Extralink PigtailS SET SC/APC SM G.657A1 12PCS 12-COLORS
The Extralink SC/APC | Pigtail set | Single mode, 900um, G.657A1, 1,5m, 12 pcs, 12 colours (Part number: EX.0349) from Extralink is a Fiber Pigtails with a SC /APC connector. Fiber optic pigtail is a type of cable that is made of a connector at one end, and loose wires on the other. The pigtail connector side is used to link the equipment, while the pigtail side made of loose wires that are melted in order to be connected to the fiber cable. Pigtails can be single-mode or multi-mode, which can be accompanied by terminations like SC, FC, ST, LC, MU, MT-RJ, and others. It is normally used within the wall or rack mounted patch panel.
This pigtail from Extralink with SC/APC connectors is made on a single-mode G.657A1 fiber, which is dedicated for FTTx technology. This fiber is characterized by reduced bending radius, without increasing attenuation. This is a very important feature during the construction of FTTx networks due to the large number of changes of optical line direction and because of the small size of cabinets and distribution boxes. Pigtail is used mainly in client cable ends in sockets and in splitter points.
| Fiber standard | G.657.A1 |
| Length | 1.5m |
| Pigtail / splitter connector | SC/APC |
| Cable diameter | 0.9 |
| Cable length | 1.5 |
| Cable type | FTTH |
| Connector 1 | SC/APC |
| Connector 1 gender | Male |
| Connector 2 | No |
| Connector 2 gender | No |
| Fiber mode structure | Single-mode |
| Fibre optic type | G.657.A1 |
| Insertion loss | 0.15 |
| Jacket material | Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | -40 - 85 |
| Product colour | Multicolour |
| Quantity per pack | 12 |
| Return loss | 60 |
Each type of single-mode fiber has its own area of application, and the evolution of these optical fiber specifications reflects the evolution of transmission system technology from the earliest installation of single-mode optical fiber to the present day. Choose the right fiber is very important for each project/installation. The OS2 G.657 standard single-mode fibers were developed to allow a better bending radius regarding the G.652 standard. For the OS2 G.657 fiber there are 4 subcategories: G.657.A1, G.657.A2, G.657.B2, G.657.B3. The G.657.A1 fiber type is characterized by 10 mm minimum bending radius. These specifications of the G.657 fibers allow to have a better cost-efficiency due to compact cable designs and reduced space requirements.
SC FO Connector is a type of fiber optic connector that uses a 2.5mm ceramic ferrule to align and connect optical fibers. Used in high-speed data communication networks. Provides low insertion loss and high return loss. The connector is easy to install and provides a secure, reliable connection for both single-mode and multimode fiber optic cables. Its locking mechanism ensures a stable connection and the push-pull design makes it easy to connect and disconnect. The SC connector is commonly used in data centers, telecommunication rooms, and other high-density fiber optic installations.
APC (Angled Physical Contact) FO Polish Connector Type 1 is a fiber optic connector that uses an angled endface to achieve low back reflection and insertion loss. It features a 1.25mm ceramic ferrule and is commonly used in telecommunications and data networking applications where low back reflection is critical. The APC connector offers high precision and reliability, making it suitable for use in single-mode fiber networks. However, the angled endface of the APC connector requires special polishing techniques, making it more expensive than other connector types.
