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- In Stock: 5
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 11P3878
- Condition: New
- Weight: 1.00
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Overview
The IBM 11P3878 2m LC-LC Fibre Cable delivers high-performance data transmission for demanding enterprise environments. Engineered with precision-cut single-mode fiber and robust LC connectors, this cable ensures low latency, high bandwidth, and reliable connectivity across data centers, server rooms, and high-speed networking applications.
Key Features
- Ultra-low attenuation - Optimized fiber core and coating provide signal loss as low as 0.35 dB per km.
- High bandwidth capacity - Supports up to 40 Gbps and beyond, ideal for 10G, 25G, 40G, and 100G Ethernet.
- Durable LC connectors - Precision-engineered, polish-free LC ferrules guarantee repeatable performance and easy plug-and-play installation.
- 2-meter length - Perfect for short-reach connections between switches, servers, and transceivers without excess slack.
- Compliance - Meets IEC 61753-1, ISO/IEC 11801, and TIA-568 standards for enterprise fiber optic cabling.
- Ready for future upgrades - Designed to handle emerging higher-speed protocols with minimal signal degradation.
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 11P3878
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Cable Type: Single-mode fiber optic
- Connector Type: LC-LC (male-male)
- Length: 2 meters (6.56 ft)
- Core Diameter: 9 m
- Cladding Diameter: 125 m
- Operating Wavelength: 1310 nm / 1550 nm
- Maximum Insertion Loss: 0.5 dB
- Return Loss: 55 dB
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
- Jacket Material: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) for fire safety
Typical Applications
- Data center inter-connects between top-of-rack switches and servers
- High-speed storage area networks (SAN) and fiber channel links
- Enterprise campus backbone and building-to-building fiber runs
- Telecommunications equipment and optical transport networks
- Research labs requiring low-latency, high-bandwidth connections
Choose the IBM 2m LC-LC Fibre Cable for a dependable, future-proof solution that maximizes network performance while simplifying installation and maintenance.