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// fiber

Fiber Optic Cables

Custom fiber assemblies engineered for performance, from high-density MPO trunks to precision patch cords. Factory-tested, pre-labeled, and ready to deploy in AI clusters, hyperscale data centers, and enterprise…

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CiscoBroadcomAristaDellHPESupermicroFoxconnJuniper
// fiber_type_choice

OM3 vs OM4 vs OM5 vs OS2 — pick the right fiber

Multimode vs singlemode is the first decision. Within multimode, OM4 is the workhorse and OM5 adds SWDM. OS2 is the AI/HPC default for anything beyond a single rack row.

Spec
OM3
Multimode
OM4
Multimode
OM5
Multimode + SWDM
OS2
Singlemode
Color jacket (standard)AquaAqua / violetLime greenYellow
Core diameter50 µm50 µm50 µm9 µm
Modal bandwidth @ 850 nm2,000 MHz·km4,700 MHz·km4,700 MHz·km (plus WDM)n/a (singlemode)
Reach at 10G300 m550 m550 m10 km+
Reach at 40G / 100G (parallel)100 m150 m150 m10 km+ (LR4 / FR4)
Reach at 400G (DR4 / SR8)70 m100 m100 m500 m – 10 km
Reach at 800G (SR8 / DR8)≤50 m100 m100 m500 m – 10 km
SWDM / WDM supportNoNo (BiDi only)Yes — 4-λ SWDM ×100GYes — DWDM / CWDM long-haul
AI fabric fitLegacy 10G/40G accessStandard 100G/400G AI clusterPremium 400G/800G WDM clustersDCI, campus, long-reach AI backbone
Cost per meter (relative)Lowest multimode+15-20% vs OM3+30-40% vs OM4Lowest at scale (long reach)
Connector polishUPC standardUPC standardUPC standardUPC + APC (APC for parallel SM)
Best forLegacy access where reach < 300 m at 10GWorkhorse AI cluster fabricPremium AI fabric with WDM upgrade pathDCI, long-reach AI backbone, AI/HPC default

Reach values reflect IEEE 802.3 nominal limits assuming standard insertion loss. Custom lengths in 3-inch increments across all fiber types; IL/RL certification per fiber ships with every order.

// frequently_asked

Frequently asked questions.

What fiber types do you support?
OM3, OM4, OM5 multimode and OS2 singlemode. All available in custom lengths with LC, SC, and MPO/MTP connectors.
Do you make custom fiber lengths?
Yes, in 3-inch increments. Tell us your rack geometry; we engineer to the exact slack required, no wasted cable.
What's the difference between OM3, OM4, OM5, and OS2?
OM3/OM4/OM5 are multimode (short reach, 100-550m). OS2 is singlemode (long reach, kilometers). OM5 adds WDM. OS2 is the AI/HPC default.
Do you factory-test fiber cables?
Every cable. We provide IL/RL certification per fiber with the shipment, including OTDR traces on long runs.
What connectors are available?
LC, SC, MPO/MTP-12/24/32, and CS. Polish: UPC standard; APC for parallel singlemode (DR/PSM/SR8.2 BiDi).
// ready_to_quote

Ready to spec your fiber assemblies?

Our team will help you select fiber type, connector style, and length per rack. Same-day quote on most builds.