This product page focuses on the Optical patch cable duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 1.5 m OM4 LSZH optical patch cable. It is compared with several similar OEM brand alternatives featuring different lengths, fiber types (OM3 and OM4), and channel configurations. All items are designed for connecting network devices inside distribution boxes or active elements, sharing a 3mm diameter, UPC-UPC polish, and an LSZH sheath. The main differences lie in physical length, multimode fiber category, and duplex versus simplex design, which directly impact network bandwidth capacity and connection distance limits.
⚙️ Comparison of specifications and structural features between the main product and alternative models.
| Parameter | Optical patch cable duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 1.5 m OM4 LSZH | Optical patch cable duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 1m OM4 LSZH | Optical Patch Cable Duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 0.5m OM4 LSZH | Optical patch cable Simplex LC-LC 50/125 MM OM3 5m LSZH Turquoise | Optical patch cable duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 2m OM3 UPC-UPC LSZH turquoise | Optical patch cable duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 1m OM3 LSZH | Practical significance |
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| Fiber type | Multimode OM4 (50/125) | Multimode OM4 (50/125) | Multimode OM4 (50/125) | Multimode OM3 (50/125) | Multimode OM3 (50/125) | Multimode OM3 (50/125) | OM4 fiber supports higher bandwidth over longer distances compared to OM3 standards. |
| Cable length | 1.5 m | 1 m | 0.5 m | 5 m | 2 m | 1 m | Choosing the correct length prevents excess cable slack and maintains neat organization inside racks. |
| Configuration | Duplex | Duplex | Duplex | Simplex | Duplex | Duplex | Duplex cables allow simultaneous two-way transmission, while simplex options require paired usage for bidirectional links. |
| Connectors and polish | LC-LC, UPC-UPC | LC-LC, UPC-UPC | LC-LC, UPC-UPC | LC-LC, UPC-UPC | LC-LC, UPC-UPC | LC-LC, UPC-UPC | All listed models utilize standard LC connectors with UPC polish, ensuring broad compatibility with optical network modules. |
| Sheath and diameter | LSZH, 3 mm | LSZH, 3 mm | LSZH, 3 mm | LSZH, 3 mm | LSZH, 3 mm | LSZH, 3 mm | Identical 3mm diameter and flame-retardant LSZH jacket ensure safe indoor routing and standard management. |
◎ Evaluation of usage scenarios and suitability for different networking needs and connection distances.
| Use case | Recommended product | Why |
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| Connecting devices with moderate spacing inside a rack | Optical patch cable duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 1.5 m OM4 LSZH | The 1.5-meter length is ideal for bridging devices placed slightly apart within a cabinet while utilizing high-bandwidth OM4 fiber. |
| Direct patching between adjacent ports | Optical patch cable duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 1m OM4 LSZH or 0.5m OM4 LSZH | Shorter lengths eliminate cable clutter and loops when equipment ports are located right next to each other. |
| Longer runs utilizing OM3 infrastructure | Optical patch cable Simplex LC-LC 50/125 MM OM3 5m LSZH Turquoise | The 5-meter length accommodates extended distances between separate enclosures, though the simplex design suits specific single-fiber link layouts. |
| Standard 2-meter routing under OM3 specifications | Optical patch cable duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 2m OM3 UPC-UPC LSZH turquoise | The 2-meter length provides comfortable slack management for networks adhering to OM3 performance requirements. |
Choose the Optical patch cable duplex LC-LC 50/125 MM 1.5 m OM4 LSZH when you need a balanced 1.5-meter reach for clean rack organization combined with the enhanced bandwidth performance of OM4 fiber. Competitor alternatives are better suited if your installation requires shorter or longer spans, or if your existing infrastructure is built around OM3 standards.
