IEC 60874-14-2:1997 PDF

Overview

IEC 60874-14-2:1997 is an IEC detail specification for the SC/PC tuned fibre optic connector terminated to single‑mode fibre type B1. It defines mechanical dimensions, ferrule endface geometry, materials, performance limits and qualification/inspection schedules for an SC plug used in patchcord and datacom applications (referencing ISO/IEC 11801). The standard supports consistent manufacturing, testing and quality control of SC‑PC connectors intended for single‑mode installations.

Key topics and requirements

• Connector type and configuration: SC plug - push‑pull coupling, plug‑adaptor‑plug configuration, patchcord arrangement with resilient sleeve alignment.
• Fibre type: Terminated to single‑mode fibre type B1 (references IEC 60793‑2 for mode field and cladding details).
• Ferrule and materials: Zirconia ferrule variants specified; ferrule endface geometry, allowable undercut/protrusion and eccentricity limits (spherical polished endface eccentricity