ZORA outdoor non-armored OM3 loose tube fiber optic cable

ZORA outdoor non-armored OM3 loose tube fiber optic cable Description

   ZORA Non-Armored Loose Tube Fiber Optic Cables are designed with high core counts to provide the versatility and flexibility required to support demanding installations.

   Available in fiber counts up to 144, our non-armored loose tube fiber is compliant with EIA / TIA, REA / RUS PE-90 and GR-20 standards.

Features

• 06~144 cores

• Loose tube design

• Fiber color coding for easy identification

• Outer jacket material is made of PE 

• Good mechanical and temperature properties
  

• High strength loose tube sleeve, hydrolysis resistant

• Special tube filler ensures the performance of the fiber
  

• Pressure resistance and flexibility

• PSP enhances moisture resistance

• Small diameter, light weight and easy to install

Product Applications

• Impracticable

• Outdoor application

• As the backbone network of LAN, MAN, WAN

• 10Gbps 40/100Gbps Ethernet network

• Storage Local Area Network (SAN) and data center

Standards-compliant

• Bellcore GR-20-CORE

• ISO/IEC11801

• ANSI/TIA 568-2.D

• CENELEC EN 50173

• IEC60794-1

Technical specifications

1.What is OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable, and why is it suitable for outdoor use?

   OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable is an enhanced multimode fibre with a 50-micrometre (µm) core, optimized for laser-based transmission (VCSELs). It supports higher bandwidth and longer distances than OM2, such as 10 Gigabit Ethernet up to 300 meters. For outdoor use, OM3 cables feature a rugged, weather-resistant jacket (e.g., UV-resistant, waterproof materials) to protect against environmental factors like rain, temperature extremes, and sunlight, making them ideal for outdoor installations like campus networks or industrial connectivity.

2.What are the typical uses for Outdoor OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable with 6-144 cores?

   Outdoor OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable with 6-144 cores is used in applications requiring high-speed data ransmission over moderate distances. It’s perfect for connecting buildings in a business park, university campus, or data centre interconnects. With multiple cores, it supports high-density setups like backbone cabling for LANs, video surveillance systems, or telecom networks needing reliable performance in outdoor conditions.

3.How many cores does Outdoor OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable have, and what does this indicate?

   Outdoor OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable comes with 6 to 144 cores, meaning it contains 6 to 144 individual optical fibres in one cable. The number of cores reflects the cable’s capacity for simultaneous connections—6 cores suit smaller networks, while 144 cores are ideal for large-scale deployments like metropolitan networks or multi-site enterprises requiring extensive fibre optic connectivity.

4.What features make Outdoor OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable durable for outdoor environments?

   OM3 outdoor cables are built with a tough outer jacket (often polyethylene) resistant to UV rays, moisture, and temperature changes. They may use loose-tube construction with water-blocking gel or dry water-blocking technology to prevent water ingress. Some versions include armouring for added protection against rodents or mechanical stress, ensuring durability in aerial, buried, or ducted installations.

5.What is the maximum distance supported by Outdoor OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable for data transmission?

   OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet up to 300 meters, 40 Gigabit Ethernet up to 100 meters, and 100 Gigabit Ethernet up to 70 meters, depending on the transceivers and standards used (e.g., SR optics). Its laser-optimized design provides higher bandwidth than OM2, making it suitable for outdoor links between nearby buildings or facilities requiring fast, reliable data transfer.

6.How does Outdoor OM3 Multimode Fibre Optic Cable compare to OM2 or OM4, and can it be upgraded?

   OM3 offers better performance than OM2 (10 GbE up to 300m vs. 82m) due to its higher bandwidth and laser optimization, while OM4 extends this further (10 GbE up to 400m). OM3 cannot be "upgraded" to OM4, as the difference is in the fibre’s core properties. However, OM3 cables can be replaced with OM4 for future-proofing if longer distances or higher speeds are needed, and they’re backward compatible with OM2 equipment, though limited to OM2 performance in such cases.