{"product_id":"lc-duplex-clips-pack-of-25-49886-dls","title":"Leviton LC Duplex Clips (Pack of 25) 49886-DLS","description":"[pdf] \u003cembed type=\"application\/pdf\" height=\"\" width=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/7895\/7412\/files\/leviton_da454c14-0ba6-450b-943a-2da08b82d85c.pdf?v=1699271568\"\u003e [\/pdf]\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__options__wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image_instructions\" id=\"image_instructions\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLC duplex clips are small plastic clips that are used to join two LC (Lucent Connector) fiber optic connectors together. These connectors are widely used in telecommunications and data networking for connecting SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) transceivers, fiber optic patch panels, and other optical fiber equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese clips are a small but crucial component in fiber optic installations, ensuring that duplex connections are secure and correctly aligned. Regardless of the name, the key point is that these clips are designed to maintain the proper orientation of LC connectors when they are used in a duplex configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Applications:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Data Centers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e LC duplex clips are widely used in data centers to manage fiber optic connections between servers, switches, storage devices, and other networking equipment. They ensure that connections are secure and that polarity is maintained, which is crucial for data integrity and speed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Telecommunications: I\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003en telecom facilities, these clips are utilized to organize and maintain the numerous fiber optic connections that handle voice, data, and video transmissions across the network.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Networking Equipment\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDuplex clips are used with LC connectors on networking equipment such as routers, switches, and optical transceivers like SFPs (Small Form-factor Pluggables), where maintaining the correct transmit (Tx) and receive (Rx) orientation is necessary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e•Fiber Patch Panels: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn fiber patch panels and distribution frames, duplex clips hold LC connectors in place, making sure that they are easy to identify and do not come loose, which can disrupt network service.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Office Buildings:\u003c\/strong\u003e For in-building fiber optic networks that provide internet and other services to various offices, LC duplex clips ensure that connections between floors and workstations are stable and reliable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Polarity Management:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThey ensure that the correct orientation is maintained between the two fiber connectors, which is essential for duplex communication where one fiber is used for transmitting data and the other for receiving.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Secure Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe clips provide a secure physical connection between a pair of LC connectors, preventing them from being accidentally disconnected or loosely fitted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Easy to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e LC duplex clips are designed for ease of use; they can be easily snapped onto LC connectors without the need for tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Reusability: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are typically made from durable plastic materials that can withstand multiple uses. The clips can be removed and reused when changing cable configurations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Color Coding: \u003c\/strong\u003eLC duplex clips often come in different colors, which can be used to identify different types of fibers (such as single-mode or multimode) or to differentiate various connections within a network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStandards:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIEC 61754-20: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is the International Electrotechnical Commission's standard for the family of LC connectors. It defines the standard dimensions and requirements that ensure interoperability between products from different manufacturers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTIA-604-10 (FOCIS 10): \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis standard by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) specifies the connector intermateability, including the clip that holds duplex connectors together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEN 50377-15-1: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis European standard specifies connector sets and interconnect components to be used in optical fiber communication systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecification:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eColor :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLC Duplex Clip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConstruction:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLC duplex clips are typically a single piece of molded plastic that has a simple yet precise design. They consist of two small, rounded clips connected by a central bridge or spine. Each clip is designed to snap onto an LC connector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe construction of LC duplex clips is relatively straightforward yet carefully designed to ensure they fulfill their role effectively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leviton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44083328417946,"sku":"49886-DLS","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/7895\/7412\/files\/94_90f778c6-db55-47ae-adc8-b8ab7d352065.png?v=1762983700","url":"https:\/\/nassaunationalcable.com\/en-ca\/products\/lc-duplex-clips-pack-of-25-49886-dls","provider":"NassauNationalCable","version":"1.0","type":"link"}