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STARTECH

STARTECH FIBLCST1 3.28 ft fibre optic cable

SKU CH-YRNJ-6DNMA MPN FIBLCST1

A 3.28 ft duplex multimode patch cable with LC and ST connectors for fibre network links

  • TypeCable Connectors
  • ColorOrange
  • Length0.5 ft.
  • Connector Number1
  • Connector DetailConnector on First End:2 x LC Male Network Connector on Seco
  • FeaturesCable Characteristic:Patch Cable
  • Duplex multimode patch cable links LC and ST equipment
  • 28 ft length suits short rack-to-panel runs
  • Orange jacket identifies multimode fibre at a glance
  • Factory-terminated LC and ST connectors reduce installation time
  • Ranked 84 in fibre optic cables category

Duplex LC-to-ST patch cable

The StarTech.com FIBLCST1 is a multimode duplex fibre patch cable built for short-range network links. It terminates in two LC male connectors on one end and two ST male connectors on the other, suited to patch panels and equipment ports that require this specific connector pairing. The orange jacket identifies the cable as multimode, and the 3.28 ft length is intended for rack-to-rack or panel-to-device runs within a cabinet.

Replaces mismatched connector leads

This cable replaces ad-hoc assemblies or media converters when a direct LC-to-ST link is needed between transceivers, switches or patch panels. The jump is worth it when both ends of the link already expose LC and ST ports respectively, eliminating the extra insertion loss and cost of a hybrid adapter. It is not for buyers who need single-mode fibre, longer reach, or a different connector combination such as SC or MTP.

Check port types and fibre mode

Verify that the transmitting equipment uses LC duplex ports and the receiving equipment uses ST duplex ports, and that both operate on multimode fibre. Confirm the required polarity for the link, as the cable ships with a standard duplex arrangement. Ensure the 3.28 ft reach covers the distance between ports without strain. This cable is not for single-mode infrastructure or for runs that exceed the length provided.

Highlights

  • Duplex multimode patch cable links LC and ST equipment
  • 28 ft length suits short rack-to-panel runs
  • Orange jacket identifies multimode fibre at a glance
  • Factory-terminated LC and ST connectors reduce installation time
  • Ranked 84 in fibre optic cables category

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ModelFIBLCST1
TypeCable Connectors
ColorOrange
Length0.5 ft.
Connector Number1
Connector DetailConnector on First End:2 x LC Male Network
Connector on Second End:2 x ST Male Network
FeaturesCable Characteristic:Patch Cable
Shipping weight0.04 kg
Package size193 × 188 × 24 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 3.28 ft orange duplex cable reach between LC and ST ports on adjacent patch panels?

The 3.28 ft length suits short rack-to-rack runs; the duplex zip-cord carries two fibres so each LC-to-ST link uses one pair.

Which end plugs in first when connecting the 2 x LC Male to 2 x ST Male duplex cable?

Insert the LC connectors until the latch clicks, then seat the ST bayonet connectors with a quarter-turn; reversing the order can stress the ceramic ferrules.

When should the orange multimode patch cable be replaced in a 10 GbE link?

Replace it if insertion loss exceeds the link budget, if end-face inspection shows scratches, or after any crush or sharp-bend incident.

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