Panduit FXTYP5EL2SAF230 OM3 12-fiber Mpo to Lc Trunk

Product Description

The PANDUIT FXTYP5EL2SAF230 is an OM3 multimode 12-fiber trunk cable configured with an MPO female connector on one end and LC duplex connectors on the other. It carries an OFNP (plenum-rated) jacket designation, making it suitable for installation in air-handling spaces where fire and smoke propagation codes apply. This type of pre-terminated fiber trunk is used to interconnect patch panels, fiber distribution units, and active equipment in structured cabling systems. It is typically handled by low-voltage cabling technicians or datacom installers working in enterprise, data center, or campus network environments.

This trunk cable is intended for use in high-density fiber backbone and zone-distribution cabling installations. The MPO-to-LC duplex breakout configuration supports connectivity between MPO-based cassettes or adapter panels and LC-port equipment such as switches, transceivers, and fiber patch panels. The plenum jacket rating makes it appropriate for above-ceiling or open-plenum pathway routing in commercial building infrastructure.

Key Features

• OM3 multimode fiber supports 10GbE and 40GbE applications over appropriate distances
• 12-fiber count in a single trunk for high-density routing
• MPO female to LC duplex connector configuration enables cassette-based and direct-connect installations
• OFNP plenum-rated jacket meets fire and smoke spread requirements for air-handling spaces
• Pre-terminated factory assembly reduces field termination time and improves insertion loss consistency

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use trunk cable for OM3 multimode structured cabling systems utilizing MPO backbone infrastructure with LC duplex breakout at the equipment or distribution layer.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified low-voltage cabling technician familiar with TIA-568 fiber cabling standards. Observe minimum bend radius requirements for MPO trunk cables to avoid signal degradation. Clean all fiber connectors with approved tools before mating, and verify polarity alignment at both the MPO and LC ends prior to placing the link in service. Do not exceed the cable's rated tensile load during pulling or routing.