StarTech.com 2m LC to SC OS2 Single Mode Fiber Optic Cable 9/125µm

StarTech.com 2m LC to SC OS2 Single Mode Fiber Optic Cable 9/125µm supports high-speed single-mode links and CWDM applications across an extended wavelength range. The 2 m OS2 patch cord with LC (UPC) to SC (UPC) terminations is designed for 40G/100G networks, provides low insertion loss and bend-insensitive performance, and is backward compatible with OS1 installations.

Advantages

The cable uses precision ceramic ferrules and UPC polishing to achieve insertion loss below 0.3 dB and improved return loss versus older PC-polished connectors. Its 9/125 µm OS2 fiber core meets ITU-T G.652.D/G.657.A1 and IEC60703-2-50 type B1.3/B6.a1 performance criteria, and the bend-insensitive core construction reduces light leakage for reliable long-distance transmission. The LSZH jacket offers low smoke and zero halogen properties for safer installations in confined or poorly ventilated spaces. Each cable is individually tested and supplied with a test report to verify insertion loss performance.

Suitable for

• 40G and 100G single-mode links
• CWDM systems operating across 1260–1625 nm
• Connections between simplex patch panels, SFP transceivers, and fiber NICs
• Upgrading or extending OS1/OS2 campus or data center fiber runs

Key specifications

• Length: 2 m
• Fiber type: OS2 single-mode, 9/125 µm
• Connector: LC (UPC) to SC (UPC), simplex
• Wavelength support: 1260–1625 nm (CWDM compatible)
• Typical insertion loss: <0.3 dB (connector)
• Jacket: LSZH (Low-Smoke Zero-Halogen)
• Standards: ITU-T G.652.D, G.657.A1; IEC60703-2-50 type B1.3/B6.a1

How to use

Verify that the LC and SC ports on your devices are clean and free of dust before making connections. Align the LC connector with the LC receptacle and insert until it clicks; insert the SC connector into the SC port until it latches. Route the cable with gentle bends, avoiding tight radii and sharp kinks to preserve the bend-insensitive properties. For CWDM use, ensure transceiver and channel assignments match the required wavelengths within the 1260–1625 nm range.

Usage recommendations

For reliable long-term performance, store and handle the OS2 patch cord in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, keep connector endfaces capped until installation, and use the included test report to confirm insertion loss values when integrating into critical 40G/100G links.