{"product_id":"monoprice-10gb-om3-duplex-lc-lc-fiber-cable-5m","title":"Monoprice 10Gb OM3 Duplex LC\/LC Fiber Cable 5m","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonoprice's 5-meter OM3 aqua duplex LC\/LC fiber cable delivers 10 Gigabit-capable multi-mode connectivity with Corning optical fibers and an OFNR-rated jacket for safe in-building installations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis LC\/LC multi-mode patch cable uses a laser-optimized OM3 fiber (50 µm core \/ 125 µm cladding) to support high-throughput Ethernet and low-latency links over moderate distances. The duplex, color-coded LC terminations make installation and polarity management quick in dense patch panels, while the OFNR (optical fiber, non-conductive riser) jacket meets common building-code requirements for riser spaces. Designed for data centers, telecom closets, and enterprise network runs, the cable pairs Corning-made fiber with Monoprice quality control for dependable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast and far will this OM3 multimode cable reliably carry 10Gb traffic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis OM3-rated multi-mode cable was optimized for laser sources and is suited to 10 Gigabit Ethernet across typical in-building distances. Performance depends on transceiver type and link loss budget, but OM3 offers predictable headroom for switch-to-switch and switch-to-server runs in many enterprise layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e50 µm core \/ 125 µm cladding geometry for OM3 laser optimization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEngineered for 10GbE links in standard rack and closet topologies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDuplex LC\/LC connectors support common 10Gb transceivers (SFP+\/XFP modules depending on gear).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCorning optical fiber ensures consistent attenuation and modal bandwidth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the LC\/LC duplex connectors practical for dense networks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLC connectors are a compact, latch-style termination favored in high-density patch panels and transceiver cages. This cable's dual LC connectors are color-coded for easy polarity identification and quick troubleshooting, saving time during moves, additions, and changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall-form-factor LC halves port density in patch panels and switch cages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor-coding reduces wiring errors and speeds identification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDuplex pairing preserves transmit\/receive orientation for transceivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePush-pull latch design gives secure mating and simple removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this cable safe to route through building risers and between floors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the cable jacket carries an OFNR rating, indicating it is optical fiber, non-conductive, riser-rated to meet many commercial building-code and insurance standards. That makes this Monoprice cable suitable for vertical runs in riser spaces and other in-wall or between-floor installations where riser-rated cabling is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOFNR jacket meets common riser space flame and smoke requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-conductive construction reduces electrical interference risks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAppropriate for commercial riser and concealed pathways (verify local code).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable outer jacket protects fiber during installation and servicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I ensure compatibility with my existing network hardware?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your transceivers and switch ports to confirm they accept LC-terminated multi-mode fiber and that they support 10Gb optics designed for OM3. Verify polarity and transceiver types (SFP+ or equivalent) before purchasing to avoid mixing single-mode and multi-mode components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse multi-mode SFP+\/transceivers that match LC connectors and OM3 link profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfirm duplex LC port orientation and polarity on switches and patch panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid combining single-mode optics with multi-mode cabling to prevent signal loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasure expected link distances against OM3 10Gb reach guidelines for your transceivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this cable is for: Network engineers, IT technicians, and installers who need a reliable, short-run 10 Gigabit multimode patch cable that fits dense racks and complies with riser installation rules. It suits data centers, campus networks, telecom closets, and enterprise environments where Corning-grade optical fiber, compact LC connectors, and an OFNR jacket are required for safe, high-performance multi-mode links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this cable compatible with 10G SFP+ transceivers?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, the OM3 duplex LC\/LC cable supports 10Gb links and is compatible with SFP+ multimode transceivers that accept LC connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I run this cable between floors?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the OFNR-rated jacket is designed for riser spaces and vertical runs, though you should confirm local code requirements before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Monoprice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48412954886301,"sku":"B003TY0HFC","price":19.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9596\/1757\/files\/monoprice-om3-aqua-front-connectors.jpg?v=1781253667","url":"https:\/\/nexoltic.com\/products\/monoprice-10gb-om3-duplex-lc-lc-fiber-cable-5m","provider":"Nexoltic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}