Panduit FODRX48Y 48-fiber OM3 Indoor Distribution Cable

Product Description

The PANDUIT FODRX48Y is a 48-fiber indoor distribution cable built around 50-micron OM3 multimode optical fiber. Distribution-style cables house multiple tight-buffered fibers under a single jacket, making them well suited for high-density runs inside buildings where individual fibers need to be broken out at patch panels or splice enclosures. OM3 glass supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet at distances up to 300 meters and 40G or 100G applications at shorter reaches, meeting the demands of modern structured cabling installations. Low-voltage and datacom installers work with this cable type in backbone and horizontal distribution runs.

This cable is intended for indoor use in commercial and enterprise environments. Typical installations include data center backbone runs, telecommunications rooms, and riser or plenum pathways where a high fiber count is needed in a single cable pull. The tight-buffered construction allows fibers to be terminated directly without an external breakout kit, simplifying termination at patch panels and fiber distribution units. A 48-fiber count makes this suitable for high-density backbone segments connecting multiple floors or equipment rooms within a facility.

Key Features

• 48 individual fibers in a single indoor distribution cable jacket
• 50-micron OM3 multimode fiber supports 10GbE, 40GbE, and 100GbE applications
• Tight-buffered construction allows direct termination without a breakout kit
• Indoor-rated jacket designed for installation inside commercial buildings
• Sold as a single unit (each)

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style indoor distribution cable compatible with standard LC, SC, and ST fiber connectors and patch panels supporting 50-micron OM3 multimode terminations.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified low-voltage or datacom technician familiar with fiber optic cabling practices and applicable codes such as ANSI/TIA-568 and the NEC. Inspect the cable jacket for damage before pulling and observe the minimum bend radius throughout the route. Avoid exceeding the cable rated tensile load during the pull. Clean and inspect all fiber end faces before making connections to prevent signal loss.