{"product_id":"tlc-12-fiber-mm-62-5um-om1-distribution-fiber-optic-cable-w-aia-riser-orange-per-meter","title":"TLC 12 Fiber MM 62.5um OM1 Distribution Fiber Optic Cable w\/AIA Riser Orange (per meter)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe TLC 12-fiber multimode 62.5µm OM1 distribution cable is designed for reliable indoor backbone and horizontal networking applications. This cable features a ruggedized construction with Aluminum Interlocking Armor (AIA), providing superior crush resistance and physical protection for the internal fiber strands in demanding environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a Riser-rated jacket, this cable is suitable for vertical tray installations in building risers, meeting standard fire safety requirements for indoor use. Its distribution design allows for efficient termination and routing, making it an ideal choice for data center environments and enterprise LAN infrastructures requiring durable, high-density fiber connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12-Fiber Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupports multiple data channels within a single, compact cable diameter for efficient density.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e62.5µm OM1 Multimode Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptimized for legacy data transmission speeds and shorter reach enterprise networking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum Interlocking Armor (AIA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides robust physical protection against crushing and impact without the need for innerduct.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRiser-Rated (OFNR) Jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComplies with vertical flame spread requirements for safe installation in building riser shafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistribution Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllows for easy connectorization and direct termination to equipment, simplifying deployment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor-Coded Fibers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFacilitates quick and accurate identification of individual fibers during installation and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding backbone cabling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntra-building horizontal cable runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData center enterprise networking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremise installations where physical durability is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultimode (OM1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62.5µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistribution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmor Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum Interlocking Armor (AIA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJacket Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRiser (OFNR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJacket Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the AIA designation mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAIA stands for Aluminum Interlocking Armor. It is a protective metallic layer applied over the cable, providing significant crush and impact resistance, which eliminates the need for installing protective conduit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this cable suitable for outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, this cable features a Riser (OFNR) jacket, which is designed specifically for indoor vertical riser applications and does not meet the requirements for outdoor or buried environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this cable be used for 10 Gigabit speeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, 62.5µm OM1 fiber is generally limited to lower data rates (100Mbps or 1Gbps depending on distance). 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