{"product_id":"fiberxp-sc-apc-sc-apc-fiber-patch-cable-single-mode-duplex-5m","title":"FiberXP SC\/APC-SC\/APC Fiber Patch Cable Single Mode Duplex, 5m","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FiberXP SC\/APC to SC\/APC single-mode fiber optic patch cable is a duplex jumper designed for high-precision optical networking. Engineered for applications requiring low back reflection, this cable features angle-polished (APC) connectors to minimize signal return loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed with a durable 2.8mm PVC jacket, this patch cable is suitable for standard indoor data center environments and equipment interconnects. Each unit is factory-tested to ensure performance standards for insertion loss and reflectance, providing a dependable interface for critical fiber links.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAngle-Polished Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSC\/APC connectors provide superior return loss performance compared to standard UPC connectors, ideal for sensitive high-speed applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuplex Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo-fiber design allows for bidirectional data transmission, streamlining installation in dual-channel network setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Tested\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach cable is individually tested for insertion loss and back reflection to ensure operational consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust 2.8mm Jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures a 2.8mm PVC outer jacket providing protection against mechanical stress during routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Mode Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimized for long-distance, high-bandwidth signal transmission in telecommunications and data networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrecise 5-meter length ensures uniform deployment across patch panels and rack-mounted equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelecommunications networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData center interconnections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFTTH (Fiber to the Home)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCATV systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive optical networks (PON)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\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\u003ePC553DS005\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\u003eFiber Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDuplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJacket Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the APC polish mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAPC stands for Angled Physical Contact. The connector end-face is polished at an 8-degree angle to significantly reduce back reflection by reflecting light into the cladding instead of back toward the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be used with standard SC\/UPC ports?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. SC\/APC and SC\/UPC connectors are not physically compatible. The angled end-face of an APC connector will not mate properly with a flat UPC connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this cable suitable for outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cable is typically intended for indoor use. 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