{"product_id":"fiberxp-fr-scascas2-500m-sm-otdr-fiber-ring-sc-apc-sc-apc-500m","title":"FiberXP FR-SCASCAS2-500M SM OTDR Fiber Ring, SC\/APC-SC\/APC 500m","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FiberXP® FR-SCASCAS2-500M Single Mode SC\/APC to SC\/APC Fiber Ring OTDR Launch Cable is designed to facilitate accurate OTDR testing by minimizing the effect of the instrument's dead zone. By providing an extended fiber length before the fiber under test, it allows for the precise measurement of both near-end and far-end connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit features a compact, lightweight ring design with an integrated, repositionable carabiner for easy field use. It includes 500 meters (1640 feet) of Corning single-mode 9µm fiber with 1-meter pigtails, all housed within a durable protective pouch. It is an ideal solution for technicians performing network characterization and certification in various field environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDead Zone Minimization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllows for precise characterization of near-end and far-end connections by eliminating the OTDR blind spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorning Single-Mode Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUtilizes high-quality 9µm Corning fiber for consistent optical performance and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortable Ring Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures a compact 5-1\/4\" x 1\" housing that is easy to transport and handle during field testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepositionable Carabiner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes a convenient clip that allows the technician to secure the launch cable during testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Pigtails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupplied with 1-meter pigtails for immediate integration with standard test equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective Pouch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComes with a durable storage pouch to protect the fiber and connectors during transit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOTDR Testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber Optic Network Certification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLink Characterization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNear-end and Far-end Connector Analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFR-SCASCAS2-500M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Mode (Corning)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSC\/APC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSC\/APC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 meters (1640 feet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-1\/4\" x 1\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the purpose of an OTDR launch cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt provides a length of fiber that allows the OTDR to overcome its initial dead zone, enabling the technician to clearly see and measure the first connector in a link.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this compatible with single-mode systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, this unit uses Corning 9µm single-mode fiber suitable for standard single-mode network testing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre the connectors SC\/APC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, the unit is configured with SC\/APC connectors on both ends.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for measuring the far-end connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, the launch cable serves as both a launch and receive cable, which allows you to test both the first and last connectors of your fiber run.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include a storage case?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, it includes a durable pouch for protection.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fosco Connect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50809264930914,"sku":"FR-SCASCAS2-500M","price":353.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/682x607_pli_jpg.webp?v=1793478156","url":"https:\/\/www.fiberoptics4sale.com\/products\/fiberxp-fr-scascas2-500m-sm-otdr-fiber-ring-sc-apc-sc-apc-500m","provider":"Fosco Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}