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Panel-Mount Fiber-Optic Adapters


LC Female × LC Female	SC Female × SC Female

ST Female × ST Female	Plastic Cap

Connect two fiber-optic cords that have the same gender and connection type. These adapters mount to panels of any thickness, as long as you drill a mounting hole first.

Caps—Protect connectors when not in use by covering them with caps (sold separately). Caps are tethered, so you can open them in any direction to access adapters from any angle.

	Adapters							Caps
			Mounting
	For Cable Designation	For Panel Cutout Dia.	Hole Dia.	Fasteners Included	Housing Material		Each		Each
LC Female × LC Female



		Single Mode OS2	0.945"	0.14"	Yes	Plastic	5286N11	000000	5286N17	00000


		Multimode OM1, Multimode OM2, Multimode OM3, Multimode OM4	0.945"	0.14"	Yes	Plastic	5286N12	00000	5286N17	0000


		SC Female × SC Female



				Single Mode OS2	0.945"	0.14"	Yes	Plastic	5286N13	00000	5286N17	0000


				Multimode OM1, Multimode OM2, Multimode OM3, Multimode OM4	0.945"	0.14"	Yes	Plastic	5286N14	00000	5286N17	0000


				ST Female × ST Female



						Single Mode OS2	0.945"	0.14"	Yes	Plastic	5286N15	00000	———	0


						Multimode OM1, Multimode OM2, Multimode OM3, Multimode OM4	0.945"	0.14"	Yes	Plastic	5286N16	00000	———	0

Fiber-Optic Adapters


LC Female × LC Female	SC Female × SC Female

Connect two fiber-optic cords that have the same gender and fiber-optic connection type.

		Each
LC Female × LC Female



	Single Mode OS2	1445N3	000000


	Multimode OM1, Multimode OM2, Multimode OM3, Multimode OM4	1445N2	00000


	SC Female × SC Female



			Single Mode OS2, Multimode OM1, Multimode OM2, Multimode OM3, Multimode OM4	1445N1	00000

Fiber-Optic Cords

Connect computers, servers, and switches in a fiber-optic network.

LC Plug × LC Plug

Image of Product. Front orientation. Fiber-Optic Cords. LC Connection.

Cords with LC connections have push-pull connectors that lock in place with a latch. Their connectors are about half the size of SC and ST connectors, so they’re best for devices in tight spaces as well as crowded racks and panels.

Single-Mode OS2 Cable—Single-mode cords are good for long distances and often used between buildings.

Multimode OM1 Cable and Multimode OM4 Cable—Multimode cords are often used for shorter runs within buildings. OM1 cords support 10 Gigabit Ethernet at lengths up to 33 meters. They are used for Local Area Networks (LAN).

OFNR Cable—OFNR (optical fiber nonconductive riser) cords prevent the spread of fire from floor to floor within buildings. Use them in vertical spaces, such as shafts, between floors. They cannot be installed in plenum areas. These cords are corrosion resistant. They release heavy black smoke, hydrochloric acid, and other toxic gases when they burn.

	Core Dia., μm	Color		Each
Single-Mode OS2 Cable, OFNR Cable



	3	9	Yellow	2087T11	000000


	6	9	Yellow	2087T12	00000
	10	9	Yellow	2087T13	00000
	33	9	Yellow	2087T16	00000


	Multimode OM1 Cable, OFNR Cable



			3	62.5	Orange	2087T91	00000


			6	62.5	Orange	2087T92	00000
			10	62.5	Orange	2087T93	00000
			33	62.5	Orange	2087T96	00000


			Multimode OM4 Cable, OFNR Cable



					3	50	Teal	2087T17	00000


					6	50	Teal	2087T27	00000
					10	50	Teal	2087T37	00000
					33	50	Teal	2087T67	00000

SC Plug × SC Plug

Image of Product. Front orientation. Fiber-Optic Cords. SC Connection.

Cords with SC connections have push-pull connectors that lock in place with a tab.

Single-Mode OS2 Cable—Single-mode cords are good for long distances and often used between buildings.

