Belden Inc. FS1H096NG OM1 96-fiber Osp Fiber Optic Cable

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. FS1H096NG is a hardened loose-tube fiber optic cable built to OM1 multimode specifications with a 96-fiber count for outside plant (OSP) installations. Hardened loose-tube construction protects individual fibers from moisture, temperature swing, and mechanical stress in buried or aerial runs. The 96-fiber count supports high-density backbone routing between buildings, campus nodes, or utility distribution points. This cable is specified and installed by licensed low-voltage contractors, fiber splicing technicians, and outside plant crews on commercial and industrial projects.

The FS1H096NG is suited for outside plant applications where a high fiber count and environmental protection are required. Typical installation scenarios include campus backbone runs, direct-buried conduit, aerial lashing, and building entry points where the cable transitions from an outdoor to an indoor environment. Its hardened construction makes it appropriate for installations exposed to direct sunlight, temperature extremes, or ground moisture. Indoor-to-outdoor transition points should use an appropriate rated transition sleeve or splice enclosure per local fire and building codes.

Key Features

• OM1 multimode fiber classification supports legacy and active multimode network equipment
• 96-fiber count enables high-density backbone cabling in a single cable run
• Hardened loose-tube construction provides mechanical and environmental protection for OSP use
• Outside plant rated for buried, conduit, and aerial deployment
• Sold as a single unit (EA) for straightforward procurement

Compatibility

Designed as an OSP-rated hardened loose-tube multimode fiber optic cable suitable for outside plant backbone infrastructure applications requiring OM1 multimode fiber at 96-fiber count.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by qualified fiber optic technicians or licensed low-voltage contractors familiar with OSP cabling practices. Follow all applicable local, national, and building codes for outside plant and indoor-outdoor transition installations. Minimum bend radius and maximum tensile load ratings must be observed during pulling to avoid microbend damage to fibers. Proper weatherproof splice enclosures and conduit seals should be used at all transition and termination points to maintain the environmental protection rating of the installation.