Corning 216-Fiber Singlemode OS2 Interlocking Armored Plenum Cable
The Corning 216EC8-14101-A3 is a 216-fiber singlemode OS2 ribbon interlocking armored plenum cable engineered for demanding intrabuilding backbone and horizontal installations. Encased in spirally wrapped aluminum interlocking armor, this cable provides exceptional mechanical protection for high-density fiber deployments.
Key Features
- Precise fiber and ribbon geometries deliver excellent mass splicing yields
- Ribbon ID numbers and fiber colors allow easy identification during installation and maintenance
- Flame-retardant plenum jacket rated for use in air-handling spaces
- Flexible interlocking armor provides up to seven times the crush protection compared to non-armored cables
- RoHS 2011/65/EU compliant — free of hazardous substances
Specifications
- Fiber Count: 216
- Fiber Type: Singlemode OS2
- Cable Construction: Ribbon
- Armor Type: Interlocking aluminum
- Jacket Rating: Plenum (OFNP)
- Jacket Color: Yellow
- Manufacturer: Corning
- Model: 216EC8-14101-A3
Applications
Designed for intrabuilding backbone and horizontal runs where high fiber count, mass spliceability, and mechanical durability are required. The plenum-rated jacket makes it suitable for installation in air-handling plenums without conduit.




