
Monoprice 11827 OM1 Fiber Optic Cable 6M
High-Speed Network Communications with Fiber Optic ClarityIntroducing the Monoprice OM1 Fiber Optic Cable. Engineered for superior data transmission, this cable provides immunity to electronic interference and delivers greater speeds over longer distances. Ideal for high-speed network communicati...
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Overview
High-Speed Network Communications with Fiber Optic Clarity
Introducing the Monoprice OM1 Fiber Optic Cable. Engineered for superior data transmission, this cable provides immunity to electronic interference and delivers greater speeds over longer distances. Ideal for high-speed network communications, ensuring reliable connectivity for your critical applications.
Specifications:
- Cable Type: OM1 MultiMode
- Fiber Type: 62.5/125
- Connector Type: SC/SC
- Jacket Rating: OFNR (Optical Fiber, Non-Conductive, Riser)
- Length: 6 Meter
Key Features
Immunity to electronic interference and its greater speeds over longer distances, fiber optic cabling has become the conduit of choice for high speed network communications.
OM1 "Orange" multi-mode cable with a 62.5 um core and 125 um cladding diameter.
Color-coded Dual SC connector on each end.
Cable jacket is OFNR (Optical Fiber, Non-conductive, Riser) rated by UL.
Complies with fire safety and insurance requirements and is safe for use within the walls, and between the floors, of commercial class buildings.
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Provides immunity to electronic interference, ensuring clean and reliable network communications.
- Offers greater speeds over longer distances compared to copper cabling, optimizing network reach.
- Features OM1 "Orange" multi-mode cable, specifically designed with a 62.5 um core and 125 um cladding diameter.
- Equipped with color-coded Dual SC connectors on each end for easy identification and secure connections.
- Cable jacket is OFNR (Optical Fiber, Non-conductive, Riser) rated by UL, meeting fire safety and insurance requirements.
👎 Cons
- The OM1 fiber optic cable is an older standard, with more modern OM3/OM4/OM5 offering higher bandwidth and longer reach for Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet.
- Limited to multi-mode fiber, which has distance limitations compared to single-mode fiber for extremely long-haul applications.
- The 6-meter length might not be sufficient for all network infrastructure needs, especially in larger deployments.
- Requires specific fiber optic equipment at both ends for connectivity, unlike more common copper Ethernet.
- While immune to electronic interference, it is susceptible to physical damage if bent or handled improperly.