Panduit FS2RLU1U1NNM3.5 OM4+ LC Uniboot 3.5m Fiber Cord

Panduit FS2RLU1U1NNM3.5 OM4+ LC Uniboot Fiber Patch Cord

The Panduit FS2RLU1U1NNM3.5 delivers OM4+ multimode fiber performance in a space-saving LC Uniboot form factor for high-density datacenter and enterprise installations. This 3.5-meter duplex patch cord features Signature Core™ precision-polished connectors with ultra-low insertion loss, a slim 2.0mm LSZH jacket for plenum compliance, and pull-boot strain relief at both terminations. Designed for 40G/100G optical links, it addresses the dual challenge of maintaining signal integrity while minimizing congestion in crowded patch panels and cable trays—critical when deploying IP camera aggregation switches, fiber-fed access points, or backbone connections between security equipment racks.

Key Features

• OM4+ multimode fiber rated for 40GBASE-SR4 at 150m, 100GBASE-SR4 at 100m
• LC Uniboot connectors reduce patch panel footprint by 50% vs. standard duplex LC
• Ultra-low insertion loss (<0.15 dB typical) maximizes link budget on multi-span runs
• 2.0mm LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) jacket meets IEC 60332-1 flame test, UL 1666 riser rating
• Signature Core™ manufacturing ensures <0.5 dB return loss, <55 dB crosstalk
• Pull-boot strain relief at both ends protects fiber from bend-radius violations during install
• 3.5-meter length suits rack-to-adjacent-rack or intra-row datacenter connections
• Aqua jacket color (OM4 standard) for instant visual identification in mixed-fiber environments
• Factory-terminated and tested to TIA-568.3-D, ISO/IEC 11801, IEC 61754-20 standards

The FS2RLU1U1NNM3.5 uses Panduit's Signature Core technology—a precision polishing and inspection process that holds endface geometry to sub-micron tolerances. Each connector ships with <0.15 dB insertion loss and >50 dB return loss, verified at 850nm and 1300nm wavelengths. This performance headroom is essential when cascading multiple connections (patch panel to switch, switch to media converter, converter to SFP+ transceiver) in security installations where IP cameras, NVRs, and PoE++ switches communicate over fiber backhaul. The OM4+ fiber core (50/125 µm) supports 10GBASE-SR at 550 meters, 40GBASE-SR4 at 150 meters, and 100GBASE-SR4 at 100 meters—bandwidth ceiling that future-proofs installations as camera resolutions climb from 4K to 8K and edge analytics nodes demand higher throughput. The 2.0mm reduced-diameter jacket allows 40% more cables per conduit compared to standard 3.0mm cordage, critical in retrofit projects where existing pathways are at capacity.

LC Uniboot termination consolidates the transmit and receive fibers into a single-body connector that occupies half the panel space of traditional duplex LC. In high-density security operations centers where dozens of fiber links converge at a central aggregation switch, this footprint reduction translates to cleaner patch fields, fewer accidental disconnections during adds/moves/changes, and easier visual tracing. The integrated pull-boot—molded directly onto the connector body—provides 90-degree strain relief, preventing kink damage when cables route sharply out of crowded panels. The LSZH jacket is non-negotiable for indoor installations governed by NEC Article 770 (optical fiber cables) or international equivalents: during a fire event, it emits minimal smoke and zero corrosive halogen gas, protecting both personnel and sensitive electronics in server rooms, telecom closets, and above-ceiling plenum spaces. The 3.5-meter length is purpose-cut for scenarios like connecting adjacent racks in the same row (typical 42U rack depth 1.2m + aisle 1.2m + cable slack 1.1m ≈ 3.5m), eliminating the service loops and cable-management bulk that come with oversized 5m or 10m cords.

The Panduit FS2RLU1U1NNM3.5 is engineered for integrators who need verifiable performance data rather than generic "tested to work" claims. Every cord ships with insertion-loss and return-loss test results traceable to factory serial numbers, satisfying customer acceptance testing requirements and TIA-606-C documentation standards. When your fiber backbone must support both today's 10G IP camera traffic and tomorrow's 40G analytics workloads—while fitting into the physical and regulatory constraints of existing infrastructure—this patch cord delivers the measured performance, safety compliance, and space efficiency the job demands.