1. Product Overview

The LC/APC Duplex Uniboot OS2 Patch Cable is designed for high-density Single-Mode fiber (SMF) connectivity. The "Uniboot" design allows two fibers to be carried within a single 2.0mm round cable, reducing the cable volume by 50% compared to traditional zip-cord duplex cables. Featuring APC (Angled Physical Contact) connectors, it is ideal for applications sensitive to return loss, such as GPON, FTTX, and high-speed telecommunications.

2. General Specifications

3. Optical Performance

4. Mechanical & Environmental Characteristics

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C

• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C

• Tensile Strength: 70N (Long-term) / 100N (Short-term)

• Minimum Bend Radius: 10mm (G.657.A1 enhanced bend sensitivity)

• Durability: >1000 matings (Typical <0.2dB change)

  Product Applications

  The unique architecture of the LC Uniboot cable makes it a strategic choice for modern network infrastructures:

  1. High-Density Data Center Patching

  In modern SAN (Storage Area Networks) and core switch environments, port density is extremely high. Traditional duplex cables create "cable jungles" that block airflow. The 2.0mm Uniboot design halves the space required in cable management trays and vertical managers, facilitating better cooling and easier maintenance.

  2. Telecom & FTTX Infrastructure

  Because Single-Mode OS2 fiber supports long-distance transmission, and APC connectors minimize back-reflection, this cable is perfect for:

  • Central Office (CO) patching.

  • Fiber to the Home (FTTH) distribution hubs.

  • Interconnecting OLT and ODN equipment.

  3. CATV and Video Transmission

  APC connectors are mandatory for analog video signals and high-speed digital CATV networks. The 60dB+ return loss provided by the LC/APC interface prevents signal ghosting and ensures high-fidelity transmission across the network.

  4. Simplified Polarity Management

  Many Uniboot designs feature a switchable polarity function, allowing technicians to change the fiber mapping (A-to-A to A-to-B) in the field without tools. This reduces the need to carry different types of patch cords for various transceiver configurations.

  5. Enterprise Networking

  Ideal for connecting high-speed Single-Mode transceivers (like 10G-LR, 40G-LR4, or 100G-LR4) in server rooms where space in the overhead ladder racks or under-floor cabling is limited.

• Optimize your data center with LC/APC Uniboot OS2 fiber cables. 50% more space-efficient, 2mm diameter, and high return loss for 100G/400G networks.

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