Panduit F91ERB1B1SNM003 Opti-Core 3-Meter OS2 Single-Mode LC Simplex APC Fiber Optic Patch Cord

The Panduit F91ERB1B1SNM003 is a 3-meter OS2 single-mode fiber optic patch cord engineered for high-bandwidth, low-latency network deployments in commercial security and enterprise IT environments. Part of Panduit's Opti-Core product line, this cable features LC simplex APC (angled physical contact) connectors on both ends, delivering superior return loss performance and reduced back-reflection critical for long-distance surveillance backhauls, IP camera networks, and NVR-to-switch interconnects. The yellow jacket provides instant visual identification of single-mode cabling in dense rack environments, while OFNR riser-rated construction meets commercial building codes for vertical cable runs between floors.

Key Features

OS2 single-mode fiber core supports distances up to 10km at 10Gb/s, 40km at 1Gb/s

LC simplex APC connectors on both ends minimize insertion loss and back-reflection

3-meter (9.84 ft) length ideal for rack-to-rack or patch panel connections

Yellow jacket for single-mode cable identification per industry color standards

OFNR riser-rated jacket meets NEC requirements for vertical commercial runs

9/125μm fiber geometry ensures compatibility with OS2 infrastructure

Opti-Core construction delivers consistent performance across temperature extremes

Factory-terminated and tested for plug-and-play deployment

OS2 single-mode fiber is the standard for surveillance and security network backhaul, where multi-gigabit camera streams demand both high bandwidth and extended reach beyond copper's 100-meter limitation. The APC (angled physical contact) connector design incorporates an 8-degree ferrule endface angle that directs reflected light into the cladding rather than back toward the source—critical when connecting to high-power laser transceivers in 10G SFP+ modules or DWDM systems. Typical insertion loss for this cable is less than 0.3dB, with return loss exceeding 60dB, ensuring stable link margins even on fully-loaded multi-camera network segments. The 9/125μm core/cladding geometry is backward-compatible with legacy Gigabit Ethernet optics while future-proofing infrastructure for 25G/40G/100G upgrades.

In IP surveillance deployments, this 3-meter patch cord connects network switches to fiber distribution panels, links PoE media converters to backbone switches, or provides short-haul connections between NVR appliances and SAN storage arrays. The riser-rated OFNR jacket is UL-certified for installation in vertical risers, cable trays, and plenum-adjacent spaces without requiring conduit—a cost-saver on multi-floor retrofit projects where running cable between IDFs is unavoidable. The yellow jacket matches TIA-598C color coding for single-mode fiber, preventing accidental cross-connection with multimode (typically orange or aqua) during rack installs or troubleshooting. Field techs appreciate the simplex LC form factor for its small footprint in high-density patch panels, and the push-pull connector latching mechanism allows tool-free insertion and removal even in tight spaces behind rack-mounted equipment.

Panduit's Opti-Core fiber optic cables are factory-terminated and individually tested to exceed TIA-568 performance standards, shipping with dust caps to protect connector endfaces during storage and installation. Unlike field-terminated solutions that introduce variability in polish quality and alignment, pre-terminated patch cords eliminate the risk of fiber contamination or improper connector geometry that can degrade link performance or damage transceiver optics. For integrators managing large-scale surveillance builds, specifying factory-terminated Panduit fiber ensures consistent insertion loss across hundreds of connections, simplifies warranty claims when a cable tests bad, and reduces on-site labor compared to fusion splicing or mechanical termination. This 3-meter length hits the sweet spot for structured cabling installs—long enough to route cleanly through cable managers and avoid tension, short enough to minimize attenuation on short links.