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Panduit FHC3WO-24H-10B - The HD Flex 4-to-1 Breakout Cassette is OM5 3 MPO to 12 Duplex LC and supports 24 fibers total. It is optimized low IL and uses Method B polarity. The 12-port cassette has a black cover with three charcoal gray MPO connectors and 12 lime duplex LC adapters with integral shutters to prevent contamination.
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FHC3WO-24H-10B

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Overview

The Panduit HD Flex 4-to-1 Breakout Cassette (SKU: FHC3WO-24H-10B) is engineered for high-density fiber optic connectivity, supporting a total of 24 fibers. This cassette features a 3 MPO to 12 Duplex LC configuration, facilitating efficient breakout of MPO connections to individual LC ports. Optimized for low insertion loss (IL), it ensures signal integrity within your network infrastructure. The cassette utilizes Method B polarity, a standard for many fiber optic deployments. Its robust design includes a black cover for durability and aesthetic integration. The three charcoal gray MPO connectors provide secure and reliable connections, while the twelve lime green duplex LC adapters are equipped with integral shutters. These shutters are crucial for preventing dust and contamination ingress, safeguarding the delicate fiber end-faces and maintaining optimal performance over time. Manufactured in the USA, this cassette is a key component for structured cabling systems requiring high fiber counts and reliable interconnectivity. Its design is suitable for data centers, enterprise networks, and telecommunications environments where efficient fiber management and performance are paramount.
  • Supports 24 fibers total (3 MPO to 12 Duplex LC)
  • OM5 fiber type for enhanced performance
  • Optimized for low insertion loss (IL)
  • Method B polarity
  • Integral shutters on duplex LC adapters prevent contamination

Specifications

Color
Black, Charcoal Gray, Lime
Connection Type
MPO to Duplex LC
Series
HD Flex
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
9 IN x 9 IN x 1 IN
Package Weight (Imperial)
0.81 lbs
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FHCWO-24-10AF

The HD Flex Cassette is OM5 2 MPO to LC and supports 24 fibers total. It is optimized IL and uses standard Method A polarity. The cassette has a black cover with two black MPO connectors and 12 lime duplex LC adapters with integral shutters to prevent contamination.
The Opticom Fiber Cassette is OM5, and features 2 MPO to 12 duplex LC and supports 24 fibers total. It is optimized IL and uses Standard Method A polarity. The cassette has a black cover with a black MPO connector and 12 lime LC adapters.

FC2WO-24-10AS

The Opticom Fiber Cassette is OM5, and features 2 MPO to 12 duplex LC and supports 24 fibers total. It is optimized IL and uses Standard Method A polarity. The cassette has a black cover with a black MPO connector and 12 lime LC adapters.
The HD Flex FAP Cassette features 4-ports and has duplex LC/APC green singlemode adapters. It is LC/APC green with zirconia sleeves with integral shutters to prevent contamination.

FHS9N-08-LAN

The HD Flex FAP Cassette features 4-ports and has duplex LC/APC green singlemode adapters. It is LC/APC green with zirconia sleeves with integral shutters to prevent contamination.
Convert existing Corning CCH enclosures to accept Panduit Opticom cassettes or fiber adapter panels with the OPTI-ADAPTER. The metal tabs fit into all height units of Corning CCH enclosures for full adaptability. Included in one OPTI-ADAPTER package are two metal tabs, capable of converting one cassette or fiber adapter panel.

OPTI-ADAPTER

Convert existing Corning CCH enclosures to accept Panduit Opticom cassettes or fiber adapter panels with the OPTI-ADAPTER. The metal tabs fit into all height units of Corning CCH enclosures for full adaptability. Included in one OPTI-ADAPTER package are two metal tabs, capable of converting one cassette or fiber adapter panel.
The HD Flex Base-12 to Base-16 Conversion Cassette is a 48-fiber OS2 MPO-12 to MPO-16 6-port cassette, with three MPO-16 male pin adapters on the front and four MPO-12 male pin adapters on the rear. It has standard insertion loss.

FH49N-48-463MU

The HD Flex Base-12 to Base-16 Conversion Cassette is a 48-fiber OS2 MPO-12 to MPO-16 6-port cassette, with three MPO-16 male pin adapters on the front and four MPO-12 male pin adapters on the rear. It has standard insertion loss.
The Opticom Base-12 to Base-16 Conversion Cassette is a 48-fiber OM4 MPO-12 to MPO-16 6-port cassette, with three MPO-16 male pin adapters on the front and four MPO-12 male pin adapters on the rear. It has optimized insertion loss.

FC4ZO-48-463MU

The Opticom Base-12 to Base-16 Conversion Cassette is a 48-fiber OM4 MPO-12 to MPO-16 6-port cassette, with three MPO-16 male pin adapters on the front and four MPO-12 male pin adapters on the rear. It has optimized insertion loss.
The Opticom Base-12 to Base-16 Conversion Cassette is a 48-fiber OS2 MPO-12 to MPO-16 6-port cassette, with three MPO-16 male pin adapters on the front and four MPO-12 male pin adapters on the rear. It has standard insertion loss.

FC49N-48-463MU

The Opticom Base-12 to Base-16 Conversion Cassette is a 48-fiber OS2 MPO-12 to MPO-16 6-port cassette, with three MPO-16 male pin adapters on the front and four MPO-12 male pin adapters on the rear. It has standard insertion loss.
The HD Flex Base-12 to Base-16 Conversion Cassette is a 48-fiber OM4 MPO-12 to MPO-16 6-port cassette, with three MPO-16 male pin adapters on the front and four MPO-12 male pin adapters on the rear. It has optimized insertion loss.

FH4ZO-48-463MU

The HD Flex Base-12 to Base-16 Conversion Cassette is a 48-fiber OM4 MPO-12 to MPO-16 6-port cassette, with three MPO-16 male pin adapters on the front and four MPO-12 male pin adapters on the rear. It has optimized insertion loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fiber types do HD Flex cassettes support?

HD Flex cassettes support multimode fiber types including OM3, OM4, OM4+ Sig Core, and singlemode fiber type OS2.

What is the operating temperature range for these cassettes?

The operating temperature range for HD Flex Fiber Optic Cassettes is 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F).

What is the installation temperature range?

The recommended installation temperature range for HD Flex Fiber Optic Cassettes is 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F).

What front connectors are available on HD Flex cassettes?

Front connectivity options include LC, LC/APC Duplex Adapters (Shuttered), SC, SC/APC Duplex Adapters, and MPO Adapters.

What rear connectors are available on HD Flex cassettes?

Rear connectivity options include MPO Adapters with MPO male connectors, supporting Method A and Method B polarity.

What is the insertion loss for OM3 Optimized Loss cassettes?

Multimode Optimized Cassettes and Breakout Cassettes, like those using OM3 fiber, have an insertion loss of 0.5dB.

What is the return loss for multimode LC connectors?

The return loss for multimode LC connectors on these cassettes is greater than 26dB per fiber.

How many mating cycles can the connectors withstand?

The connectors on HD Flex Fiber Optic Cassettes are durable for 500 mating cycles, meeting ANSI/TIA-586C.3 standards.

What standards do HD Flex cassettes meet?

HD Flex Fiber Optic Cassettes meet or exceed ISO/IEC 11801, ANSI/TIA-568-C.3, TIA-604-5 (FOCIS-5), TIA-604-10 (FOCIS-10), and are RoHS Compliant.

What is the fiber count for HD Flex cassettes?

HD Flex cassettes and tethered cassettes have a fiber count of 24. Splice cassettes also have 24 fibers, with splice-only options for 24 discrete or 48 ribbon splices.

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