Panduit FX2ERLNSNSNM001 OM3 Fiber Patch Cord
1-meter OM3 multimode duplex patch cord with LC to SC connectors, factory-terminated and tested to deliver standard insertion loss for 10GBASE-SR interconnects. The aqua jacketed cable uses 50/125 µm laser-optimized fiber and OFNR-rated 1.6 mm buffered construction, making it suitable for riser pathways in commercial telecom rooms, equipment distribution areas, and horizontal fiber-to-the-desk deployments. This is a direct-connect jumper—not a breakout or trunk—designed for point-to-point links between cassettes, patch panels, switch ports, and media converters where LC and SC interfaces need to mate.
Key Features
- OM3 50/125 µm laser-optimized multimode fiber for 10 Gb/s Ethernet at distances up to 300 meters
- LC duplex (connector 1) to SC duplex (connector 2) interface—common in mixed-generation installs where older SC panels interconnect with newer LC switch ports
- 1 meter overall length (3.2 ft)—ideal for short rack or cabinet jumpers where patch-panel-to-switch or cassette-to-equipment distances are minimal
- OFNR (Optical Fiber Nonconductive Riser) flame rating per NEC Article 770—approved for vertical riser runs between floors, but not plenum spaces
- 1.6 mm buffered cable jacket in aqua color per TIA-598-C OM3 identification standard
- Factory-terminated with standard insertion loss—each connector pair tested before shipment to ensure performance within TIA-568-C.3 limits
- Part of Panduit's Opti-Core fiber system—designed to integrate with Opti-Core cassettes, panels, and enclosures for end-to-end pathway continuity
- Meets ISO/IEC 11801, TIA/EIA-568-C.3, TIA-604-3 (FOCIS-3 for SC), and TIA-604-10 (FOCIS-10 for LC) standards
This patch cord addresses a common datacenter and telecom-room scenario: you have legacy SC-interface equipment or patch panels installed years ago, and you're adding newer switches or storage arrays with LC ports. Rather than replace entire panels or use duplex SC-to-LC conversion modules (which add insertion loss and failure points), this direct LC-SC jumper provides a single-segment path. The 1-meter length keeps slack manageable in tight rack environments—long enough to route around cable managers or reach adjacent racks, short enough to avoid excessive service loops that create congestion and bend-radius violations.
OM3 fiber is laser-optimized for 850 nm VCSEL transceivers used in 10GBASE-SR applications. It supports 10 Gb/s up to 300 meters, which covers the vast majority of horizontal and backbone runs in commercial buildings. The 50 µm core diameter and optimized modal bandwidth (2000 MHz·km at 850 nm minimum) ensure low differential mode delay, which is critical for high-speed signaling. If you're running 1G today but planning a 10G migration, OM3 provides that headroom without requiring a forklift upgrade of the passive plant.
The OFNR jacket rating means this cable has passed UL 1666 riser flame tests—it self-extinguishes and limits flame spread in vertical shafts. It is not plenum-rated (that would be OFNP), so it cannot be installed in air-handling spaces without conduit. For raised-floor or drop-ceiling plenums, you need the OFNP variant. For risers, telecom closets, and equipment rooms with solid barriers, OFNR is code-compliant and more cost-effective than plenum cable. The 1.6 mm buffered jacket provides modest crush and abrasion protection during installation and moves-adds-changes; it is not armored or ruggedized for industrial or outdoor environments.
Factory termination ensures both LC and SC connectors are polished to physical-contact (PC) geometry and tested for insertion loss before the cable leaves the factory. This eliminates the variability and labor cost of field termination, and it guarantees you'll meet TIA-568-C.3's 0.75 dB maximum channel insertion-loss budget (connector + cable) for multimode links. Each connector is individually inspected, and the duplex pair is keyed and strain-relieved to prevent pull-out during repeated mating cycles. SC connectors use push-pull latches; LC connectors use modular RJ-style latches—both are tool-free and designed for hundreds of insertion cycles without degradation.
Ships in single-unit packaging (10 units per carton). UPC 07498373051. Covered by Panduit's standard manufacturer warranty. For installations requiring plenum rating, longer lengths, or different connector combinations (LC-LC, SC-SC, MPO), consult the Opti-Core product selector or contact your Panduit representative for the correct MPN.
