Patch Cord SC-LC Single Mode DX 3M

The Netsys NS-SCUPC-LCUPC-DX-SM-3M is a high-precision Single-mode (OS2) Duplex Hybrid Patch Cord designed for high-speed data transmission and legacy hardware integration. At 3 meters (approx. 10 feet), this cable is the ideal length for patching between switches and distribution panels within the same or adjacent equipment racks.

Key Features

• Hybrid SC to LC Connectivity: Features an SC/UPC connector on one end and an LC/UPC connector on the other. This allows for a direct, low-loss link between legacy SC-style patch panels or storage hardware and modern, high-density LC-based switches and transceivers.

• OS2 Single-mode Fiber: Built with a 9/125µm core, optimized for 1310nm and 1550nm wavelengths.¹ Single-mode fiber is essential for maintaining signal integrity over distance and is suitable for Gigabit, 10G, 40G, and 100G networking.

• Ultra Physical Contact (UPC) Polish: Both the SC and LC connectors are finished with a precision UPC polish (identifiable by their blue housings). This ensures extremely low insertion loss (≤ 0.3dB) and a high return loss (≥ 50dB), preventing signal degradation.

• 3.0m Versatile Reach: Provides enough slack for clean, professional routing through vertical cable managers without creating unmanageable cable bulk or restricting airflow within the cabinet.

• Standard Yellow Jacket: Wrapped in the industry-standard yellow jacket for Single-mode fiber, allowing for instant visual identification to distinguish it from multimode (Orange/Aqua) cabling.

Technical Specifications

Best Use Case

The NS-SCUPC-LCUPC-DX-SM-3M is specifically designed for cross-generation hardware patching. It is the go-to solution for connecting a modern network switch with LC SFP ports to an existing building backbone terminated at an SC-style fiber distribution frame located in the same equipment rack.