This OM4 uniboot patch cord packs a full duplex link into one slim, round 2.0 mm cable. Both fibers run inside a single jacket and end in a combined LC/UPC uniboot connector, so each end takes up the space of one cable instead of two. That cuts clutter in dense switch faceplates and high-port-count patch panels.
Laser-optimized 50/125 µm OM4 glass supports 10G up to 400 meters and 25G up to 100 meters. The aqua OFNR riser-rated jacket suits indoor runs and vertical pathways. It's a tidy, high-performance choice for crowded data center racks.
What "Uniboot" Means
A standard duplex cord uses two separate fibers joined like a zipper, each with its own boot. A uniboot cord puts both fibers inside one round jacket and finishes them with a single shared boot over a duplex LC head. The result is roughly half the cable bulk at the port. Less bulk means better airflow and easier access to neighboring ports.
Why It Matters in Dense Racks
A 48-port switch with standard zipcord can turn into a wall of cable. Uniboot cords keep the bundle smaller, which improves front-to-back airflow. Technicians can also reach a single port without pulling on its neighbors.
OM4 Performance
At 850 nm, this OM4 glass delivers 4,700 MHz·km of effective modal bandwidth. Under IEEE 802.3, it carries 10GBASE-SR up to 400 meters and 25GBASE-SR up to 100 meters. Duplex BiDi optics can also run 40G up to about 150 meters over this single pair.
Round 2.0 mm Construction
The round jacket protects both fibers together and bends evenly in any direction. Unlike a flat zipcord, it won't twist into a figure-eight when it's coiled. That makes cable managers easier to dress and keeps bend radius consistent.
Polarity
Duplex cords follow A-to-B polarity, so transmit at one end meets receive at the other. Many uniboot designs also let you reverse polarity at the connector without re-terminating. Check the connector before forcing anything.
- Connectors: LC/UPC uniboot duplex on both ends
- Fiber: OM4 50/125 µm, laser-optimized
- Cable: Round 2.0 mm, two fibers in one jacket
- Jacket: Aqua, OFNR (Riser)
- Typical Uses: SFP+, SFP28, and 40G BiDi links
Care and Handling:
Clean LC ferrules before every connection to prevent dust-related multimode link issues. Route the cord through cable managers using smooth curves and avoid placing hanging weight on connectors.
