Description
Overview
The DDS DFP-MM4DXLCSC-35 is a high-performance Duplex OM4 Multimode Fiber Optic Patch Cord terminated with LC-SC duplex connectors on both ends. It is designed for reliable, high-bandwidth fiber connectivity in data centers, enterprise networks, telecommunications, server rooms, and high-speed Ethernet applications.
The cable uses OM4 50/125 µm multimode optical fiber, optimized primarily for 850 nm VCSEL-based transmission and high-speed applications such as 10GbE, 40GbE, 100GbE and beyond, depending on the network architecture and transceiver specifications.
The duplex construction provides two optical fibers in a paired configuration, supporting bidirectional communication and applications requiring separate transmit and receive paths.
Key Features
- Brand: DDS
- Part Number: DFP-MM4DXLCSC-5
- Fiber Type: OM4 Multimode
- Core/Cladding: 50/125 µm
- Connector Type: LC Duplex to SC Duplex
- Polarity: Duplex A-B polarity
- Cable Color: Violet/Purple
- Low insertion loss for reliable network performance
- High return loss
- 850 nm optimized multimode fiber
- Laser-optimized OM4 fiber
- Suitable for high-density fiber applications
- Factory terminated and tested
- Protective connector boots
- Dust caps supplied for connector protection
- Designed for data centers and structured cabling systems
- RoHS compliant construction
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | DDS |
| Part Number | DFP-MM4DXLCSC-5 |
| Product Type | Duplex Fiber Optic Patch Cord |
| Fiber Mode | Multimode |
| Fiber Grade | OM4 |
| Fiber Size | 50/125 µm |
| Connector A | LC Duplex |
| Connector B | SC Duplex |
| Connector Polish | UPC |
| Polarity | A-B |
| Cable Color | Violet / Purple |
| Operating Wavelength | 850 nm / 1300 nm |
| Primary Wavelength | 850 nm |
| Cable Construction | Duplex |
| Jacket Material | LSZH |
| Jacket Diameter | Typically 2.0–3.0 mm per fiber, depending on configuration |
| Minimum Bend Radius | ≥ 10 × cable diameter during installation |
| Fiber Count | 2 Fibers |
| Application | Indoor |
| RoHS | Compliant |
| Flame Rating | LSZH |
| Termination | Factory terminated |
| Testing | Factory tested |
Note: Exact cable diameter, jacket classification and performance grades can vary according to the selected DDS production configuration.
Optical Performance
| Optical Parameter | Typical Specification |
|---|---|
| Fiber Type | OM4 Multimode |
| Core Diameter | 50 µm |
| Cladding Diameter | 125 µm |
| Operating Wavelength | 850 / 1300 nm |
| Maximum Attenuation @ 850 nm | ≤ 3.0 dB/km |
| Maximum Attenuation @ 1300 nm | ≤ 1.0 dB/km |
| Minimum Effective Modal Bandwidth @ 850 nm | 4700 MHz·km |
| Connector Insertion Loss | ≤ 0.30 dB typical |
| Maximum Connector Insertion Loss | ≤ 0.50 dB |
| Return Loss – UPC | ≥ 35 dB |
| Fiber Core/Cladding | 50/125 µm |
LC Duplex Connector Specifications
The LC-SC Duplex connector provides a compact, high-density interface suitable for modern fiber-optic networking equipment.
Connector Features
- Small-form-factor LC-SC connector
- Duplex configuration
- Push-pull locking mechanism
- Ceramic ferrule
- High mechanical stability
- Suitable for high-density patch panels
- Compatible with standard LC fiber-optic ports
- Protective dust caps included
- Available with A/B polarity identification
Connector Performance
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Connector Type | LC-SC Duplex |
| Ferrule Material | Ceramic |
| Ferrule Diameter | 1.25 mm |
| Polish Type | UPC |
| Typical Insertion Loss | ≤ 0.30 dB |
| Maximum Insertion Loss | ≤ 0.50 dB |
| Return Loss | ≥ 35 dB |
| Mating Durability | ≥ 500 mating cycles |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
Cable Construction
The DFP-MM4DXLCSC-5 uses two OM4 multimode optical fibers arranged in a duplex configuration.
Construction:
OM4 50/125 µm Fiber → Buffer → Strength Member → LSZH Jacket
The duplex arrangement maintains the two fibers together for easier installation, polarity management and equipment connectivity.