	Core Dia., μm	Color		Each
Single-Mode OS2 Cable, OFNR Cable



	3	9	Yellow	2087T51	000000


	6	9	Yellow	2087T52	00000
	10	9	Yellow	2087T53	00000
	33	9	Yellow	2087T56	00000


	Multimode OM1 Cable, OFNR Cable



			3	62.5	Orange	2087T71	00000


			6	62.5	Orange	2087T72	00000
			10	62.5	Orange	2087T73	00000
			33	62.5	Orange	2087T76	00000


			Multimode OM4 Cable, OFNR Cable



					3	50	Teal	2087T18	00000


					6	50	Teal	2087T28	00000
					10	50	Teal	2087T38	00000

ST Plug × ST Plug

Image of Product. Front orientation. Fiber-Optic Cords. ST Connection.

Cords with ST connections have twist-lock spring-loaded connectors that secure in place with a bayonet lock.

Single-Mode OS2 Cable—Single-mode cords are good for long distances and often used between buildings.

	Core Dia., μm	Color		Each
Single-Mode OS2 Cable, OFNR Cable



	3	9	Yellow	2087T61	000000


	6	9	Yellow	2087T62	00000
	10	9	Yellow	2087T63	00000
	33	9	Yellow	2087T66	00000


	Multimode OM1 Cable, OFNR Cable



			3	62.5	Orange	2087T81	00000


			6	62.5	Orange	2087T82	00000
			10	62.5	Orange	2087T83	00000
			33	62.5	Orange	2087T86	00000


			Multimode OM4 Cable, OFNR Cable



					3	50	Teal	2087T19	00000


					6	50	Teal	2087T29	00000
					33	50	Teal	2087T69	00000

DIN-Rail-Mount Ethernet Switches

Mount these Ethernet switches onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail alongside PLCs, relays, and power supplies—they snap in place and stay secure. They connect computers, sensors, and other devices to the same network so they can talk to each other, access the Internet, and provide you with real-time diagnostics. Switches do not require set up—just plug in a device and it will be connected to your network. These switches are backward compatible, so they'll work in networks below their rated transmission speed. For example, a 100 Mbit/s switch will work in a 10 Mbit/s network, but it will only run at 10 Mbit/s.

Ethernet Switches With SC Fiber-Optic Ports

Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Ethernet Switches. DIN-Rail-Mount Ethernet Switches, Ethernet Switches With SC Fiber-Optic Ports.

Switches with SC fiber-optic ports accept multimode fiber-optic cords.

For Multimode OM4 Cable—Multimode OM4 cords transmit further distances than standard Ethernet cables and with increased bandwidth. They are designed for high-speed data transmission applications, such as data centers. OM4 is backward compatible with older multimode fibers, allowing seamless upgrades in existing networks.

Ethernet		Fiber-Optic
No. of Ports	Connection	No. of Ports	For Cable Designation	Transmission Speed	Ht.	Wd.	Dp.	Housing Material	Voltage, V DC	Wire Connection	No. of Terminals	Temp. Range, ° F	Certification		Each



	4	RJ45	1	Multimode OM1 Multimode OM2 Multimode OM3 Multimode OM4	100 Mbit/s	4 1/2"	1"	3 1/8"	Plastic	10 to 32	Screw Terminal	3	-40 to 155	C-UL Listed	8653T18	0000000

Fiber-Optic Connector Pliers

Pliers for fiber optic connectors insert and extract LC connectors in tightly packed patch panels. They’re for LC and SC simplex, MU, and other similar connectors. One jaw has a rubber strip, so you can safely and securely grip connectors without damaging them or surrounding parts. They have plastic grips for comfort.

Spring-Assisted Jaws—Pliers with spring-assisted jaws automatically open when you release the handles.

		Jaw
	Overall Lg.	Lg.	Opening Style	Texture	Tip Thk.	Material	With Wire Cutter		Each
Flat Jaw and Cushion Grip



		10 1/2"	4 7/16"	Spring Assisted	Smooth	5/32"	Steel	No	4599N11	000000

Flexible Fiber-Optic Cable for Mini Flashlights

Extend light into hard-to-reach spaces by attaching fiber-optic cable to your flashlight.

For Handle Dia.	Includes		Each
3/4"	6", 12", and 18" Cables	6545T52	000000

Fiber-Optic Cable

Send data between data centers and workstations in fiber-optic networks. The plastic outer jacket on this cable is flame retardant for safe indoor use, and resists water and UV light for outdoor use. Because it works both indoors and outdoors, there’s no need for a transition splice when routing the cable into buildings. Each inner fiber also has a layer of plastic insulation to protect signals and add flexibility. This cable is non-conductive, so grounding or bonding is not required.

