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Fiber optic cable for access networks
FTTH Drop Cable Aerial for Reliable Last-Mile Links
FTTH Drop Cable Aerial is used for the final connection between the access network and the subscriber side where a flat profile, compact dimensions and neat routing matter. It supports clean last-mile installation in FTTH / FTTx projects where the route includes a short aerial section and the cable must remain easy to handle at the end point.
Designed for access buyers, contractors and installers who need a clearer route-based overview, this page summarizes the cable’s role in the network, key specifications, selection logic and related cable alternatives for FTTH / FTTx access projects.
1 / 2 / 4 FOSingle-mode access options
LSZH jacketLow smoke zero halogen outer sheath
5.2 × 2.0 mmCompact flat profile for access routing
400 / 600 NPublished permissible / installation tensile values
On this page
What is FTTH Drop Cable Aerial?
FTTH Drop Cable Aerial is a flat access cable format used in the final section of a fiber-to-the-home route where the connection must move from a distribution point toward the subscriber side with controlled handling and compact routing. Compared with heavier distribution cables, this construction is built for a lighter-duty, lower-fiber-count access role where termination convenience and route neatness matter more than backbone-level capacity.
The published product data on the page points to single-mode fiber options such as G.652.D, G.657A1 and G.657A, which makes the cable relevant for FTTH / FTTx access use where low attenuation and better bending behavior are both important. For projects that pass through tighter routes or interior entry points, bend-sensitive fiber options can help installers keep the handover section more forgiving without changing the overall access design.
Why buyers choose this format
- Flat profile for cleaner last-mile routing
- Compact dimensions for edge-of-building entry paths
- LSZH sheath for projects with smoke / halogen sensitivity
- Simple preparation at the subscriber-side termination point
Where it fits in the network
This cable sits below the feeder and distribution layers. It is typically selected after the main route is already defined and the installer knows the final drop path, fiber count, entry method, handling constraints and termination strategy.
Key Features and Benefits
Compact flat profile
The flat shape helps the cable sit more neatly in subscriber-side access routes than bulkier outdoor cable families.
LSZH outer jacket
Low smoke zero halogen sheath selection supports projects that require cleaner fire-behavior characteristics at the building edge.
Fiber options for access networks
Published options include G.652.D, G.657A1 and G.657A single-mode fibers for common FTTH / FTTx access needs.
Easy handling at the endpoint
The format is suited to final-drop work where quick stripping, preparation and direct termination practicality matter.
Dry, compact construction logic
The construction is presented as a compact, easy-to-handle access cable for practical field installation work.
Jacket color flexibility
The current page text indicates white or black outer jacket options, which can help match route visibility or project preference.
Typical Applications and Route Scenarios
This cable is best treated as a route-specific access product. The right use case is not “every FTTH job,” but the final part of the route where a flat, compact, manageable cable is needed for the subscriber connection and the aerial exposure is limited to the last span or a similarly controlled section.
Aerial last span to building entry
Useful when the final connection must cross a short aerial section from a support point to the building or customer-side entry location.
Access network drop section
Suitable for FTTH / FTTx access layouts where lower fiber counts and end-point handling matter more than backbone-level ruggedness.
Subscriber-side termination routes
Well suited to routes where the cable will be stripped and terminated near the end user, ONT side or access distribution point.
When another cable is the better choice
If the route is fully indoor, use an indoor drop format instead of forcing an aerial product into an unnecessary role. If exposure, mechanical risk or route stress is higher, compare the metallic aerial version or a heavier-duty outdoor family before finalizing the RFQ.
Route-first selection matters
The practical buying sequence should be route first, then cable family, then fiber type and fiber count. That keeps the product choice aligned with installation reality instead of choosing by name alone.
FTTH Drop Cable Aerial Specifications
Key technical values are summarized below for quick product review and route-based selection.
| Specification item | Published value |
|---|---|
| Fiber count | 1 / 2 / 4 fibers |
| Fiber type options | 9/125 G.652-D / 9/125 G.657A1 / 9/125 G.657A |
| Wavelength | 1310 / 1550 nm |
| Max. attenuation | 0.35 / 0.25 dB/km (G.652-D), 0.34 / 0.24 dB/km (G.657A1), 0.34 / 0.22 dB/km (G.657A) |
| Outer jacket | LSZH |
| Nominal cable dimension | 5.2 × 2.0 mm |
| Approx. weight | 21.0 kg/km |
| Tensile load (perm / inst) | 400 / 600 N |
| Minimum bending radius | 15× outer diameter / 10× outer diameter |
| Crush | 600 N / 10 cm |
| Temperature range | -10 ºC to +60 ºC |
| Standards referenced on page | EN 50173-1, IEC 60754-2, IEC 60794-1 & 2, IEC 60793-1 & 2, IEC 60332-1 & 2 |
How to Choose the Right Aerial Drop Cable
Buyers usually get better results when they define the route before they choose the exact drop cable family. The five-step checklist below keeps the product choice aligned with installation conditions, termination needs and the actual exposure level of the route.
1
Define the installation route
Confirm whether the cable is for a short aerial last span, an indoor-only path, or a route with higher mechanical exposure than a standard access drop.
2
Confirm fiber count and fiber type
Select the actual working count and decide whether standard G.652.D or bend-sensitive G.657-family fiber is the better fit for the route geometry.
3
Check sheath and compliance needs
Project environment, building-edge requirements and customer specifications should decide whether the published LSZH construction matches the job.
4
Match the cable to termination strategy
Think about stripping, splicing, connectorization and the final handover point before locking the cable choice into the RFQ.
5
Send a cleaner RFQ
Share route type, fiber count, fiber type, required sheath behavior, reel length and any entry / mounting details. This shortens back-and-forth and helps you reach the correct cable family faster.
Useful External References
The links below help buyers, designers and engineers verify fiber standards, cable test frameworks and practical selection principles.
- ITU-T G.652 – single-mode optical fiber and cable characteristics
- ITU-T G.657 – bending-loss-insensitive single-mode fiber for access-oriented use cases
- IEC 60794 family – optical fiber cable test methodology and requirements context
- IEC 60332-1-2 – vertical flame propagation testing reference
- FOA Fiber Optic Cable Guide – practical overview of cable families and installation fit
FAQ for FTTH Aerial Drop Cable
What is FTTH Drop Cable Aerial used for?
It is used in the final connection section of an FTTH / FTTx route where a compact flat cable is needed for the subscriber-side drop and the route includes a short aerial span or similar access transition.
Which fiber types are shown on the current product page?
The visible specification table lists 9/125 G.652-D, 9/125 G.657A1 and 9/125 G.657A as the published single-mode fiber options.
When should I choose the indoor drop cable instead?
If the route stays inside the building and does not need an aerial last-span construction, the indoor FTTH drop cable is usually the cleaner and more purpose-built choice.
Is this cable the right choice for every outdoor route?
No. It is better treated as an access drop cable for controlled last-mile sections. Heavier outdoor exposure, higher route stress or backbone-style requirements may call for a different cable family.
What should I include in an RFQ?
Share the installation route, fiber count, fiber type, sheath requirement, reel length, entry detail and any special mounting or termination constraints so the cable family can be matched correctly.