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Yellow single-mode fibre patch cord with SC and ST connectors, 524.9 ft length

FLUKE networks

FLUKE networks SMC-9-SCST single-mode fibre measurement tool 9/125 µm SC/ST 524.9 ft

SKU CH-CK4F-ZJSJ9 MPN SMC-9-SCST

Single-mode fibre patch cord with SC to ST connectors, 524.9 ft length for Fluke Networks OTDR testing

  • Connector detailsConnector on First End:SC Male Network Connector on Second E
  • Single-mode 9/125 µm core for precise long-distance testing
  • 9 ft length enables extended reach measurements
  • SC male to ST male connectors fit mixed patch panels
  • Compatible with Fluke OptiFiber Pro OTDR and DTX-1800 OTDR
  • 90-day limited warranty covers new unit defects

Single-mode fibre test lead 524.9 ft

The Fluke Networks SMC-9-SCST is a single-mode fibre patch cord built for technicians who verify link loss on live networks. Its 9/125 µm core/cladding diameter matches standard OS2 cabling used in campus and metro installations.

SC-to-ST connectors for OptiFiber Pro

One end terminates in an SC male connector and the other in an ST male connector, letting the lead plug directly into the test ports of Fluke Networks OptiFiber Pro OTDR and DTX-1800 OTDR units without extra adapters.

524.9 ft length sets maximum reach

The fixed 524.9 ft cable length determines the furthest link you can qualify in a single shot; teams needing longer spans or a different connector pairing will need a separate lead.

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Price $217.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameFluke Networks
Model nameSMC-9-SCST
Ports & slots
Connector detailsConnector on First End:SC Male Network
Connector on Second End:ST Male Network
Size & build
Shipping weight0.75 kg
Package size305 × 260 × 140 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 9/125 µm single-mode fibre require periodic cleaning or replacement of the SC and ST connectors?

The SC male and ST male connectors should be inspected and cleaned before each use with a lint-free wipe and approved solvent; the fibre itself does not degrade under normal handling, so replacement is only needed if the ferrules are scratched or the cable is kinked.

What is the maximum continuous length the 524.9 ft cable can support before signal loss limits an OTDR trace?

At 9/125 µm single-mode specifications the cable is rated for the full 524.9 ft; insertion loss stays within OTDR dynamic-range limits for the Fluke OptiFiber Pro and DTX-1800 OTDR, so the length itself is not the limiting factor.

How much heat does the SMC-9-SCST generate during an all-day OTDR test session?

The patch cord is passive and produces no measurable heat; any temperature rise comes from the OTDR module, not from the 524.9 ft single-mode cable or its SC/ST connectors.

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