LC UPC to LC UPC Duplex Short Boot OM3 Fiber Patch Cable
For Tanzanian site work, correct product selection should be followed by careful transport, connector inspection and retention of the fiber records. This OM3 fiber patch cable carries a LC UPC interface on one end and a LC UPC interface on the other, factory terminated on OM3 glass and optically tested as a complete unit. The duplex zipcord build keeps the transmit and receive strands paired in one unit 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 | OM3 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℉) |
OM3 for existing multimode plants
This OM3 unit matches the installed base of OM3 link cabling: 10G links to 300 meters and 40/100G SR4 links to 70 meters. When the permanent connection is OM3, patching with OM3 keeps the link specification homogeneous and the test reports clean.
Keeping multimode links healthy
Multimode links fail more frequently from contamination than from fiber damage. Every ferrule must be inspected and cleaned before plugging in, and the dust caps should stay on until the moment of interface. These habits matter more than any specification on the datasheet.
Short boot connectors for tight spaces
The shortened boot shrinks the connector being used footprint behind the rack-mounted panel, which matters in density-optimized frames where the bend space behind each port is measured in millimeters. The shorter lever arm further reduces the side load on the ferrule when the cord is dressed sharply to the side.
Length Options
Standard offerings cover the common patching routes: 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft), 5m (16ft), with customized length supplied beyond the list. Specifying the measured path length keeps the slack out of the manager and the strain off the installed connectors.
Quality Control and Testing
Every supplied assembly is terminated with precision zirconia ferrule connectors and optically tested before packing: insertion loss and return loss are verified on each cable, and end-face geometry is inspected for consistent physical contact. The supplied cable ships with dust caps on both connectors and the test result supplied on order.
Ordering and Factory Support
Refer to this setup by connector pair, fiber mode and length when purchasing a quotation. For configurations outside the listed options, mixed connector families, jackets, labeling or project packaging, send the specification with the request and the factory will ensure the build before fabrication. For Tanzanian deliveries, the order details should include any site identification needed by the installation team.
