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A fiber optical adapter is a special connector designed to mate or connect two ends of a fiber optic cable with high precision.
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LC fiber optical adapters (also called LC fiber optic couplers) connect two LC patch cables or LC pigtails together with superior stability.
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Designed for multimode or singlemode fibers, featuring high precision alignment sleeves for improved reliability and reconnectability.
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Widely compatible with patch panels, distribution frames (ODFs), terminal boxes, and testing equipment.
| Connector type |
Standard LC |
| Fiber Type |
Multimode OM3, OM4 |
| Polishing Type |
PC |
| Fiber Count |
Quad (4 fibers) |
| Insertion Loss (IL) |
≤0.3 dB |
| Return Loss (RL) |
≥35dB |
| Sleeve Material |
Zirconia Ceramic |
| Operating Temp |
-20°C ~ +70°C |
| Standard |
TIA/EIA-604, IEC, Telcordia compliance |
Feature Low insertion loss & High return loss
Design Lightweight durable plastic housing
Style With flange, aqua body color
Durability 500 mates endurance
High Density SC duplex footprint compatible
Safety RoHS compliant, high dusty cap
APPLICATIONS
FTTH (Fiber To The Home)
PON (Passive Optical Networks)
WAN / LAN
Data Centers
CCTV & CATV
Metro & Railway
Patch Panels & Distribution Boxes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the advantage of an LC Quad adapter over other types?
The LC Quad adapter allows for higher density connections. Since its size is the same as an SC duplex adapter, it can be installed in high-density fiber optic patch panels to double the fiber count in the same space.
Are these adapters compatible with both OM3 and OM4 fibers?
Yes, these aqua-colored LC Quad adapters are specifically designed to support both Multimode OM3 and OM4 fiber optic connections with high precision alignment.
What material is used for the alignment sleeve?
These adapters utilize Zirconia Ceramic sleeves, which provide much higher precision and durability compared to metal sleeves, ensuring stable performance over 500 remates.
Does the adapter come with mounting hardware?
The adapters feature a flanged body design and usually include inbuilt metal clips for quick and secure snap-in installation into panels or distribution boxes.
What are the typical loss values for these LC couplers?
They offer low insertion loss (≤0.3dB) and high return loss (≥35dB), ensuring minimal signal degradation across your network infrastructure.
How do the colors distinguish between different fiber types?
Typically, aqua is used for OM3/OM4, beige for OM1/OM2, and violet can be used specifically for OM4, helping technicians identify fiber types visually.
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