Description

The PANDUIT FONLX48Y is a 48-fiber OM3 multimode fiber optic cable assembly rated for both indoor and outdoor installation environments. Built around 50-micron OM3-grade glass fiber, this assembly supports high-bandwidth applications including 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 40GbE, and 100GbE backbone runs. The 48-fiber count makes it well suited for high-density structured cabling installations in data centers, enterprise campuses, and industrial facilities. Licensed low-voltage contractors and network infrastructure technicians are the primary installers for this type of assembly.

This cable assembly is designed for installations that transition between indoor and outdoor environments, such as conduit runs from equipment rooms to exterior buildings or inter-building backbone pathways. The OM3 50-micron fiber grade meets TIA-492AAAC performance standards and supports laser-optimized transmission. It is appropriate for horizontal or backbone cabling in commercial and enterprise network infrastructure where a single continuous run must comply with both indoor plenum or riser requirements and outdoor exposure conditions.

Key Features

48-fiber count supports high-density backbone and inter-building runs
OM3 50-micron multimode fiber rated for 10GbE, 40GbE, and 100GbE applications
Indoor-outdoor rated construction allows a single cable to span mixed environments without a transition splice
Laser-optimized fiber core reduces modal dispersion over extended distances
Sold as a single unit (EA) per the manufacturer packaging designation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style fiber optic cable assembly for use in OM3 multimode structured cabling systems requiring indoor-outdoor rated 48-fiber backbone solutions.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage contractor or qualified network cabling technician familiar with TIA-568 structured cabling standards. De-energize any connected active equipment before terminating or splicing fiber ends. Observe the manufacturer minimum bend radius during pulling and routing to avoid fiber damage. Outdoor segments installed in conduit should comply with applicable local electrical and building codes regarding conduit fill and weatherproofing at entry points.