Product Overview
This 30-meter (100ft) StarTech.com OM4 LC to LC Multimode Duplex Fiber Optic Patch Cable provides reliable connectivity for 40 and 100 Gigabit networks. The TIA-standard Erika Violet jacket clearly distinguishes OM4 from Aqua OM3/OM4 cabling, simplifying network setups. Its compact uniboot connector design allows for easy insertion and removal in high-density installations.
Built with laser-optimized multimode fiber (LOMMF), this cable is ideal for 850 nm and 1350 nm Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) and LED sources. Precision-manufactured ceramic ferrules ensure accurate fiber alignment, minimizing connectivity issues and insertion loss. The LC to LC UPC polished fiber ends enhance return loss characteristics compared to older PC polishing techniques.
The cable features an OFNR (Optical Fiber Nonconductive Riser) flame-retardant jacket, engineered to minimize vertical flame propagation in building riser spaces and vertical shafts. This ensures safer installations in commercial buildings and supports compliance with fire codes in multi-story structures.
This 50/125µm fiber optic patch cord is backward compatible with OM3 and 1/10/40 Gbps networks, facilitating reliable data transmission in legacy fiber environments. StarTech.com cables undergo rigorous testing to confirm operation within strict optical insertion loss limits, guaranteeing compatibility and 100% reliability.
[Image: A close-up view of the LC duplex connector, featuring Erika Violet housing and UPC polished ends.]
Applications
- Use in 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Channel applications
- Supports VCSEL laser and LED light sources
- OFNR riser-rated for safe and compliant cable installations in vertical shafts and riser spaces within buildings
Features
- Erika Violet OM4: OM4 multimode fiber cable is immune to EMI and supports up to 100Gbps. The Erika Violet jacket is TIA-standardized for OM4, preventing confusion with Aqua cables. The compact uniboot design improves airflow and access in dense installations.
- Quality Construction: LC/LC connectors with UPC polished ends significantly improve return loss over PC polish. Robust molded strain reliefs minimize wear from bending, and protective aramid yarn increases tensile strength.
- Safety and Reliability: Each cable is individually tested for guaranteed OM4 performance and includes a test report. The OFNR riser-rated cable jacket minimizes flame spread between floors in riser spaces. Attenuation value of 3dB/km meets TIA standards.
- Wide Compatibility: Supports 1/10/40/100 Gbps full duplex transmission and is backward compatible with OM3. Ideal for high-density network applications such as SANs, data servers, fiber switches, and LC-based SFP/SFP+ transceivers.
- Specifications Summary: 30-meter (100-foot) length, Erika Violet (OM4) color, LC/LC UPC connectors, 50/125µm fiber, 850nm/1300nm LED/VCSEL support, 2000MHz/km modal bandwidth at 850nm, OFNR (Riser) Jacket, 1.6mm Cable OD, 7.5mm (0.29in) minimum bend radius.
Specifications
Hardware
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Warranty | Lifetime |
| Fiber Size | 50/125 |
| Cable Jacket Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Fire Rating | OFNR Riser |
| Fiber Classification | OM4 |
Performance
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 100Gbps |
| Cable Rating | 1Gbps / 10Gbps / 40Gbps / 100Gbps |
| Type | Multi Mode |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
Connectors
| Connector | Type |
|---|---|
| Connector A | 1 - Fiber Optic LC Duplex |
| Connector B | 1 - Fiber Optic LC Duplex |
Environmental
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
| Humidity | 0~90% RH |
Physical Characteristics
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Color | Erika Violet |
| Cable Length | 98.4 ft [30 m] |
| Cable OD | 0.1 in [1.6 mm] |
| Product Length | 98.4 ft [30 m] |
| Product Width | 0.5 in [12.6 mm] |
| Product Height | 0.4 in [10.6 mm] |
| Weight of Product | 5.2 oz [148.4 g] |
Packaging Information
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Length | 9.8 in [25.0 cm] |
| Package Width | 11.8 in [30.0 cm] |
| Package Height | 0.8 in [2.0 cm] |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 5.2 oz [148.4 g] |
Certifications, Reports and Compatibility
The cable meets the following certifications and standards:
- [RoHS Compliant logo] RoHS Compliant
- [CE Marking logo] CE Marking
- [WEEE symbol] WEEE/GK0063TV
StarTech.com fiber cables undergo rigorous testing to confirm operation within strict optical insertion loss limits, guaranteeing compatibility and 100% reliability.
What's in the Box
- 1 - 30m OM4 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable LC - LC
