For Nigerian deployments, this product should be evaluated as part of the complete network path, including its connectors, mapping and acceptance values. 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 whole assembly. The duplex zipcord construction keeps the transmit and receive strands paired in one assembly 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, which means 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 channel 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 interface connector footprint behind the rack panel, which matters in high-port-density frames where the bend space behind every port is measured in millimeters. The shorter lever arm also reduces the side load on the ferrule when the cord is dressed sharply to the side.
Length Options
Stock length choices cover the common patching routes: 0.5m (1.6ft), 1m (3ft), 2m (7ft), 3m (10ft), with made-to-order length available beyond the list. Specifying the measured route length keeps the slack out of the manager and the strain off the connector interfaces.
Quality Control and Testing
Every cable 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 cable assembly ships with dust caps on the two connectors and the test result available on request.
Ordering and Factory Support
Refer to this configuration by connector pair, fiber mode and length at the request stage a quotation. For configurations outside the listed options, mixed connector families, jackets, labelling or project packing, send the requirement with the enquiry and the factory will establish the build before the build starts. For Nigerian orders, our team can check the requirement before coordinating manufacture and international delivery.
