StarTech.com 7m (23ft) LC to LC (UPC) OM4 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable

When your network needs to handle 40 Gbps or 100 Gbps traffic, a reliable link is essential - a slow or mis-identified fibre can cripple productivity. The StarTech.com 7m (23ft) LC to LC (UPC) OM4 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable provides a high-performance, colour-coded solution that simplifies installation and guarantees fast, error-free data transfer across demanding enterprise environments.

Benefits of StarTech.com Fiber Cable

You gain peace of mind from its laser-optimised multimode design that reduces signal loss, while the Erika violet jacket makes it easy to spot and organise among other fibres. The OFNR-rated jacket adds fire safety for vertical runs, protecting both equipment and building. Durable ceramic ferrules keep connections stable over time, and the compact uniboot connectors speed up plug-in tasks, saving you valuable installation minutes.

Key Features of a 7m Fiber Cable

• Cable / Right Connector Gender: Male. Easy to mate with standard LC ports.
• Cable / Technology: Fiber optic. Supports high-speed optical networking.
• Cable / Right Connector Type: LC/UPC duplex multi-mode. Provides low-loss, high-return-loss performance.
• Cable / Left Connector Gender: Male. Consistent connection type on both ends.
• Cable / Left Connector Type: LC/UPC duplex multi-mode. Ensures reliable duplex communication.
• Cable / Network Cable Type: Patch cable. Ideal for short-run connections in data centres.
• Miscellaneous / Color Category: Purple. Distinguishes OM4 from other fibre types.
• Miscellaneous / Color: Erika violet. Quick visual identification during cable management.
• Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards: RoHS, OFNR. Meets environmental and fire-safety regulations.
• Core diameter: 50 µm. Matches standard multimode fibre specifications for optimal bandwidth.

Usages of a 7m Fiber Cable

Perfect for connecting switches, servers and storage arrays in high-density racks:

• Linking top-of-rack switches to aggregation switches in a 40 Gbps backbone.
• Extending fibre runs between data-centre floors using the OFNR-rated jacket.
• Connecting high-speed transceivers in a lab test environment.
• Upgrading legacy OM3 links to OM4 for future-proof performance.
• Providing a clear, colour-coded patch in structured cabling closets.

StarTech.com Fiber Optic Cable

Many buyers worry about mixing fibre types and ending up with mismatched connectors that cause network errors. Others fear that a patch cable will not meet fire-code requirements in vertical shafts. This cable removes those doubts by using a distinctive Erika violet jacket that instantly tells you it is OM4, and by being OFNR-rated for safe riser installation. Its LC/UPC polished ends give superior return loss compared with older PC finishes, ensuring you get the full speed your equipment supports without costly re-work.

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