maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePON (Passive Optical Network) validation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexScan FS200 series OTDR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexScan FS300 series OTDR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTS100 series FTTH PON Troubleshooter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical 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Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the purpose of this device?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt protects the expensive internal ferrule of your OTDR port by acting as a sacrificial connection point that can be easily replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this require tools to install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is designed for tool-free, quick installation on compatible test units.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color coding does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt uses a blue band to signify the UPC female (OTDR-facing) end and a green band to signify the APC male (fiber-facing) end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it compatible with all FlexScan OTDRs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is compatible with FlexScan FS200 and FS300 series, as well as the TS100 FTTH PON Troubleshooter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat connectors are supported with this 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