Belden Inc. HI3B0020218PC Hybrid Fiber Cable OM3

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. HI3B0020218PC is a hybrid fiber cable combining OM3 multimode optical fiber with 18 AWG copper conductors in a single plenum-rated jacket. This composite design carries both optical data signals and copper conductors through one cable run, reducing installation complexity in structured cabling and low-voltage systems. The plenum rating makes it suitable for air-handling spaces where fire and smoke propagation standards apply. Licensed low-voltage cabling technicians and electricians typically specify and install this type of hybrid assembly in commercial and institutional environments.

This cable is suited for commercial and institutional installations where fiber connectivity and copper conductors must share the same conduit or plenum pathway. The OM3 multimode fiber supports high-bandwidth data transmission over typical in-building distances. The integrated 18 AWG copper conductors can serve auxiliary functions such as control signaling or power delivery to end devices, depending on system design. The plenum-rated outer jacket meets requirements for installation in air-return ceilings, raised floors, and similar spaces governed by fire code.

Key Features

• Hybrid construction combines OM3 multimode fiber with 18 AWG copper conductors in one cable
• Plenum-rated jacket meets fire and smoke requirements for air-handling space installation
• Single cable run reduces conduit fill and simplifies pathway management
• OM3 multimode fiber supports high-bandwidth data links at standard in-building distances
• Composite design minimizes labor by eliminating separate fiber and copper pulls

Compatibility

Designed for use in composite fiber and copper cabling infrastructure where OM3 multimode fiber with integrated 18 AWG copper conductors is specified for plenum-rated pathways.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage technician or electrician in accordance with NEC Article 770 for optical fiber and applicable local codes for copper conductors. De-energize all connected systems before terminating copper conductors. Use proper fiber termination tools and observe minimum bend radius requirements for the fiber strands throughout the pull. Do not exceed the cable's rated pulling tension during installation.