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Blue duplex LC fiber optic coupler, two female ports each side

Tripp Lite

Tripp Lite N455-000-S-PM data adapter LC

SKU CH-BD3H-6VTPK MPN N455-000-S-PM

Duplex singlemode fibre coupler joins two LC patch cables for network links

  • Adapter typeLC
  • Product colorBlue
  • DetailsConnector on First End:2 x LC Female Network Connector on Se
  • Singlemode fibre link ready with duplex LC coupler
  • Blue housing identifies singlemode patching at a glance
  • Two LC female ports connect patch cables directly
  • Passive design needs no power or configuration
  • Tripp Lite build quality for reliable network joins

What this adapter is

The Tripp Lite N455-000-S-PM is a duplex fibre optic coupler designed for singlemode networks. It connects two LC female connectors on each end to extend or join cable runs. Network installers and IT teams use it to bridge patch cords in structured cabling systems.

What the LC duplex coupling changes

The LC/LC duplex alignment allows two fibres to be joined in a single compact unit while maintaining correct polarity. Its blue housing identifies singlemode performance at a glance. The coupler adds no active electronics, so it introduces no latency or power requirements.

Singlemode fibre compatibility decides fit

This coupler is built exclusively for singlemode fibre with LC connectors. It will not work with multimode cable or SC, ST, or MTP interfaces. Buyers needing multimode links or different connector types must choose a different coupler.

How it compares

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Price $20.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTripp Lite
Model nameN455-000-S-PM
Product colorBlue
Adapter typeLC
Size & build
Shipping weight0.01 kg
Package size152 × 124 × 23 mm

Questions about this item

Will the LC ferrules need periodic cleaning or replacement as the coupler ages?

The LC ferrules are passive ceramic sleeves; they do not wear out, but dust caps should be used when idle and the faces cleaned with a lint-free wipe and isopropyl alcohol before each reconnect.

What limits insertion loss when the coupler is used continuously in a singlemode link?

Insertion loss is set by the factory-polished LC ceramic ferrules and the alignment sleeve; it remains constant as long as the end faces stay clean and the connectors are fully seated.

Does the coupler generate any heat or draw power when the link runs all day?

The coupler is a passive mechanical device with no electronics, so it produces zero heat and consumes zero power regardless of how long the optical signal passes through it.

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