Tripp Lite N381L-05M Lc Duplex Smf Fiber Cable 5M

Product Description

The TRIPP LITE N381L-05M is a duplex single-mode fiber optic patch cable designed for high-density enterprise networking environments. Terminated with LC connectors on both ends, this cable supports low-loss signal transmission over single-mode fiber (SMF) with an 8.3-micron core diameter. At 5 meters in length, it is well suited for rack-to-rack or patch panel connections inside data centers, server rooms, and telecommunications closets. Network technicians and data center installers typically deploy this cable when connecting switches, transceivers, and fiber distribution panels.

This patch cable is used in enterprise and commercial network infrastructure where single-mode fiber runs are required at relatively short distances within an enclosure or between adjacent racks. The duplex LC form factor is standard in SFP and SFP+ transceiver applications and is common in Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and SONET deployments. The 5-meter length provides enough reach for most intra-cabinet and cross-row patching scenarios without excess slack management issues.

Key Features

• Duplex LC connectors on both ends for standard SFP and SFP+ transceiver compatibility
• Single-mode fiber (SMF) construction with 8.3-micron core for long-distance low-attenuation signal paths
• 5-meter cable length suitable for intra-rack and short inter-rack patching
• Duplex zipcord jacket keeps both fiber strands organized and manageable

Compatibility

Designed as a standard duplex LC single-mode fiber patch cable for use with enterprise networking equipment that accepts LC SMF connections, including SFP and SFP+ transceiver ports on switches, routers, and fiber distribution panels.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by network technicians or data center cabling professionals following TIA-568 structured cabling standards. Clean LC ferrules with an appropriate fiber optic cleaning tool before insertion to prevent signal loss from contamination. Avoid bending the cable beyond its minimum bend radius, and do not look directly into the fiber end face while the cable is connected to an active port, as single-mode laser sources can cause eye injury.