Fiber Optic Cable StarTech.com 450FBLCLC5 5m LC/UPC OM4 Multimode

The StarTech.com 450FBLCLC5 is a 5 m LC/UPC to LC/UPC OM4 multimode fiber optic cable designed for high-speed 40G and 100G networks. With a 50/125 µm core diameter, this duplex cable supports connections between SFP+, QSFP+, 40GBase-SR4 and 100GBase-SR10 transceivers and is backward compatible with existing 50/125 equipment. The aqua-colored OM4 fiber is housed in an LSZH (Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen) jacket for reduced smoke and toxicity in the event of fire. Each cable is individually tested to meet optical insertion loss limits and the product is backed by a lifetime warranty.

Advantages

The OM4 multimode construction offers low insertion loss and supports VCSEL and LED light sources for reliable short-reach 40G and 100G links. The LSZH jacket reduces harmful smoke and halogen emissions, making the cable suitable for installations with stricter safety requirements. Individual testing and certification ensure consistent optical performance and compatibility with standard transceivers.

Suitable for

• Connecting SFP+ and QSFP+ transceivers in data centers
• 40GBase-SR4 and 100GBase-SR10 short-reach links
• Office and central office backbone cabling
• Installations where LSZH materials are required (schools, industrial sites, residential buildings with code constraints)

Key specifications

• Length: 5 m
• Connector type: LC/UPC to LC/UPC duplex
• Fiber type: OM4 multimode, aqua
• Core/cladding: 50/125 µm
• Jacket: LSZH (Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen)
• Supports: 40GBase-SR4, 100GBase-SR10, SFP+, QSFP+
• Individual optical testing: Yes
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): 450FBLCLC5
• EAN: 0065030870849

How to use

Ensure transceivers and ports support OM4 multimode fiber and LC/UPC connectors. Align and insert each LC connector into the corresponding transceiver or patch panel port until it clicks. Use proper fiber handling practices: avoid sharp bends, secure the cable to prevent strain, and keep connector end faces clean using appropriate fiber cleaning tools. After installation, verify link status and optical loss with suitable test equipment.

Usage recommendations

Store and route the cable avoiding bend radii smaller than the manufacturer’s recommendations, keep connectors capped when not in use, and perform connector cleaning and insertion-loss testing after installation to ensure reliable 40G/100G operation.