The GUMTE24 is a universal tight buffered optical fiber distribution cable with a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) outer jacket. It features 24 multimode OM4 fibers, making it an excellent choice for high-bandwidth applications such as Gigabit Ethernet, FDDI, and ATM. This cable is suitable for use in both indoor and outdoor environments, making it a versatile solution for structured cabling systems, industrial backbones, campus backbones, and building backbones (riser) applications.
Key Features and Benefits
Environmental Space
- Indoor/Outdoor – Euroclass Dca: The GUMTE24 is designed for indoor and outdoor use, with a Euroclass Dca rating, making it suitable for a wide range of network infrastructure projects.
Construction
Fiber Cable Construction:
- Fiber Type: OM4 multimode
- Fiber Count: 24
Buffer Specification:
- Fiber Type: OM4
- Buffer Construction: Tight
- Buffer Material: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
- Buffer Diameter: 0.9 mm
Cable Core Water Tight: Yes
Cable Core Water blocking: Water blocking Glass Yarns
Bulk Cable Weight: 80 kg/km
Jacket Specifications
Number of Jackets: Single Jacket
Type of Armor: Non-Armored
Outer Jacket Specifications:
- Material: LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)
- Nominal Diameter: 9.6 mm
- Ripcord: No
Optical Characteristics
- Max. Attenuation at 1300 nm: 0.9 dB/km
- Max. Attenuation at 850 nm: 2.9 dB/km
Mechanical Characteristics
Mechanical Tests:
| Description | Tested Standard | Requirement/Value | According to Family Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cable Min. Bend Radius Installation (Short Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E6 | 192 mm | IEC 60794-2-20 |
| Cable Min. Bend Radius Operation (Long Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E11 | 96 mm | IEC 60794-2-20 |
| Cable Max. Tensile Strength Installation (Short Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E1 | 2500 N (562 lbf) | IEC 60794-2-20 |
| Cable Max. Tensile Strength Operation (Long Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E1 | 830 N (187 lbf) | – |
| Cable Max. Crush Resistance Installation (Short Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E3 | 5 kN/m | IEC 60794-2-20 |
| Cable Max. Crush Resistance Operation (Long Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E3 | 3 kN/m | IEC 60794-2-20 |
Temperature Range:
- Installation (Short Term): -30°C to +70°C
- Operation (Long Term): -20°C to +70°C
Applications
The Belden GUMTE24 tight buffered fiber optic cable is designed for a wide range of indoor and outdoor applications, including:
- Structured (data) wiring systems, such as industrial backbone, campus backbone, building backbone (riser), and horizontal cabling
- Networks for industrial, telecom, cable TV, and broadcast applications
- Supporting all computer network applications, such as FDDI, Gigabit Ethernet, and ATM
Key Benefits
- Versatile for Indoor and Outdoor Use: The LSZH jacket and Euroclass Dca rating make the GUMTE24 suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations, providing flexibility and reliability.
- High-Bandwidth Capacity: The 24-fiber OM4 multimode construction supports high-bandwidth applications, ensuring future-proof performance.
- Reliable Construction: The tight buffered design, waterblocking, and mechanical characteristics of the GUMTE24 cable provide durability and protection in challenging environments.
- Easy Installation: The non-armored, single-jacket design and absence of a ripcord make the GUMTE24 easy to handle and install.


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