{"product_id":"sc-apc-to-lc-apc-fiber-patch-cable-single-mode","title":"SC\/APC to LC\/APC Fiber Patch Cable | Single-Mode Simplex 9\/125 OS2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSC\/APC to LC\/APC simplex single-mode fiber patch cable\u003c\/strong\u003e (9\/125 µm OS2), factory terminated and 100% tested for insertion and return loss. The APC 8° angled polish delivers the ≥60 dB return loss demanded by GPON, EPON, RF-over-glass, and CATV links where back-reflection degrades transmitters. 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\u003eFTTH \/ FTTx and PON (GPON, EPON, XGS-PON) distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentral office, headend, and data center cross-connect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eONT\/OLT and CATV node connections\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\u003eSC\/APC to LC\/APC\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≥60 dB (APC) \/ ≥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\u003e2.0 mm riser (blue)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 26, 28, 30, 35, 38, 40 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 SC\/APC to LC\/APC fiber patch cable used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA SC\/APC to LC\/APC simplex single-mode patch cable connects equipment or panel ports that use SC\/APC on one end and LC\/APC on the other — common in FTTH drops, GPON\/EPON distribution, CATV nodes, and central-office cross-connects 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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