StarTech.com 25M LC to LC OS2 Single Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Cable SMDOS2LCLC25M
The StarTech.com 25M LC to LC OS2 Single Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Cable provides critical 100G network connectivity over extended distances, ensuring robust data transmission with minimal signal loss.
- 100G Connectivity: Supports high-bandwidth 100 Gigabit Ethernet applications, enabling rapid data transfer for demanding business operations.
- Extended Reach: Designed for 25-meter deployments, facilitating reliable network links across larger office spaces or between data racks.
- OS2 Single Mode: Utilizes 9/125µm OS2 fiber, optimizing performance for long-haul, high-speed data transmission with minimal attenuation.
- CWDM Optimized: Enhances Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing performance, improving channel isolation for superior signal integrity over a wide wavelength range.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com SMDOS2LCLC25M is a 25-meter LC to LC OS2 single mode duplex fiber optic cable, engineered to support 100G network connectivity with a 10 Gbit/s data transfer rate. It features 9/125µm core/cladding diameters, ensuring efficient light transmission over extended runs.
This cable is optimized for Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing (CWDM) applications across a 1260-1625nm wavelength range, improving channel isolation and signal strength. Its Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket enhances safety in enclosed environments, meeting critical compliance standards.
- High-Speed Data: Supports 10 Gbit/s data transfer rates, facilitating rapid communication between network devices and reducing latency for business-critical applications.
- Long-Distance Reliability: The 25-meter length and OS2 single-mode design ensure stable, high-performance connections over significant distances, minimizing signal degradation.
- Enhanced Signal Integrity: Features an insertion loss of 0.3 dB and a return loss of 55 dB, preserving data quality and reducing retransmission errors for consistent network uptime.
- Fire Safety Compliance: Constructed with a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket, reducing the emission of toxic fumes in fire events and supporting building safety regulations.
- Flexible Deployment: A 1 cm bending radius allows for easier routing in tight spaces, simplifying installation and reducing the risk of cable damage during deployment.
This fiber optic cable delivers the essential performance and reliability required for modern business network backbones, ensuring consistent connectivity for your operations.
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What This Solves
Data Center Interconnects
In data centers, reliable high-speed links are essential for connecting server racks and storage arrays over distances up to 25 meters. This cable provides a stable 100G backbone, ensuring consistent data flow for virtualized environments and critical applications.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams
Campus Network Backbones
For organizations with multiple buildings or large campus environments, extending network reach between distribution switches is crucial for unified connectivity. This OS2 single mode fiber cable facilitates long-distance, high-bandwidth links, supporting aggregated traffic from various departments.
University campuses, large corporate offices, government agencies
High-Bandwidth Workgroup Connectivity
Departments requiring significant data transfer, such as engineering, media production, or scientific research, need dedicated high-speed connections to shared resources. This cable enables 100G links to high-performance workstations or storage, accelerating project workflows and data processing.
Engineering firms, creative agencies, research institutions
Key Features
25 m (82 ft) Cable Length
Provides ample reach for connecting network devices across large server rooms or between distant racks, reducing the need for intermediate connections.
OS2 Single Mode Fiber Optic Type
Optimizes light transmission for long-distance, high-bandwidth applications, ensuring minimal signal degradation over extended network segments.
LC to LC Duplex Connectors
Ensures broad compatibility with standard fiber optic network equipment, simplifying integration into existing infrastructure.
10 Gbit/s Data Transfer Rate
Supports high-speed network backbones, enabling rapid data exchange for demanding applications and preventing bandwidth bottlenecks.
Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) Jacket
Enhances safety in enclosed environments by reducing toxic smoke and corrosive gas emissions during a fire, supporting compliance with safety regulations.
Compatible With
Fiber Optic Network Switches
Cisco Catalyst, Juniper EX Series, HPE Aruba, Dell PowerSwitch, Ubiquiti UniFi
Fiber Optic Transceivers
SFP, SFP+, QSFP, QSFP28 modules with LC interfaces from all major vendors
Fiber Optic Patch Panels
Rack-mount and wall-mount fiber patch panels, fiber distribution units
Media Converters & Extenders
Fiber to Ethernet media converters, long-distance fiber extenders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between OS1 and OS2 fiber optic cables?
OS2 fiber is designed for longer transmission distances and higher bandwidth applications compared to OS1. OS2 cables are typically used for 10 Gigabit Ethernet and beyond, supporting distances up to several kilometers, while OS1 is generally for shorter runs.
Can this cable be used with 1 Gigabit Ethernet (1GbE) equipment?
Yes, this OS2 single mode fiber cable is fully backward compatible with 1 Gigabit Ethernet equipment. While optimized for 10G and 100G, it will function reliably at lower speeds, providing future-proof infrastructure.
What is the significance of the 9/125µm core/cladding diameter?
The 9/125µm specification refers to the diameter of the fiber's core (9 micrometers) and cladding (125 micrometers). This small core size is characteristic of single-mode fiber, allowing for a single light path, which minimizes dispersion and enables long-distance, high-speed data transmission.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor use?
This cable features an LSZH jacket, which is primarily designed for indoor environments where fire safety is a concern. For outdoor deployments, cables with specific UV and moisture-resistant jacketing (e.g., armored or direct burial rated) would be 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.