Panduit FC2WA-24-10B1 Opticom Fiber Cassette OM5

Product Description

The PANDUIT FC2WA-24-10B1 is an Opticom fiber optic cassette configured for OM5 wideband multimode fiber. It houses two MPO/12 connectors, providing a 24-fiber backbone interface in a compact, pre-terminated module format. The cassette plugs into compatible fiber patch panels or enclosures, converting MPO trunk connections to individual LC or other front-facing ports depending on the loaded configuration. Network technicians and low-voltage cabling installers use this cassette to build structured cabling infrastructure in data centers, enterprise switch rooms, and high-density fiber distribution points. OM5 fiber supports short-wavelength division multiplexing (SWDM) and is rated for 100G and beyond applications over multimode distances.

This cassette is suited for high-density structured fiber cabling installations where OM5 backbone trunks terminate into a patching zone. The 2x MPO/12 rear interface consolidates 24 fibers into a manageable cassette footprint, making it a standard building block for modular fiber panels in both new construction and retrofit data center environments. Installations typically involve sliding the cassette into a compatible PANDUIT Opticom panel or enclosure chassis and connecting pre-terminated MPO trunk cables at the rear.

Key Features

• OM5 wideband multimode fiber type supports SWDM and high-speed multimode transmission
• Dual MPO/12 rear connectors consolidate 24 fibers per cassette
• Pre-terminated modular design reduces installation time versus field-terminated solutions
• Cassette form factor integrates into compatible Opticom panel enclosures for scalable builds
• Single unit per package allows incremental population of fiber panels as capacity grows

Compatibility

Designed for use with PANDUIT Opticom modular fiber panel enclosures that accept cassette-style modules. Specific enclosure compatibility should be verified against PANDUIT Opticom system documentation, as no additional compatible model numbers were provided in the source data.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by low-voltage cabling technicians or network infrastructure specialists. Before servicing or installing fiber cassettes in a live panel, confirm that active optical transceivers connected to the affected ports are powered down or disconnected to avoid eye-safety hazards from laser sources. Handle fiber connectors with care and use appropriate fiber inspection tools to verify connector end-face cleanliness before mating. Follow TIA-568 structured cabling standards and any applicable local low-voltage wiring codes during installation.