patch Chord SC APC to SC UPC 3M 285

Patchcord SC APC to SC UPC is a specific type of optical fiber patch cord with different connector types on each end. Here's what each part of the term represents:

Patchcord: This refers to a cable assembly used to connect two optical devices or components, such as transceivers, switches, or routers. Patch cords are commonly used for temporary or permanent connections in fiber optic networks.

SC APC to SC UPC: These terms refer to the types of connectors on each end of the patch cord:

SC APC (Angled Physical Contact): This connector type features an angled ferrule end-face, which helps reduce back-reflections and improve return loss compared to a flat end-face connector. SC APC connectors are commonly used in applications where low back-reflections are critical, such as in long-distance transmissions or high-speed networks.
SC UPC (Ultra Physical Contact): This connector type features a flat end-face with physical contact between the fiber cores. SC UPC connectors are commonly used in general-purpose applications where low insertion loss and high return loss are required, such as in local area networks (LANs) and telecommunications networks.
Patchcord SC APC to SC UPC" describes a patch cord with an SC APC connector on one end and an SC UPC connector on the other end, suitable for connecting optical devices or components with different connector types in fiber optic networks.