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Fiber OSP cable Self-Supporting Short-Span, ADSS Single-mode (OS2)，12-144 Fiber Count

Features:

Available in wide range of 12F-144F, in both single-mode and multi-mode fibre variants.
Fully self-supporting – no messenger wire or lashing required
Lightweight, flexible and easy to install, Hardware & accessories available
Operational Temperature -40ºC to +70ºC

Applications:

Rural FTTx Deployment: Leverage existing power poles without new infrastructure — the most cost-effective solution for rural broadband expansion.
Medium-Voltage Distribution Lines (≤35kV): Safe co-location on power infrastructure with all-dielectric construction.
Telecom Backhaul: Shared utility infrastructure for inter-site connectivity.
Campus & Industrial Park Networking: Reliable aerial backbone for enterprise and institutional networks.

ADSS Short-Span Fiber Optic Cable delivers a premium, all-dielectric, self-supporting solution engineered specifically for aerial installations in campus backbones and OSP distribution networks(typically on roadside power distribution poles). Being totally non-metallic, this product is ideal for applications in close proximity to power distribution lines. This product is also suited to single point suspension applications where the product has to support either a higher load than conventional terrestrial cable or a permanent or varying tensile load, applied through the outer sheath. Standard pole-mounting hardware is readily available for this product.

Structure Design:

Fiber Count	Number of Tube Positions	Number of Active Tubes	Weight	Nominal Outer Diameter	Min. Bend Radius (Installation)	Min. Bend Radius (Operation)
12 – 72	6	1-6	92 kg/km (62 lb/1000 ft)	10.9 mm (0.43 in)	328 mm (12.91 in)	218 mm (8.58 in)
96	8	8	122 kg/km (82 lb/1000 ft)	12.6 mm (0.50 in)	378 mm (14.88 in)	252 mm (9.92 in)
144	12	12	196 kg/km (132 lb/1000 ft)	16.1 mm (0.63 in)	484 mm (19.06 in)	322 mm (12.68 in)

Fiber Count	NESC Loading	Max Span ft (m)	1% Initial Installation Sag Tension	Max Vertical Sag under Load (%)	Maximum Loaded Tension
12 – 72 F (Weight: 92 kg/km OD: 10.9 mm)	Light	1050 ft (320 m)	809 lbf (3598 N)	0.80%	1232 lbf (5479 N)
	Medium	750 ft (229 m)	578 lbf (2570 N)	3.30%	1211 lbf (5388 N)
	Heavy	500 ft (152 m)	385 lbf (1713 N)	4.50%	1242 lbf (5523 N)
73 – 96 F (Weight: 122 kg/km OD: 12.6 mm)	Light	950 ft (290 m)	972 lbf (4323 N)	0.80%	1378 lbf (6130 N)
	Medium	750 ft (229 m)	767 lbf (3413 N)	3.10%	1393 lbf (6197 N)
	Heavy	500 ft (152 m)	511 lbf (2275 N)	4.30%	1387 lbf (6170 N)
97 – 144 F (Weight: 196 kg/km OD: 16.1 mm)	Light	650 ft (198 m)	1066 lbf (4741 N)	0.90%	1359 lbf (6044 N)
	Medium	550 ft (168 m)	902 lbf (4011 N)	2.90%	1353 lbf (6017 N)
	Heavy	400 ft (122 m)	656 lbf (2917 N)	4.00%	1365 lbf (6070 N)

General Specifications
Product type	Fiber OSP cable Self-Supporting Short-Span, ADSS Single-mode (OS2)
Jacket Material	Polyethylene (PE)
Jacket Marking	Feet/Meter
Subunit Type	Gel-filled
Fiber Coloring	Blue, Orange, Green, Brown, Slate, White, Red, Black, Yellow,Violet, Rose, Aqua
Number of Tube Positions	6
Total Fiber Count	12	24	36	48	60	72	96	144
Number of Active Tubes	1	2	3	4	5	6	8	12
Number of Filling Elements	5	4	3	2	1	6	8	12
Number of Tube Positions	6						8	12
Fibers per Subunit, quantity	12

Dimensions
Buffer Tube/Subunit Diameter	2.5 mm (0.1 in)
Diameter Over Jacket	10.9 mm (0.43 in )						12.6 mm (0.5 in )	16.1 mm (0.63 in )

Mechanical Specifications
Minimum Bend Radius, loaded	328 mm (12.91 in)						378 mm (14.88 in)	484 mm (19.06 in)
Minimum Bend Radius, unloaded	218 mm (8.58 in)						252 mm (9.92 in)	322 mm (12.68 in)
Compression	22 N/mm \| 125.623 lbf/in
Flex	25 cycles
Impact	2.94 N-m \| 26.021 in lb
Twist	10 cycles

