Multimode OM5 10Gig Fiber Cable Assemblies
iFiber Optix's Multimode OM5 10Gig Fiber Cable Assemblies are built on 50/125µm wideband multimode fiber (WBMMF), supporting Shortwave Wavelength Division Multiplexing (SWDM) across the 850–953nm range for higher bandwidth and longer reach than legacy multimode fiber, while staying fully backward compatible with OM3 and OM4 infrastructure.
Multimode OM5 10Gig Fiber Cable Assemblies
Key Features & Benefits
- SWDM Wideband Technology Supports Shortwave Wavelength Division Multiplexing across 850–953nm, letting 40G and 100G run on just two fibers instead of the eight or ten OM3/OM4 parallel optics need.
- 10GbE to 400m Rated for 10 Gigabit Ethernet at up to 400m, and 40GBase-SR4 / 100GBase-SR10 at up to 150m per ISO/IEC 11801.
- First WBMMF Standard The first fiber type approved as Wideband Multimode Fiber, purpose-built for 40–100Gbps data center links on a minimal fiber count.
- Backward Compatible Works with standard OM3/OM4 connectors and adapters, so existing infrastructure stays usable while you upgrade.
- Connector & Jacket Options Available in LC-LC, LC-SC, LC-ST, SC-SC, and ST-ST configurations, with PVC, plenum (OFNP), or LSZH jackets, in standard or custom lengths.
- TIA-Approved Lime Green Jacket Immediately identifiable in the field, reducing installation errors across large deployments.
Multimode Fiber Comparison: OM1 through OM5
How OM5 compares to previous generations.
| Fiber Type | Jacket Color | Core Size | Light Source | Max 10GbE Distance | Max 40/100G Distance | Key Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OM1 | Orange | 62.5 µm | LED | 33 m | — | Legacy 100 Megabit Ethernet |
| OM2 | Orange | 50 µm | LED | 82 m | — | 1 Gigabit Ethernet backbone |
| OM3 | Aqua | 50 µm | VCSEL Laser | 300 m | 100 m | Laser-optimized 10/40/100G |
| OM4 | Aqua | 50 µm | VCSEL Laser | 550 m | 150 m | Extended reach vs OM3 |
| OM5 | Lime Green | 50 µm | VCSEL / SWDM | 400 m | 150 m | SWDM wideband, 40–100G on 2 fibers |
Technical Specifications
Optical, mechanical, and environmental specs for iFiber Optix Multimode OM5 10Gig Fiber Cable Assemblies.
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Optical | ||
| Fiber Type | OM5 50/125 µm Wideband Multimode (WBMMF) | ISO/IEC 11801 compliant |
| Wavelength Range | 850 nm – 953 nm | SWDM4 capable |
| Typical Insertion Loss | ≤ 0.3 dB per mated pair | UPC polish |
| Maximum Insertion Loss | ≤ 0.5 dB per mated pair | Per TIA-568.3-D |
| Return Loss (UPC) | ≥ 20 dB | Standard multimode |
| Minimum Bend Radius | 30 mm (long term) / 15 mm (short term) | Under load |
| Mechanical | ||
| Cable Diameter | 2.0 mm duplex zipcord | Standard configuration |
| Connector Types | LC, SC, ST, FC | UPC polish standard |
| Ferrule Material | Zirconia ceramic | 2.5 mm (SC/ST/FC), 1.25 mm (LC) |
| Mating Durability | ≥ 500 mating cycles | Per IEC 61754 |
| Tensile Load | ≤ 50 N | No optical degradation |
| Cable & Jacket | ||
| Jacket Options | PVC (OFNR), Plenum (OFNP), LSZH | Select at order |
| Jacket Color | Lime Green (TIA-598-D) | OM5 standard identification |
| Available Lengths | 0.5 m, 1 m, 2 m, 3 m, 5 m, 10 m, 15 m, custom | Custom lengths available |
| Environmental | ||
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +70°C | Installed |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C | Uninstalled |
| Humidity | 0% to 95% non-condensing | — |
| Standards & Compliance | ||
| Fiber Standard | ISO/IEC 11801, TIA-492AAAE | OM5 WBMMF |
| Connector Standard | IEC 61754, TIA-568.3-D | — |
| Network Compatibility | 10GBase-SR, 40GBase-SR4, 100GBase-SR10, SWDM4 | IEEE 802.3 |
| Backward Compatibility | OM3, OM4 | Full interoperability |