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About:

This product is a two-meter-long, single-fiber optic patch cord pigtail designed for use in high-speed, single-mode fiber optic networks. The "OS1/OS2" designation refers to the cable's compatibility with both OS1 and OS2 fiber optic cabling standards, which are typically used for long-distance and high-bandwidth networking applications.

Also Known As:

• Single-mode fiber optic pigtail
• OS1/OS2 single-fiber patch cord
• Single-fiber patch pigtail

Common Applications:

• Long-haul network installations
• Metropolitan area networks (MANs)
• Fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) deployments
• Data centers and server farms
• Enterprise networking for connecting servers to fiber optic communication lines
• Backbone cabling in large buildings, such as universities or corporate offices

Standards:

• ITU-T G.652 and ITU-T G.657 for single-mode optical fiber characteristics
• IEC standards for the connector and fiber quality
• TIA/EIA standards regarding fiber optic cabling
• ISO/IEC for general cabling infrastructure

Construction:

• The cable contains a single, high-quality single-mode fiber optimized for low-loss and high-speed data transmission.
• The two-meter-long cable is covered with a protective jacket that is typically yellow, the standard color for single-mode fiber.
• One end of the cable has a pre-installed optical connector, which might be SC, LC, or another common type depending on the specific configuration of the product code.
• The other end of the cable is typically prepared for fusion splicing to another single-mode fiber.
• It may include features like a strain-relief boot, strengthening yarns, or a pulling eye for installation.

Features:

• Low insertion loss due to high-quality connector termination, which is essential for maintaining signal integrity in single-mode fibers.
• High return loss, which minimizes signal reflection within the fiber.
• The 2-meter length provides flexibility for connections that require additional cable length.
• OS1/OS2 compatibility signifies that the pigtail is suitable for both standard single-mode (OS1) and bend-insensitive (OS2) applications.
• The construction is designed to withstand common environmental factors and pulling stresses during installation.
• Typically, it is manufactured to comply with flame-retardant standards, which may include plenum or LSZH ratings depending on the specific requirements of the installation environment.

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