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Shop›Fibre Cables›StarTech.com 5m (16.4ft) LC/UPC to LC/UPC OM3 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable, Full Duplex 50/125µm Zipcord Fiber Cable, 100G, Low Insertion Loss, LSZH Fiber Jumper Cord
StarTech.com 5m (16.4ft) LC/UPC to LC/UPC OM3 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable, Full Duplex 50/125µm Zipcord Fiber Cable, 100G, Low Insertion Loss, LSZH Fiber Jumper Cord
£18.86
£22.63 inc. VAT
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Key Features
StarTech.com 5m Fiber Optic Cable
10 Gb Aqua
Multimode Duplex 50/125
LSZH
LC/LC
OM3
LC to LC Fiber Patch Cable
Patch cable
Product Overview
AI-generated summary
At £18.84 ex-VAT for a 5m LC/UPC OM3 zipcord, this is the kind of short, no-nonsense patch lead that’s genuinely useful in day-to-day rack work—especially if you’ve got 100G/short-reach optics and you want something that’s unlikely to cause drama in the lab or on the floor. OM3 with LC/UPC terminations is a sensible match for modern multimode setups, and the low insertion loss claim generally lines up with why these are priced the way they are: you’re paying for dependable termination quality and predictable performance rather than “cheap and cheerful” optics cable vibes. The LSZH jacket is also a practical bonus in most UK office/data environments.
That said, I wouldn’t buy this if you’re at all unsure about the rest of your chain: the biggest real-world risk isn’t the cable itself, it’s the mismatch—wrong fibre type (OM2 vs OM3/OM4), wrong connector polish, or using it where longer runs should be properly designed. Also, 5m is very specific: if your patching needs more slack, you’ll end up with ugly bends or stretching, which isn’t worth the hassle. If you already know you need an LC/UPC OM3 multimode patch jumper for a short run, it’s good value. If you’re still working out what your fibre plant actually is, spend a little time confirming before ordering.
Specifications
Features
Cable length5 m
Fibre optic typeOM3
Connector 1LC
Connector 2LC
Connector 1 genderMale connector
Sustainability
Doesn't containHalogen
Certificates
Compliance certificatesRoHS
Weight & dimensions
Cable diameter3 mm
Weight67 g
Packaging data
Package width200 mm
Package depth220 mm
Package height24 mm
Package weight76 g
Logistics data
Master (outer) case width400 mm
Harmonized System (HS) code85447000
Master (outer) case length430 mm
Master (outer) case height400 mm
Products per master (outer) case160 pc(s)
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