Multi-Mode Network Patch Cord (50 Meters)

The multi-mode network patch cord (50 meters) is a mid-length fiber-optic solution optimized for short-haul yet extended connections in data centers, enterprise offices, and large commercial buildings—where 10-20 meter cords are too short, but 100-meter single-mode cords are unnecessary or cost-prohibitive. This 50-meter length aligns with multi-mode’s sweet spot for high-speed performance: it supports 10 Gbps (up to 550 meters with OM4 fiber) and 40 Gbps (up to 150 meters with OM4), making it ideal for linking top-of-rack (ToR) switches to end-of-row (EoR) switches in a data center, connecting a building’s ground-floor server room to upper-floor workstations, or extending SAN connectivity across a large office.

This patch cord uses 50/125um OM3 or OM4 multi-mode fiber, the most widely adopted variants for high-speed mid-range applications. The 50μm core transmits multiple light beams, enabling high bandwidth while working with cost-effective VCSEL transceivers—reducing network costs compared to single-mode. At 50 meters, it maintains low signal loss (<0.1 dB) and minimal modal dispersion, ensuring consistent performance for bandwidth-intensive tasks like video streaming, large file transfers, and real-time data analytics.

The cord’s design balances flexibility and durability for mid-range runs. It features a flexible jacket (LSZH or PVC) that simplifies routing through cable trays, ceiling ducts, or wall cavities—common in large buildings. For data center use, some models include a flame-retardant LSZH jacket to meet fire safety standards (e.g., UL 94 V-0). The 50-meter length is manageable to install without excessive slack, and the cord is lightweight enough to avoid strain on connectors. Common connectors are LC (for high-density data center racks) and SC (for enterprise office equipment), both with low insertion loss and compatibility with multi-mode hardware.

Compliant with TIA/EIA-568-C.3 and IEC 61754-4 standards, this 50-meter multi-mode patch cord is color-coded aqua (for OM3/OM4) for easy identification. It is available in both unarmored (for low-risk indoor runs) and lightly reinforced (for high-traffic areas) versions. For organizations needing mid-range high-bandwidth connectivity that balances performance, cost, and practicality, the multi-mode network patch cord (50 meters) is the ideal solution for data centers, large offices, and commercial buildings.

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