April 27, 2001 QPC Fiber Optic's E2000 connector has a full-metal protection shutter to conform to safety requirements in current laser classes. An insertion loss of less than 0.1 dB and a return loss of more than 85 dB on the angled physical contact (APC) make this system designed for high-performance networks, according to company claims. Its compact adapter is designed for high-packing applications and fits the same panel cut outs as a SC simplex adapter. These assemblies are available with various cable types from 900-micron buffered fiber to 3.0-mm jacketed cable. For more information visit www.qpcfiber.com.