Duplex LC APC to LC APC Fiber Optic Patch Cables

Introduction

L-Com Duplex LC APC to LC APC fiber optic patch cables provide dependable single-mode optical connections for high-performance communications networks. Built with OS2 9/125 μm fiber and angled physical contact (APC) LC connectors, these cables are designed to support low-reflection, long-distance fiber links.

Part Description

These duplex fiber optic patch cables feature LC APC connectors on both ends, allowing two optical fibers to be connected in a compact cable assembly. The APC connector polish helps reduce back reflection, making the cables well suited to sensitive optical transmission equipment and high-speed network infrastructure.

Key characteristics include:

• Single-mode OS2 9/125 μm optical fiber
• Duplex construction for paired transmit and receive paths
• LC APC to LC APC connector configuration
• 2 mm yellow cable jacket for easy single-mode fiber identification
• OFNR-rated PVC jacket for riser-rated installations
• Available in multiple cable lengths
• Designed for telecom, networking, data center, and demanding fiber-optic applications

Applications

Potential applications include:

• Fiber backbone connections
• Telecommunications equipment interconnects
• Data center cross-connects
• Fiber distribution panels and patch bays
• Optical network terminals and line terminals
• Campus and building network links
• Fiber-to-the-home and fiber-to-the-premises deployments
• High-speed Ethernet and optical transceiver connections
• Test and measurement equipment connections
• Enterprise network infrastructure

Industries

These fiber optic patch cables can be used in:

• Telecommunications
• Data centers
• Information technology
• Cloud computing
• Internet service providers
• Broadcasting and media
• Healthcare networks
• Education and research institutions
• Industrial automation
• Government and public infrastructure
• Financial services
• Security and surveillance systems

Usage Ideas

1. Data Center Fiber Patch Link
   Use a duplex LC APC cable to connect a single-mode optical transceiver in a network switch to a fiber patch panel.

2. Telecom Equipment Interconnection
   Connect optical transport equipment, fiber distribution frames, or network access hardware within a telecom equipment room.

3. Campus Network Backbone Extension
   Create a short fiber connection between a building backbone termination panel and a core network switch using APC-terminated OS2 fiber.

Conclusion

L-Com Duplex LC APC to LC APC fiber optic patch cables offer a practical solution for reliable single-mode optical connectivity. Their OS2 fiber construction, low-reflection APC connectors, duplex design, and OFNR-rated jacket make them suitable for telecom networks, data centers, enterprise infrastructure, and other high-performance fiber installations.