Black Box 3.2ft EFNT010 Series OM3 10-Gigabit Fiber Optic Patch Cable (Aqua)

Overview

The Black Box EFNT010-001M-SCLC is a 3.2-foot OM3 fiber optic patch cable designed to deliver true 10-Gigabit network performance. It features 50-micron multimode fiber optimized for laser signals, enabling fast and consistent data transfer over distances up to 300 meters. This cable is ideal for short connections within data center racks or backbone cabinets, where maintaining high bandwidth and organized cabling is essential.

Key features

• OM3 multimode fiber supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet links up to 300 meters, ensuring high-speed connectivity for demanding network environments
• One-meter length minimizes cable slack, helping to keep racks and closets neat while improving airflow around equipment
• Compatible with both LED and laser light sources, providing flexibility across different network hardware
• Bandwidth capability up to 2000 MHz-km when paired with a laser light source, offering ample headroom for data-intensive applications
• Acrylate-coated fiber strands and internal aramid yarn reinforce the cable, protecting it from pulls, tugs, and daily wear
• Durable PVC outer jacket resists abrasion and physical damage common in busy network areas
• Tight-buffered design simplifies termination and patch-panel work, saving time during installation and maintenance
• Aqua-colored jacket allows quick and clear identification of OM3 fiber, reducing errors during network management

Key specs

• Fiber type: 50-micron OM3 multimode
• Length: 3.2 feet (1 meter)
• Maximum link distance: 300 meters for 10-Gigabit Ethernet
• Bandwidth: up to 2000 MHz-km with laser light source
• Coating: acrylate for fiber protection
• Strength member: aramid yarn for internal durability
• Jacket material: PVC for abrasion resistance
• Connector type: standard fiber optic connectors (specific connector details not provided)

Connectivity and compatibility

This patch cable is designed to connect switches, servers, and storage devices within the same rack or cabinet, making it a practical choice for data centers and campus backbone installations. Its compatibility with both LED and laser light sources ensures it works well with a wide range of network equipment that supports 10-Gigabit multimode fiber connections.

Ideal uses and environments

The cable fits well in environments where short, high-bandwidth connections are needed without excess cable length causing clutter or airflow obstruction. It is particularly suited for data center administrators managing dense switch-to-switch or server-to-switch links, as well as for backbone cross-connects in campus networks. The robust construction also makes it reliable for daily handling in busy network racks.