• The Black Box Store
  • Welcome
  • Talk to an Expert
    Close
    Get answers
    from an Expert any way you want.


    Helping our customers find exactly what they need is what makes Black Box different.

    Reach us any way you want.



    We'll call you

    A technical expert will call you in 30 seconds. It's live and it's free.



    (

    (U.S. and Canada Only)

    Reach us by telephone
    724.746.5500
    Answered in 30 seconds or less!


    Send us a Fax
    800.321.0746
    Answered in 15 minutes or less!


    Send an e-mail
    Shoot us an email and we will answer in 60 minutes or less!


  • Account
  • View Cart

Search Tips...

Keyword Search
Our search engine uses any or all keywords typed in the text box to give you product search results.
For instance, typing in kvm will give you a broader set of results than kvm switch cables.

Note, however, that keywords in quotes are treated as a single phrase and will not be evaluated individually.

Booleans (AND, +, OR, NOT, -) are not supported.

Also, some keywords will not return results, and may automatically correct to a similar keyword.

Part Number Search Selection
Select this Search in the drop down box to search by part number instead of keywords.

Wild Card Search
The * character is only supported in a limited capacity. Using whole words is the best approach whenever possible.

"New Search" Radio Button
Search the entire section that you are currently in.

"Search Within Results" Radio Button
Enter keywords or a part number to limit your results within the previously searched results.


Other features

A list of all matching product categories or resources will appear in the upper left corner of the results page, when applicable, to help you further narrow your results, if you desire.

Use the "sort by" drop-down menu on the results page to sort by "most popular" and price (low to high or high to low)
in the store section.


Need technical advice? Call 1-877-877-2269 for an expert in less than 30 seconds.

Cables > Fiber - Single-Mode

click photo to enlarge

EXP012A-0500

Photo may show similar product

Other views

Single-Mode, 8.5-Micron, Distribution-Style Fiber Optic Bulk Cable, Plenum, 12-Fiber, 500-ft. (152.4-m) Reel  

The single-mode solution for long-distance data transmissions.

EXP012A-0500


Lifetime Warranty

Product Highlights

  • The ideal cable for routing through riser shafts, air plenums, and wiring closets.
  • For indoor use only.
  • Provides increased transmission distance.
  • Cable is 8.5-/125-µm single-mode.

  • Description

    Single-Mode, 8.5-Micron, Distribution-Style FO Bulk Cable, Plenum, 12-Fiber, 500-ft. (152.4-m) Reel


    Quick Facts

  • The ideal cable for routing through riser shafts, air plenums, and wiring closets.
  • For indoor use only.
  • Provides increased transmission distance.
  • Cable is 8.5-/125-µm single-mode.

  • Further Details

  • Tight-buffered, single jacket construction consists of: outer jacket, binder, subunit jacket (subunit consists of 12 fibers), subunit aramid, strength member, and a ripcord.
  • Cable features an easily-strippable 900-µm coating for easier handling.
  • Can be used with different types of light sources.
  • Fan cables out to send fibers to different locations.


  • Technical Specifications for Single-Mode, 8.5-Micron, Distribution-Style Fiber Optic Bulk Cable, Plenum, 12-Fiber, 500-ft. (152.4-m) Reel:

    Attenuation (Maximum) — 0.70/0.70 dB/km at 1310/1550 nm
    Bend Radius — 4.6" (11.7 cm) installation, 3.5" (8.9 cm) operating
    Cladding Diameter — 125 µm
    Core Diameter — 8.5 µm
    Fiber Type — Single-mode, 8.5/125 µm
    Outside Diameter — 0.230" (5.84 mm)
    Pulling Strength — 1800 Newtons/405 lb.
    Standards — UL® 910, CSA FT6;
    IEEE 802.3 for 1000BASE-SX/LX, 100BASE-FX, 10BASE-FL, ATM 155, ATM 622, ATM 1.2/2.4 Gbps, TIA 492AAAC 10-Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel FC-PH, IEEE 802.5, FDDI, ICEA 83-596, EIA/TIA-568-B
    Temperature — Operating: -4 to +176º F (-20 to +80º C);
    Storage: -40 to +176º F (-40 to +80º C);
    Installation: +32 to +122º F (0 to +50º C)
    Tension (Installed) — 600 Newtons/135 lb.
    Vertical Rise — 4909 ft. (1496 m)
    Weight — 33 kg/km


    NOTE: Technical specification weight is the unit weight. It is not the packaged shipping weight. For shipping weight, please contact Black Box customer service at 877-877-2269.


    Resources for Single-Mode, 8.5-Micron, Distribution-Style Fiber Optic Bulk Cable, Plenum, 12-Fiber, 500-ft. (152.4-m) Reel:


    Connect your Single-Mode, 8.5-Micron, Distribution-Style Fiber Optic Bulk Cable, Plenum, 12-Fiber, 500-ft. (152.4-m) Reel with:

    Accessory: EFN5009

    ST–ST, PVC, Custom Lengths

    Single-Mode, 9.0-Micron Duplex Fiber Optic Cable, ST–ST, PVC, Custom Lengths

    Double Diamond Warranty

    Standard Manufacturer's Warranty


    A Lifetime warranty is included.

    Diamond

    Double Diamond™ Warranty (Standard)

    Coverage:

    The most complete product warranty exclusively from Black Box

    The Double Diamond™ Warranty is our no-questions-asked warranty that protects your Black Box® brand products* from accidental damage, including drops, water, and power surges.

    Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty. Some products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life! Standard Warranty features are as follows:

    Worry-Free Purchases

    If your new Black Box® brand products are accidentally damaged, you're covered with this no-questions asked warranty. FREE

    Coverage

    Double Diamond™ is the standard warranty that comes with your new Black Box® brand product. Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty.

    Lifetime Guarantees

    Many products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life.

    Fast Service

    During the warranty period, Black Box® Network Services will repair or replace your damaged equipment within one week of receipt at NO CHARGE!

    Extra Coverage

    Extend your warranty or protect a previously purchased Black Box® brand product* for an additional year for only 10% of the current retail price! And when you do, we give you the second year of extended coverage free! FREE Tech Support Hotline. No cost. No contracts. No kidding!

    No-Risk 45-Day Return Policy

    If it's not right, send it back.
    (Excludes custom built products)

    * Certain products may not be eligible.

    Warranty Compared

    Black Box® Double Diamond™ Warranty The Competition
    Warranty Length One Year to Lifetime, Depending on the Product. Read the fine print.
    Guaranteed for Life! Black Box® Brand Copper Cables, Manual Switches and More! No.
    Accidental Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Water Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Power Surges 100% Covered! No.
    Warranty Replacements No Questions Asked! Forget It.
    Tech Support Hotline 100% FREE! $$$
    You can find this product in the following subcategory(s)
     

    Add to Cart

    Price: $499.95

    Quantity

    Warranty

    Total

    (83 available)

    Shipping Info


    45-day return policy


    Share It   


    Your shopping cart is empty

    Got Questions?


    ...or have us call you

    An expert will call you in 30 seconds. It's live and it's free.



    (

    (U.S. and Canada Only)

         



    Print
    Black Box 1-877-877-2269
    Black Box Network Services