Overview
SC/APC (Subscriber Connector/Angled Physical Contact) is a type of optical fiber connector that uses a simplex ferrule and is commonly used for single-mode fiber optic communication. It has a ceramic ferrule with a physical contact angle designed to prevent light from leaking out the end of the connector, ensuring higher optical performance. The APC design helps to reduce back reflection levels, which can cause signal degradation in high-speed optical networks. The simplex configuration of the adapter allows for one-way communication on a single fiber.
SC/APC singlemode simplex fiber optic adapters are used to connect two singlemode fiber optic cables with an SC/APC connector. These adapters are commonly used in high-speed data transmission systems and are ideal for applications that require high bandwidth and low loss.
Characteristics
- Precision and Durability: SC fiber optic adapters are designed with precision alignment sleeves, ensuring accurate fiber alignment for optimal signal transmission. The adapters are constructed with high-quality materials, providing durability and longevity.
- Low Insertion Loss and High Return Loss: These adapters are engineered to minimize insertion loss, which is crucial for maintaining signal integrity. Additionally, they offer high return loss, ensuring that reflected signals are kept to a minimum.
- Ease of Use: The SC adapter’s push-pull design makes it easy to insert and remove connectors, simplifying installation and maintenance processes. The user-friendly design contributes to quicker and more efficient fiber optic network deployments.
- Compatibility: SC adapters are compatible with various fiber optic cable types, including single-mode and multimode fibers, making them versatile for different network configurations.
- Compact Size: The compact form factor of SC adapters makes them suitable for high-density installations, such as data centers and telecommunications facilities, where space optimization is crucial.
Specifications
| Connector Type | SC to SC |
| Fiber Mode | Singlemode |
| Insertion Loss | ≤0.2dB |
| Flange | Yes |
| Body Style | Simplex |
| Alignment Sleeve Material | Zirconia Ceramic |
| Polish Type | APC |
| Mating Durability | 1000 times |
| Color | Green |
| Compliance | RoHS compliant |
| Environment | Operating: -20°C to 70°C |
| Storage: -40°C to 85°C | |
| Humidity: 95%RH |
Applications
- Telecommunications: Used in telecommunication networks for connecting optical fibers in central offices, local loops, and distribution frames.
- Data Centers: Essential for interconnecting fibers in data center environments, helping to establish reliable and high-performance connections for servers, storage, and networking equipment.
- LAN (Local Area Network): Employed in LAN setups to facilitate the connection between different segments of the network infrastructure.
- Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH): Utilized in FTTH deployments to connect optical fibers at the customer’s premises, enabling high-speed internet access.
- Industrial Applications: Applied in industrial settings where robust and reliable fiber optic connections are required for monitoring and control systems.