{"product_id":"fluke-networks-mmc-62-5-stst-multimode-st-st-launch-cable-62-5um","title":"Fluke Networks MMC-62.5-STST Multimode ST\/ST Launch Cable 62.5um","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fluke Networks MMC-62.5-STST is a high-quality multimode launch cable engineered for precision fiber optic network installation, inspection, and troubleshooting. By providing a controlled launch condition, this cable allows technicians to accurately measure the end-to-end insertion loss of fiber optic links using an OTDR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for reliability in demanding field environments, this cable features a 62.5\/125µm core\/cladding diameter to ensure compatibility with standard multimode fiber systems. With a length of 105 meters, it provides the necessary distance for effective OTDR dead-zone management and precise link characterization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultimode Fiber Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimized for 62.5\/125µm fiber systems, ensuring accurate test results on legacy multimode network infrastructure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eST\/ST Connector Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures industry-standard ST connectors on both ends for secure and reliable connection to patch panels and test equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOTDR Dead-Zone Mitigation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eActs as a launch lead to allow the OTDR to overcome the initial dead zone, enabling the measurement of the first connector pair in a link.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Network Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEssential tool for verifying high-speed network installations, ensuring low loss and high signal integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEngineered to minimize reflectance and insertion loss, providing repeatable measurements for consistent troubleshooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConstructed to withstand the rigors of field use in data centers and outside plant environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOTDR testing and certification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber optic link troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd-to-end insertion loss measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork installation verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData center fiber infrastructure maintenance\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\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluke Networks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMMC-62.5-STST\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e044X317\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultimode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore\/Cladding Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62.5\/125µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e105 Meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eST\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eST\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\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the primary purpose of this launch cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cable is used with an OTDR to measure the total loss of a fiber link and to allow the OTDR to see the first connector in a system by overcoming the instrument's dead zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this cable compatible with 50µm fiber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, this model is specifically designed for 62.5\/125µm multimode fiber. Using it with 50µm fiber will cause significant launch loss and inaccurate test results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the ST\/ST designation mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt indicates that the cable has ST-style connectors on both ends, which are common in many legacy multimode fiber systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the length 105 meters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 105-meter length is sufficient to provide enough distance for the OTDR to stabilize and clearly identify the first connection in a network link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be used for cleaning fiber connectors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, this is a test cable. 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