Here, FC stands for Ferrule Connector, which uses a steel metal sleeve as the ferrule. Based on different return loss performance, physically contacting connectors are classified into. Understanding fiber connector types—SC/APC, SC/PC, LC/UPC, LC/APC, ST/PC, FC/PC, and FC/APC—is essential for selecting the right interface for your application. Either of them is physical contact fiber connectors. What are the differences between APC, UPC, PC? How to distinguish them? How to choose between them? This post will tell. What are SC/APC, LC/UPC? You may have heard. The FC connector is a fiber-optic connector with a threaded body, which was designed for use in high-vibration environments. The FC/PC single mode connectors on this page feature a pre-radiused (20 mm). Standard fiber cables are equipped with an FC Type connector (FC APC or FC PC).
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