Corning SC/APC Fiber Optic Mechanical Field Optical Connector
The Corning SC/APC (Angled Physical Contact) Mechanical Field Connector from ARTIC FIBER is a pre-polished, field-installable fiber optic connector designed for quick and reliable terminations in single-mode fiber (SMF) applications. It provides low insertion loss and high return loss, making it ideal for telecommunications, data centers, and FTTx deployments. Talk to us
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Connector Type & Polish

✔ SC/APC (Subscriber Connector with Angled Physical Contact);

✔ 8° angled polish minimizes back reflections (high return loss).


Ideal for single-mode fiber (SMF) applications

✔ Mechanical Splicing Technology;

✔ Pre-polished ferrule ensures consistent optical performance;

✔ Field-installable – No epoxy, polishing, or special tools required;

✔ Uses mechanical splice technology for fast termination.

Performance Specifications

✔ Insertion Loss (IL): ≤ 0.3 dB (typical);

✔ Return Loss (RL): ≥ 60 dB (typical);

✔ Operating Wavelengths: 1260–1625 nm;

✔ Durability: >500 mating cycles.


Compatibility

✔ Fiber Type: Corning SMF-28® Ultra or equivalent single-mode fiber;

✔ Cable Diameter: Supports 250 µm, 900 µm, and 3 mm fiber cables.


Standards Compliance


✔ IEC 61753-1;

✔ Telcordia GR-326.

✔ FTFTTx (Fiber-to-the-Home/Business/Curb);
✔ Telecommunications networks;
✔ Data center interconnects;
✔ CATV & broadband networks;
✔ Military & industrial fiber deployments.