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Panduit FZ2RLU1U1NNM011 OM4 LC Uniboot Fiber Patch Cord

The Panduit FZ2RLU1U1NNM011 is an 11-meter OM4 multimode fiber patch cord engineered for high-density data center and enterprise network deployments requiring 40GBASE-SR4 or 100GBASE-SR4 connectivity. This duplex cable features LC Uniboot connectors at both ends with integrated pull-boot strain relief, a compact 2.0mm cable diameter, and LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) jacketing for code-compliant installations in plenum spaces and telecommunication rooms. Part of Panduit's Opti-Core series, this patch cord delivers ultra-low insertion loss performance critical for maintaining link budget in extended 10/40/100 Gigabit Ethernet runs, and the aqua-colored jacket provides instant visual identification of OM4 infrastructure per TIA-598 color coding standards.

Key Features

  • OM4 Multimode Fiber: 50µm core supports 10Gb/s to 400m, 40/100Gb/s to 150m, optimized for VCSEL laser transmission
  • LC Uniboot Connector Design: Single-body duplex connector occupies 50% less panel space than traditional LC duplex, simplifies polarity reversal
  • Ultra-Low Insertion Loss: Exceeds TIA-568-C.3 performance requirements for consistent signal integrity across multi-hop trunk links
  • LSZH Flame-Retardant Jacket: Low smoke zero halogen construction meets IEC 60332 and EN 50267 for safe installation in occupied spaces and under-floor pathways
  • Pull-Boot Strain Relief: Integrated pull-tab design enables single-hand connector release in dense switch and patch panel environments
  • 11-Meter Precision Length: Factory-terminated to 36-foot length eliminates field splicing, ideal for rack-to-rack or cross-connect applications in structured cabling
  • Aqua Jacket Color: TIA-598-compliant visual identification prevents accidental cross-connection with OM3 (aqua) or single-mode (yellow) infrastructure
  • Type A-B Polarity: Standard straight-through pinout supports TIA-568 structured cabling with MTP-to-LC breakout cassettes

OM4 multimode fiber represents the current standard for data center optical infrastructure, delivering four times the effective modal bandwidth of legacy OM3 fiber (4700 MHz·km vs. 2000 MHz·km at 850nm). This bandwidth advantage translates directly to extended reach in 40 and 100 Gigabit Ethernet applications—the FZ2RLU1U1NNM011 supports 40GBASE-SR4 and 100GBASE-SR4 transmission distances up to 150 meters, compared to 100 meters for OM3 equivalents. For 10GBASE-SR deployments, OM4 extends reach to 400 meters while maintaining sufficient link budget for up to four mated connector pairs in the permanent link. The 50-micron core diameter optimizes coupling efficiency with 850nm VCSEL (Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Laser) transceivers commonly found in enterprise switches, storage arrays, and server NICs. Panduit's ultra-low insertion loss specification ensures that each mated connector pair contributes minimal optical power penalty—critical when calculating end-to-end loss budgets in campus backbone or storage-area-network trunks where multiple patch cords may exist in series between active equipment and MTP trunk cassettes.

The LC Uniboot connector platform solves a persistent problem in high-density switching environments: port exhaustion driven by oversized duplex LC footprints. Traditional duplex LC patch cords use two separate 1.25mm ferrules housed in a joined clip, consuming roughly 13mm of horizontal panel space per port. Panduit's Uniboot design consolidates both transmit and receive fibers into a single ruggedized connector body approximately 6.5mm wide, effectively doubling usable port density on 1U 48-port fiber panels and spine switch faceplates. The integrated pull-boot extends rearward from the connector body, providing a large grip surface for one-handed extraction from recessed panel ports—eliminating the need for needle-nose pliers or dedicated LC removal tools in crowded rack installations. For polarity management, the Uniboot platform supports tool-free A-to-B reversal by rotating the internal duplex ferrule holder 180 degrees, a feature that simplifies troubleshooting and enables rapid reconfiguration of MTP-to-LC breakout polarity schemes without re-termination. The 2.0mm cable diameter reduces bend radius and cable bundle cross-section compared to 3.0mm zipcord constructions, improving airflow in vertical cable managers and reducing strain on horizontal patch panel dress.

