Extralink PATCHCORD SC/APC-SC/PC SM G.657A2 SIMPLEX 100M ROUND DROP

The Extralink PATCHCORD SC/APC-SC/PC SM G.657A2 SIMPLEX 100M ROUND DROP is a single-mode fiber optic patch cord designed for FTTH and other point-to-point optical connections. It comes in a 100 meter length and uses G.657.A2 bend-insensitive single-mode fiber to support installations with tight bends and constrained routing paths. The cable terminates with an SC/APC connector on one end and an SC/PC connector on the other, providing standard snap-in connectivity for optical distribution panels, termination boxes and equipment with SC ports.

Advantages

This patchcord uses G.657A2 bend-insensitive fiber, reducing signal loss in tight-radius bends and improving reliability in residential and indoor installations. The simplex round drop construction simplifies routing in vertical and horizontal runs while preserving fiber performance. Factory-terminated SC/APC to SC/PC connectors ensure consistent optical alignment and low insertion loss for typical FTTH use.

Suitable for

• FTTH subscriber drop and in-building fiber distribution
• Connection between optical distribution frames and terminal boxes
• Fiber patching in telecommunication closets and equipment cabinets
• Indoor cabling where tight bends or limited space occur

Key specifications

• Fiber type: single-mode G.657.A2 (bend-insensitive)
• Connector types: SC/APC (one end), SC/PC (other end)
• Configuration: simplex, single-fiber
• Cable form: round drop cable suitable for indoor routing
• Length: 100 m
• Typical use: optical subscriber drop and short indoor links

How to use

Route the 100 m simplex cable from the equipment or distribution point to the terminal or subscriber outlet, avoiding sharp edges and excessive bending beyond the fiber's minimum bend radius. Insert the SC/APC connector into the mating SC/APC adapter and the SC/PC connector into the corresponding SC/PC adapter or port until the connectors click into place. Test the link for insertion loss and continuity after installation to verify optical performance.

Recommendations

Handle connectors by the boot or connector housing, keep endfaces clean and protected with dust caps until mating, and use appropriate cable management to prevent microbends. For best results in FTTH deployments, confirm connector polish types and adapter compatibility before final connection and perform post-installation loss measurements.