Overview
The Tripp Lite N368-05M is a duplex singlemode fiber optic patch cable designed for connecting compatible fiber-optic networking hardware with LC and ST interfaces. It uses 9/125 micron singlemode glass fiber in a zipcord construction and has an LC duplex connector on one end and an ST duplex connector on the other.
Fiber Construction and Connectivity
The cable contains two singlemode optical fibers, providing a duplex connection for compatible network equipment. The LC and ST duplex connector configuration makes the N368-05M suitable for fiber hardware or NICs requiring this specific interface combination.
Cable Design
The N368-05M uses a yellow jacket and glass fiber rather than polymer optical fiber. Its 5-meter length provides approximately 16.4 feet of cable for equipment interconnection and fiber-network patching.
Optical Performance
Tripp Lite specifies insertion-loss testing for every connector, with a typical value of 0.2 dB. The cable uses UPC-polished connector endfaces and OS2 singlemode optical mode. Its 9/125 construction is intended for singlemode fiber networking applications.
Key Features
- Duplex 9/125 micron singlemode fiber construction
- LC duplex to ST duplex connector configuration
- 5-meter (16.4-foot) cable length
- OS2 singlemode optical mode with UPC endface polish
- FDDI and OFNR riser-rated construction
Applications
- Singlemode fiber network connections
- LAN infrastructure using LC and ST interfaces
- Data-center and communications equipment interconnection
- Fiber-optic NIC and network hardware connections
- Equipment patching where duplex LC-to-ST singlemode connectivity is required
DC Supplies Product Note
The N368-05M uses an LC duplex-to-ST duplex configuration, so connector type should be checked on both pieces of equipment before ordering. This exact model is the standard version rather than the separate N368-05M-P plenum-rated variant.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Tripp Lite |
| Part Number / MPN | N368-05M |
| Product Type | Duplex Singlemode Fiber Patch Cable |
| Fiber Technology | Singlemode |
| Optical Mode | OS2 |
| Fiber Type | 9/125 micron |
| Number of Fibers | 2 |
| Side A Connector | LC Duplex |
| Side B Connector | ST Duplex |
| Connector Gender | Male |
| Endface Polish | UPC |
| Cable Length | 5 m (16.4 ft.) |
| Cable Construction | Duplex zipcord |
| Jacket Material | PVC |
| Jacket Color | Yellow |
| Fiber Material | Glass |
| Insertion Loss | 0.2 dB typical |
| Fire Rating | OFNR (Riser) |
| Standards / Rating | FDDI rated |
| RoHS | Compliant |
| UPC Code | 037332134820 |
FAQs
What type of fiber is used in the N368-05M?
It uses duplex 9/125 micron singlemode glass fiber with OS2 optical mode.
What connectors does the N368-05M use?
It has an LC duplex connector on one end and an ST duplex connector on the other.
How long is the cable?
The cable is 5 meters long, approximately 16.4 feet.
Is the N368-05M a multimode cable?
No. The N368-05M is a singlemode fiber cable.
Is the N368-05M plenum rated?
No. The N368-05M is the standard version with a PVC jacket and OFNR riser rating. Tripp Lite offers the separate N368-05M-P model for plenum-rated applications.
Is insertion loss tested?
Yes. Tripp Lite specifies insertion-loss testing on every connector, with 0.2 dB listed as the typical value.
