Why Multi Mode Fiber Optic Cable is the Optimal Choice for Data Centers
While single mode fiber dominates the long haul market the internal networks of data centers and corporate campuses have different requirements. In these environments distances are typically shorter usually less than five hundred meters and the focus is on achieving the highest possible data rates at the lowest cost per port. This is where Multi Mode Fiber Optic Cable becomes the ideal solution. With a much larger core diameter usually fifty or sixty two point five microns multi mode fiber allows for the use of lower cost light sources like vertical cavity surface emitting lasers (VCSELs). As a manufacturer we provide a full range of laser optimized multi mode fibers including OM3 OM4 and the latest OM5 standards to meet the demanding needs of modern enterprise networks.
The primary advantage of multi mode fiber in a data center setting is the cost efficiency of the optical transceivers. Because the fiber core is large alignment between the light source and the fiber is much easier than with single mode systems. This allows for looser tolerances in the connectors and transceivers which translates to significantly lower hardware costs. For a data center with thousands of individual links these savings can add up to millions of dollars. Our multi mode cables are designed to handle high density patch panels and tight bend radii making them easy to manage in crowded server racks and overhead cable trays.
Our OM4 and OM5 multi mode fibers are specifically engineered to support the latest forty and one hundred gigabit ethernet standards. By using multiple strands of fiber in a single MPO (Multi fiber Push On) connector data can be transmitted in parallel achieving massive throughput within a very small footprint. Our OM5 wideband multi mode fiber takes this a step further by supporting short wavelength division multiplexing (SWDM) which allows four different wavelengths to be sent over a single fiber pair. This quadruples the capacity of existing fiber infrastructure without the need for additional cabling providing an easy path for data centers to upgrade to two hundred or four hundred gigabits per second.
Reliability and low latency are critical for the high frequency trading and cloud computing applications that live in data centers. Our multi mode fiber optic cables are manufactured with high quality materials that ensure consistent optical performance and minimal signal jitter. We utilize bend insensitive fiber technology which allows the cables to be routed around tight corners without causing significant signal loss or data errors. This is particularly important in high density environments where cable management can be a challenge. By providing a stable and high performance physical layer we help data center operators maintain the strict service level agreements that their customers demand.
In conclusion multi mode fiber optic cable remains the workhorse of the enterprise network. Its unique combination of high bandwidth low cost and ease of installation makes it the perfect fit for the short reach applications found in data centers and local area networks. As a leading manufacturer we are committed to staying at the forefront of multi mode technology providing our clients with the latest standards and highest quality products. Whether you are upgrading a corporate campus or building a massive new cloud data center our multi mode fibers offer the performance and value you need. Explore our range of enterprise fiber solutions today and see how we can help you optimize your internal network.
