StarTech.com 50m (164ft) LC to LC (UPC) OM4 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable

Network upgrades often stall because you can’t tell one fiber type from another, leading to mismatched connections and costly re-work. The StarTech.com 50m (164ft) LC to LC (UPC) OM4 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable is a violet-jacketed, duplex patch cord that delivers reliable, high-speed links for 40 Gb and 100 Gb networks, making your data centre or office rollout smoother and faster.

Usages of a 50m Fiber Cable

Ideal for connecting switches, servers and storage arrays across a floor or between rack rows, this 50 m cable fits neatly into structured cabling plans, supporting both new builds and upgrades where space and bend radius are limited.

Benefits of StarTech.com Fiber Cable

• Easy identification: Erika violet colour instantly shows you are using OM4, reducing mistakes during installation.
• High performance: Optimised for 850 nm and 1350 nm VCSEL sources, it reliably carries up to 100 Gbps.
• Fire safety: OFNR-rated jacket limits vertical flame spread, helping you meet building codes.
• Precise connection: UPC-polished LC connectors and ceramic ferrules keep insertion loss low.
• Future-proof: Backward compatible with OM3 and 1/10/40 Gbps networks, protecting your investment.

StarTech.com Fiber Cable Choice

Choosing this cable means you avoid the guesswork of colour-coded bundles and get a product tested to strict loss limits, so you can trust every link to perform as expected. Its compact uniboot LC connectors make plugging and unplugging in dense panels quick and painless, saving you time during maintenance or re-configuration.

Because the cable is flame-retardant and riser-rated, you can run it through vertical shafts without compromising safety, a crucial advantage in multi-storey commercial buildings. Combined with a limited-lifetime warranty, you gain confidence that the cable will support your network today and as bandwidth demands grow.

Key Features of a 50m Fiber Cable

• Cable length: 50 m. Provides ample reach for most floor-to-floor applications.
• Connector type: LC/UPC duplex male. Ensures low-loss, high-quality connections.
• Fiber type: OM4. Supports higher bandwidth and longer distances than older grades.
• Core diameter: 50 µm. Standard multimode size for reliable signal transmission.
• Jacket colour: Erika violet. Distinguishes OM4 from other fiber types for easy management.
• Jacket material: PVC. Offers durability and flexibility for indoor installations.
• Flame rating: OFNR. Limits fire spread in riser spaces, meeting safety standards.
• Compatibility: Works with OM3 and 1/10/40 Gbps networks, ensuring backward compatibility.
• Wavelength range: 850/1300 nm. Suitable for VCSEL and LED sources commonly used in modern data centres.
• Warranty: Limited lifetime. Provides long-term support and peace of mind.

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