AddOn ADD-LC-LC-5M5OM3 5m LC to LC Aqua OM3 Duplex Fiber Patch Cable - 16. 4 ft (5 m) Riser-Rated LSZH
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This fiber optic patch cable features OM3 multi-mode duplex fiber, which is optimized for 10 Gigabit Ethernet and other high-bandwidth applications. The cable length of 16.4 feet (5 meters) provides flexibility for various installation scenarios without signal degradation.
Both ends terminate with 2 x LC Network - Male connectors, ensuring secure and precise connections. The Physical Contact (PC) polish on the connectors minimizes insertion loss and back reflection for optimal signal integrity.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Cable Characteristic, Fiber Optic Mode, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This patch cable delivers exceptional performance and reliability for demanding network environments. The combination of OM3 fiber and PC connectors ensures low signal loss and high data integrity.
Riser-Rated Safety
The LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) OFNR jacket meets riser-rated safety standards, making it suitable for vertical runs between floors in commercial buildings.
- Reduced smoke emission
- Halogen-free for safety
- Riser and plenum rated
Durable Construction
Stranded fiber construction provides flexibility and durability, resisting damage from repeated bending and movement during installation and maintenance.
- Flexible design
- Damage resistance
- Long service life
Deployment / Use Cases
This LC to LC fiber patch cable is ideal for connecting switches, routers, servers, and storage devices in data centers and enterprise networks. The 5-meter length provides sufficient reach for rack-to-rack or within-rack connections.
Common applications include connecting SAN/NAS storage arrays, linking network switches in server rooms, and establishing backbone connections between network equipment. The aqua color coding helps technicians quickly identify OM3 multi-mode cables in complex installations.
Data Center Connectivity
Perfect for high-density data center environments where reliable fiber connections are critical for network performance and uptime.
Server Room Infrastructure
Ideal for connecting servers to switches or establishing inter-switch links in enterprise server rooms and network closets.
Highlights
- 5-meter (16.4 ft) LC to LC duplex fiber patch cable
- OM3 laser-optimized multi-mode fiber with 50/125 µm core
- 2 x LC Network - Male connectors on both ends
- Physical Contact (PC) polish for optimal signal integrity
- LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) OFNR riser-rated jacket
- Aqua color for easy identification in cable management
- Stranded construction for flexibility and durability
- RoHS compliant and environmentally friendly
- 3 Year Lifetime limited warranty
- Compatible with standard network devices and equipment
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AddOn |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ADD-LC-LC-5M5OM3 |
| Brand Name | AddOn |
| Product Name | 5m Laser-Optimized Multi-Mode fiber (LOMM) Duplex LC/LC OM3 Aqua Patch Cable |
| Packaged Quantity | 1.0 |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Fiber Optic |
| Cable Characteristic | Patch Cable |
| Fiber Optic Mode | Multi-mode |
| Fiber Type | Duplex |
| Fiber Optic Cable Core/Cladding Specification | 50/125 µm |
| Fiber Category | OM3 |
| Cable Length | 16.4 ft (5 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | LC Network - Male |
| Connector Gender on First End | Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 2 x LC Network - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | LC Network - Male |
| Connector Gender on Second End | Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 2 x LC Network - Male |
| Shielding | No |
| Jacket Type | LSZH,OFNR,Riser,Plenum |
| Device Supported | Network Device |
| Features | Physical Contact (PC),Stranded |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Green |
| Product Color | Aqua |
| Jacket Material | Low Smoke Zero Halogen |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| TAA Compliant | No |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the length of this fiber patch cable?
This AddOn fiber patch cable measures 5 meters (16.4 feet) in length. This provides sufficient reach for typical rack-to-rack or within-rack connections in data centers and server rooms while maintaining optimal signal quality for high-speed data transmission.
What type of connectors does this cable have on both ends?
Both ends of this cable feature 2 x LC Network - Male connectors. The LC connectors are compact and widely used in high-density network environments. They include Physical Contact (PC) polish to minimize insertion loss and back reflection for reliable fiber optic connections.
What does OM3 fiber category mean for this cable?
OM3 indicates laser-optimized multi-mode fiber that supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet transmission at distances up to 300 meters. This cable uses 50/125 µm core/cladding specification and is designed for high-bandwidth applications in data centers and enterprise networks where reliable performance is essential.
Is this cable suitable for vertical installations between floors?
Yes, this cable features an LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) OFNR jacket that is riser-rated, making it suitable for vertical runs between floors in commercial buildings. The jacket material reduces smoke emission and contains no halogens, meeting safety standards for riser applications.
What is the warranty coverage for this fiber patch cable?
This AddOn fiber patch cable comes with a 3 Year Lifetime limited warranty. This warranty coverage provides assurance of product quality and reliability for your network infrastructure investments, supporting long-term deployment in business environments.
What color is the cable jacket and why does it matter?
The cable jacket is aqua (a shade of green), which is the standard color coding for OM3 multi-mode fiber optic cables. This color coding helps network technicians quickly identify cable types during installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting in complex cabling environments.
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