StarTech.com 5M OM1 LC/LC Duplex Multimode LSZH Fiber Optic Cable FIBLCLC5
The StarTech.com FIBLCLC5 is a 5-meter OM1 LC/LC duplex multimode fiber optic cable, engineered for high-speed data transfer and enhanced fire safety in professional IT environments.
- Length: 5 meters, providing flexible reach for connecting network devices within server racks or across adjacent rooms.
- Fiber Type: OM1 multimode 62.5/125µm, supporting high-bandwidth data transmission over distances up to 300 meters for critical network links.
- Connectors: Duplex LC/LC male, ensuring secure and standardized connections to fiber-enabled switches, patch panels, and servers.
- Jacket Material: Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen (LSZH), minimizing toxic fumes and smoke in fire events to protect personnel and equipment in sensitive areas.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com FIBLCLC5 is a 5-meter OM1 LC/LC duplex multimode fiber optic cable, engineered to provide robust 62.5/125µm connectivity for high-speed network devices. It features male LC connectors on both ends, facilitating direct connections between fiber switches, media converters, and patch panels.
This cable is purpose-built with a Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen (LSZH) jacket, a critical safety feature that reduces the emission of toxic fumes and smoke during a fire. Its full-duplex capability ensures efficient, bidirectional data transfer, supporting demanding business applications without performance bottlenecks.
- Core Functionality: Provides a 5-meter OM1 LC/LC duplex multimode fiber connection, enabling high-speed data transfer between network devices.
- Fire Safety Compliance: Features a Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen (LSZH) jacket, significantly reducing the risk of toxic smoke and corrosive gas emissions in fire scenarios.
- Reliable Data Transmission: Supports 62.5/125µm multimode fiber, ensuring consistent and efficient data flow for critical business applications over moderate distances.
- Standardized Connectivity: Equipped with industry-standard LC male connectors, guaranteeing broad compatibility with existing fiber networking equipment and infrastructure.
- Operational Value: Engineered for durability and performance, this cable minimizes network downtime and contributes to a safer, more compliant IT environment over its lifecycle.
This StarTech.com fiber optic cable is an essential, compliant choice for businesses seeking reliable and safe high-speed network infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Connecting Network Switches
Businesses need to link fiber-enabled network switches within a server rack or between adjacent racks to expand network capacity. This cable provides a reliable 5-meter OM1 LC/LC duplex connection, ensuring high-speed data flow between core networking devices.
Data centers, server rooms, enterprise campus networks, co-location facilities
Fiber Patch Panel Interconnects
IT teams require flexible and safe patching solutions to connect fiber patch panels to active equipment. The 5-meter length and LSZH jacket of this cable allow for secure and compliant connections, facilitating organized and fire-safe cable management.
Structured cabling deployments, network operations centers, IT infrastructure teams, facilities management
Server to SAN Connectivity
Organizations need to connect servers with fiber channel host bus adapters (HBAs) to storage area networks (SANs) for high-performance data access. This OM1 multimode cable supports the necessary bandwidth for server-to-SAN links, ensuring rapid data retrieval and storage operations.
Virtualized environments, database servers, high-performance computing clusters, enterprise storage solutions
Key Features
5-meter (16ft) cable length
Provides ample reach for connecting devices within racks or between closely located network cabinets, optimizing cable management.
OM1 Multimode 62.5/125µm fiber
Supports high-speed data transmission over moderate distances, crucial for backbone links and server connectivity.
Duplex LC/LC male connectors
Ensures standardized, secure, and full-duplex connections to a wide range of fiber optic networking equipment.
Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen (LSZH) jacket
Minimizes the emission of toxic smoke and corrosive gases during a fire, enhancing safety and protecting sensitive equipment.
Full duplex operation
Enables simultaneous two-way data communication, preventing bottlenecks and ensuring efficient network performance for demanding applications.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Fiber optic switches, media converters, patch panels, SFP transceivers from Cisco, HPE, Juniper, Ubiquiti
Server Infrastructure
Servers with fiber channel HBAs or network interface cards, storage area networks (SANs), blade enclosures
Data Center & IDF/MDF
Rack-mounted equipment, fiber distribution units, cross-connect panels in secure IT closets and data centers
Building Automation Systems
High-speed backbone connections for building management, security, and access control systems requiring fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of fiber optic network devices is this cable compatible with?
This OM1 LC/LC duplex multimode cable is compatible with any fiber optic network device that uses LC ports and supports OM1 multimode fiber, such as fiber switches, media converters, and patch panels.
What are the benefits of an LSZH jacket for a fiber optic cable?
An LSZH (Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen) jacket is crucial for fire safety, as it emits minimal smoke, toxicity, and corrosive gases when exposed to high heat. This protects personnel and sensitive electronic equipment in data centers and public buildings.
Can this 5-meter OM1 cable be used for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections?
OM1 fiber can support 10 Gigabit Ethernet over very short distances (up to 33 meters). For longer 10GbE runs or future-proofing, OM3 or OM4 fiber is typically recommended. This cable is ideal for 1GbE and shorter 10GbE links.
Is this cable suitable for outdoor or direct burial applications?
No, this StarTech.com FIBLCLC5 cable is designed for indoor, professional IT environments. It is not rated for outdoor use, direct burial, or exposure to harsh environmental conditions.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
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.