The Tempo Communications Splice on Connector (SOC) provides a low loss low reflectivity termination for use in FTT(x) and P2P networks. Splice-on Connectors eliminate the need for a splice tray and promote a cleaner, more orderly installation as fiber lengths are easily determined. This prevents the technician from cutting the field fiber too short or too long. The fusion splice protector is located in the flexible strain relief/boot. The extended boot prevents the technician from inadvertently violating the minimum bend radius of the fiber thereby reducing the possibility of Macrobends from being made within the cabinet. The extended boot also provides the benefit of reusing the SOC if the fusion splicer failed to splice properly or if the cleaver failed to cleave the fiber properly. Up to three splicing attempts are possible which virtually eliminates the SOC from being wasted.