FC stands for Fixed Connection. It is fixed by way of threaded barrel housing. FC connectors are typical in test environments and for single mode applications. FC connectors were designed for use in high-vibration environments. The FC Connector is the most popular connector used today. It can be seen in every area of the communications environment, from a telecom´s distribution room to a LAN closet, the FC has set the standard for optical Fiber connectors. FCS are being replaced by SC and LC connectors.

Features:

Low insertion loss and high return loss
Free-floating ceramic ferrule
UL-rated plastic housing and boot
Boots in a variety of colors
High precision alignmentconctor

Applications:

Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs)
Fiber Optic CATV, FTTH, FTTB, FTTP etc
Fiber Optic telecommunication systems
Transmission Mode (ATM)
Fiber Optic Backbone
Military Instrumentation

Availability:

-The connector can be supplied as a pre-assembled one-piece connector or as connector kits.
-Clips are available for SC and LC duplex connectors
Housing kits without ferrule are available.
-PC, UPC and APC are available