GYFC8Y (Figure 8 Self-supporting Cable)
Aerial Optical Fiber Cable
The loose tubes are made of high modulus plastics (PBT) and filled with a water resistant filling gel. Loose tubes are stranded around the non-metallic central strength member (FRP). The cable core wrapped with a water blocking tape. This part integrated with a steel messenger is jacketed with polyethylene (PE) in a Figure-8 shape.
Structure:
- Central strength member: metal materials available
- Messenger wire: FRP available
- Loose tube: PP or other materials available
- Water blocking materials for loose tube: water blocking yarn available
- Water blocking materials for cable core: cable filling compound available
- Outer sheath: Aluminium tape armor, steel tape armor, anti-termite or flame retardant materials available
Features:
- All section water blocking
- Excellent transmission, mechanical and environmental performance
- Easy splice, easy installation, easy maintenance
- Lifespan over 30 years
Applications:
- Aerial installation
- Backbone network and metro network
- Access network
Installation performance
- Min. bend radius: installation 25D, operation 12.5D
- Temperature range: storage -40～+70℃, installation -30～+70℃, operation -40～+70℃
