10/100BASE-T SFPLC UPC to LC UPC Duplex Short Boot OM4 Fiber Patch Cable
New Zealand engineering teams can use the documented values below to compare the product with the intended channel and as-built requirements. This OM4 fiber patch cable carries a LC UPC interface on one end and a LC UPC interface on the other, factory terminated on OM4 glass and optically tested as a full item. The duplex zipcord design keeps the transmit and receive strands paired in one item for fast, error-free patching.
Product Highlights
- 60% Shorter in Boot Length, and 30% Reduction in Overall Connector Length
- Bend Insensitive Fiber with 7.5mm Min. Bend Radius
- Precision Zirconia Ferrule Connectors Ensure Low Loss
- Flame-Retardant Riser (OFNR) for Vertical and Floor-to-Floor Installations
- Color-Coded Cable Jacket for Easy Identification
Specifications
| Connector A | LC UPC Duplex |
|---|---|
| Connector B | LC UPC Duplex |
| Fiber Count | 2 Fibers |
| Fiber Grade | Bend Insensitive Fiber |
| Fiber Mode | OM4 50/125μm |
| Wavelength | 850/1300nm |
| Flame Rating | Riser (OFNR) |
| Cable Outside Diameter (OD) | 2.0mm |
| Jacket Color | Aqua |
| Polarity | A (Tx) to B (Rx) |
| Cable Type | Tight-Buffered |
| Min. Bend Radius (Optical Fiber) | 7.5mm |
| Min. Bend Radius (Fiber Cable) | 20/10D (Dynamic/Static) |
| Connector Durability | 1000 times |
| Tensile Strength | 90/150N (Long/Short Term) |
| Insertion Loss | ≤0.3dB |
| Return Loss | ≥30dB |
| Attenuation at 850nm | ≤3.5dB/km |
| Attenuation at 1300nm | ≤1.5dB/km |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 70°C (14 to 158℉) |
Why OM4 replaced OM3 in new builds
OM4 raises the effective modal bandwidth to 4700 MHz·km at 850nm, and that headroom translates directly into reach for the higher-speed interfaces. The price difference against OM3 has largely disappeared; therefore, new cabling plants standardize on OM4 and keep OM3 only for matching established installations.
Polarity and pairing in duplex links
A duplex jumper is two fibers with a defined A-to-B crossover. Getting polarity right at the cord level keeps the optical path consistent end to end, which is why these assemblies are built and tested as a pair rather than as two standalone strands.
Short boot connectors for tight spaces
The shortened boot shrinks the relevant connector footprint behind the relevant panel, which matters in high-density frames where the bend space behind every port is measured in millimeters. The shorter lever arm additionally reduces the side load on the ferrule when the cord is dressed sharply to the side.
Length Options
Regular length versions cover the common patching routes: 0.5m (1.6ft), 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft), with made-to-order length offered beyond the list. Specifying the measured channel length keeps the slack out of the manager and the strain off the connection interfaces.
Quality Control and Testing
Each optical assembly is terminated with precision zirconia ferrule connectors and optically tested before packing: insertion loss and return loss are verified on every cable, and end-face geometry is inspected for consistent physical contact. The relevant cable ships with dust caps on the two connectors and the test result offered on specify.
Ordering and Factory Support
Refer to this design by connector pair, fiber mode and length when requisitioning a quotation. For configurations outside the listed options, mixed connector families, jackets, identification or project packing, send the requirement with the enquiry and the factory will cross-check the build before production is released. New Zealand project orders can include documentation and labeling requirements alongside the technical configuration.
