Network Cable DIGITUS DN-96007-1APC-OF LC/APC Duplex SM without Flange

The DIGITUS DN-96007-1APC-OF LC/APC Duplex SM coupling without flange is a single-mode fiber optic adapter designed for precise alignment and low-loss connections. Constructed with a ceramic sleeve and a robust plastic housing, this LC/APC duplex coupling supports stable signal transmission for telecommunications and data networks. Its flange-free design enables installation in narrow patch panels and custom housings where space is limited.

Advantages

The ceramic sleeve ensures accurate fiber alignment and minimal insertion loss, while the plastic housing provides mechanical protection and resistance to everyday handling. The LC/APC duplex geometry offers polarity-preserving connections and compatibility with standard LC/APC connectors. The flange-free form factor simplifies mounting in restricted or bespoke installations and reduces the overall footprint in dense cabling environments.

Suitable for

• Single-mode fiber patch panels and enclosures with limited space
• Telecommunications cabinets and central offices
• FTTx, long-distance and high-speed network links
• Laboratory test setups and fiber distribution frames

Key specifications

• Connector type: LC/APC duplex
• Fiber type: single-mode (SM)
• Alignment sleeve material: ceramic
• Housing material: durable plastic
• Flange: none (flange-free design)
• Polish type: angled physical contact (APC)

How to use

Insert the LC/APC connectors into the duplex adapter until they click into place, ensuring correct orientation for duplex polarity. Verify clean connector endfaces before mating to prevent contamination-related loss; use appropriate fiber cleaning tools and inspection equipment. For installation into patch panels or custom housings, align the flange-free adapter with the mounting aperture and secure it according to the enclosure manufacturer’s recommendations. After connection, test the link with an optical power meter or an optical time-domain reflectometer (OTDR) to confirm acceptable insertion loss and return loss levels.

Recommendations

Maintain clean fiber endfaces, avoid excessive mechanical stress on the adapter and cables, and store unused ports with dust caps. Use LC/APC-compatible connectors and follow accepted cabling standards for single-mode networks to achieve reliable, long-term performance.