FiberHalo Configure a cable

Fiber cables builtto your exact spec.

Choose the fiber grade, connectors, polarity, jacket and length down to the centimeter. We build it, test every connector, and ship it with its own test report.

Configure a cable See how we test

Stop paying for cable you coil in the rack.

Catalog cables come in 1, 2, 3 and 5 meter lengths with a handful of connector pairs. Real racks don't. Here's a run that needs 3.4 meters.

Off the shelf

Nearest stock length is 5 m, with LC on both ends.

Needed 3.4 mBought 5.0 m
  • 1.6 m of slack looped behind the patch panel, blocking airflow
  • A 12-fiber trunk becomes 12 separate duplex cords and a cassette
  • Extra mated pairs add insertion loss to your link budget

Configured with FiberHalo

Built to 3.40 m with the connectors each end actually plugs into.

Needed 3.4 mBuilt 3.4 m
  • You pay per meter for exactly the length you enter
  • One MPO-to-LC split cable replaces the cords and the cassette
  • Clean runs, fewer connection points, a rack you can still work in

From spec to rack in four steps.

1

Configure

Pick the fiber, connectors, polarity, jacket, length and labels. The price updates as you go.

2

Build and polish

Each assembly is terminated and machine-polished to your chosen UPC or APC end face.

3

Test every connector

Insertion loss, return loss, end-face inspection and polarity, on every fiber of every cable.

4

Ship with the report

Each cable is serialized and labeled, with its test results packed alongside it.

Tested one cable at a time.

We don't sample a batch and hope. Every fiber in every assembly is measured before it leaves us.

Optical performance

Insertion loss and return loss measured per fiber at 1310/1550 nm for single mode and 850/1300 nm for multi mode.

End-face inspection

Every ferrule is checked under magnification against IEC 61300-3-35 for scratches, pits and contamination.

Geometry and polish

Interferometer checks of radius of curvature, apex offset and fiber height keep mated connectors in physical contact.

Polarity and traceability

MPO polarity is verified end to end, and each cable carries a serial number that matches its test report.

ConnectorInsertion lossReturn loss
LC, SC, FC, E2000, single mode UPC≤ 0.25 dB≥ 50 dB
LC, SC, FC, E2000, single mode APC≤ 0.25 dB≥ 60 dB
LC, SC, ST, FC, E2000, multi mode≤ 0.30 dB≥ 30 dB
MPO/APC, single mode≤ 0.35 dB≥ 60 dB
MPO/UPC, single mode≤ 0.35 dB≥ 50 dB
MPO/UPC, multi mode≤ 0.35 dB≥ 25 dB

Maximum values per mated connector pair. Anything outside these limits is reworked or scrapped, never shipped.

Made for the rooms where links can't fail.

Our core work is data center cabling, and the same build standard goes into every other application we serve.

Data centers

Spine-leaf fabrics, high-density MPO trunks and breakouts that take 40G, 100G and 400G ports down to individual LC connections.

Typical build: 12F MPO/UPC to 6 duplex LC, OM4

Telecom and 5G

Low-reflection APC assemblies for central offices, fronthaul and outside-plant cabinets where return loss matters.

Typical build: simplex SC/APC to LC, single mode

Enterprise and campus

Backbone and horizontal links between telecom rooms, cut to the distances your floor plan actually has.

Typical build: duplex LC to SC, multi mode

Broadcast and AV

Rugged patch cords for studios, OB vans and live events carrying uncompressed video over fiber.

Typical build: duplex LC, single mode

Labs and test benches

Reference-grade jumpers with tight loss limits for transceiver validation and equipment qualification.

Typical build: simplex LC/UPC, single mode

Something else?

If your build isn't covered by the configurator, send us the spec and we'll quote it within one working day.

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Questions buyers ask.

Is there a minimum order quantity?

No. You can order a single cable. Volume pricing starts automatically at 10 pieces of the same configuration.

What's the difference between a simple and a split cable?

A simple cable has the same fiber count on both ends, like an MPO-to-MPO trunk or a duplex LC-to-SC cord. A split cable (also called a breakout or fanout) starts as one multi-fiber connector and splits into several legs, like one 12-fiber MPO into 12 LC connectors.

Which polarity and pin gender do I need?

For duplex cords, A-to-B is the standard. For MPO trunks, match the polarity method (Type A, B or C) used by your cassettes and transceivers. MPO equipment ports and cassettes usually have pins (male), so trunks between them are typically female on both ends. If you're unsure, send us the part numbers on each end and we'll confirm.

What do LSZH, OFNR and OFNP mean?

They're fire ratings for the cable jacket. LSZH gives off low smoke and no halogens, and is standard for data centers and most indoor use. OFNR (riser) is rated for vertical runs between floors. OFNP (plenum) is the highest rating, required in air-handling spaces such as raised floors and drop ceilings in many buildings.

How long does a custom build take?

Most configurations ship within 5 working days. Large volume orders get a confirmed date when you place the order.

Should I choose single mode or multi mode?

Match whatever your transceivers and existing plant use. Single mode is the choice for long runs and telecom; multi mode is common for short data center links. If you're unsure, check the transceiver label or send us the part number.

Can I get a test report for each cable?

Yes, and it's included at no charge. Every cable ships serialized with insertion loss, return loss and end-face results for each fiber.

Know your spec? Price it in under a minute.

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