Corning OptiTap SC APC 1 Fiber Drop Cable for FTTH Networks

Product Name: Fiber Optic Outdoor Patch Cord with Optitap connector
Brand: Anfkom
Raw Materials: Corning or YOFC fiber,US kevlar
Using Life:20 Years
Loading Port: Shenzhen,Shekou
MOQ: 10pcs
Packing: Carton Box
Shipping Mark: Anfkom
Lead Time: 15-20 days
Country of Origin: China

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Product Detail

The Corning OptiTap SC APC 1 fiber drop cable is a hardened, pre-terminated fiber optic solution designed for fast and reliable FTTH deployment. Built for outdoor environments, this plug-and-play cable assembly significantly reduces installation time and labor costs in access networks.

Using industry-leading OptiTap® connector technology, it ensures secure, weather-resistant connections in harsh conditions such as moisture, dust, and extreme temperatures.

Key Features of OptiTap SC APC 1 Fiber Cable

Hardened OptiTap® connector for outdoor use
SC/APC interface with low insertion loss ≤0.3 dB
Excellent return loss ≥60 dB
Plug-and-play installation (no field termination required)
Compatible with standard FTTH terminals and closures
Built-in pulling eye for easy installation
Fully tested to Telcordia GR-3120 standards

Applications

The OptiTap SC APC drop cable is widely used in:

FTTH (Fiber to the Home) deployments
Outdoor fiber access networks
Multiport service terminals (MST) connections
Aerial and duct installations
Rapid subscriber connection projects

Its hardened connector design allows fast connection to terminals and closures, reducing installation complexity.

Why Choose OptiTap Drop Cable?

OptiTap® technology is widely deployed globally due to its reliability and efficiency:

Faster deployment with pre-connectorized design
Reduced installation errors and labor cost
Proven durability in harsh outdoor environments
Supports scalable FTTH rollouts

Over millions of deployments, hardened connectors like OptiTap have demonstrated high reliability in real-world networks.

Customization Options

We provide OEM/ODM services for:

Custom cable lengths
Different fiber brands (Corning, YOFC, Prysmian)
Cable diameter and structure
Packaging and labeling

Specification

Fiber type	SM(9/125)G657A1
Fiber count	1core
Polish	APC
Insertion Loss	≤0.3dB(APC)
Return Loss	≥60dB(APC)
Operating temperature	-40°C to +85°C
Standards	UL GR-3120-core tested
Durability	500 cycles
Ferrule material	Full ceramic zirconia

Cable Technical Parameters

Product Description		Single-Tube, Gel-Filling Cable, 1F, Single-mode (G657A2)
Fiber Count		1
Fiber Category		Single-mode G657A2
Cable	Material	LSZH
	Color	Black
	Diameter (mm)	5.0±0.2
PBT Loose tube	Material	PBT
	Color	WHITE
	Diameter (mm)	2.1±0.1
Loose Buffer fiber	Material	PVC
	Color	Green
	Diameter (mm)	0.9±0.05
Tensile Strength Elements and/or Armoring – Layer 1		Aramid yarn
Tensile Strength Elements and/or Armoring – Layer 2		Water-swellable dielectric strength members
Nominal weight(kg/km)		45
Number of Ripcords		1
Max.tensile Strength(N)	Short-term	800
Max.tensile Strength(N)	Long-term	250
Min.Bending Radius(mm)	Dynamic	120
Min.Bending Radius(mm)	Static	75
Max.Crush Resistance(N/100mm)	Short-term	1000
Max.Crush Resistance(N/100mm)	Long-term	300
Temperature range	Storage	-40℃~70℃
	Operation	-20℃~70℃
	Installation	-10℃~ 60℃
RoHS	according to RoHS 2011/65/EU

Optical Characteristics

Characteristics		Conditions	Specified Values
Cladding diameter				125.0±0.7
Cladding non-circularity				≤0.7
Coating diameter				245±5
Coating/cladding concentricity error				<12
Core/cladding concentricity error				≤0.5
Curl				≥4
Attenuation		1310nm		≤0.4
		1383nm		≤0.4
		1490nm		≤0.4
		1550nm		≤0.3
		1625nm		≤0.3
Attenuation vs. Wavelength max. A difference		1285~1330nm		≤0.03
		1525~1575nm		≤0.02
Dispersion coefficient		1550nm		≤18
		1625nm		≤23
Zero dispersion wavelength				1304~1324
Zero dispersion slope				≤0.092
Polarization mode dispersion
PMD maximum individual fibre				≤0.2
PMD design link value				≤0.06
Cable cut off wavelength				≤1260
Mode field diameter		1310nm		8.2~9.0
		1550nm		9.1~10.1
Environmental characteristics		1310nm、1550nm&1625nm
Temperature cycling		-60℃ to +85℃		≤0.05
Temperature-humidity cycling		-10℃ to +85℃, 4% to 98% RH		≤0.05
Water immersion		23℃, 30 days		≤0.05
Dry heat		85℃, 30 days		≤0.05
Damp heat		85℃, 85%RH, 30 days		≤0.05
Proof test				≥100
Macro bending induced loss
1Turns @7.5mm Radius	1625nm			0.8
1Turns @7.5mm Radius	1550nm			0.4
Dynamic stress corrosion susceptibility parameter				20

FAQ

What is an OptiTap connector?

An OptiTap connector is a hardened fiber optic connector designed for outdoor FTTH applications, enabling quick plug-and-play installation without splicing.