METZ CONNECT OpDAT Patch Cable SC-D APC/SC-D APC OS2 50 m

The METZ CONNECT OpDAT patch cable is a high-performance fiber optic cable designed for single-mode applications. It features SC-D APC connectors on both ends, ensuring low insertion loss and high return loss for reliable data transmission. With a length of 50 meters, this duplex cable is ideal for indoor installations in data centers, telecommunications rooms, and enterprise networks.

Advantages

This patch cable offers excellent signal integrity with a maximum insertion loss of 0.25 dB and a minimum return loss of 60 dB. The LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) jacket ensures safety in enclosed spaces by reducing toxic fumes in case of fire. The yellow jacket color provides easy identification for single-mode fiber.

Suitable for

• Data center cabling
• Telecommunications networks
• Enterprise LAN infrastructure
• Fiber-to-the-desk (FTTD) installations

Key specifications

• Fiber Type: Single-mode (OS2)
• Connector Type: SC-D APC to SC-D APC
• Number of Fibers: 2 (Duplex)
• Cable Length: 50 m
• Jacket Material: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
• Jacket Color: Yellow
• Cable Diameter: 2.8 mm
• Polishing Type: APC (Angled Physical Contact)
• Insertion Loss (max.): 0.25 dB
• Return Loss (min.): 60 dB
• Operating Temperature: -10 to +60 °C
• Storage Temperature: -20 to +70 °C
• Attenuation at 1310 nm: 0.35 dB/km
• Attenuation at 1550 nm: 0.20 dB/km
• Minimum Bend Radius (static): 10 x Cable Diameter
• Standards Compliance: IEC 61753-1, IEC 61754-4, EN 50173-1, ISO/IEC 11801

Recommendations

For optimal performance, ensure proper cable management and avoid sharp bends. This cable is compatible with standard SC-D APC adapters and patch panels.