DRAKA Outdoor Fiber Optic Cable A-DQ(ZN)B2Y ZB 24G50 OM3 3kN, Multimode 24 Fibers, 50/125µm, Black PE Sheath, 3kN Tensile Strength

Data center campuses need backbones that keep traffic moving through rain, UV exposure, and temperature swings. This DRAKA outdoor cable delivers that reliability, packing 24 multimode OM3 fibers in a central tube protected by a non-metallic dry core and a black polyethylene sheath. No gel, no mess, no corrosion—just clean, dependable fiber links for high-speed interconnects.

Key specifications

• Fiber type: Multimode OM3, 50/125 µm core/cladding
• Fiber count: 24
• Cable construction: Central tube, non-metallic, dry core (A-DQ(ZN)B2Y ZB)
• Outer sheath: UV-resistant black polyethylene (PE)
• Tensile strength (installation): 3 kN
• Crush resistance: 1500 N/10cm
• Nominal cable diameter: 9.2 mm
• Attenuation: ≤ 2.3 dB/km @ 850 nm, ≤ 0.6 dB/km @ 1300 nm
• Bandwidth (OFL): 1500 MHz·km @ 850 nm, 500 MHz·km @ 1300 nm
• Max 10GbE distance: 300 m
• Operating temperature: -20°C to +70°C
• Installation temperature: -5°C to +50°C
• Bending radius: 20x diameter (installation), 10x diameter (operation)
• Standards: ISO/IEC 11801, EN 50173, IEC 60794-1

Why choose it

The dry-core design eliminates the need for messy gel removal, cutting termination time and keeping splice trays clean. The non-metallic construction provides electrical isolation, making it ideal for runs near power lines or in lightning-prone areas. OM3 fiber supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet up to 300 meters, future-proofing your campus backbone for high-speed growth.

Ideal use cases

• Outdoor backbone cabling between data center buildings
• Duct or aerial installations in campus environments
• High-speed interconnects for enterprise networks

Good to know

This cable is supplied in bulk lengths for custom termination. It is not pre-terminated and requires field connectors or splicing. The black PE sheath is UV-resistant, ensuring long-term durability in direct sunlight.