Network Cable Metz Connect OpDAT Patch Cable LC-S APC/LC-S APC O 151P3JAJA05E 5m Blue

The Metz Connect OpDAT Patch Cable LC-S APC/LC-S APC O 151P3JAJA05E 5m Blue is a single-mode optical patch cord designed for precise, low-loss fiber connections in professional network environments. With LC-S APC connectors at both ends and a 5-meter length, this cable supports reliable point-to-point links for telecom, data center and office infrastructure. The blue jacket enables easy identification within cable bundles and racks while the angled physical-contact (APC) polish reduces back reflections for stable signal transmission.

Advantages

This patch cable provides low insertion loss and high return loss thanks to the LC-S APC endfaces, delivering consistent performance for single-mode links. The 5 m length offers flexibility for common rack-to-equipment and rack-to-patch-panel connections without excess slack. The robust outer jacket and factory-terminated connectors ensure repeatable optical performance and simplify installation and maintenance tasks.

Suitable for

• Data center patching between switches, transceivers and patch panels
• Telecommunications links requiring low back reflection
• Office network fiber terminations and structured cabling
• Laboratory and test setups where single-mode APC connections are required

Key specifications

• Fiber type: single-mode (OS1/OS2 compatible)
• Connector type: LC-S APC to LC-S APC (angled physical contact)
• Length: 5 meters
• Jacket color: blue
• Typical use: patch cord for indoor, rack and cabinet installations
• Performance: low insertion loss and high return loss suitable for high-speed optical links

How to use

Inspect both connector endfaces for cleanliness before connecting and, if necessary, clean using a fiber-optic cleaning tool or lint-free wipes with suitable solvent. Align the LC connectors with the equipment transceiver or patch panel ports and insert until the latch clicks; avoid forcing the connector. Route the cable to prevent tight bends—maintain the manufacturer’s minimum bend radius—and secure the cable to cable management hardware to reduce strain on connectors. When disconnecting, depress the latch and pull the connector straight out to avoid damage.

Usage recommendations

Store the cable coiled without sharp bends and protect connector endfaces with dust caps when not in use. For high-performance links, verify insertion loss with appropriate test equipment after installation. Use LC-S APC-to-LC-S APC patching where low back reflection is required, and avoid mixing APC and UPC endface types in the same optical path.