Belden Inc. FD4D012F9 OM4 12-fiber Distribution Cable

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. FD4D012F9 is an OM4 multimode fiber optic distribution cable rated for indoor use. Distribution-style fiber cables are designed for backbone and horizontal runs inside commercial and industrial buildings, delivering high-bandwidth optical pathways between network equipment rooms, telecommunications closets, and endpoint devices. The OM4 fiber classification supports high-speed data transmission at extended distances compared to OM3, making this cable well suited for 10G, 40G, and 100G network applications. The 12-fiber count provides a multi-strand pathway in a single jacket, reducing conduit congestion on dense runs. Licensed low-voltage and data communications contractors are the primary installers of this product.

This cable is intended for indoor fiber optic infrastructure in commercial, institutional, and industrial environments. Typical applications include intra-building backbone runs, structured cabling risers, and horizontal distribution segments within data centers, campus networks, and enterprise LAN environments. The distribution construction allows for direct termination at patch panels or fiber enclosures without the need for breakout furcation tubing in many installations.

Key Features

• OM4 multimode fiber classification supports 10G, 40G, and 100G Ethernet applications
• 12-fiber count consolidates multiple strands in a single indoor-rated cable
• Distribution-style construction allows direct termination at fiber panels and enclosures
• Indoor-rated jacket suitable for building riser and horizontal pathway installations
• Sold individually as a single unit (EA)

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style indoor distribution fiber optic cable compatible with standard OM4 multimode fiber termination hardware, patch panels, and enclosures used in commercial structured cabling systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage or data communications contractor familiar with TIA-568 structured cabling standards. De-energize and power down any active equipment connected to the fiber pathway before splicing or terminating. Observe the cable minimum bend radius during pulling and routing to avoid fiber damage or signal degradation. Follow local building and fire codes regarding plenum or riser jacket requirements for the specific installation zone.