APC UPC Patch Cord

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Product Description

APC UPC Patch Cord (also known as APC/UPC fiber optic patch cord or fiber optic patch cord) is a fiber optic connection cable used for fiber optic communications and network connections. APC and UPC are two common fiber optic connector types.

APC UPC Patch Cord can be selected based on the connector type required. For example, if you need to minimize return loss, you can choose Patch Cord for APC connectors. If you have lower requirements for return loss, you can choose Patch Cord for UPC connectors. These Patch Cords can be used to connect fiber optic switches, fiber optic jumper boxes, fiber optic distribution racks, fiber optic terminal equipment, etc. to achieve reliable fiber optic connections and high-quality data transmission.

APC connector (Angled Physical Contact): The APC connector is an optical fiber connector with an oblique angle physical contact design. The connector’s connection end face tilt angle can reduce the reflection of optical signals, thereby reducing return loss. APC connectors are commonly used in applications where return loss is required to be minimized, such as fiber optic communications and fiber optic sensors.

UPC connector (Ultra Physical Contact): The UPC connector is an optical fiber connector with high-precision physical contact design. The connector’s connection end face adopts a spherical design, which enables better physical contact between the connectors and reduces the reflection of optical signals. UPC connectors are commonly used in applications that require lower return loss, such as local area networks (LANs) and data center networks.

Product Application

In fiber optic communication networks, APC UPC Patch Cord is used to connect fiber optic switches, fiber optic routers, fiber optic terminal equipment, etc. They provide low insertion loss and return loss, ensuring reliability and stability of high-speed data transmission.

APC UPC Patch Cord plays an important role in large data centers and cloud computing environments. They are used to connect servers, storage devices, and network devices to support high-performance computing and large-scale data transfer.

In the broadcast, video production and media industries, APC UPC Patch Cord is used to connect fiber optic video equipment, broadcast equipment, cameras and more. These cables provide stable signal transmission, ensuring high-quality video and audio transmission.

APC UPC Patch Cord is widely used in fiber optic sensor and measurement applications. They are used to connect fiber optic sensors and measuring equipment, ensuring precise measurements and reliable data transmission.

In fiber optic test and measurement, APC UPC Patch Cord is used to connect optical measurement equipment and test instruments. These cables provide high-precision connections, ensuring accurate test results and reliable performance evaluation.

Product Features

1. Insertion loss: APC UPC Patch Cord has low insertion loss. Insertion loss refers to the degree of loss of optical signals when they are inserted and transmitted through a connector. Low insertion loss helps reduce signal attenuation and maintain high-quality signal transmission.

2. Return loss (RL): APC UPC Patch Cord provides lower return loss. Return loss refers to the signal loss caused by the reflection of optical signals at the connector interface. APC connectors can achieve smaller return loss due to their angled design, providing more reliable signal transmission and connection performance.

3. High-precision connection: APC UPC Patch Cord provides high-precision fiber optic connection. The physical contact design and manufacturing process between connectors ensure stable connections and reliable signal transmission. This helps reduce attenuation and reflection of optical signals, providing more stable and high-quality data transmission.

4. Low plug-in loss: APC UPC Patch Cord has low plug-in loss. Insertion loss refers to the signal loss caused by a connector after being inserted and unplugged multiple times. Professional-grade connection cables have optimized design and high-quality material selection, which can reduce plugging and unplugging losses and improve connection reliability and durability.

5. High Quality Materials: APC UPC Patch Cord is manufactured using high quality materials for durability and reliability. Connection cables undergo strict quality control to ensure their long-term stable performance and reliable connections.

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