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Fiber Optic Adapter
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Fiber Optic Adapter

Precision bulkhead adapters that join like connectors for low-loss optical continuity.

Precision passive coupler that joins two like fiber optic connectors end-to-end across a bulkhead, patch panel or enclosure, using a zirconia-ceramic or phosphor-bronze split sleeve available for all common connector standards in SM and MM.
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Technical Specifications

Connector TypesSC, LC, FC, ST, MU, E2000, MT-RJ
ConfigurationSimplex / Duplex / Quad
Fiber TypeSingle-mode (OS1/OS2) / Multimode (OM1–OM4)
PolishUPC / APC
Durability≥ 1000 mating cycles

Key Features

  • Couples two like connectors (SC, LC, FC, ST, MU, E2000, MT-RJ) for optical continuity across a panel
  • High-precision zirconia-ceramic or phosphor-bronze split alignment sleeve for accurate ferrule alignment
  • Low insertion loss ≤ 0.2 dB for minimal signal degradation
  • High return loss ≥ 50 dB (UPC) and ≥ 60 dB (APC) for single-mode
  • Available in simplex, duplex, and quad configurations
  • UPC and APC polish options to match connector end-faces
  • Compatible with both single-mode (OS1/OS2) and multimode (OM1–OM4) fiber
  • Plug-and-play installation with no special tools; ≥ 1000 mating cycles over −40 °C to +75 °C

Applications & Use Cases

  • Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) and Fiber-to-the-Building (FTTB) network deployments
  • Telecommunications patch panels, ODFs, and bulkhead interconnects
  • Data centre cross-connects and enterprise LAN cabling
  • Cable TV (CATV) and broadband infrastructure