Optical pigtail Alantec LC/APC 1J 9/125 µm (G.657.A1) 2 m LSOH

Single-mode optical pigtail Alantec with an LC/APC connector and a 1-jacket 9/125 µm fiber compliant with ITU-T G.657.A1. The 2 m length and LSOH (low-smoke, zero-halogen) outer jacket make this pigtail suitable for indoor splicing and patching applications in FTTH and telecommunication networks that require bend-insensitive single-mode performance and reduced smoke emission in case of fire.

Advantages

The pigtail offers bend-insensitive single-mode transmission according to G.657.A1, ensuring low attenuation in tight routing and confined spaces. Its LC/APC connector provides a stable angled-polish mating for reduced back-reflection, improving return loss performance. The LSOH jacket reduces the emission of toxic and corrosive gases during combustion, meeting safety requirements for indoor installations. The 2 m jacketed length provides sufficient slack for splicing and panel terminations without excessive excess cable.

Suitable for

• FTTH drop and termination panels in residential and multi-dwelling units
• Indoor splice trays and patch panels in central offices and telecom rooms
• Installations with tight bend radii or constrained cable routing
• Environments requiring low-smoke, halogen-free cabling

Key specifications

• Fiber type: single-mode 9/125 µm, ITU-T G.657.A1 bend-insensitive
• Connector on pigtail: LC/APC (angled physical contact)
• Cable configuration: 1-jacket pigtail
• Length: 2 meters
• Outer jacket material: LSOH (low-smoke, zero-halogen)
• Typical application: splicing to distribution cable and patching to equipment

How to use

Prepare the incoming distribution fiber by stripping and cleaving according to standard fiber-splicing procedures. Position the pigtail in the splice tray and perform fusion splicing between the pigtail fiber and the distribution fiber, observing proper alignment and splice protection. Route the pigtail to the patch panel or adapter slot and terminate the LC/APC connector into the appropriate adapter. Verify insertion loss and return loss after splicing and termination using appropriate test equipment.

Usage recommendations

Handle the pigtail by the connector and cable jacket to avoid contaminating the ferrule. Clean the connector end-face before mating and avoid excessive bending near the connector; follow the specified minimum bend radius for G.657.A1 fibers. Use suitable splice protectors and secure the pigtail in the splice tray or patch panel to prevent strain on the fusion splice.