Kenyan network installers should begin with the actual mating interfaces and site fiber records before assigning this product to a link. This OS2 fiber patch cable carries a SC APC interface on one end and a SC APC interface on the other, factory terminated on OS2 glass and optically tested as a full product. The duplex zipcord structure keeps the transmit and receive strands paired in one product for fast, error-free patching.
Product Highlights
- G.657.A1 Bend Insensitive Fiber with 10mm Min. Bend Radius
- Precision Zirconia Ferrule Connectors Ensure Low Loss
- Thinner Cable Diameter Delivers Enhanced Flexibility for Tight Spaces and Complex Routing
- Flame-Retardant Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) Ensures Safety in Indoor Environments
- Color-Coded Cable Jacket for Easy Identification
Specifications
| Connector A | SC APC Duplex |
|---|---|
| Connector B | SC APC Duplex |
| Fiber Count | 2 Fibers |
| Fiber Grade | G.657.A1 (Compatible with G.652.D) |
| Fiber Mode | OS2 9/125μm |
| Wavelength | 1310/1550nm |
| Flame Rating | LSZH |
| Cable Outside Diameter (OD) | 1.2mm |
| Polarity | A (Tx) to B (Rx) |
| Cable Type | Tight-Buffered |
| Min. Bend Radius (Optical Fiber) | 10mm |
| Min. Bend Radius (Fiber Cable) | 20/10D (Dynamic/Static) |
| Connector Durability | 1000 times |
| Tensile Strength | 40/80N (Long/Short Term) |
| Insertion Loss | ≤0.3dB |
| Return Loss | ≥60dB |
| Attenuation at 1310nm | ≤0.4dB/km |
| Attenuation at 1550nm | ≤0.3dB/km |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 70°C (14 to 158°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F) |
Where single-mode jumpers earn their place
Single-mode patching carries the links that leave the room: campus backbones, carrier handoffs, long runs between buildings and every wavelength-multiplexed service. Because the OS2 glass in this cable assembly is the matching class used in the outside plant, the jumper cable will not become the weak point of the loss calculation. At 1310 and 1550nm the attenuation stays a fraction of a decibel per kilometer, and the optical connector pair adds less than 0.3dB when the end faces are clean and seated.
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 must match the adapter panel side exactly. When the documentation is unclear, the boot color and the optical connector housing tell the truth: green for APC, blue or beige for UPC.
Length Options
Regular lengths cover the common patching routes: 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft), 5m (16ft), with project-specific length obtainable beyond the list. Specifying the measured pathway length keeps the slack out of the manager and the strain off the optical connectors.
Quality Control and Testing
Every 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 optical cable ships with dust caps on both connectors and the test result obtainable on ask for.
Ordering and Factory Support
Refer to this arrangement by connector pair, fiber mode and length when asking for a quotation. For configurations outside the listed options, mixed connector families, jackets, marking or project packaging, send the specification with the request and the factory will check the build before manufacturing. Project support for Kenya and East Africa is available to reconcile the ordered configuration with the intended installation.