30M (98ft) 12 Strand Outdoor Armored Single Mode Fiber Optic Cable, ST to ST UPC, 9/125 OS2

Key Features

• 30 Meter (98ft) Fiber Optic Cable: Pre-terminated ST to ST armored fiber cable designed for outdoor networking, commercial infrastructure, and industrial communication systems.

• 12 Strand OS2 Single Mode Fiber: Contains twelve individual 9/125μm optical fibers, providing six duplex pairs for multiple network connections, redundancy, and future expansion.

• Stainless Steel Armor Protection: Integrated metal armor helps protect sensitive optical fibers against crushing, rodents, mechanical impact, and rough installation conditions.

• Factory-Terminated ST UPC Connectors: Equipped with ST UPC connectors on both ends to simplify installation and eliminate field connector polishing or termination work.

• Six Duplex Fiber Pairs: Supports up to six independent duplex fiber connections or allows unused fibers to remain available for backup systems and future network upgrades.

• Outdoor and Industrial Applications: Suitable for connecting network cabinets, industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, security surveillance devices, and nearby buildings.

• Continuous Pre-Terminated Assembly: Supplied as one 30-meter cable without intermediate splices, helping reduce installation complexity and additional connection points.

• High-Bandwidth OS2 Single Mode Fiber: 9/125μm optical fiber supports reliable data transmission for compatible Ethernet equipment, telecommunications systems, and fiber backbone networks.

• Low-Loss Optical Connections: ST UPC connectors feature specified insertion loss of ≤0.3dB and return loss of ≥50dB for dependable optical performance.

• Rugged Cable Construction: Stainless steel tube and PVC outer jacket provide added mechanical protection for demanding indoor and outdoor environments.

Description

The 30 meter (98 ft) ST to ST outdoor armored single mode fiber optic cable provides a practical solution for network installations requiring increased fiber capacity, durable construction, and dependable optical connectivity. Featuring 12 strands of 9/125μm OS2 single mode fiber, this pre-terminated cable is designed to connect multiple networking devices while providing additional mechanical protection in industrial, commercial, and outdoor environments.

Its reinforced stainless steel armor layer helps protect the internal optical fibers against crushing, rodents, accidental impacts, and mechanical stress. Compared with standard unarmored fiber optic cables, this protective construction makes the assembly better suited for installations where cable pathways may be exposed to physical hazards.

Reliable 30-Meter Fiber Network Connections

With a 30-meter (98 ft) length, this armored fiber optic cable is ideal for connecting network distribution cabinets, outdoor telecommunications enclosures, industrial equipment, security infrastructure, and buildings located close to one another.

The 30-meter reach offers additional installation flexibility for routing fiber through suitable cable pathways, equipment rooms, and protected conduit systems. Common applications include commercial building networks, factory automation, security camera systems, industrial Ethernet connections, and telecommunications distribution points.

The cable arrives factory-terminated and tested with ST UPC connectors on both ends, eliminating the need for field connector installation, fiber polishing, or intermediate splicing. This ready-to-install construction helps reduce deployment time and simplifies fiber optic networking projects.

Twelve Strands for Multiple Connections and Future Growth

The 12 strand configuration contains six duplex fiber pairs within one armored cable, providing additional flexibility for current networking requirements and future expansion.

Network administrators can dedicate several pairs to active equipment connections while leaving the remaining fibers available for redundancy, backup communication, or planned system upgrades.

Alternatively, all six duplex pairs can support independent optical links between compatible fiber optic devices. This arrangement is useful for connecting multiple network switches, industrial controllers, telecommunications equipment, and security systems without installing several separate fiber cables.

Having spare fibers already installed can also reduce future installation costs, especially when additional cables would require reopening conduit pathways or accessing difficult installation areas.

Armored Durability and High-Performance OS2 Fiber

Constructed with 9/125μm OS2 single mode optical fiber, this cable supports high-bandwidth communication with low optical attenuation for enterprise networking, industrial Ethernet, and telecommunications applications.

Factory-installed ST UPC connectors provide specified insertion loss of ≤0.3dB and return loss of ≥50dB, helping maintain stable optical signal transmission across compatible fiber optic equipment.

Its integrated stainless steel tube provides mechanical protection, while the PVC outer jacket adds durability for appropriate indoor and protected outdoor cable installations.

With a specified 40mm bend radius, tensile load of 100–132 lbs, and operating temperature range of -40°C to 75°C, this cable is intended to support demanding network environments.

For organizations requiring higher fiber capacity in a compact installation, the 30M ST to ST 12 Strand OS2 Armored Fiber Optic Cable combines six duplex fiber pairs, protective construction, and factory-terminated convenience in one dependable assembly.

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