StarTech. com SMDOS2LCLC30M LC to LC OS2 Single Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Cable - 30m - 98. 4ft - 100G - LSZH - Yellow
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This fiber optic cable utilizes 9/125μm single-mode fiber optimized for laser wavelengths between 1260-1625nm, supporting Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing (CWDM) for extended channel isolation over long distances. The Ultra Physical Contact (UPC) polished connectors achieve return loss values of ≥55dB and insertion loss of ≤0.3dB, ensuring minimal signal degradation across the connection.
The cable's construction includes Aramid reinforcement within the polypropylene jacket for added durability and crush resistance. With a 2mm outer diameter, it maintains a compact profile while providing EMI immunity that eliminates electromagnetic interference concerns. The numbered and color-coded connectors simplify polarity identification during installation and maintenance.
Key Product Advantages
This fiber optic patch cable delivers several distinct advantages for network professionals. The combination of OS2 fiber with UPC connectors provides superior optical performance that exceeds industry standards for insertion and return loss. The bend-insensitive design allows installation in tight spaces and complex routing scenarios without signal degradation concerns.
Enhanced Safety Features
The LSZH jacket material prioritizes safety in data center environments by minimizing toxic fume emissions during combustion events. This makes the cable suitable for poorly ventilated spaces and enclosed pathways where traditional PVC jackets might pose safety risks.
- Low smoke emission
- Zero halogen content
- Flame retardant properties
Reliability Assurance
Each cable undergoes individual testing with documented performance verification. The included test report provides certified attenuation values and optical characteristics, giving installers confidence in the cable's performance before deployment.
- Individually tested
- Test report included
- Lifetime warranty
Deployment / Use Cases
This LC to LC fiber optic cable serves as an ideal solution for connecting network equipment in data centers, server rooms, and enterprise network closets. Its 30-meter length provides flexibility for cross-connects between equipment racks, while the duplex configuration supports bidirectional communication for full-duplex network links.
Primary applications include connecting switches to servers, storage area network (SAN) equipment interconnections, and backbone links between network distribution points. The cable's compatibility with 100G networks makes it suitable for high-speed data center interconnects, while its backward compatibility with lower-speed installations ensures versatility across infrastructure upgrades.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect top-of-rack switches to aggregation switches or link server racks to storage arrays with reliable 100G-capable fiber connections that support current and future bandwidth requirements.
Network Infrastructure Links
Establish backbone connections between network closets or link core switches with distribution switches in enterprise environments where EMI immunity and signal integrity are critical.
Highlights
- 30-meter (98.4ft) LC to LC duplex fiber optic patch cable with UPC connectors
- OS2 single-mode fiber optimized for 100G networks with 1260-1625nm wavelength support
- Bend-insensitive fiber technology allows 10mm loaded bend radius for tight installations
- LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) jacket enhances safety in enclosed spaces
- UPC polished connectors provide ≥55dB return loss and ≤0.3dB insertion loss
- Individually tested with included test report for verified performance
- Backward compatible with OS1 fiber installations for upgrade flexibility
- EMI immune design eliminates electromagnetic interference concerns
- Bright yellow jacket for easy visual identification in cable management systems
- Lifetime warranty from StarTech.com for long-term reliability assurance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SMDOS2LCLC30M |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | Fiber Optic Duplex Patch Network Cable |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Fiber Optic |
| Cable Characteristic | Patch Cable |
| Fiber Optic Mode | Single-mode |
| Fiber Type | Duplex |
| Fiber Category | OS2 |
| Cable Length | 98.4 ft (30 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | LC/UPC Network - Male |
| Connector Gender on First End | Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 2 x LC/UPC Network - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | LC/UPC Network - Male |
| Connector Gender on Second End | Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 2 x LC/UPC Network - Male |
| Jacket Type | LSZH |
| Device Supported | Network Device,Server,Switch,Storage Device |
| Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbit/s |
| Features | Bend Insensitive,Ultra Physical Contact (UPC),UPC Polished Connector,Flame Retardant,Passive,EMI Protection,Bendable |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Yellow |
| Product Color | Yellow |
| Product Material | Polypropylene |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported by this fiber optic cable?
This OS2 single-mode fiber optic cable supports data transfer rates up to 100 Gbit/s, making it suitable for high-speed network applications including 100G Ethernet. The cable is laser-optimized for wavelengths between 1260-1625nm and supports Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing (CWDM) for efficient bandwidth utilization over long distances.
What type of connectors does this cable have on both ends?
Both ends of this duplex cable feature LC/UPC connectors with male terminations. Each end includes two LC connectors (one for transmit, one for receive) in a duplex configuration. The UPC (Ultra Physical Contact) polish provides improved return loss characteristics compared to standard PC polish, with return loss values of ≥55dB for optimal signal integrity.
What does LSZH jacket mean and why is it important?
LSZH stands for Low Smoke Zero Halogen, a jacket material that emits minimal smoke and no halogen gases when exposed to fire. This is particularly important in enclosed spaces like data centers and network closets where traditional PVC jackets could produce toxic fumes during combustion. The LSZH jacket enhances safety for personnel and reduces corrosion risks to sensitive equipment.
How does the bend-insensitive feature benefit installation?
The bend-insensitive fiber technology allows the cable to maintain signal integrity even when bent to a 10mm radius under load. This enables installation in tight spaces, around corners, and through crowded cable pathways without the signal degradation that typically affects standard fiber cables. The feature is particularly valuable in complex data center environments where cable routing is constrained.
What devices is this fiber optic cable compatible with?
This cable is compatible with network devices, servers, switches, and storage devices that feature LC fiber interfaces. It supports single-mode fiber connections for both short and long-distance applications. The OS2 fiber is backward compatible with OS1 equipment, providing flexibility during infrastructure upgrades or mixed-environment deployments.
What warranty comes with this fiber optic cable?
StarTech.com provides a lifetime limited warranty for this fiber optic cable, covering defects in materials and workmanship for the product's usable life. Each cable is individually tested with a performance test report included, ensuring it meets specified optical characteristics before shipment. This warranty reflects the product's quality construction and reliability for critical network infrastructure.
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