Pigtail Extralink SC/UPC single-mode G.657.A1 900µm FTTH cable 3 m

Pigtail Extralink SC/UPC single-mode G.657.A1 900µm FTTH cable 3 m is a factory-terminated optical pigtail designed for fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) installations and compact patching environments. The pigtail uses bend-insensitive single-mode G.657.A1 fibre with a 900 µm loose-tube construction and an SC/UPC connector on one end. At 3 metres length it provides enough slack for splicing and termination inside distribution boxes, optical distribution frames and small cabinets while minimising mechanical stress and signal loss due to tight bends.

Advantages

The G.657.A1 bend-insensitive fibre reduces attenuation when routed through tight bends and confined spaces, improving reliability in FTTH deployments. The 900 µm cable construction offers flexible handling during fusion splicing and termination without requiring excessive stripping or reinforcing. An SC/UPC connector provides a stable, low-reflection single-mode interface compatible with standard SC ports in patch panels and customer equipment. The 3 m length balances convenience for internal routing with minimal excess fibre inside enclosures.

Suitable for

• FTTH drop terminations and home/customer premises fibre connections
• Splicing pigtails for fusion splice trays and closures
• Patch panel or optical distribution frame terminations in telecom rooms and street cabinets
• Interconnects between fibre equipment where compact, flexible single-mode pigtails are required

Key specifications

• Fibre type: single-mode G.657.A1 (bend-insensitive)
• Cable construction: 900 µm tight/loose tube suitable for FTTH pigtails
• Connector type: SC/UPC on pigtail end
• Length: 3 m
• Application environment: indoor FTTH enclosures, splice trays, patch panels
• Typical use: fusion splicing termination for single-mode networks

How to use

Prepare the feeder fibre or trunk by cleaning and cleaving according to the fusion splicer manufacturer’s instructions. Strip the 900 µm coating as required, then perform fusion splicing between the pigtail and the installed fibre or secure the SC/UPC connector into the patch panel socket if using pre-terminated connections. Route the pigtail inside the enclosure with gentle bends, maintaining bend radii consistent with G.657.A1 specifications, and secure the fibre in splice trays or cable ties to avoid strain on the splice or connector.

Recommendations

Use standard fibre handling tools and safety procedures: keep connectors and cleaved fibre ends clean, avoid sharp bends and excessive pulling force, and store excess pigtail length in designated splice trays. Verify optical loss after splicing and connector insertion using an OTDR or power meter to confirm acceptable attenuation.