{"product_id":"lc-upc-to-lc-upc-fiber-patch-cable-single-mode","title":"LC\/UPC to LC\/UPC Fiber Patch Cable | Single-Mode Simplex 9\/125 OS2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLC\/UPC to LC\/UPC simplex single-mode fiber patch cable\u003c\/strong\u003e (9\/125 µm OS2), factory terminated and 100% tested for insertion and return loss. UPC polish provides low-loss, low-reflection performance for data, telecom, and enterprise links. Precision zirconia ceramic ferrules ensure repeatable, low-loss mating over hundreds of cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData center and enterprise cross-connect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentral office and headend patching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransceiver and switch jumpers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest, turn-up, and restoration kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ctable class=\"ct-specs\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-mode 9\/125 µm (OS2, G.652D\/G.657 compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLC\/UPC to LC\/UPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsertion Loss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≤0.3 dB per connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturn Loss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥50 dB (UPC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJacket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.9\/2.0 mm simplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9, 14, 24, 35, 38 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% factory tested; data available on request\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Conversions Tech\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCertification-tested product lines, per-assembly test data, and engineering support that helps you pick the right polish and length before you order. Custom connector pairs, jackets, duplex, and multimode builds without overseas MOQs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a LC\/UPC to LC\/UPC fiber patch cable used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA LC\/UPC to LC\/UPC simplex single-mode patch cable connects equipment or panel ports that use LC\/UPC on both ends — the dominant connector in modern transceivers, data centers, and enterprise fiber where 9\/125 OS2 fiber is the standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between UPC and APC polish?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUPC (blue) connectors have a flat-domed end-face with return loss around 50 dB. APC (green) connectors are polished at an 8° angle, pushing return loss above 60 dB. APC is required for GPON, RF-over-glass, and any link sensitive to back-reflection. Never mate APC to UPC — the air gap causes high loss and can damage end-faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAre these patch cables tested before shipping?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Every assembly is 100% factory tested for insertion loss (≤0.3 dB) and return loss before it ships, with test data available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I order a custom length or connector combination?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Any connector pair, length, jacket (PVC\/LSZH), or duplex\/multimode configuration can be built to order — contact Conversions Tech at (307) 206-0534 with your specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"ct-leadtime\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made-to-order item. Typical lead time is 3–4 weeks from order confirmation. 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