Flat Drop Patch Cords (also known as FTTH "Butterfly" Drop Cable Patch Cords) serve as a core connectivity component in home broadband upgrades and Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) deployments. Typically, these cables feature pre-terminated fiber optic connectors—such as SC or FC types—at both ends, enabling rapid and efficient optical circuit connections. Characterized by their single-mode, single-core configuration, high tensile strength, quick installation, elimination of the need for on-site fusion splicing, and low cost, these patch cords are widely utilized for short-distance indoor and outdoor connections; custom lengths are available upon request.

 

Key features
These cables utilize single-mode (or multi-mode) fiber cores—typically in single-core or dual-core configurations—and incorporate strengthening members (such as steel wire or FRP rods). The outer jacket is constructed from Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) or PVC materials, providing substantial tensile strength.
-- **Primary Interfaces:** The SC-SC (square connector) configuration is the dominant standard in the market, though other interface types—such as FC-SC, FC-FC, and LC—are also available. These patch cords are suitable for connecting devices such as ONUs, Optical Modems, or Distribution Boxes.
-- **Pre-terminated Patch Cords (Factory-Finished):** Unlike cables assembled on-site, these finished flat drop patch cords undergo rigorous polishing and testing at the factory. Consequently, their connection reliability, stability, and service life are significantly superior to those achieved using on-site mechanical splices (cold connectors).

 

Application
-- **Application Scenarios:** Primarily deployed in Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) networks, connections between equipment rooms and user terminals, Local Area Networks (LANs), and telecommunications data transmission systems.