Panduit FZ2ERQ1Q1SNM1.5 OM4 Multimode LC Fiber Cord

Panduit FZ2ERQ1Q1SNM1.5 Opti-Core OM4 LC Duplex Fiber Patch Cord

The Panduit FZ2ERQ1Q1SNM1.5 delivers factory-terminated OM4 multimode fiber connectivity for 10G, 40G, and 100G network deployments. This 1.5-meter patch cord features LC duplex connectors on both ends, aqua jacket color-coding for instant OM4 identification, and riser (OFNR) flammability rating for vertical cable runs between floors. Pre-terminated construction eliminates field termination variability and provides consistent insertion loss performance critical for high-speed optical links in data centers, telecom rooms, and SAN storage networks.

Key Features

• OM4 50/125μm multimode fiber supports 10GBASE-SR up to 550m, 40GBASE-SR4 up to 150m, and 100GBASE-SR10 up to 150m
• LC duplex push-pull connectors on both ends for high-density patch panel and switch port connectivity
• Aqua jacket color adheres to TIA-598-C fiber identification standard for OM4 cable
• Factory-terminated and tested to ensure low insertion loss and return loss performance
• Riser (OFNR) flammability rating qualifies for vertical runs in non-plenum spaces
• 1.5-meter (4.92 ft) length suited for rack-to-rack or intra-rack patch applications
• Meets TIA/EIA-568-C.3, ISO/IEC 11801, TIA-604-3 (FOCIS-3), and TIA-604-10 (FOCIS-10) standards

OM4 multimode fiber is the backbone of modern 10G and 40G enterprise networks, offering four times the bandwidth-distance performance of OM3 fiber. The FZ2ERQ1Q1SNM1.5 uses laser-optimized 50μm core fiber that supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet at distances up to 550 meters and 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet at 150 meters—sufficient for nearly all intra-building and campus backbone applications. The aqua jacket color provides instant visual identification in crowded pathways and simplifies moves, adds, and changes when technicians need to trace links quickly. Factory termination guarantees consistent connector geometry and end-face polish that meets the tight insertion loss budgets required for 40G and 100G parallel optics, where field termination variability can push links out of specification.

LC duplex connectors dominate high-density fiber deployments because their small form factor allows twice the port density of SC connectors in the same panel space. The push-pull latching mechanism enables one-handed insertion and extraction in tight rack spaces, and the duplex clip keeps transmit and receive fibers paired for correct polarity. Panduit's Opti-Core line uses precision-molded connector bodies and ceramic ferrules aligned to sub-micron tolerances, ensuring reliable physical contact in the connector mating plane. This matters for OM4 links operating at 10G and above, where even a 0.5 dB insertion loss penalty can degrade bit error rates or reduce link margins below acceptable thresholds. The 1.5-meter length is ideal for top-of-rack switch uplinks to aggregation switches in adjacent racks, or for cross-connects within a single telecom room where longer patch cords would create cable management problems.

Riser-rated OFNR jacket construction meets NEC Article 770 requirements for general-purpose cable runs in vertical shafts and risers between floors, provided those spaces are not used for environmental air handling. For horizontal distribution in office areas or data halls, OFNR cables are compliant and cost-effective. If your application involves plenum spaces above drop ceilings or underfloor air plenums, you will need OFNP-rated cables instead—consult local AHJ requirements before specifying. The riser jacket also provides mechanical protection during installation pulls and guards against abrasion in cable trays and conduit. Panduit's cable construction includes aramid yarn strength members that prevent over-tensioning of the glass fibers during installation, preserving the optical performance verified at the factory.

Compliance with TIA/EIA-568-C.3 and ISO/IEC 11801 ensures this patch cord integrates seamlessly into structured cabling systems designed to those standards. TIA-604-3 (FOCIS-3) and TIA-604-10 (FOCIS-10) govern the physical dimensions and optical performance of SC and LC connectors, respectively, so adherence to FOCIS-10 guarantees interoperability with any standards-compliant LC equipment port or adapter. This is critical in multi-vendor environments where switches, transceivers, patch panels, and cassettes come from different manufacturers—non-compliant connector geometry can cause high insertion loss, intermittent links, or physical damage to mating ports. Panduit's factory test process verifies insertion loss, return loss, and end-face geometry on every connector before the cable ships, and test results are available on request for projects requiring per-cable certification.