LC UPC to LC UPC Duplex Bend Insensitive OS2 Fiber Patch Cable
For Tanzanian site work, correct product selection should be followed by careful transport, connector inspection and retention of the fiber records. This OS2 fiber patch cable carries a LC UPC interface on one end and a LC UPC interface on the other, factory terminated on OS2 glass and optically tested as a complete unit. The duplex zipcord build keeps the transmit and receive strands paired in one unit for fast, error-free patching.
Product Highlights
- G.657.A2 Bend Insensitive Fiber with 7.5mm Min. Bend Radius
- Precision Zirconia Ferrule Connectors Ensure Low Loss
- Flame-Retardant Riser (OFNR) for Vertical and Floor-to-Floor Installations
- Color-Coded Cable Jacket for Easy Identification
- Duplex Zipcord Construction Reduces Risk of Damage from Crimping
Specifications
| Connector A | LC UPC Duplex |
|---|---|
| Connector B | LC UPC Duplex |
| Fiber Count | 2 Fibers |
| Fiber Grade | G.657.A2 |
| Fiber Mode | OS2 9/125μm |
| Wavelength | 1310/1550nm |
| Flame Rating | Riser (OFNR) |
| Cable Outside Diameter (OD) | 2.0mm |
| Polarity | A (Tx) to B (Rx) |
| Cable Type | Tight-Buffered |
| Min. Bend Radius (Optical Fiber) | 7.5mm |
| Min. Bend Radius (Fiber Cable) | 10/5D (Dynamic/Static) |
| Connector Durability | 1000 times |
| Tensile Strength | 90/150N (Long/Short Term) |
| Insertion Loss | ≤0.3dB |
| Return Loss | ≥50dB |
| Attenuation at 1310nm | ≤0.4dB/km |
| Attenuation at 1550nm | ≤0.3dB/km |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 70°C (14 to 158℉) |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158℉) |
Connector and polish choices in the single-mode plant
The OS2 interface on this jumper follows the polish discipline of the network it serves. Because mixing polishes on a mated pair destroys the return loss and can damage the ferrules, the patch side should be matched to the rack-mounted panel side exactly. When the documentation is unclear, the boot color and the connector being used housing tell the truth: green for APC, blue or beige for UPC.
Bend tolerance in real cabinets
Patch fields are rarely kind to fiber. Patch cords path through tight managers, sharp tray corners and crowded vertical channels. The bend-insensitive glass in this optical assembly tolerates a 10mm fiber bend radius; thus, a hurried routing decision during a night servicing window does not automatically turn into a measurable penalty on the connection.
Length Options
Standard offerings cover the common patching routes: 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft), 5m (16ft), 10m (33ft), with customized length supplied beyond the list. Specifying the measured path length keeps the slack out of the manager and the strain off the installed connectors.
Quality Control and Testing
Every supplied assembly is terminated with precision zirconia ferrule connectors and optically tested before packing: insertion loss and return loss are verified on each cable, and end-face geometry is inspected for consistent physical contact. The supplied cable ships with dust caps on both connectors and the test result supplied on order.
Ordering and Factory Support
Refer to this setup by connector pair, fiber mode and length when purchasing a quotation. For configurations outside the listed options, mixed connector families, jackets, labeling or project packaging, send the specification with the request and the factory will ensure the build before fabrication. For Tanzanian deliveries, the order details should include any site identification needed by the installation team.