Multimode OM3 Cable—Multimode cable is often used to transmit data over short distances, such as within buildings and local area networks (LANs). It has a large core diameter, so it’s easier to terminate and install than single-mode cable. However, it has lower bandwidth.

OFNP Cable—ONFP cable is for use in horizontal shafts, such as in ducts and above drop ceilings.

Single-Mode OS2 Cable—Single-mode cable is often used to send data between buildings. It has a small core diameter, which reduces signal loss. It transmits data over longer distances and has a higher bandwidth than multimode cable.

OFNR Cable—OFNR cable is for use in vertical shafts and large facilities with multiple levels.

Fiber Count—Fiber count refers to the number of optical fibers inside a cable. The higher the count, the more data you can send. You can branch each fiber into its own individual cable if your network demands grow in the future.

					Inner Insulation
	Fiber Count	Core Dia., μm	OD	Outer Jacket Color	Material	Color	Temp. Range, ° F	For Use Outdoors	Flammability Rating		25 ft. Long	50 ft. Long	100 ft. Long	250 ft. Long	500 ft. Long	1,000 ft. Long
Single Mode OS2, OFNR



		6	8.3	0.22"	Black	Plastic	Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, White	-40 to 155	Yes	UL 2556 FT4	5499N24	—	000000	000000	0000000	0000000	0000000


		12	8.3	0.26"	Black	Plastic	Aqua, Black, Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow	-40 to 155	Yes	UL 2556 FT4	5499N25	—	00000	000000	000000	000000	00000000
		24	8.3	0.31"	Black	Plastic	Aqua, Aqua/Black, Black, Black/White, Blue, Blue/Black, Brown, Brown/Black, Gray, Gray/Black, Green, Green/Black, Orange, Orange/Black, Pink, Pink/Black, Purple, Purple/Black, Red, Red/Black, White, White/Black, Yellow, Yellow/Black	-40 to 155	Yes	UL 2556 FT4	5499N26	—	000000	000000	000000	00000000	00000000


		Single Mode OS2, OFNP



				6	8.3	0.21"	Black	Plastic	Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, White	-40 to 155	Yes	NFPA 262, CSA C22.2 No. 0.3 FT6	5499N27	—	00000	000000	000000	000000	00000000


				12	8.3	0.25"	Black	Plastic	Aqua, Black, Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow	-40 to 155	Yes	NFPA 262, CSA C22.2 No. 0.3 FT6	5499N28	—	00000	000000	000000	000000	00000000
				24	8.3	0.31"	Black	Plastic	Aqua, Aqua/Black, Black, Black/White, Blue, Blue/Black, Brown, Brown/Black, Gray, Gray/Black, Green, Green/Black, Orange, Orange/Black, Pink, Pink/Black, Purple, Purple/Black, Red, Red/Black, White, White/Black, Yellow, Yellow/Black	-40 to 155	Yes	NFPA 262, CSA C22.2 No. 0.3 FT6	5499N29	—	000000	000000	000000	00000000	00000000


				Multimode OM3, OFNR



						6	50	0.22"	Black	Plastic	Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, White	-40 to 155	Yes	UL 2556 FT4	5499N31	000000	00000	000000	000000	000000	00000000


						12	50	0.26"	Black	Plastic	Aqua, Black, Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow	-40 to 155	Yes	UL 2556 FT4	5499N32	00000	000000	000000	000000	00000000	00000000
						24	50	0.31"	Black	Plastic	Aqua, Aqua/Black, Black, Black/White, Blue, Blue/Black, Brown, Brown/Black, Gray, Gray/Black, Green, Green/Black, Orange, Orange/Black, Pink, Pink/Black, Purple, Purple/Black, Red, Red/Black, White, White/Black, Yellow, Yellow/Black	-40 to 155	Yes	UL 2556 FT4	5499N33	000000	000000	000000	00000000	00000000	00000000


						Multimode OM3, OFNP



								6	50	0.21"	Black	Plastic	Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, White	-40 to 155	Yes	NFPA 262, CSA C22.2 No. 0.3 FT6	5499N34	00000	000000	000000	000000	00000000	00000000


