Fiber optic outdoor drop cables are engineered for Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) and Fiber-to-the-Building (FTTB) deployments, serving as the final connection from the distribution network to end-users. These “flat drop” or “figure-8” cables feature a compact, lightweight design with parallel strength members for enhanced tensile and crush resistance, ideal for aerial, duct, or direct-buried installations. The 2km spool length supports longer rural or suburban runs, reducing the need for multiple joins. They incorporate bend-insensitive fibers to minimize signal loss in tight bends and are UV/water-resistant with low-smoke zero-halogen (LSZH) or polyethylene (PE) jackets for environmental durability.

Key Features and Specifications

• Fiber Type: Single-mode G.657A1/A2 (bend-insensitive, 9/125μm core) for low-loss transmission.
• Core Counts: Typically 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, or 12 cores.
• Dimensions: Flat profile, e.g., 3x2mm (1-core) to 5x2mm (multi-core).
• Strength Members: 2x FRP (0.4-0.5mm) + 1-3x steel wire (1.0mm) for tensile strength up to 200-300N short-term.
• Jacket: Black LSZH/PE for UV/flame resistance, easy stripping, and weatherproofing.
• Attenuation: ≤0.36 dB/km at 1310nm; ≤0.22 dB/km at 1550nm, supporting up to 100Gbps bandwidth.
• Applications: Aerial FTTH drops, telecom extensions, surveillance systems, high-speed broadband (VoIP, 4K streaming).
• Standards: ITU-T G.657 compliant; RoHS; gel-free for simplified splicing; operating temp -40°C to +70°C.

These cables ensure reliable performance in harsh outdoor conditions, with MTBF exceeding 10^6 hours.