[ CABLE / ADAPTER RECORD // IEEE 10GBASE-SR OVER OM3 MULTIMODE ]
10GBASE-SR Duplex OM3 LC Fiber Patch Cable
Duplex LC/UPC to LC/UPC; Tx/Rx fibers cross between transceiver output and input.
CLASSIFICATION: Network and fiber cables. Identify protocol, direction, pinout and exact cable revision before connection.
Interface and capability
| Standard / protocol | IEEE 10GBASE-SR over OM3 multimode. Connector appearance alone does not establish compatibility. |
|---|---|
| Endpoint / pinout | Duplex LC/UPC to LC/UPC; Tx/Rx fibers cross between transceiver output and input. |
| Capability / limits | Reach to 300 m on OM3, 400 m on OM4 for 10GBASE-SR; patch lead contributes to channel loss. |
| Certification / length | Standards define interface requirements, not every assembly’s performance. Certification, mode, current/power rating, direction and maximum length belong to the exact product/revision and complete channel; verify its manufacturer specification. Do not infer certification from connector shape or marketing terminology. |
Compatibility & handling
- Match 850-nm multimode optics and fiber grade. Clean end faces; keep caps on and do not mate UPC with APC.
- Inspect connector keying, latch, contact condition, shielding, jacket and model/revision marking. Stop if contacts are bent, loose, scorched, corroded or mismatched.
- Route without tension or sharp bends; follow product bend-radius, strain-relief, current and environmental limits. Test at the intended protocol and mode—physical fit is not a compatibility test.
Sources & further reading
- IEEE 802.3 Ethernet StandardPrimary standards-body or manufacturer reference for IEEE 10GBASE-SR over OM3 multimode; confirm exact cable assembly, certification and revision.