
Flat Drop Cable
Model: 4.5x9.8mm Traceable SST Fiber Drop Cables with Copper Tracer Wire
SST-drop dielectric cables offer the ease of installation of standard ALTOS cables in an easy-access, single-tube design. The dielectric version eliminates any bonding and grounding requirements. The cables are RUS listed and offer exceptional crush resistance,and are available in pre-connectorized assemblies. The SST flat drop cable offers the perfect solution for drop applications.
- Product Introduction
4.5x9.8mm Traceable SST Flat Fiber Drop Cables with Copper Tracer Wire
The 4.5x9.8mm Toneable SST Flat Drop Cable with Copper Tracer Wire provides a sophisticated and efficient solution for telecommunications and data transmission. Ideal for residential broadband and commercial data networks, this Flat Drop Cable delivers reliable, high-performance connectivity.
Engineered for durability and flexibility, the Flat Drop Cable features a robust yet manageable 4.5mm diameter and 9.8mm width profile suitable for diverse installation environments. Its construction includes single-mode or multi-mode fiber optic cores, protected by layers ensuring minimal signal loss over long distances.
A key advantage of this Flat Drop Cable is its integrated toneable capability, facilitated by the copper tracer wire within. This wire enables straightforward location and identification using tone generators and probes, significantly simplifying installation, management, and network troubleshooting.
The 'Toneable SST' designation refers to the advanced single-mode (or multi-mode) fiber technology utilized. This SST core ensures exceptional performance with low attenuation and high bandwidth, enabling efficient, reliable transmission supporting high-speed internet, HD video, and data-intensive applications for all use cases.
Features for Flat Drop Fiber Cable:
• Standard practices and hardware compatibility
• Fiber protection and signal integrity
• Material acceptability
• Eliminates bonding and grounding requirements
• Improves ease of handling and installation; reduces transportation and storage costs
Flat Drop Cable Structures:
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ITEMS |
DESCRIPTION |
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Fiber count |
1 |
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Tight buffer
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OD (mm): |
0.9±0.05 |
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Material: |
LSZH |
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In Sheath
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OD (mm): |
3.0 |
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Material: |
LSZH |
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Strength member |
Aramid yarn |
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Water Block Material: |
Water blocking yarn |
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Strength member |
G-FRP-1.6mm |
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Sheath
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Thickness: |
Non. 0.8mm |
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Material: |
HDPE |
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OD of cable (mm) |
4.5*9.8mm±0.3 |
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Net weight (kg/km) |
43 |
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Mechanical and Environmental Performance for The Flat Drop Cable:
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NO. |
ITEMS |
TEST METHOD |
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA |
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1 |
Tensile Loading Test |
Test method: IEC 60794-1-E1 - Long-tensile load:350N - Short-tensile load:800N - Cable length:≥50m |
- Attenuation increment@1550nm:≤0.1dB - No jacket cracking and fiber breakage |
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Crush Resistance Test |
Test method: IEC 60794-1-E3 - Long load:300 N/100mm - Short load:1000 N/100mm Load time:1 minutes |
- Attenuation increment@1550nm:≤0.1dB - No jacket cracking and fiber breakage |
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3 |
Impact Resistance Test |
Test method: IEC 60794-1-E4 - Impact height:1m - Impact weigh: 450g - Impact point:≥5 - Impact frequency:≥3/point |
- Attenuation increment@1550nm:≤0.1dB - No jacket cracking and fiber breakage |
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4 |
Repeated Bending |
Test method: IEC 60794-1-E6 - Mandrel diameter:20D (D = cable diameter) - Subject weight:15kg - Bending frequency:30 times - Bending speed:2s/time |
- Attenuation increment@1550nm:≤0.1dB - No jacket cracking and fiber breakage |
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Torsion Test |
Test method: IEC 60794-1-E7 - Length:1m - Subject weight:25kg - Angle:±180 degree - Frequency:≥10/point |
- Attenuation increment@1550nm:≤0.1dB - No jacket cracking and fiber breakage |
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Water Penetration Test |
Test method: IEC 60794-1-F5B - Height of pressure head:1m - Length of specimen:3m - Test time: 24 hours |
- No leakage through the open cable end |
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Temperature Cycling Test |
Test method: IEC 60794-1-F1 - Temperature steps:+20℃,-40℃,+70℃,+20℃ - Testing Time:24 hours/step - Cycle index:2 |
- Attenuation increment@1550nm:≤0.1dB - No jacket cracking and fiber breakage |
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Drop Performance |
Test method: IEC 60794-1-E14 - Testing length:30cm - Temperature range:70±2℃ - Testing Time:24 hours |
- No filling compound drop out |
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Temperature |
Operating: -40℃~+60℃ Store/Transport: -50℃~+70℃ Installation: -20℃~+60℃ |
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Application in FTTA:
Optimized for FTTA (Fiber-to-the-Antenna) deployments, flat drop cables provide crucial feeder links to remote radio heads (RRUs). Their slim, low-profile design enables easy installation in tight spaces, across cable ladders, and over building edges without bulky ducts. Key features include exceptional crush resistance, superior bend tolerance, UV/weather protection for harsh outdoor environments, and high tensile strength (often up to 2000N). Typically containing 2-6 fibers (SM), they ensure reliable, high-capacity fronthaul/backhaul connectivity for wireless networks.
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FAQ:
Why include a Copper Tracer Wire in this Flat Drop Cable ?
The copper wire allows technicians to locate buried cables using electronic detection tools, simplifying maintenance and repairs.
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