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Yellow duplex single-mode fiber patch cable with LC/APC connectors, 5m length

Cable Leader

Cable Leader OS2 LC/APC Duplex 9/125 5m Yellow LSZH Corning

SKU CH-DH18-GWYF8

Single-mode OS2 duplex patch cable with LC/APC connectors on Corning fiber, 5 m yellow LSZH jacket for 1G to 100G links

  • Connector count2
  • Product colorYellow
  • Overall length16–20 ft
  • OS2 single-mode supports 1G/10G/40G/100G long-range links
  • Genuine Corning fiber delivers consistent, reliable optical performance
  • LC/APC ceramic ferrules with push-pull latch ensure secure low-loss mating
  • LSZH jacket rated for in-building and data-center installations
  • 5m duplex length connects transceivers, switches and patch panels

OS2 Duplex 5-Metre Link

This is a single-mode OS2 duplex patch cable with LC/APC connectors on each end, built on genuine Corning 9/125 µm fiber. It is intended for network engineers and data-center installers who need a reliable 5-metre (16 ft) jumper for switch-to-switch, server-to-switch or backbone links in enterprise and SAN environments.

Distance and Standard Limits

The cable supports 1G, 10G, 40G and 100G single-mode Ethernet links such as 10GBASE-LR and 100GBASE-LR4 over long distances. The OS2 specification and yellow LSZH jacket confirm suitability for in-building and data-center runs, but maximum reach is defined by the transceiver standards, not by the cable itself.

Pre-Installation Checks

Verify that both ends of your link use LC/APC ports with the same single-mode polish, because mixing APC with UPC increases return loss. Confirm the transceivers are rated for single-mode operation at the desired speed and that the 5-metre length fits your rack or cabinet layout without excess slack.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGENERIC
Product colorYellow
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Size & build
Overall length16–20 ft

Questions about this item

Which length should I choose for a 5-metre run between rack-mounted switches?

The cable is supplied at 5 m (16 ft), matching a 5-metre rack-to-rack link exactly.

What throughput can I expect when this cable connects two 100GBASE-LR4 transceivers?

It supports 1G, 10G, 40G and 100G single-mode links, so a 100GBASE-LR4 connection will run at its full line rate over this length.

How does the LC/APC duplex interface limit the link distance in practice?

The LC/APC duplex connectors on 9/125 µm OS2 fiber are rated for long-reach standards such as 10GBASE-LR and 100GBASE-LR4, so distance is governed by the transceiver specification rather than the patch cord itself.

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