Fiber optic patchcord Extralink SC/UPC–SC/UPC Simplex Singlemode G.657.A2 200 m Flat Drop

Extralink SC/UPC–SC/UPC Simplex Singlemode G.657.A2 200 m Flat Drop is a 200-meter singlemode fiber optic patchcord with SC/UPC connectors on both ends and G.657.A2 bend-insensitive fiber. The flat drop cable construction is designed for indoor installations and routes where a low-profile, flexible run is needed. This patchcord provides a continuous simplex singlemode link suitable for backbone runs, connections between terminal boxes and optical equipment, and installations that require long, low-loss fiber links with improved bend performance.

Advantages

This fiber patchcord uses ITU-T G.657.A2 bend-insensitive singlemode fiber to reduce microbend and macrobend losses in tight routing and compact spaces. SC/UPC connectors ensure stable, low-reflection mating with compatible SC/UPC ports and provide consistent insertion loss performance. The flat drop design makes the cable easier to route along walls, ducts, and inside cabinets while minimizing space and enabling neat cable management. The 200 m length eliminates the need for splicing in many indoor and campus applications where a long continuous run is required.

Suitable for

• Indoor backbone runs between equipment rooms and distribution frames
• Connections between optical terminal boxes and active networking equipment
• Flat routing along walls, under raised floors, and inside cable trays
• Installations requiring improved bend performance in constrained spaces

Key specifications

• Fiber type: singlemode, ITU-T G.657.A2 bend-insensitive
• Connector type: SC/UPC on both ends, simplex
• Cable format: flat drop
• Length: 200 meters
• Application environment: indoor installations
• Typical use: low-loss, long singlemode connections

How to use

Prepare connection points by ensuring SC/UPC ports are clean and free from dust or debris. Route the flat drop cable along the intended path, avoiding sharp bends and tight compression points; if necessary, use cable ties or adhesive clips to secure the cable while maintaining bend radii recommended for G.657.A2 fiber. Terminate by inserting SC/UPC connectors into mating adapters or equipment ports until a secure click is felt. Verify the link using appropriate test equipment such as an optical power meter or visual fault locator to confirm acceptable insertion loss and continuity across the 200 m run.

Использование и рекомендации

Handle the cable gently during installation to avoid kinks and excessive tension. Keep connector endfaces protected until final mating and clean them with approved fiber cleaning tools to reduce return loss and insertion loss. For permanent installations, secure the flat drop cable to prevent movement and maintain the recommended bend radius for G.657.A2 fiber to ensure long-term performance.