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About:

This is a fiber optic patch cord that is 3 meters long, with two single-mode fiber cores. Single-mode fibers like OS1 and OS2 are designed for long-distance data transmission with a high degree of signal integrity. They are typically used in telecommunications and data center applications where high bandwidth and long distance are required.

Also Known As:

• Single-mode fiber optic patch cable
• OS1/OS2 single-mode fiber patch cord
• Single-mode fiber optic jumper
• Fiber optic lead

Common Applications:

• Data centers, for connecting servers, storage appliances, and switches Outside Plant (OSP) in telecommunications, for connecting central offices and fiber distribution points
• Building backbone within a structured cabling system, to connect telecommunication rooms and enclosures
• Enterprise networks for high-speed data services
• Carrier networks for broadband and high-speed digital data transmission
• Long-haul networking, including undersea cabling systems

Standards:

• OS1/OS2: Indicators for single-mode fiber, with OS2 being optimized for longer-distance applications and higher speeds.

• IEC 60793-2-50: Specifies the categories for optical fiber, including B1.1 which pertains to OS1/OS2.

• TIA/EIA: Standards for telecommunications wiring in commercial and residential buildings.

• ITU-T G.652: Recommendations for the characteristics of single-mode optical fibers and cables.

Construction:

• Core: The very thin glass center of the fiber where light is transmitted.

• Cladding: A layer of glass surrounding the core that reflects light back into the core.

• Jacket: The protective outer coating that protects the fiber from damage and environmental hazards.

• Connectors: Termination points on each end of the patch cord, which are not specified in the part number but could be standard types such as LC, SC, ST, or others.

• Strength Members: Typically incorporated into the cable to provide additional pull strength without putting stress on the fibers.

Features:

• Precise Physical Contact (PC), Ultra Physical Contact (UPC), or Angled Physical Contact (APC): Polishing standards for the fiber connectors that affect the performance of the fiber, such as insertion loss and return loss.

• Single-mode Fiber: Allows for higher bandwidth and longer transmission distances compared to multimode fibers.

• Flame Retardant: The jacket material is typically flame retardant to comply with building codes and safety standards.

• Low Insertion Loss: Ensures that very little signal is lost when the connection is made.

• High Return Loss: Minimizes reflection of the signal, which can degrade performance.

• Environmental Resilience: Made to withstand various environmental factors depending on the jacketing material (could be rated for indoor, outdoor, or both).

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