SC-SC Single Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Adapter, Ceramic Sleeve

Overview

The FiberXP SC-SC single mode duplex adapter is designed for high-precision fiber optic interconnects. Its primary purpose is to securely mate two SC duplex fiber optic connectors, ensuring low-loss signal transmission in fiber patch panels and distribution frames.

Constructed with a durable plastic housing, this adapter features a high-grade ceramic sleeve for optimal alignment of the fiber cores. It is intended for use in enterprise networks, data centers, and telecommunications environments where single mode consistency is required.

Key Features

• Ceramic Alignment Sleeve
  Provides precise alignment of fiber ferrules to maintain low insertion loss and signal integrity.
• SC Duplex Configuration
  Standardized interface for dual-fiber applications, enabling efficient use of rack space.
• Durable Plastic Housing
  Offers lightweight yet rugged protection for the internal mating sleeve.
• Blue Housing Color
  Industry-standard color coding to identify the adapter as single mode for easy visual maintenance.
• Quick-Snap Mounting
  Designed for fast, tool-less installation into standard patch panel cutouts.
• Duplex Footprint
  Accommodates two fiber connections in a single adapter assembly.

Applications

• Telecommunications networks
• Data center patch panels
• FTTH (Fiber to the Home) distribution
• Local Area Networks (LAN)

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the ceramic sleeve?
The ceramic sleeve ensures highly accurate alignment of the fiber connector ferrules, which is critical for minimizing signal loss in single mode applications.

Is this adapter suitable for multimode fiber?
This specific model is designed for single mode fiber. Using it with multimode connectors may not provide the correct physical alignment properties.

How does this mount into a patch panel?
It features a standard snap-in design that clips securely into standard rectangular SC adapter cutouts in a fiber patch panel.

What is a duplex adapter?
A duplex adapter is designed to hold two separate fiber connections (or one duplex connector) simultaneously, doubling the density compared to a simplex adapter.

Does this include dust caps?
Fiber optic adapters typically include protective dust caps to prevent debris from entering the internal alignment sleeve when not in use.