Panduit FZ2ELQ1Q1SNM3.5 OM4 Duplex Fiber Patch Cord

Product Description

The PANDUIT FZ2ELQ1Q1SNM3.5 is a duplex OM4 multimode fiber optic patch cord designed for high-density structured cabling environments. It features a 1.6mm jacket diameter and a low-smoke zero-halogen (LSZH) outer jacket, making it suitable for use in plenum or enclosed spaces where flame and smoke emission standards are required. The push-pull tab connector design allows for easy insertion and extraction in tight, congested panels without needing additional tools. This patch cord is sold as a single assembly and is typically installed by licensed data communications or low-voltage cabling technicians.

This patch cord is used in data center, enterprise LAN, and telecommunications room applications where OM4 50/125 multimode fiber is the specified cabling medium. The LSZH jacket makes it appropriate for installations in Europe and other regions where halogen-free materials are required by code, as well as any domestic project specifying low-smoke materials. The push-pull LC connector configuration allows for straightforward deployment in high-density fiber patch panels and active equipment ports.

Key Features

• OM4 multimode fiber supports high-bandwidth applications including 40G and 100G Ethernet over structured cabling links
• 1.6mm jacket diameter suits high-density patching environments where cable management space is limited
• LSZH jacket reduces toxic smoke and halogen gas emission in the event of fire, meeting strict building and safety codes
• Push-pull tab LC connectors enable tool-free insertion and extraction in congested patch panels
• Duplex 2-fiber construction supports full-duplex transceiver connections
• Polished PC (physical contact) ferrule finish reduces back-reflection at connector interfaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or supplemental patch cord for structured cabling systems utilizing OM4 multimode fiber with LC duplex port interfaces.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by low-voltage or data communications cabling technicians following TIA-568 or ISO/IEC 11801 structured cabling standards. Always inspect ferrule end-faces with a fiber inspection scope before mating connectors to avoid contamination-related signal loss. Do not exceed the minimum bend radius of the cable during routing, and avoid sharp bends or pinch points that can stress the fiber. Power down or disable optical transceivers before handling fiber connectors to avoid exposure to laser light.