FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM Simplex Patchcord
FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM Simplex Patchcord is part of the fiber optic patchcord range built by Ever Expresslink Limited in Ningbo, China. It is built on the FC (Ferrule Connector) interface.
Factory-terminated jumpers that turn a planned link budget into a working one
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Product Overview
FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM Simplex Patchcord is part of the fiber optic patchcord range built by Ever Expresslink Limited in Ningbo, China. It is built on the FC (Ferrule Connector) interface.
The FC fiber optic cable is available in both singlemode and multimode versions, and is fully intermateable with NTT-FC products. Both singlemode and multimode versions FC fiber patch come with a zirconia ceramic ferrule with pre-polished PC profile and convex spherical end. These endface types allow for faster polishing, and low back reflection and optical loss, while ensuring maximum repeatability.
FC uses a 2.5 mm zirconia ceramic ferrule inside a threaded metal coupling nut, so the mated pair is locked mechanically rather than held by a spring latch. The screw coupling keeps end-face contact stable when the rack is vibrating or when technicians work on neighboring ports, which is why FC stayed the default on test sets, monitoring gear and older carrier equipment.
Single-mode fiber carries one propagation mode in a 9 µm core, so pulse spreading stays low and the link budget is set by loss rather than dispersion. Use it for access, metro and long-haul spans, for PON distribution and for anything that has to survive a future speed upgrade.
UPC is an ultra-physical-contact polish: a domed, highly polished end face that presses fiber core to fiber core. It is the default for most data, enterprise and general telecom patching.
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Key Benefits
- Supplied as FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM Simplex Patchcord, so the part you receive matches the designation you ordered against
- UPC end face: It is the default for most data, enterprise and general telecom patching.
- Single Mode at 9/125 µm: Use it for access, metro and long-haul spans, for PON distribution and for anything that has to survive a future speed upgrade.
- Simplex construction: A single fiber in one jacket, terminated at both ends. Use it for one-way paths, for monitoring taps and wherever a duplex pair would just be waste.
- Consistent boot and jacket color coding, which keeps a dense patch field readable
- Bulk packing options that suit a rollout rather than a single repair
Problems It Solves
- Jacket ratings that fail a building inspection after the cabling is already installed
- Long lead times on non-standard lengths, which stall a commissioning window
- Link budgets that pass on paper and fail on site because connector loss was assumed rather than measured
- Cords that drift out of spec after repeated re-patching in an active patch field
Application Scenarios
- Telecommunications
- CATV
- LAN
- Carrier transmission equipment
- Stocking spares for network maintenance crews
- Patching optical line terminals to splitter shelves inside a central office
Who It Is For
- Data-center and enterprise cabling contractors building out patch fields
- System integrators commissioning transmission and monitoring equipment
- Distributors who need one supplier for a full connector and polish matrix
- OEM equipment makers bundling cords with their own hardware
Technical Features
- FC (Ferrule Connector) interface
- FC needs the alignment key to seat in the adapter slot before the nut is tightened. Cross-threading a keyed FC is the single most common cause of high loss on an FC link.
- Single Mode fiber at 9/125 µm
- Zirconia ceramic ferrule with pre-polished end face
- Spring-loaded ferrule assembly to maintain physical contact under load
- Bend-controlled boot to protect the fiber at the connector exit
- Jacket and boot color coded by polish type for quick field identification
Materials
- Zirconia ceramic ferrule
- Copper alloy or stainless coupling hardware
- PVC, LSZH or OFNP jacket depending on the building code that applies
- Aramid yarn strength members
- Thermoplastic boot and housing
Specifications
| Product Designation | FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM SIMPLEX PATCHCORD |
|---|---|
| Product Family | Fiber Optic Patchcord |
| Connector Interface | FC (Ferrule Connector) |
| End Face Polish | UPC |
| Fiber Mode | Single Mode (9/125 µm) |
| Cable Structure | Simplex |
| Referenced Standards | IEC 61 754-13; CECC 86 115-801 |
| Manufactured In | Ningbo, China |
| Warranty | One year against defects in materials and workmanship |
Values shown are those carried by the product designation. Dimensional and optical values for a specific order are confirmed on the quotation.
Manufacturing Process
- Fiber and connector kitting against the works order
- Epoxy injection and fiber insertion into the ferrule
- Oven curing of the epoxy bond
- Cleave and multi-stage polish to the specified end-face profile
- Interferometric and visual end-face inspection
- Insertion loss and return loss test on every unit
- End-cap fitting, labeling and individual bagging
Quality Control
- End-face geometry inspection before the cord is allowed to be tested
- Insertion loss and return loss measured per assembly, not per batch
- Tensile and side-pull checks on sample units from each production run
- Visual inspection for jacket damage, boot seating and label accuracy
- Final cleanliness check and end-cap fitting before packing
Customization Options
- Any length from short equipment jumpers to long riser runs
- Mixed connector types on each end for equipment-to-frame transitions
- UPC or APC polish specified per end
- PVC, LSZH, armoured or outdoor-rated jacket
- Custom boot colors, jacket printing and private-label packaging
Compared With Other Options
| SC | SC seats faster with a push-pull motion; FC holds up better where the cabinet vibrates or ports get bumped |
|---|---|
| ST | ST twists on with a bayonet in a quarter turn; FC's threaded nut takes longer but resists loosening |
| APC version | APC adds an eight degree angle so reflections leave the core, which matters on PON, CATV and RF-over-glass paths. It is not interchangeable with this part. |
| Multimode version | Multimode is cheaper to drive over short in-building distances but cannot carry the reach or the upgrade headroom of single mode. |
Handling FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM Simplex Patchcord
Before You Order
- Confirm the connector type and polish at both ends against the equipment and the frame
- Confirm fiber mode and core size match the installed plant end to end
- Inspect and clean both end faces before every mating, including on a new cord
In Service
- Seat the connector fully until the latch or nut engages, then verify with a power meter
- Keep the bend radius above the cord's rated minimum through the whole route
- Re-cap any cord taken out of service instead of leaving the ferrule exposed
Questions About FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM Simplex Patchcord
What do you need from us to quote FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM Simplex Patchcord?
The quantity, the destination and anything that has to match on your side: connector and polish at each end, fiber mode and core size, and length where the item is an assembly. If you are matching a part you already buy, send the sample and we will quote against it.
Can FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM Simplex Patchcord be supplied with a different connector interface?
Yes. FC (Ferrule Connector) is what this designation carries, and the same family is stocked across the other mainstream connector standards. Tell us the port you have to mate with and we will confirm the equivalent part.
Is FC/UPC-FC/UPC SM Simplex Patchcord available in the other fiber mode?
This item is single mode. Single-mode alignment tolerance is tight. End-face cleanliness matters more here than on any multimode link. The corresponding version in the other fiber mode is available; confirm the installed plant at both ends before ordering.
What connector and polish combinations can you supply on a patch cord?
We build cords with FC, SC, LC, ST, MU, MT-RJ and E2000 ends in UPC, APC and PC polish, including mixed-connector cords with a different type on each end. Tell us the equipment port and the frame port and we will quote the assembly that bridges them.
Can I order non-standard lengths?
Yes. Cords are cut and terminated to the length on your order rather than to a fixed catalog ladder, which is usually cheaper than buying long cords and coiling the slack.
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