Cable Characteristics
- Violet OM4 multimode fiber
- Duplex 2-fiber construction
- Flexible design for rack and cabinet installations
- LSZH outer jacket
- Suitable for high-density environments
- A/B polarity identification
- Designed for repeated patching and normal data-center handling
Transmission Distance
OM4 multimode fiber is optimized for short- and medium-distance high-speed data transmission.
Typical maximum reach depends on the transceiver, transmission protocol, optical budget and network design.
| Application | Typical OM4 Reach* |
|---|---|
| 1GbE | Up to 550 m |
| 10GbE | Up to 400–550 m |
| 40GbE | Up to 150 m |
| 100GbE | Up to 150 m |
| 200/400GbE | Application dependent |
*Actual transmission distance depends on the optical transceiver, equipment specifications, link budget, connector losses and the selected transmission standard.
Supported Applications
The DDS DFP-MM4DXLCSC-\5 is suitable for:
- Data center fiber infrastructure
- Server-to-switch connections
- Switch-to-switch connections
- Fiber patch panels
- Optical distribution frames
- Structured cabling systems
- Enterprise LAN networks
- Storage Area Networks (SAN)
- High-performance computing
- Telecommunications equipment
- Fiber optic network equipment
- 1GbE / 10GbE networks
- 40GbE and 100GbE multimode applications
- Short-reach high-speed optical links
Compatibility
The LC-SC duplex interface is widely compatible with equipment featuring standard LC duplex optical ports, including:
- Ethernet switches
- Network servers
- Fiber optic transceivers
- SFP/SFP+ modules
- QSFP/QSFP+ based systems
- Fiber optic patch panels
- Optical distribution frames
- Media converters
- Data-center optical equipment
Polarity
The patch cord is supplied in Duplex A-B polarity, allowing the transmit and receive fibers to be correctly aligned between two network devices.
The individual fibers are clearly identified as A and B to simplify installation and polarity management.
Mechanical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Fiber Count | 2 |
| Cable Type | Duplex |
| Fiber Type | OM4 MM |
| Fiber Size | 50/125 µm |
| Jacket Color | Violet |
| Connector | LC-SC Duplex |
| Connector Housing | High-quality polymer |
| Ferrule | Ceramic |
| Cable Construction | Duplex |
| Jacket Type | LSZH |
| Installation Environment | Indoor |
| Bend Performance | Designed for standard patching applications |
Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Installation Temperature | 0°C to +60°C |
| Relative Humidity | 5%–95% non-condensing |
| RoHS | Compliant |
| Indoor Use | Yes |
| LSZH | Yes |
Quality & Testing
Every DDS fiber optic patch cord should be factory terminated and tested to verify optical performance.
Typical quality-control testing includes:
- Insertion loss testing
- Return loss testing
- Connector end-face inspection
- Connector geometry inspection
- Polarity verification
- Visual inspection
- Cable continuity verification
A test report can be supplied according to the applicable production/testing configuration.
Standards & Compliance
The DFP-MM4DXLCSC-5 is designed for compatibility with applicable fiber-optic cabling and connector standards, including:
- TIA-568 Structured Cabling Standards
- IEC 61754-20 – LC connector interface
- IEC 61300 – Fiber optic interconnecting device testing
- ISO/IEC 11801 – Generic cabling for customer premises
- RoHS – Restriction of Hazardous Substances
Product Identification
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | DDS |
| Part Number | DFP-MM4DXLCSC-5 |
| Description | Duplex OM4 LC-SC Fiber Optic Patch Cord |
| Fiber Mode | Multimode |
| Fiber Grade | OM4 |
| Fiber Size | 50/125 µm |
| Connector Configuration | LC Duplex – SC Duplex |
| Polarity | A-B |
| Connector Polish | UPC |
| Cable Color | Violet |
| Jacket | LSZH |
| Fiber Count | 2 |
| Length | 5 Meter |
Ordering Information
DDS DFP-MM4DXLCSC-5
Duplex OM4 50/125 µm Multimode Fiber Optic Patch Cord – LC Duplex to SC Duplex – 1 Meter – Violet – UPC – A/B Polarity – LSZH
Product Naming
DFP – MM4 – DXLCSC – 5
- DFP = DDS Fiber Patch Cord
- MM4 = OM4 Multimode Fiber
- DX = Duplex
- LCSC = LC Duplex to SC Duplex
- 5 = 5 Meter
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