Optical Specifications, Wavelength Specifications
Fiber Type	G.652.D and G.657.A1
Attenuation, maximum	0.3 dB/km @ 1,550 nm \| 0.4 dB/km @ 1,310 nm/1383 nm

Environmental Specifications
Installation temperature	-30 °C to +70 °C (-22 °F to +158 °F)
Operating Temperature	-40 °C to +70 °C (-40 °F to +158 °F)
Storage Temperature	-40 °C to +75 °C (-40 °F to +167 °F)
Cable Qualification Standards	ANSI/ICEA S-87-640 \| IEEE-1222

Packaging and Weights
Cable weight	92 kg/km (61.82 lb/1000 ft)						122 kg/km (81.98 lb/1000 ft)	196 kg/km (131.71 lb/1000 ft)

ADSS Fiber Optic Cable FAQs

Q1: What is the maximum span length for an ADSS fiber optic cable?

A1: The maximum span length depends entirely on the mechanical design, environmental loads (wind/ice), and sag requirements. Typically, ADSS short-span cables are engineered for spans between 15m to 200m .

Q2: How do I choose the right span length and sagging for my ADSS cable project?

A2: Cable span selection must balance the actual distance between poles with regional environmental loads (such as maximum wind speed and ice thickness). Our short-span ADSS cables are optimized for standard 50m to 200m distributions. For larger spans or extreme weather areas, we customize the tensile rating by increasing the high-modulus aramid yarn layers to maintain safe sagging control.

Q3: When should I choose a TRPE (Track-Resistant) jacket instead of an AT jacket?

A3: It depends on the electric field potential of the space where the cable is installed. For power lines below 110 kV (space potential under 12 kV), a standard Polyethylene (PE) or Tracking-Resistant (TR) jacket is sufficient. For high-voltage lines up to 220 kV (space potential up to 25 kV), a high-grade TRPE (Track-Resistant Polyethylene) jacket is mandatory to prevent dry-band arcing and electrical tracking.

Q4: Does ADSS fiber cable need to be grounded?

A4: No. Because ADSS (All-Dielectric Self-Supporting) cables are constructed with 100% non-metallic materials (such as FRP strength members and aramid yarns), they are entirely non-conductive. Therefore, no grounding or bonding is required, making them completely safe for co-location on high-voltage power utility poles.

Q5: What standard accessories are required for ADSS cable installation?

A5: A standard OSP aerial installation requires specific pole-line hardware to protect the cable from stress:
Tension Clamps (Dead-ends): Used at turning points, terminal poles, and large spans.
Suspension Clamps: Used on straight-line intermediate poles to support the weight.
Armor Rods: Wrapped around the cable to distribute mechanical pressure.
Vibration Dampers: To eliminate aeolian vibration caused by crosswinds.

Q6: Can ADSS cables withstand heavy ice and extreme wind loads?

A6: Yes. High-quality ADSS cables are heavily reinforced with Aramid Yarn (Kevlar) as the tensile strength member. During the engineering design phase, the cable’s sag and tension are cross-calculated against regional weather standards (like NESC or IEC) to ensure structural integrity under severe ice accumulation and high wind loading.

Engineered for Reliability, Built for Trust

At Telexc, we don’t just supply hardware—we secure your global network deployment. Operating from China’s premier industrial clusters and the Tianjin logistics hub, we act as your private supply chain control tower, ensuring engineering precision and traceably consistent quality for every aerial installation.

Our Core Advantages

Full-Scenario Aerial Compatibility: We seamlessly bridge the gap between OSP fiber infrastructure, FTTH networks, and aerial deployment scenarios. Every component is structurally engineered to work harmoniously together, drastically increasing on-site installation efficiency.
Strict Engineering Standard Alignment: Our technical design loops strictly align with international benchmarks, including IEC, ITU-T, and IEEE standards. This ensures our hardware excels under extreme environmental stresses—from intense UV exposure to heavy wind and ice loads.
Independent Multi-Stage Quality Control: We act as your eyes on the ground. From raw material stress simulations to finished product compliance, our dedicated QC team performs rigorous multi-stage audits so you receive exactly what your engineers approved.
Optimized Logistics & Flexible Partnerships: Leveraging the logistics power of the Tianjin port, we guarantee reliable transit, competitive factory-direct structures, and transparent milestone tracking to keep your network projects moving forward without compromise.