Orange 15-meter duplex fiber optic patch cable with LC connectors showing coiled cable with gray connector ends

High-Speed Data Transfer with Premium 50/125 Fiber Core

This 15-meter multimode duplex fiber optic cable delivers exceptional performance for critical data center and enterprise network applications. The precision-engineered 50/125 micron core provides optimal bandwidth for Gigabit and 10Gbps networks while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy systems. The rugged plenum-rated jacket and high-quality LC connectors ensure reliable, long-lasting connectivity. Featuring a carefully calibrated 50/125 micron core diameter and 125 micron cladding, this cable achieves impressive attenuation ratings of 3.5dB/km at 850nm and 1.0dB/km at 1300nm. The beveled glass end faces and precise connector alignment enable consistently low insertion loss of 0.2dB typical, maximizing signal integrity across the full 49.2 foot span.

Technical Specifications

  • 50/125 micron multimode fiber core optimized for 10Gbps networks
  • 3.5dB/km@850nm and 1.0dB/km@1300nm attenuation ratings
  • Factory-tested 0.2dB typical insertion loss per connector

Applications

  • Data center rack-to-rack connectivity
  • Enterprise network backbone infrastructure
  • High-speed storage area network (SAN) connections

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Tripp Lite by Eaton

Manufacturer Part Number

N520-15M

Brand Name

Tripp Lite

Product Name

Duplex Fibre Channel Patch Cable

Product Type

Network Cable

Technical Information
Cable Type

Fiber Optic

Cable Characteristic

Patch Cable

Cable Length

49.20 ft

Connector Type on First End

LC - Male

Connector on First End Details

2 x LC - Male

Connector Type on Second End

LC - Male

Connector on Second End Details

2 x LC - Male

Jacket Type

Plenum

Miscellaneous
Package Contents

  • Duplex Fibre Channel Patch Cable
  • 15M duplex MMF cable LC/LC 50/125 fiber

Additional Information

  • Fiber type: all glass graded index
  • Core diameter: two 50+/-3 microns
  • CLAD diameter: 125+/-2 microns
  • Primary coating diameter: 245+/-15 microns
  • Primary coating material: acrylate
  • Secondary coating diameter: 900+/-50 microns
  • Attenuation @850NM: 3.5DB/KM maximum, @1300NM: 1.0DB/KM maximum
  • Bandwidth @850NM: 220 MHz-KM minimum, @1300NM: 600 MHz-KM minimum
  • Numeric apeture: .275 nominal
  • Proof test level: 100,000 PSI
  • Insertion loss testing performed on every connector (0.2db typical) and provided with cable
  • Beveled edge on ends of glass makes insertion of plug a breeze

Country of Origin

China

Warranty
Limited Warranty

Lifetime

Included in the Box

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    Fiber Optic Cable

FAQs

What is the length and connector type of the Tripp Lite N520-15M fiber cable?
The Tripp Lite N520-15M is a 49.20 ft (15-meter) fiber optic cable featuring LC male connectors on both ends. Specifically, it has 2 x LC male connectors on each end, making it a duplex configuration suitable for bidirectional data transmission.
What type of fiber is used in this cable and what are its core specifications?
This cable uses 50/125 multimode fiber with an all-glass graded index construction. The core diameter is 50±3 microns with a cladding diameter of 125±2 microns. It features a primary coating diameter of 245±15 microns made of acrylate material, and a secondary coating diameter of 900±50 microns.
What are the bandwidth and attenuation specifications of this fiber cable?
The cable offers bandwidth of 220 MHz-KM minimum at 850NM and 600 MHz-KM minimum at 1300NM. For attenuation, it provides maximum values of 3.5DB/KM at 850NM and 1.0DB/KM at 1300NM. These specifications make it ideal for high-speed data transmission in Gigabit and 10Gbps networks.
Is this cable compatible with other fiber types and what networks is it optimized for?
The N520-15M is backward compatible with 62.5 micron fiber while providing built-in headroom for future applications. It's optimized for Gigabit and 10Gbps networks, and is most commonly used in Fibre Channel applications, offering excellent performance for high-speed data transmission needs.
What quality assurance measures are in place for this cable?
Every connector undergoes insertion loss testing (0.2db typical) with results provided with the cable. The fiber is proof tested at 100,000 PSI for durability. Additionally, the connectors feature beveled edges on the glass ends to facilitate easier plug insertion, and the product is backed by Tripp Lite's lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

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