Belden B9C240T is a commercial-grade, multi-fiber optic cable engineered for demanding network backbones. It is a 6-fiber, OM3 multimode, plenum-rated (OFCP) distribution cable wrapped in heavy-duty Aluminum Interlocked Armor (AIA).
Detailed technical specifications for this model include:
Attribute Specification
Manufacturer Belden
Part Number B9C240T
Fiber Count 6 Fibers
Fiber Type OM3 Multimode (50/125 µm laser-optimized)
Bandwidth/Speed 10 Gb/s up to 300 meters (at 850 nm)
Cable Type Distribution (Tight Buffer, 900 µm)
Armor Protection AIA (Aluminum Interlocked Armor)
Environmental Rating Plenum (OFCP / FT6) for installation in air-handling spaces
Application Environment Indoor / Outdoor (includes UV-resistant jacket and waterblocking yarns)
Outer Jacket Material Thermoplastic (Black)
Inner Jacket Material PVDF Fluorocopolymer
Key Applications
• Premise Backbones: Routing networks vertically or horizontally across commercial facilities.
• Plenum Air Spaces: Safely runs through drop ceilings, raised floors, or air ducts without requiring dedicated conduit.
• Harsh Environments: The rugged aluminum interlock shield protects the internal fibers from crushing forces, operational stress, and rodent damage.