Panduit FS2RPU1U1NNM013 13-Meter OM4+ Duplex LC Uniboot Fiber Optic Patch Cord
The Panduit FS2RPU1U1NNM013 is a 13-meter (42.65 ft) OM4+ multimode fiber optic patch cord engineered for high-density datacenter and telecommunications room deployments. Featuring duplex LC uniboot connectors with pull-boot design on both ends, this plenum-rated (OFNP) cable delivers ultra-low insertion loss performance while consuming half the port space of traditional duplex LC patch cords. Part of Panduit's Signature Core™ product line, it supports 40GBASE-SR4 and 100GBASE-SR4 applications up to 150 meters and provides headroom for future 100G+ migrations. The 13-meter length is purpose-built for inter-rack cross-connects, equipment-to-distributor runs, and telecommunications room horizontal connections where standard 1-3 meter jumpers fall short.
Key Features
- OM4+ 50-micron multimode fiber with ultra-low insertion loss for 40G/100G readiness
- Duplex LC uniboot connectors reduce port consumption by 50% vs. traditional duplex LC
- Pull-boot design enables toolless removal in high-density patch panels
- Plenum-rated (OFNP) jacket meets NEC Article 770 for air-handling space installation
- 13-meter length bridges inter-rack and cross-connect gaps in datacenter hot/cold aisle layouts
- Aqua jacket color follows TIA-598-C OM4 multimode fiber identification standards
- Signature Core™ construction delivers <0.35 dB insertion loss typical
OM4+ fiber extends the performance envelope of standard OM4 multimode by tightening overfilled launch (OFL) bandwidth specifications and reducing modal dispersion, which translates to lower bit-error rates in 40G/100G SR4 parallel optics applications. The FS2RPU1U1NNM013's ultra-low insertion loss—typically under 0.35 dB per mated pair—preserves optical budget in multi-span links and allows system designers to allocate more loss budget to splices, cassettes, and future expansion points. The 50-micron core diameter is optimized for 850nm VCSEL transceivers used in short-reach datacenter optics (40GBASE-SR4, 100GBASE-SR4, 400GBASE-SR8), and the 50/125 micron core/cladding ratio ensures compatibility with legacy 10GBASE-SR equipment while future-proofing for next-generation parallel optics. Panduit's manufacturing process includes automated connector polishing and interferometric end-face inspection, which keeps return loss below -30 dB and eliminates the reflective peaks that cause signal degradation in high-speed links.
In high-density datacenter environments, the duplex LC uniboot connector footprint is a critical advantage: a 96-port 1U patch panel populated with uniboot patch cords delivers the same port count as a traditional duplex LC panel while reducing cable bundle diameter by approximately 30%, which improves airflow in cable management pathways and simplifies moves/adds/changes. The 13-meter length maps to common datacenter topologies—end-of-row switch to mid-row server racks, core switch to distribution switch in a two-tier architecture, or telecommunications room floor distributor to equipment rack cross-connects. The pull-boot mechanism locks into place during installation to prevent accidental disconnects from cable tray tension, then releases with a simple pinch-and-pull motion, eliminating the need for needle-nose pliers or latch-release tools that risk fiber end-face damage in densely populated panels. Plenum rating is mandatory for cable routed through drop ceilings, raised floors, HVAC plenums, and other air-handling spaces per NEC 770.113(A), and the OFNP jacket's low smoke and flame-spread characteristics meet or exceed UL 910 (Steiner Tunnel Test) requirements without requiring conduit in most jurisdictions.
The FS2RPU1U1NNM013 is RoHS compliant and meets or exceeds ISO/IEC 11801, TIA-568.3-D, TIA-604-3 (FOCIS-3 LC connector interface), and TIA-604-10 (FOCIS-10 duplex connector alignment) standards, ensuring interoperability with all standards-compliant transceivers and structured cabling systems. Panduit's Signature Core™ line is backed by factory end-face inspection reports and component-level traceability, which simplifies warranty claims and provides auditable documentation for Uptime Institute Tier III/IV datacenter certification. For integrators managing 40G/100G spine-leaf deployments, OM4+ infrastructure removes the bandwidth ceiling that forces premature rip-and-replace cycles—this cable supports 100GBASE-SR4 at 150 meters today and will continue to support 200G/400G parallel optics applications within the same distance envelope as transceiver technology evolves, protecting the labor and material investment in behind-the-panel infrastructure that accounts for 60-70% of total fiber deployment cost.
