1. Product Overview

The LC/APC High-Density OM4 Uniboot Patch Cable is engineered for high-speed multimode connectivity in space-constrained environments. The Uniboot design features a single boot for both fibers, significantly reducing the cable bulk at the switch interface. Utilizing laser-optimized OM4 fiber, this cable is perfect for 10G, 40G, and 100G Ethernet applications over short to medium distances.

2. General Specifications

3. Optical Performance

4. Mechanical & Environmental Characteristics

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C

• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C

• Tensile Strength: 70N (Long-term) / 100N (Short-term)

• Minimum Bend Radius: 7.5mm (Bend-Insensitive OM4)

• Durability: >500 mating cycles

Product Applications

The LC Uniboot OM4 cable is a strategic choice for modernizing high-density network infrastructures:

1. High-Density Data Center Patching

In modern data centers, switch port density is at an all-time high. Traditional duplex "zip-cord" cables create a massive volume of cabling that blocks airflow and makes port access difficult. The 2.0mm Uniboot design reduces the cable footprint by approximately 50%, allowing for better cooling efficiency and easier cable tracing.

2. Storage Area Networks (SAN)

Ideal for connecting high-speed Fiber Channel switches to storage arrays. The OM4 fiber ensures low-latency data retrieval, while the compact Uniboot design allows for thousands of connections within a single rack without exceeding the capacity of vertical cable managers.

3. Tool-less Polarity Management

Many Uniboot connectors feature a "Switchable Polarity" design. This allows technicians to flip the polarity from A-to-B to A-to-A in the field without any specialized tools. This is particularly useful in complex duplex/parallel transitions where polarity errors are common during installation.

4. 40G/100G Parallel to Duplex Migration

Used to connect MTP/MPO cassettes to individual 10G/25G SFP modules. As organizations upgrade their backbone to 40G or 100G, these high-density cables provide the clean, organized patching required at the distribution level.

5. Enterprise Cloud & Virtualization Clusters

For servers running high-density virtualized workloads, reliable 10G/25G connectivity is essential. The Erika Violet LSZH jacket ensures safety in indoor environments while the premium optical performance minimizes packet loss in high-traffic AI or cloud computing clusters. Optimize your network with LC/UPC OM4 Uniboot fiber cables. 50% space savings, improved airflow, and laser-optimized for 10G/40G/100G data centers. LC Uniboot OM4, High-density fiber patch cable, LC duplex uniboot, Erika Violet fiber, switchable polarity fiber, 2mm uniboot cable, 100G fiber patching.

Professional Recommendation:

When deploying in ultra-high-density panels, consider using LC Uniboot cables with Push-Pull Tabs. These tabs allow technicians to engage or disengage the connector without needing to reach into tight spaces with their fingers, further reducing the risk of accidental disconnects.