Our 144 core CST armored fiber optic cable delivers exceptional performance and durability for demanding network applications. This multi-loose tube cable features a robust design, incorporating a central strength member surrounded by 12 loose tubes, each housing 12 fibers encased in a protective jelly compound.
Key Features
- High Fiber Count: Offers ample capacity to meet the needs of large-scale network deployments.
- Flame Retardant: Ensures safety and protection in case of fire.
- Armored Protection: The corrugated steel tape (CST) armoring provides excellent mechanical protection against external forces.
- Versatile Design: Available in a range of fiber counts (12 to 288 cores) to suit various network requirements.
- Water-Blocking: Effective protection against moisture intrusion.
- Customizable Sheathing: Choose from PE, LSZH, or other materials to match specific installation environments.
Ideal for both indoor and outdoor installations, this cable is suitable for a wide range of applications including telecommunications, data centers, and industrial networks.
Contact us to discuss your specific requirements and explore our customization options.
Optical Characteristics
| Optical Characteristics | G.652 | G.655 | 50/125μm | 62.5/125μm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attenuation (+20℃) | @850nm | ≤3.0 dB/km | ≤3.0 dB/km | ||
| @1300nm | ≤1.0 dB/km | ≤1.0 dB/km | |||
| @1310nm | ≤0.36 dB/km | ≤0.40 dB/km | @1310nm | ||
| @1550nm | ≤0.22 dB/km | ≤0.23dB/km | |||
| Bandwidth | @850nm | ≥600 MHz·km | ≥200 MHz·km | ||
| @1300nm | ≥1200 MHz·km | ≥600 MHz·km | |||
| Numerical Aperture | 0.200±0.015 NA | 0.275±0.015 NA | |||
| Cable Cut-off Wavelength λcc | ≤1260nm | ≤1450nm | |||
Technical Parameters
| Fiber Count | Loose Tube Structure | Fibre per Tube | Loose Tube Diameter (mm) | CSM / pad Diameter (mm) | Outer Sheath Thickness (mm) | Cable Diameter (mm) | Cable Weight (kg/km) | Tensile Strength Short Term (N) | Crush Short Term (N) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | 4 | 2.4±0.1 | – | 1.5±0.1 | 8.1±0.5 | 82 | 1100N | 1000N |
| 8 | 1 | 8 | 2.4±0.1 | – | 1.5±0.1 | 8.1±0.5 | 82 | ||
| 12 | 1 | 12 | 2.4±0.1 | – | 1.5±0.1 | 8.1±0.5 | 82 | ||
| 24 | 1 | 24 | 3.2±0.1 | – | 1.5±0.1 | 8.7±0.5 | 91 | ||
| 48 | 1+6 | 12 | 2.0±0.1 | 2.3/2.3 | 1.6±0.1 | 12.2±0.5 | 166 | 2600N | 1000N |
| 96 | 1+8 | 12 | 2.0±0.1 | 3.4/3.4 | 1.6±0.1 | 13.1±0.5 | 192 | ||
| 144 | 1+12 | 12 | 2.0±0.1 | 3.4/6.3 | 1.6±0.1 | 15.9±0.5 | 263 | ||
| 288 | 1+9+5 | 12 | 2.0±0.1 | 3.0/4.2 | 1.6±0.1 | 17.8±0.5 | 318 |