DESCRIPTION
The NX-LC-Y-PC-OS2-5M Fiber Optic OS2 Y-Cable is a high-performance singlemode fiber patch cable designed for Network TAP deployments, optical monitoring, and advanced network visibility applications in enterprise, service provider, and data center environments. It is engineered to ensure highly accurate, low-loss optical signal transmission for critical network analysis and continuous traffic monitoring.
Built with premium OS2 singlemode fiber, this Y-cable delivers ultra-low attenuation and excellent long-distance transmission capabilities, making it ideal for mission-critical and high-speed network infrastructures. The cable is terminated with LC/PC duplex connectors, providing secure, standardized, and stable connectivity within structured fiber optic environments.
The primary function of this Y-cable is to convert a single duplex optical connection into two duplex outputs, enabling controlled signal distribution within Network TAP architectures. It is specifically designed to route optical signals exclusively to the receive (Rx) side of transceivers, ensuring fully passive monitoring without impacting live network traffic or introducing latency. This makes it highly suitable for applications such as packet capture, intrusion detection, network performance monitoring, and cybersecurity analysis.
With its 5-meter length, the NX-LC-Y-PC-OS2-5M is optimized for medium-to-long distance installations where additional flexibility and routing space are required. It is well-suited for rack-to-rack connectivity, distributed network setups, and larger infrastructure environments where TAP devices and monitoring systems are not located in close proximity. Despite the extended reach, the cable maintains excellent signal integrity, minimal loss, and consistent optical performance.
This cable is widely used in enterprise networks, service provider infrastructures, security operations centers (SOC), and large-scale data centers where reliable, real-time network visibility is essential for operational efficiency, troubleshooting, and cybersecurity assurance.
Key Benefits
- Designed for Network TAP and fiber monitoring systems
- OS2 singlemode fiber for ultra-low loss and long-distance performance
- Converts 1 duplex connection into 2 duplex connections
- Directs optical signal exclusively to the receive-side (Rx) transceivers
- LC/PC duplex connectors for secure and standardized connectivity
- 5-meter length for extended installation flexibility
- Ideal for packet capture, traffic analysis, and cybersecurity monitoring
- Suitable for enterprise, SOC, and data center environments
