TEMPO COMMUNICATIONS | PART #LC-500 Universal OTDR Launch Cable Box for 500m Singlemode Fiber DESCRIPTION The LC-500 is a 500m launch cable that is used in conjunction with singlemode OTDR’s to compensate for the OTDR deadzone when measuring long cable spans OVERVIEW 500m singlemode fiber Universal connection; allows the technician to interface to SC, LC, FC and ST connectors; APC and UPC where applicable. Small compact design DOCUMENTS LC500 Datasheet Use of the LC 500 Launch Cable SPECIFICATIONS Attribute Name Attribute Value Country of Origin CN TEMPO COMMUNICATIONS | PART #LC-500 Universal OTDR Launch Cable Box for 500m Singlemode Fiber DESCRIPTION The LC-500 is a 500m launch cable that is used in conjunction with singlemode OTDR’s to compensate for the OTDR deadzone when measuring long cable spans OVERVIEW 500m singlemode fiber Universal connection; allows the technician to interface to SC, LC, FC and ST connectors; APC and UPC where applicable. Small compact design DOCUMENTS LC500 Datasheet Use of the LC 500 Launch Cable SPECIFICATIONS Attribute Name Attribute Value Country of Origin CN Common Questions About Universal OTDR Launch Cable Box LC-500An OTDR launch cable is used to compensate for the OTDR dead zone so the first connector and splice events can be accurately measured. Why is a 500m launch cable used with an OTDR?A 500m launch cable moves the first event outside the OTDR dead zone, allowing accurate testing of long singlemode fiber spans. What connector types does the LC-500 support?The LC-500 supports universal connections for SC, LC, FC, and ST connectors, with APC and UPC compatibility where applicable. Is this launch cable portable for field use?Yes, the LC-500 features a compact, portable design suitable for field testing and transport. At a Glance• 500m singlemode OTDR launch cable• Compensates for OTDR dead zone• Universal connector compatibility• Supports APC and UPC interfaces• Compact, field ready enclosure• Designed for accurate long span testing