Fibre optic cable Helos 5m OM4 SC/ST

The Helos 5m OM4 SC/ST fibre optic cable provides a 5-metre multimode link with a 50 µm core diameter designed for full duplex data transmission. Equipped with one SC connector and a dual ST connector, this cable supports high-speed communications in data centers and enterprise networks where OM4 class performance is required. The OM4 specification enables higher modal bandwidth and extended reach compared with lower OM classes, making the cable suitable for demanding applications that require stable, low-loss optical links.

Advantages

This fibre optic cable combines multimode OM4 performance with mixed SC and ST connector types to offer flexible connectivity options. The 50 µm core supports common short- to medium-range multimode transceivers and patch panels, while the OM4 rating provides improved bandwidth and lower attenuation over typical multimode links. The full duplex configuration ensures simultaneous bi-directional communication, and the 5 m length is practical for rack-to-rack or equipment-to-patch-panel connections within closets or server rooms.

Suitable for

• Data centre patching between switches, servers and fibre panels
• High-performance LAN and backbone multimode links
• Short- to medium-distance multimode optical interconnects in enterprise networks
• Environments requiring mixed connector types (SC to ST) for compatibility

Key specifications

• Length: 5 metres
• Fibre type: Multimode OM4
• Core diameter: 50 µm
• Connector A: SC
• Connector B: Dual ST
• Mode: Full duplex (bi-directional)
• Typical use: Data centre and enterprise network patching

How to use

Install the Helos 5m OM4 SC/ST cable by aligning the SC and ST connectors with the corresponding ports on your networking equipment or patch panels. For best optical performance, ensure connectors are clean before insertion and avoid excessive bending; keep the bend radius above the manufacturer’s recommended minimum for multimode fibre. Connect the SC end to the device or panel port designed for SC plugs, and insert the dual ST connector(s) into the matching ST ports, securing the bayonet-style ST connectors with a slight twist. Verify link status on network devices and, if necessary, test optical loss using appropriate fiber test equipment.

Recommendations

Prior to deployment, inspect and clean connector endfaces with appropriate fibre cleaning tools to minimize insertion loss. Route the cable within cable management trays or panels to prevent tight bends and mechanical stress. Use this OM4 multimode cable for short- to medium-range connections where multimode transceivers are specified; for longer distances or single-mode transceiver requirements, select a cable with appropriate fibre type and performance.