LSZH jacketing has become a de facto requirement in modern data center and telecommunications installations due to evolving fire safety codes and insurance underwriter mandates. Unlike PVC-jacketed cables that emit dense black smoke and hydrogen chloride gas when exposed to flame, LSZH compounds produce minimal visible smoke and no halogenated byproducts, preserving visibility for occupant egress and reducing toxic gas exposure for first responders. The FZ2RLU1U1NNM011 meets IEC 60332-1 and EN 50267 flammability and smoke density requirements, qualifying it for installation in return-air plenums (when used with plenum-rated horizontal cabling), under raised floors, and in vertical cable shafts without additional conduit in most jurisdictions. Panduit's Opti-Core manufacturing process ensures each patch cord meets ISO/IEC 11801 and TIA-568-C.3 insertion loss and return loss specifications through automated ferrule endface geometry inspection and interferometric testing at the factory. Every cable ships with serialized test results certifying compliance with TIA-604-3 (FOCIS-3) physical-contact endface geometry standards, ensuring ≤0.35 dB maximum insertion loss per mated pair and ≥20 dB return loss performance that protects sensitive transceiver optics from back-reflected optical power.

The 11-meter length of the FZ2RLU1U1NNM011 addresses a common gap in pre-terminated fiber patch cord inventories: the need for intermediate-length jumpers that span equipment rows or connect main distribution area patch panels to horizontal cross-connect cassettes without excessive service loop. This length suits rack-to-rack connections in 42U cabinet rows with ~8-10 meter physical separation, provides sufficient reach for connecting top-of-rack switches to middle-of-row aggregation switches with proper cable management slack, and eliminates the need for field splicing or fusion termination that introduces additional insertion loss and failure points. TIA-568-C.3 channel loss budgets allocate 1.5 dB total loss for 10GBASE-SR links and 1.9 dB for 40/100GBASE-SR4 links across a 100-meter structured cabling segment; the FZ2RLU1U1NNM011's ultra-low insertion loss rating (typically ≤0.25 dB per connector pair) ensures that even deployments with four or five mated connector pairs in the end-to-end path maintain sufficient margin for transceiver aging and future re-mates. This patch cord integrates seamlessly with Panduit's MTP-to-LC cassette modules, FHD and FAP fiber enclosures, and standards-based LC adapters from any manufacturer, providing drop-in compatibility with multi-vendor structured cabling systems deployed per TIA-568 or ISO/IEC 11801 architectures.

Specifications
Product Type: Fiber Optic Patch Cord
Series: Opti-Core
Fiber Type: OM4 Multimode
Fiber Count: 2 (Duplex)
Fiber Core Diameter: 50 microns
Connector Type: LC Uniboot (Both Ends)
Polarity: Type A-B
Cable Diameter: 2.0mm
Jacket Material: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
Cable Color: Aqua
Length: 11 meters (36 feet)
Insertion Loss: Ultra-Low (≤0.35 dB typical)
Pull-Boot: Yes
Standards Compliance: ISO/IEC 11801, TIA/EIA-568-C.3, TIA-604-3 (FOCIS-3), TIA-604-10 (FOCIS-10)
Flammability Rating: IEC 60332-1, EN 50267
RoHS Compliant: Yes (2002/95/EC)
Package Quantity: 1
Type: Fiber Patch Cord
Connectivity: LC Duplex
Form Factor: Uniboot
Sub Brand: Opti-Core™
Color: Aqua
Connector 1: LC Duplex
Connector 2: LC Duplex
Length Ft: 36
Length M: 11
Carton Qty: 10
Package Qty: 1
Standards: Conforme RoHS. Répond aux normes (ou les surpasse) ISO/IEC 11801, TIA/EIA-568-C.3,TIA-604-3 (FOCIS-3), TIA-604-10 (FOCIS-10). Tous les composants du cordon de raccordement répondent aux exigences de la directive 2002/95/CE.
Upc: 61305680746
Cable Category: fiber-optic-systems
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