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Outdoor Armored Fiber Optic Cable
Outdoor Armored Fiber Optic Cable is a cost-effective and robust solution for access and distribution networks where the cable may be exposed to physical damage. The fibers are placed in a gel-filled loose tube and protected with corrugated steel tape armor and a UV-resistant PE sheath. Suitable for low fiber counts (typically up to 24FO) and available in Central Loose Tube (CLT) armored structures.
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Construction
- Loose Tube: Gel-filled loose tube design for fiber protection and stability
- Water blocking: Water-blocking glass yarn for moisture control and tensile support
- Armor: Corrugated steel tape armor for crush and rodent resistance
- Ripcord: Under-armor ripcord for easier stripping
- Outer sheath: UV-resistant polyethylene (PE) sheath, resistant to stress cracking and UV radiation
Options on Request
- Color options for sheath, tube, and fiber
- Increased tensile strength (Aramid yarn or Glass Yarn)
- Non-metallic version
- L-M-HDPE or LSZH sheath options
Construction
- Loose Tube: Gel-filled loose tube design for fiber protection and stability
- Water blocking: Water-blocking glass yarn for moisture control and tensile support
- Armor: Corrugated steel tape armor for crush and rodent resistance
- Ripcord: Under-armor ripcord for easier stripping
- Outer sheath: UV-resistant polyethylene (PE) sheath, resistant to stress cracking and UV radiation
Options on Request
- Color options for sheath, tube, and fiber
- Increased tensile strength (Aramid yarn or Glass Yarn)
- Non-metallic version
- L-M-HDPE or LSZH sheath options
Construction
- Loose Tube: Gel-filled loose tube design for fiber protection and stability
- Water blocking: Water-blocking glass yarn for moisture control and tensile support
- Armor: Corrugated steel tape armor for crush and rodent resistance
- Ripcord: Under-armor ripcord for easier stripping
- Outer sheath: UV-resistant polyethylene (PE) sheath, resistant to stress cracking and UV radiation
Options on Request
- Color options for sheath, tube, and fiber
- Increased tensile strength (Aramid yarn or Glass Yarn)
- Non-metallic version
- L-M-HDPE or LSZH sheath options
Applications
- Outside Plant (OSP) networks
- Inter-building and intra-building voice/data networks
- FTTC / FTTB secondary distribution
- Campus cabling, industrial plants, mining areas
- Installed in ducts and conduits
- Direct burial underground (where heavy-duty protection is required)
- LAN & WAN backbone / telecom data trunk systems
- Interconnection of distribution boxes, frames, and customer-side panels
Features & Benefits
- Compact structure
- Waterproof design
- Loose tube, gel-filled tube
- UV-resistant PE outer sheath
- Metallic armor protected, enhanced rodent resistance
- High crush and impact resistance
- Moisture barrier via water-blocking components
- Typical structure: A-DQ(BN)(SR)2Y–CLT (Central Loose Tube Metallic Armored)
Standards & Compliance
- IEC 60794-1 & IEC 60794-2 (fiber optic cable general requirements and tests)
- RoHS
- TIA/EIA (project-specific references as required)
Note: Smoke/halogen standards such as IEC 60754-1 and IEC 61034-1&2 are typically relevant for LSZH sheath options. If your project requires LSZH, specify it during RFQ.
Specification (Typical)
The values below are typical for low fiber counts and may vary by configuration. Please confirm final datasheet values during quotation.
Mechanical / Physical
| Fiber count (typical) | 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 / 12 (other counts on request) |
|---|---|
| Loose tube OD | 3.0 mm |
| Loose tube material | PBT |
| Strength members | Water-blocking glass yarn |
| Armor | Corrugated steel tape |
| Outer jacket | Polyethylene (PE) |
| Cable weight | ~85 kg/km |
| Outer diameter | ~7.5 mm |
| Tensile load (Perm / Inst) | 800 / 1200 N |
| Crush resistance | 2000 N (IEC 60794-1-2 E3) |
| Temperature range | -30°C to +70°C (IEC 60794-1-2 F1) |
Optical Options (Examples)
| Fiber type | Wavelength | Max attenuation (dB/km) |
|---|---|---|
| Single Mode 9/125 (G.652.D) | 1310 / 1550 nm | 0.36 / 0.22 |
| Multimode OM2 50/125 | 850 / 1300 nm | 3.0 / 1.0 |
| Multimode OM3 50/125 | 850 / 1300 nm | 2.8 / 0.8 |
| Multimode OM4 50/125 | 850 / 1300 nm | 2.7 / 0.7 |
Structure note: Central Loose Tube Metallic Armored
How to Specify Outdoor Armored Fiber Optic Cable (RFQ Checklist)
- Fiber count: 2–24FO (or specify required count)
- Fiber type: SM G.652.D / G.657A1/A2 or MM OM2/OM3/OM4
- Installation method: duct / conduit / direct burial
- Sheath option: PE (standard) or LSZH / L-M-HDPE (if required)
- Armor requirement: metallic armored or non-metallic version
- Standards: IEC 60794 + project-specific requirements (RoHS, etc.)
- Delivery: reel/drum length, marking language, color preference
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FAQ
What is an outdoor armored fiber optic cable used for?
It is used in OSP environments where mechanical protection against crush/impact and rodent risk is required.
Is this cable suitable for direct burial?
Yes, armored construction can be used for direct burial where heavy-duty protection is needed. Confirm site conditions during RFQ.
What is the difference between PE and LSZH sheath?
PE is optimized for outdoor UV and mechanical durability. LSZH is chosen when smoke/halogen requirements are needed (typically indoor or regulated environments).
What provides rodent resistance?
Corrugated steel tape armor plus strength members (and correct installation) improves rodent and crush resistance.
Can I request higher tensile strength?
Yes. Increased tensile strength options (e.g., aramid yarn or glass yarn) can be specified in the RFQ.
Where can I download the datasheet?
Datasheet link: A-DQZN2Y-1200N PDF