Q: What is the maximum span length for aerial installation with this flat drop cable?
A: This flat drop cable is primarily engineered for short-span applications (typically up to 50 meters / 164 feet, depending on local wind and ice load conditions). Its lightweight, flat profile significantly minimizes wind load, making it ideal for rural FTTH deployment and pole-to-building drop routing.
Q: What are the tensile strength and crush resistance ratings?
A: The cable features robust MB-coated FRP strength members, allowing it to withstand a maximum rated design tension of up to 3 kN (674 lb) and a crushing load resistance of 0.4 kN/cm (228 lb/in). This ensures the fiber cores remain fully protected during pulling and under environmental stress.
Q: What type of fiber cores do you use, and can I choose the fiber count?
A: We use standard 250um colored coating fibers (typically G. 657. A1 or G.657.A2 bend-insensitive fiber for tight FTTH routing). Our standard configuration supports 1 to 12 cores inside the central loose tube, and it can be customized/expanded up to 24 cores upon request.
Q: Is this cable fully waterproof for underground or sewer applications?
A: Yes. The central loose tube is internally filled with a thixotropic water-blocking gel (or water-blocking compound). This design effectively prevents longitudinal water penetration, making the cable perfectly reliable for underground ducts, drainage pipes, and direct burial.
Q: Can it withstand extreme weather conditions, such as high UV or freezing temperatures?
A: Absolutely. The outer jacket is made of co-extruded High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), which provides superior UV protection, wear resistance, and environmental stress-cracking resistance. It has a wide operating temperature range from (-40 °C to +70 °C (-40 °F to +158 °F)), suited for diverse global climates.
Q: Does this cable require grounding?
A: No, grounding is not required. This is a 100% All-Dielectric (metal-free) cable. It utilizes FRP (Fiber Reinforced Plastic) as strength members instead of steel wire. This eliminates the risk of lightning strikes and electromagnetic interference (EMI), making it entirely safe and worry-free for direct burial or high-voltage corridor routing.
Q: How does the design save time during installation?
A: Two key features boost installation efficiency:
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Flat Arc-Runway Profile: Easy to identify, align, and securely fasten with standard drop clamps.
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Integrated Rip Cord: Placed right under the HDPE jacket, allowing installers to rapidly split and strip the outer sheath without damaging the internal loose tube.
Q: Can you customize the outer jacket color or print our logo on the cable?
A: Yes, we offer full OEM/ODM services for independent station buyers. We can customize the sheath marking (including your brand name, meter marks, and model number) and adjust the jacket material (e.g., LSZH for indoor-rated requests) based on your project requirements.
Q: What is the standard packaging and MOQ for this flat drop cable?
A: The cable is typically delivered on seaworthy wooden or plywood drums (standard lengths are 2 km or 4 km per drum). Our MOQ is negotiable depending on your specific fiber count and customization needs. Please Contact Us directly for a detailed quotation and MOQ options.
