SC/A - LC optical fibre singlemode patch cord, duplex, grade A connector

The SC APC and the LC UPC Grade A* very low-insertion loss connectors are individually recognizable (e.g. SC APC connector shroud coloured green and with the marking on the connector shroud) and has a shroud/ boot (e.g. A/SC the boot is green) fitted between the connector and individual cords. The end angle of the A/SC connectors ferrule is 8 degrees when measured between a central vertical line and the end of the connectors ferrule end face. The LC UPC connector has a blue coloured body and has a label with the marking on the shroud, the boot is blue coloured. Both connectors are manufactured to recognized and approved industry standards and will achieve a 20 year service lifetime, under typical operational conditions. The connectors are fitted with a ceramic e.g. zirconia ferrule. Each connector assembly is capable of a reasonable number (e.g. 500) of matings/unmatings, and of withstanding normal (not excessive) operational handling forces/loads without suffering any damage or a significant increase in optical performance. The complete assembly is capable of reliable operation in Exchanges or Repeaters over the temperature range of -20 degrees to +70 degrees Celsius and up to high levels of RH.