Panduit FS2RPU1U1NNM2.5 OM4+ LC Uniboot Patch Cord

Panduit FS2RPU1U1NNM2.5 Signature Core OM4+ Fiber Patch Cord

The Panduit FS2RPU1U1NNM2.5 is a 2.5-meter OM4+ multimode fiber patch cord engineered for 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet deployments in data centers, telecom rooms, and structured cabling cross-connects. Built on Panduit's Signature Core™ platform, this duplex cord features uniboot LC connectors at both ends, plenum-rated (OFNP) jacketing, and ultra-low insertion loss performance that extends channel reach beyond standard OM4 specifications. The aqua jacket provides instant visual identification of OM4+ cabling per TIA-598-D color codes, while the uniboot design reduces patch-panel congestion by 50% compared to traditional duplex LC boots.

Key Features

• OM4+ 50/125μm laser-optimized multimode fiber supports 40GBASE-SR4 to 150m and 100GBASE-SR4 to 125m
• Uniboot LC duplex connectors with integrated pull-tab enable tool-free polarity reversal in seconds
• Ultra-low insertion loss (typically <0.15 dB) maximizes link budget and extends effective channel length
• Plenum-rated OFNP jacket meets NEC Article 770 for installation in air-handling spaces without conduit
• Signature Core construction delivers <0.10 dB insertion loss variation across temperature cycling (-20°C to +70°C)
• Pre-terminated and 100% factory tested to TIA-568-C.3 and ISO/IEC 11801 Ed. 2.2 performance standards
• Aqua jacket color conforms to TIA-598-D coding for instant OM4+ identification in mixed-fiber environments
• RoHS 2002/95/EC compliant with lead-free connector ferrules and low-smoke zero-halogen materials available

Panduit Signature Core OM4+ fiber delivers the bandwidth density and reach required for spine-leaf data center fabrics, 40G/100G server connectivity, and high-density SAN storage arrays. The 50μm graded-index core is laser-optimized for 850nm VCSEL transceivers, providing 4,700 MHz·km effective modal bandwidth—exceeding OM4's 3,500 MHz·km baseline by 34%. This extended bandwidth translates to longer channel distances at 40G and 100G speeds: the FS2RPU1U1NNM2.5 supports 100GBASE-SR4 links to 125 meters versus OM4's 100-meter limit, critical when spanning multiple equipment rows or connecting remote telecommunications rooms. Ultra-low insertion loss is achieved through precision ceramic ferrule geometry (endface radius of curvature within 10-25mm), automated polishing to <0.5° fiber angle, and factory inspection via automated interferometry. Each connector is tested for return loss (>40 dB typical) and insertion loss, with results logged to batch-level quality records. The uniboot LC connector consolidates two fibers into a single compact housing with an integrated pull-boot that exposes the duplex clip for polarity swaps—eliminating the need to disconnect both ends or use external tools. For BiDi transceiver migrations or Tx/Rx reversals during troubleshooting, technicians simply pull the boot, flip the internal duplex connector 180°, and snap it back into place in under 10 seconds per cord.

The 2.5-meter (8.2 ft) length is optimized for rack-to-rack connections within the same row, patch-panel-to-switch uplinks, and entrance-facility cross-connects where cable management pathways add 1-2 meters of slack beyond the horizontal distance. Plenum OFNP jacketing uses a fluoropolymer blend that meets NFPA 262 (UL 910) flame-propagation and smoke-density limits, allowing direct installation in drop ceilings, raised floors, and HVAC plenums without metal conduit—reducing material cost and simplifying MAC operations. The aqua jacket is a 900μm tight-buffered construction with aramid yarn strength members and a rip cord for controlled jacket removal during terminations or repairs. In mixed OM3/OM4/OM4+ installations, the aqua color provides instant visual verification during audits, preventing accidental cross-patching that would degrade a 100G link to OM3's 70-meter distance limit. Signature Core patch cords are backed by Panduit's PanView™ iQ online tool for real-time inventory tracking via QR-code labels, enabling infrastructure managers to log cable IDs, test results, and deployment locations into a centralized DCIM platform. The FS2RPU1U1NNM2.5 ships as a single cord in a protective plastic bag, with 10 cords per carton for bulk deployments.

Compliance certifications include TIA-568-C.3 (Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard), ISO/IEC 11801 Edition 2.2 (Generic Cabling for Customer Premises), TIA-604-3 (FOCIS-3 SC connector standard referenced for LC geometry), and TIA-604-10 (FOCIS-10 LC duplex connector). The cord meets RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC for restricted substance limits, UL 910 (NFPA 262) for plenum flame testing, and IEC 61754-20 for LC connector durability (>500 mating cycles). All materials are manufactured in ISO 9001:2015-certified facilities with full material traceability for conflict-minerals compliance. For data center operators building 40G/100G leaf-spine fabrics or IT teams deploying 25G server NICs in VMware clusters, the FS2RPU1U1NNM2.5 eliminates the insertion-loss margin anxiety that comes with generic OM4 cords—delivering a guaranteed 0.10 dB cushion that supports longer runs, higher fan-out ratios, and future 100G-to-400G transceiver upgrades without re-cabling the physical layer.