Hubbell FPCLCLCE2MSP LC-LC Duplex OM3 Plenum Fiber Patch Cord

Overview

The Hubbell FPCLCLCE2MSP is a 2-meter duplex fiber optic patch cord built for plenum-rated environments where fire code compliance is non-negotiable. LC-to-LC duplex with OM3 multimode glass and a secure connector latch, it's the right pick for 10GbE backbone runs and structured cabling inter-closet links in commercial buildings, hospitals, and data centers where NFPA 90A compliance is a permit condition, not an option.

OM3 multimode fiber supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet to 300 meters and 40/100GbE at shorter distances — giving structured cabling plants the headroom to handle spine-leaf fabric upgrades without re-pulling glass. At 2 meters, the FPCLCLCE2MSP is sized for patch panel to switch connections inside a rack or between adjacent racks in the same row. For structured cabling runs between IDF and MDF closets, pair with OS2 single-mode rather than OM3 if distances exceed 300 meters.

Key Features

• Plenum (CMP) Jacket Rating: meets NFPA 90A requirements for installation in air-handling plenums and above drop ceilings without conduit — eliminates the cost and labor of conduit runs in open ceiling environments subject to fire code. Required by code in most commercial new construction.
• LC Duplex Connectors: small-form-factor LC ferrules are the dominant interface on 10G SFP+ and 40/100G QSFP breakout modules; duplex pairing handles simultaneous TX/RX on a single cord, no separate transmit/receive cables to manage.
• OM3 Multimode Glass: 50/125µm laser-optimized multimode supports 10GBase-SR to 300m and 100GBase-SR4 to 100m — enough runway for most intra-building backbone segments and sufficient for current-generation spine switches without needing single-mode glass or active optics.
• Secure Connector Latch: the locking tab prevents accidental pull-out in high-density patch panels where adjacent cord movement is constant. Reduces unplanned disconnects during MACs (moves, adds, changes) in live environments.
• 2-Meter Length: optimized for rack-to-rack and panel-to-switch runs within the same bay or adjacent bay — keeps cable management clean and avoids the slack loops that accumulate with oversized cords in 1U-dense fiber panels.

Integration & Compatibility

The FPCLCLCE2MSP integrates with any SFP+ (10G), QSFP+ (40G), or QSFP28 (100G) optical module using LC duplex interfaces. Compatible with network switches and NVRs that feature LC-type fiber uplink ports. Verify your switch SFP module accepts OM3 multimode — some vendors require vendor-specific optics validation. This cord is Hubbell Premise Wiring, part of the Hubbell structured cabling line, and is designed to integrate with Hubbell patch panels and adapter plates in certified channel installations.

For fiber optic cabling projects requiring longer runs or single-mode OS2 variants, evaluate the broader Hubbell fiber patch cord family for the appropriate fiber type and jacket rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does the plenum (CMP) rating on the FPCLCLCE2MSP mean for my installation?

A: The CMP plenum jacket meets NFPA 90A fire codes for deployment in air-handling plenum spaces — above drop ceilings and in raised floors used as return-air paths. You can run this cord without conduit in those spaces, saving significant labor cost versus non-plenum alternatives that require metal conduit in the same locations.

Q: What fiber speeds and distances does OM3 support?

A: OM3 50/125µm laser-optimized multimode glass supports 10GBase-SR to 300 meters, 40GBase-SR4 to 100 meters, and 100GBase-SR4 to 100 meters. For 10G intra-building backbone runs under 300m, OM3 is the standard choice. Beyond 300m or for 400G, consider single-mode OS2.

Q: Is the FPCLCLCE2MSP suitable for outdoor use?

A: No. The plenum CMP jacket is rated for indoor air-handling environments only. Outdoor or direct-burial runs require a separate outdoor-rated or armored fiber cable with UV-stable or gel-filled jackets.

Q: What connector type does the FPCLCLCE2MSP use and what equipment does it mate with?

A: LC duplex on both ends. LC is the standard interface for 10G SFP+, 40G QSFP+, and 100G QSFP28 optical transceivers, as well as most fiber patch panels and fiber-port switches. If your equipment has SC or ST ports, you will need an LC-to-SC or LC-to-ST adapter — this cord will not mate directly.

Q: Can the FPCLCLCE2MSP be used with single-mode optics?

A: No. OM3 is a 50/125µm multimode fiber and must be paired with multimode (SR-type) optical transceivers. Inserting it into a single-mode LR or ER transceiver will result in severe signal loss and link failure. Match fiber type to optic type.

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The spec that matters most on the FPCLCLCE2MSP is the CMP plenum jacket — not the fiber grade. OM3 is the commodity here; what separates this cord from a non-plenum alternative is whether your local AHJ requires CMP in the spaces you're cabling. In most commercial new-construction and healthcare projects, the answer is yes, and substituting a riser-rated cord above a drop ceiling is a code violation that gets flagged on final inspection.

Technical Highlights:

• CMP Plenum Jacket: NFPA 90A-compliant for air-handling spaces — no conduit required in open-ceiling environments, which typically saves 30-50% of installation labor on above-ceiling horizontal runs.
• OM3 Multimode Glass: 50/125µm laser-optimized supports 10GBase-SR to 300m — sufficient for intra-building backbone between IDF closets without stepping up to single-mode optics or active equipment.
• LC Duplex Secure Latch: the locking connector body resists accidental extraction in dense patch panels — relevant in any MDF/IDF where MACs happen weekly and adjacent cord movement is constant.

Deployment Considerations:

• At 2 meters, the FPCLCLCE2MSP is sized for patch panel-to-switch connections within the same rack or between adjacent racks in the same row — not for closet-to-closet horizontal runs. If you're spanning rack rows or connecting across the room, order a 5- or 10-meter variant instead.
• OM3 is multimode only — confirm your SFP+ or QSFP+ modules are SR-type before ordering. LR, ER, or ZR single-mode optics will not function on this fiber regardless of connector compatibility.

This cord belongs in commercial data centers, hospital IDF closets, and enterprise campus buildings where CMP compliance is a permit condition and 10G backbone density is the current standard — not in outdoor enclosures or industrial environments where a ruggedized armored cable is the correct specification.