Fibre optic cable Helos 1m OM3 LC/SC

The Helos 1m OM3 LC/SC fibre optic cable is a multimode patch lead designed for high-speed data transmission in modern network environments. With a 50 µm core diameter and OM3 grading, this 1-metre cable supports full duplex communication and is intended for short- to medium-reach links in data centers, server rooms, and enterprise networks. The combination of LC and SC connectors provides compatibility with a wide range of transceivers, patch panels, and network devices while maintaining low insertion loss and stable optical performance.

Advantages

The Helos OM3 cable offers predictable multimode performance optimized for 10 Gb/s and higher data rates over short distances, with a standardized 50 µm core that matches common multimode transceivers. Its LC connector provides a compact interface for high-density installations, while the SC connector ensures simple push-pull mating with many legacy and current network components. The 1 m length reduces excess cabling in rack environments, helping maintain tidy cable management and minimizing attenuation from unnecessary slack.

Suitable for

• Patch connections between switches, servers and transceivers in data centers
• Interconnects in telecommunications rooms and equipment racks
• Short-range multimode links for storage area networks and SAN switches
• Upgrades to 10 Gb/s multimode links where OM3 performance is required

Key specifications

• Fibre type: OM3 multimode
• Core diameter: 50 µm
• Length: 1 m
• Connector A: LC (one end)
• Connector B: SC (other end)
• Transmission: full duplex
• Typical use: short to medium reach multimode links

How to use

Inspect both LC and SC connectors before installation to ensure endfaces are clean and undamaged. Route the 1 m cable through the rack or patch panel space, avoiding sharp bends; maintain the fibre minimum bend radius recommended by the chassis or patch panel manufacturer. Insert the SC connector into the corresponding SC port until it clicks or seats fully, and insert the LC connector into the LC port, ensuring proper alignment. Verify link status on connected devices and measure optical power or perform a continuity check if required.

Recommendations

For consistent performance, clean connectors with approved fibre cleaning tools before mating and store unused connectors with protective dust caps. Use this OM3 cable for short rack-to-rack or equipment patching and avoid running fibre alongside high-voltage power cables to reduce electromagnetic interference risks for connected active equipment.