Fibre optic cable ROLINE 21.15.8605 OS2 LC/APC to LC, 10 m, 9 µm core, white

ROLINE 21.15.8605 is a 10 m single‑mode fibre optic patch cable with OS2 fibre and a 9 µm core diameter. One end uses an LC connector with angled polish (LC/APC) and the other end uses a standard LC connector, delivering low insertion loss and reduced back reflection for long‑reach links and sensitive optical equipment. The cable has a white LSZH jacket and a steel spiral armor that increases mechanical resistance while maintaining flexibility for indoor installations such as telecom racks and data centre cabinets.

Advantages

The LC/APC termination on one end provides angled polish to minimise back reflection, making the cable suitable for applications that require stable optical return loss. The OS2 single‑mode fibre and 9 µm core ensure low attenuation over longer distances compared with multimode alternatives. The LSZH jacket reduces smoke and hazardous gas emissions in the event of fire, while the integrated steel spiral helix armor increases tear and crush resistance for installations with elevated mechanical stress.

Suitable for

• Data centre patching and rack interconnects
• Telecom long‑reach optical links
• Connection between optical transceivers, switches and routers
• Indoor installations requiring enhanced mechanical protection

Key specifications

• Fibre type: single‑mode OS2
• Core diameter: 9 µm
• Length: 10 m
• Connector A: LC/APC (angled polish)
• Connector B: LC (straight polish)
• Jacket material: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
• Mechanical protection: steel spiral armor
• Colour: white
• Application: indoor use

How to use

Inspect connector endfaces for cleanliness before installation and clean with appropriate fibre cleaning tools if necessary. Route the cable through cable management paths or trunking, avoiding sharp bends and ensuring minimum bend radius is respected to prevent excess attenuation. Plug the LC/APC end into the angled‑polish receptacle and the LC end into the corresponding straight‑polish port on network equipment. Secure the cable with strain relief at patch panels or equipment ports to reduce stress on the connectors.

Usage recommendations

Use this cable for indoor telecom and data centre environments where low back reflection and enhanced mechanical protection are required. Maintain proper bend radius, avoid tensile loads beyond manufacturer limits, and perform endface inspection or testing after installation to verify insertion loss and return loss meet system requirements.