								12	50	0.25"	Black	Plastic	Aqua, Black, Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow	-40 to 155	Yes	NFPA 262, CSA C22.2 No. 0.3 FT6	5499N35	00000	000000	000000	000000	00000000	00000000
								24	50	0.31"	Black	Plastic	Aqua, Aqua/Black, Black, Black/White, Blue, Blue/Black, Brown, Brown/Black, Gray, Gray/Black, Green, Green/Black, Orange, Orange/Black, Pink, Pink/Black, Purple, Purple/Black, Red, Red/Black, White, White/Black, Yellow, Yellow/Black	-40 to 155	Yes	NFPA 262, CSA C22.2 No. 0.3 FT6	5499N36	000000	000000	000000	00000000	00000000	00000000

Fiber-Optic Cable Ratchet Crimpers

Crimp FC, ST, SC, LC, SMA, and MT-RJ connectors onto fiber-optic cable. The ratchet applies the correct pressure to ensure a complete crimp every time.

Crimpers								Replacement Dies
For Cable Designation	Cavity Size	Lg.	Material	Grip Style	Grip Material		Each		Each







			For FC, ST, SC, LC, SMA, MT-RJ Connection

			Single Mode OS1, Single Mode OS2, Multimode OM1, Multimode OM2, Multimode OM3, Multimode OM4	0.134", 0.139", 0.151", 0.178", 0.190"	9 1/2"	Steel	Cushion	ABS	4847N21	000000	4847N2	000000

Electrical Parts Cleaners for Fiber Optic Connectors

Clean plugs or adapters on fiber-optic cords. These handheld cleaners remove dust, dirt, and grime with a lint-free fabric so cords can send data without disruptions caused by debris.

For Plugs—Plastic Case

Cleaners with a plastic case have a cleaning window for wiping debris off of plugs. Slide the cleaner to feed a fresh piece of cleaning fabric across the window.

Ht.	Wd.	Dp.	Useful Life	Cloth Material	For Removing		Each



FC, LC, MU, SC, ST	3 1/2"	2 5/8"	1 1/8"	500 Cleanings	Microfiber	Dirt, Dust	5423N15	000000

For Plugs and Bulkhead Adapters—Plastic Handle

Cleaners with a plastic handle have a cleaning tip for plugs and adapters. Flip open the cap to clean a plug, or remove the cap to clean a recessed adapter. Click the tool to push the cleaning fabric through the tip—each click pushes through a fresh cleaning surface. They also have an extendable nozzle, which lengthens them by an extra 1.5 in. to clean deep ports or crowded panels.

	For Ferrule Size, mm	Lg.	Useful Life	Cloth Material	For Removing		Each
Straight Head with Extendable Nozzle



	FC, SC, ST	2.5	9"	800 Cleanings	Microfiber	Dirt, Dust	5423N12	000000


	LC, MU	1.25	9"	800 Cleanings	Microfiber	Dirt, Dust	5423N11	00000

Fiber-Optic Cable Scissors


Shown in Nylon Pouch		Wire-Cutting Notch

With high-carbon stainless steel blades, these scissors cut through fiber-optic and electrical cables, even those that are made with Kevlar. They’re also good for cutting wire jackets and cable ties. Use the wire-cutting notch to hold your items in place, so they won’t slip as you cut them. Attach the pouch to your belt to keep these scissors close at hand.

	Handle Material	Opening Style	Handedness	Blade Tip Shape	Blade Edge	Cutting Features	Includes		Each
For Fabric, Kevlar, Plastic







	Straight Handle

	5 1/2"	1 5/8"	Stainless Steel	Plastic Handle	Manual	Right, Left	Point	Serrated/Straight	Wire-Cutting Notch	Nylon Pouch with Belt Loop	7388N11	000000

Fiber-Optic Tool Kits


2 Pieces	11 Pieces

Cut and strip fiber-optic cable.

2 Pieces—2-piece kits include a wire cutter with high-carbon stainless steel blades that are strong enough to cut through optic fibers, wire insulation, and cable ties. They also include a wire stripper that has three openings for stripping different thicknesses of fiber-optic cable jackets down to the glass fiber.

