Outdoor Aerial FTTH Drop Fanout Cable

2. Compliance Standards

2.1 IEC Standards

• IEC 61754 series: Fiber connector interfaces

• IEC 61755 series: Fiber optic connector optical interfaces

• IEC 61753 series: Fiber optical interconnecting devices and passive components performance standard

• IEC 61300 series: Fiber optic interconnecting devices and passive components – basic test and measurement

• IEC 60794-2-50: Indoor optical fiber cables for simplex and duplex cables for use in patch cords

• IEC 60332-1: Flame retardant test

• IEC 60332-3-22 Category A: Flame propagation test

• IEC 60332-3-24: Test for flame propagation of 2 mm patch cables installed vertically in shafts

2.2 ITU-T Standard

• ITU-T G.657A2: Characteristics of single-mode (SM) optical fiber

2.3 Other Standards

• RoHS Compliant

• Telecorida Standards

• UL94 V-0: Flame resistance standard for connectors

3. Design and Construction

3.1 Fiber Configuration

• Fiber Type: ITU-T G.657A2 single-mode optical fiber, bending sensitive

• Fiber Count: 4 fibers

• Secondary Coating: 0.9 mm tight-buffered coating, ensuring mechanical protection and ease of handling

3.2 Strength Member

• Material: Water-swellable aramid yarn, providing excellent tensile strength and moisture resistance to enhance the cable's durability in outdoor environments

3.3 Outer Jacket

• Material: Flame-retardant, halogen-free polyolefin (PO)

• UV Stabilized: Ensures resistance to ultraviolet radiation, preventing jacket degradation under prolonged outdoor exposure

• Color: Black

3.4 Physical Dimensions

• Cable Diameter: 3.5 mm

• Bend Radius: 30 mm (minimum)

4. Performance Requirements

4.1 Optical Performance

• Insertion Loss: Maximum 0.30 dB (measured according to IEC 61300-3-4)

• Return Loss:

• UPC Connectors (SC/UPC, LC/UPC): Minimum 50 dB

• APC Connectors (SC/APC, LC/APC): Minimum 60 dB (measured according to IEC 61300-3-6)

4.2 Temperature Performance

• Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C

• Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C

• Installation Temperature: -10 °C to +60 °C

4.3 Mechanical Performance

• Tensile Force: To be determined based on actual application requirements and compliance with relevant standards

• Crush Resistance: To be determined based on actual application requirements and compliance with relevant standards

• Impact Resistance: To be determined based on actual application requirements and compliance with relevant standards

• Torsion Resistance: To be determined based on actual application requirements and compliance with relevant standards

4.4 Fire Performance

• Flame Retardancy: Complies with IEC 60332-1 and IEC 60332-3-22 Category A

• Vertical Shaft Flame Propagation: Complies with IEC 60332-3-24 for 2 mm patch cables

• Connector Flame Resistance: Complies with UL94 V-0

5. Application

The cable is specifically designed for aerial and external FTTH network installations that require a ruggedized and self-supporting solution. It is suitable for use in various outdoor environmental conditions, providing reliable fiber optic connectivity for residential, commercial, and industrial FTTH deployments. Available with UPC and APC connector variants to meet different network performance requirements.

6. General Requirements

• The cable shall be manufactured using high-quality materials that meet the specified standards and requirements.

• All manufacturing processes shall be controlled to ensure consistent product quality and performance.

• The cable shall be free from defects such as cracks, bubbles, or irregularities in the jacket, and the fiber shall be properly aligned and protected.

• Packaging shall be suitable for transportation and storage, preventing damage to the cable during handling and shipment.