StarTech. com SMDOS2SCSC10M 10m - 32. 8ft SC to SC UPC OS2 Single Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Cable - 9/125100G - LSZH - Yellow
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This fiber optic cable leverages single-mode OS2 fiber technology, which is immune to electromagnetic interference and optimized for high-speed data transmission. The Ultra Physical Contact (UPC) polish on the SC connectors improves return loss compared to standard PC polish, ensuring minimal signal reflection and maximum performance.
The cable supports data transfer rates up to 100 Gbit/s and is backward compatible with OS1 standards, making it suitable for both current and legacy network upgrades. Each cable is individually tested and includes a test report, guaranteeing insertion loss of ≤0.3dB and return loss of ≥55dB.
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 cable combines robust construction with advanced safety features, delivering reliable performance in complex network installations. The LSZH jacket and bend-insensitive fiber core ensure durability and safety, while the UPC connectors provide superior optical performance.
Enhanced Safety
The Low Smoke Zero Halogen jacket minimizes toxic fume emission in case of combustion, making this cable safe for use in poorly ventilated or enclosed spaces such as data centers and server rooms.
- LSZH jacket material
- Flame retardant
- Low toxic fume emission
Superior Performance
With insertion loss under 0.35dB/km and return loss exceeding 55dB, this cable outperforms industry standards, ensuring reliable data transmission for 40G/100G networks.
- ≤0.3dB insertion loss
- ≥55dB return loss
- 100 Gbit/s data rate
Durable Construction
The bend-insensitive fiber core housed in an aramid-reinforced jacket withstands tight bends with a loaded bend radius of just 10mm, facilitating complex installations without compromising signal integrity.
- 10mm bend radius
- Bend resistant
- Aramid reinforcement
Deployment / Use Cases
This SC to SC fiber optic patch cable is ideal for connecting network equipment in data centers, enterprise server rooms, and storage area networks. Its compatibility with 40G and 100G networks makes it suitable for high-speed backbone connections, while the single-mode OS2 fiber ensures long-distance performance with minimal signal degradation.
Common deployment scenarios include linking switches to servers, connecting storage devices to network arrays, and establishing connections between network devices in rack-mounted environments. The yellow color provides easy identification in cable management systems, and the number-labeled connectors simplify polarity management during installation.
Highlights
- 10-meter (32.8-foot) SC to SC UPC duplex fiber optic patch cable
- OS2 single-mode fiber with 9/125 µm core/cladding for 40G/100G networks
- LSZH jacket for low toxic fume emission in enclosed spaces
- Bend-insensitive fiber core with 10mm loaded bend radius
- Ultra Physical Contact (UPC) polish for improved return loss
- Individually tested with included test report
- Backward compatible with OS1 fiber standards
- Bright yellow color for easy identification
- Lifetime warranty for long-term reliability
- Supports extended 1260-1625nm wavelength range
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SMDOS2SCSC10M |
| 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 Optic Cable Core/Cladding Specification | 9/125 µm |
| Fiber Category | OS2 |
| Cable Length | 32.8 ft (10 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | SC Network - Male |
| Connector Gender on First End | Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 2 x SC Network - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | SC Network - Male |
| Connector Gender on Second End | Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 2 x SC Network - Male |
| Jacket Type | LSZH |
| Device Supported | Network Device,Server,Switch,Storage Device |
| Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbit/s |
| Features | Ultra Physical Contact (UPC),Bend Insensitive,Flame Retardant,Bend Resistant |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Yellow |
| Product Color | Yellow |
| Product Material | Polypropylene |
| Jacket Material | Low Smoke Zero Halogen |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Certification | EU RoHS |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2,Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the difference between OS1 and OS2 single-mode fiber?
OS2 single-mode fiber has stricter attenuation specifications and supports higher bandwidth over longer distances compared to OS1. This StarTech.com cable uses OS2 fiber, which is optimized for 40G and 100G networks and offers better performance for data center and long-haul applications while maintaining backward compatibility with OS1 equipment.
Can this cable be used for 10G network connections?
Yes, this OS2 single-mode fiber optic cable is fully backward compatible and supports 10G networks in addition to 40G and 100G applications. The cable's performance specifications, including low insertion loss and high return loss, ensure reliable operation across various network speeds from 10G to 100G.
What does LSZH jacket mean and why is it important?
LSZH stands for Low Smoke Zero Halogen, a jacket material that emits minimal toxic fumes and smoke when exposed to fire. This is particularly important in enclosed spaces like data centers and server rooms where ventilation may be limited. The LSZH jacket enhances safety by reducing health risks and equipment damage in case of combustion.
How does the bend-insensitive fiber core benefit installation?
The bend-insensitive fiber core maintains signal integrity even when the cable is bent tightly during installation. With a loaded bend radius of just 10mm, this cable can be routed through tight spaces, around corners, and in dense cable management systems without significant signal loss, making it ideal for complex installations in rack environments.
What devices are compatible with this SC to SC fiber cable?
This cable is compatible with network devices, servers, switches, and storage equipment that feature SC fiber optic ports. It's designed for data center interconnects, server-to-switch connections, and storage network backbones. The UPC polish on the SC connectors ensures optimal performance with equipment designed for single-mode fiber connections.
What is included with the cable purchase?
Each StarTech.com SMDOS2SCSC10M cable comes individually packaged and includes a test report verifying its performance specifications. The cable features number-labeled connectors for polarity identification and is backed by a lifetime warranty from StarTech.com, ensuring long-term reliability for your networking infrastructure.
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