{"product_id":"afl-fr-smf-150-usc-usc-single-mode-otdr-fiber-ring-sc-sc-150m","title":"AFL FR-SMF-150-USC-USC Single Mode OTDR Fiber Ring SC-SC, 150m","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AFL FR-SMF-150-USC-USC Fiber Ring is a specialized OTDR launch and receive cable designed for accurate fiber optic link characterization. By providing a controlled length of fiber, it allows an OTDR to measure the insertion loss and reflectance of the near-end and far-end connections without the typical dead zone limitations associated with direct connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed with 150 meters of high-quality G.652 single mode fiber, the assembly is housed in a rugged, lightweight, and compact ring case. 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