Description
Where Stability Meets High-Speed Networking
FC connectors use a threaded metal coupling, making them highly resistant to vibration and micro-movement—perfect for OTDRs, optical analyzers, and critical links.
LC connectors, on the other hand, provide compact, high-density connectivity, which is standard on SFP+, QSFP, and QSFP-DD transceivers.
This hybrid design lets you connect precision equipment directly to high-speed network hardware without adapters or added loss.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | FC/UPC–LC/UPC-OM3-DX |
|---|---|
| Fiber Type | OM3 Multimode 50/125 μm |
| Configuration | Duplex (DX) |
| Connector A | FC / UPC |
| Connector B | LC / UPC |
| Operating Wavelength | 850 nm / 1300 nm |
| Insertion Loss | ≤ 0.30 dB |
| Return Loss | ≥ 30 dB |
| 10G Ethernet | Up to 300 m |
| 40G / 100G | Up to 100 m |
| Cable Jacket | LSZH or PVC |
| Operating Temperature | −10 °C to +70 °C |
| Standards | IEC, TIA-568, RoHS, REACH |
What This Cable Is Commonly Used For
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Optical test and measurement systems
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Industrial Ethernet
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Telecom and metro networks
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Data center cross-connects
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High-speed server and switch links
With OM3’s 2000 MHz·km bandwidth at 850 nm, it provides a strong optical budget for short-reach high-speed applications.
Built for Precision and Reliability
Every FC–LC OM3 patch cord is produced using ceramic ferrules, UPC polishing, and automated end-face inspection, then fully tested for insertion loss and return loss. This ensures stable optical performance even in environments with vibration, temperature changes, or frequent reconnection.
The optional LSZH jacket also meets modern fire-safety requirements in commercial and data-center installations.
Professional Q&A
Q1: What makes OM3 better than standard multimode fiber?
OM3 is laser-optimized, offering much higher bandwidth and supporting 10G to 100G links at 850 nm.
Q2: Why use FC connectors on high-speed links?
FC’s threaded metal design prevents movement that can cause signal fluctuation in sensitive optical systems.
Q3: Can this cable be used in data centers?
Yes. OM3 fiber is widely used for 10G, 40G, and 100G short-reach links in modern data centers.
Q4: Is this cable compatible with SFP+ and QSFP modules?
Yes. The LC end connects directly to SFP+, QSFP, and QSFP-DD transceivers.
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