Panduit FW2ERLNLNSNM2.5 OM5 Fiber Optic Cable

Panduit FW2ERLNLNSNM2.5 OM5 LC Duplex 2-Fiber Riser Patch Cable

Overview

The Panduit FW2ERLNLNSNM2.5 is a pre-terminated OM5 wideband multimode fiber patch cable from the Panduit QuickNet™ line, built for structured cabling environments where installation speed and standards compliance are non-negotiable. The 2.5-meter, 2-fiber, 1.6mm duplex LC-to-LC configuration targets fiber optic patch runs inside data centers, telecommunications rooms, entrance facilities, and equipment distribution areas. Pre-terminated at both ends means no field polishing, no epoxy, no splice loss uncertainty — pull it from the bag and connect. OM5 wideband multimode (50/125µm) supports both legacy 10/40/100G applications and emerging shortwave division multiplexing (SWDM) deployments that extend usable wavelength range from 850nm to 953nm, making it a forward-compatible choice if your facility is planning density upgrades without a full fiber plant overhaul.

Compatibility

LC duplex connectors mate with any standard LC-port SFP, SFP+, or SFP28 transceiver — including those found in network switches, NVRs, and fiber-to-the-desk workstation ports. OM5 is backward compatible with OM4 and OM3 equipment; you can patch this cable into an existing OM3/OM4 plant and it will function, though the SWDM bandwidth advantage is only realized end-to-end on an OM5 link. The OFNR riser flammability rating (Optical Fiber Nonconductive Riser) meets NEC Article 770 requirements for vertical runs between floors inside a building — it is not rated for plenum (OFNP) air-handling spaces, so verify ceiling classification before routing. Standards compliance covers TIA-568.3-D, ISO/IEC 11801, and ANSI/TIA-942-B, meaning it satisfies structured cabling specifications for both commercial buildings and data center infrastructure audits.

Installation Notes

The 1.6mm cable diameter is slimmer than standard 2.0mm duplex jackets, which helps in high-density patch panels where bend radius and airflow both matter — less cable bulk in congested trays reduces the risk of exceeding minimum bend radius on adjacent runs. Sold in minimum order quantities of 10 (MOQ10); factor this into project planning if you need fewer than 10 drops, as the unit price reflects volume packaging. LC connectors ship with protective dust caps; leave caps in place until the moment of termination to protect the polished ferrule faces.