11 Pieces—11-piece kits include a variety of tools to support a wide range of applications. Along with a standard wire cutter and wire stripper, there are three additional cable strippers and a ringer to handle an array of fiber-optic cable jacket shapes, sizes, and buffer coatings. To make it easy to access your cable, there are pliers, a flashlight, and a screwdriver. Use the wipes to clean optical surfaces, bare fibers, and connector ends.

No. of Pieces	Includes	For Cable Designation	Container Type		Each
2	6" Lg. Wire Stripper (For 0.12" Max. Cable OD, 600-900 micron Buffer Dia., 250 micron Coating Dia., and 9 micron Core Dia.) 5 1/2" Lg. Wire Cutter for Kevlar and Soft Wire	Single Mode OS1, Single Mode OS2	Leather Pouch	6294N11	000000
11	6" Lg. Wire Stripper (For 0.12" Max. Cable OD, 600-900 micron Buffer Dia., 250 micron Coating Dia., and 9 micron Core Dia.) 5 1/4" Lg. Stripper for 0.19" to 1.13" Dia. Cable Jackets 2" Lg. Stripper for 0.13" to 0.5" Dia. Cable Jackets 4 1/2" Lg. Stripper for 0.25" Wd. Flat-Drop Cables 6" Lg. Wire Cutter for Kevlar and Soft Wire 8 1/4" Lg. Cutting Pliers 4" Lg. Ringer for 0.5" to 0.24" Dia. Buffer Tubes 6 3/4" Lg. Long-Nose Pliers 7 1/2" Lg. Bit Screwdriver for Phillips and Slotted Drive Styles 3 3/4" Lg. LED Flashlight Five Cable Cleaning Wipes	Single Mode OS1, Single Mode OS2	Fabric Bag	6294N12	000000

Fiber-Optic Cable Strippers

Strip fiber-optic cables without scratching or damaging them. These cable strippers have three nonmarring openings to handle different thicknesses of fiber-optic cable jackets and buffer coatings. Strip a cable down to the glass fiber using the smallest opening.

With Spring-Return Handle

Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire and Cable Strippers. Fiber-Optic Cable Strippers.

	For Cable
	Max. OD	Buffer Dia., μm	Coating Dia., μm	Core Dia., μm	Designation	For Wire/Cable Type	Lg.	Grip Style	Grip Material		Each
Steel



		0.12"	600 to 900	125 to 250	9	Single Mode OS1, Single Mode OS2	Fiber Optic	6"	Cushion	Plastic	4130N111	000000

Coaxial and Fiber-Optic Cable Cutters

Produce clean, distortion-free cuts in cable with one-handed operation.

	For Data Cable
For Use On	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Ga.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each
Carbon Fiber, Copper, Fiberglass, Kevlar	3/4"	500 MCM	8 1/4"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Manual	4938A31	000000

Compact Fiber-Optic Cable Strippers

Small enough to fit in your pocket, take these strippers with you to remove the insulation from fiber-optic cable. They have a single notch that adjusts to the gauge of your wire, so you don’t have to align each wire to its corresponding notch.

	For Cable
	Max. OD	Buffer Dia., μm	Coating Dia., μm	Designation	For Wire/Cable Type	Lg.	Grip Style	Grip Material		Each
Steel



		0.01"	250	125	Single Mode OS1, Single Mode OS2	Fiber Optic	3 1/4"	Cushion	Rubber	4827N11	000000

Fiber-Optic Cable Cutters

Make flush cuts through fiber-optic cable for clean connections and easy splicing. Spring-assisted jaws open automatically when you release the handles.

Overall Lg.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each
6 1/4"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Spring Assisted	5938N11	000000

Precision-Adjust Fiber-Optic Cable Strippers

An adjustable stop lets you set the precise length you want to strip from your fiber-optic cable. Because you insert your cable into the front of these strippers, you can use them in tight spaces.

	For Cable
	Max. OD	Buffer Dia., μm	Coating Dia., μm	Designation	Performance	Max. Strip Lg.	For Wire/Cable Type	Lg.	Grip Style	Grip Material		Each
Steel



		0.13"	180 to 330	125	Single Mode OS1, Single Mode OS2	Precision Adjust	2"	Fiber Optic	3 3/4"	Cushion	ABS	4809N11	000000


		0.43"	600 to 1,100	250	Single Mode OS1, Single Mode OS2	Precision Adjust	2"	Fiber Optic	3 3/4"	Cushion	ABS	4809N12	00000