StarTech.com 20M LC-LC OS2 Single Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Cable SMDOS2LCLC20M
The StarTech.com 20M LC-LC OS2 Single Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Cable provides essential high-bandwidth connectivity for enterprise networks, supporting 10 Gbit/s data rates over its 20-meter length to extend critical infrastructure.
- OS2 Single Mode Fiber: Delivers reliable, high-speed data transmission over extended distances, crucial for connecting geographically dispersed network segments.
- 20-Meter LC-LC Duplex: Offers flexible connectivity for network devices within server rooms or across different building areas, simplifying infrastructure planning.
- CWDM Application Support: Enables efficient multiplexing of multiple data channels over a single fiber pair, maximizing existing fiber infrastructure utilization and reducing cabling costs.
- LSZH Jacket: Ensures enhanced safety in enclosed environments by reducing toxic smoke and corrosive gases in the event of a fire, protecting personnel and equipment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com 20M LC-LC OS2 Single Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Cable (SMDOS2LCLC20M) is a purpose-built solution for extending high-speed network connections. This 9/125µm OS2 fiber supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbit/s over its 20-meter length, ensuring reliable data flow between critical network components.
Featuring LC/UPC connectors with a 0.3 dB insertion loss and 55 dB return loss, this cable is optimized for signal integrity and long-term performance. Its LSZH jacket provides an essential safety measure for data centers and wiring closets, meeting stringent environmental and fire safety standards.
- Core Functionality: High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports 10 Gbit/s data rates, enabling rapid communication between servers, switches, and storage arrays to prevent network bottlenecks.
- Advanced CWDM Support: Facilitates Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing across 1260-1625nm, allowing multiple data streams to share a single fiber, optimizing infrastructure and reducing cabling complexity.
- Enhanced Signal Integrity: Engineered with a low 0.3 dB insertion loss and high 55 dB return loss, ensuring minimal signal degradation and maximum data reliability over its 20-meter run.
- Safety-Compliant Design: Features a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket, significantly reducing the emission of toxic fumes and corrosive gases during a fire, protecting personnel and sensitive equipment.
- Operational Value: Durable & Flexible Deployment: Constructed with a 2mm cable diameter and a 1cm bending radius, allowing for flexible routing and installation in tight spaces without compromising performance or cable integrity.
This fiber optic cable is an essential component for businesses requiring robust, high-performance, and safety-compliant network infrastructure.
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What This Solves
Data Center Rack Connectivity
Within a data center, high-speed connections are vital for server-to-switch and switch-to-storage communication. This cable provides a reliable 20-meter link between LC-enabled network devices, ensuring optimal data flow and minimal latency.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams
Campus Network Backbone Extension
Connecting buildings or distant network closets on a campus requires robust, long-distance fiber optic links. This OS2 single-mode cable extends network backbones up to 20 meters, maintaining high bandwidth for inter-building data transfer.
University campuses, corporate headquarters, large industrial complexes
CWDM System Integration
Organizations utilizing Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing (CWDM) need precise fiber optic cables to support multiple wavelengths. This cable is optimized for CWDM applications, enabling efficient channel isolation and maximizing fiber utilization.
Telecommunications infrastructure, large-scale data networks, specialized IT environments
Key Features
20m (65.6ft) Cable Length
Provides ample reach for connecting network devices across server racks or between adjacent rooms, offering flexible deployment options.
OS2 Single Mode Duplex Fiber
Supports high-speed, long-distance data transmission, ensuring reliable connectivity for demanding enterprise applications.
LC/UPC Connectors
Ensures secure, low-loss connections with standard fiber optic equipment, minimizing signal degradation and maximizing network uptime.
10 Gbit/s Data Transfer Rate
Delivers the necessary bandwidth for 10 Gigabit Ethernet networks, preventing bottlenecks and supporting high-volume data traffic.
Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) Jacket
Enhances safety in enclosed IT environments by reducing the emission of toxic fumes in case of fire, protecting personnel and sensitive hardware.
Compatible With
Network Switches & Routers
Cisco, Juniper, HPE, Dell, Ubiquiti, and Netgear fiber-enabled switches
Fiber Optic Transceivers
SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, and other LC-compatible optical modules
Patch Panels & Enclosures
Standard fiber optic patch panels, wall-mount enclosures, rack-mount units
Media Converters
Fiber-to-Ethernet media converters, fiber extenders from various manufacturers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between OS1 and OS2 fiber optic cables?
OS2 fiber is designed for longer distances and higher bandwidth applications compared to OS1, offering superior performance for 10GbE, 40GbE, and 100GbE networks over extended runs. This cable is OS2, providing future-proof capabilities.
Can this cable be used with 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100GbE) equipment?
While the cable itself supports the necessary wavelengths and single-mode characteristics for 100GbE networks, the specified data transfer rate is 10 Gbit/s. For full 100GbE performance, ensure your transceivers and network equipment are compatible with OS2 single-mode fiber and rated for 100GbE.
What does 'duplex' mean for a fiber optic cable?
A duplex fiber optic cable contains two fiber strands, allowing for simultaneous two-way communication (send and receive). This is essential for most modern network connections that require full-duplex operation.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor use?
This cable features an LSZH jacket, which is primarily designed for indoor use in environments where fire safety is critical. For outdoor or direct burial applications, specialized outdoor-rated fiber optic cables with enhanced environmental protection are required.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Manufacturer warranty applies. Contact Zent Networks for warranty terms specific to this product.
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.