FTTH Drop Cable Assemblies
Clearfield’s proven ruggedized drop cable solutions include HFOC, ruggedized flat drop and ruggedized pigtail for splicing.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Core Size and Type | Singlemode |
| Fiber Count | 1-fiber and 2-fiber |
| Jacket O.D. | 2.0 mm, 3.0 mm ruggedized |
| Cable Types | Flat Drop Cable (Dielectric/Toneable) |
| Connector Types | SC/UPC, SC/APC, LC/UPC, LC/APC, HFOC/APC |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F) |
| Breakout Length | Half meter, custom |
Minimum Performance Specifications for Terminated Singlemode Connectors
| Connector Type | Ferrule Material | Polish Type | Ins. Loss Typical | Max Ins. Loss | Min. Ret. Loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST | Ceramic | UPC | 0.15 dB | 0.30 | 55.00 |
| SC | Ceramic | UPC | 0.15 | 0.30 | 55.00 |
| FC | Ceramic | UPC | 0.15 | 0.30 | 55.00 |
| LC | Ceramic | UPC | 0.15 | 0.30 | 55.00 |
| SC | Ceramic | APC | 0.20 | 0.30 | 65.00 |
| FC | Ceramic | APC | 0.20 | 0.30 | 65.00 |
| LC | Ceramic | APC | 0.20 | 0.30 | 65.00 |
Features & Benefits
Integrity
- Terminations are designed and tested to Telcordia GR-326
- Supports industry standard singlemode connectors
- Singlemode and multimode cable available
Protection
- Uses ruggedized OSP rated flat drop cable
- Single loose-tube gel-filled resists water from penetration
- Rugged black UV resistant jacket with two fiberglass strength members gives it the strength needed for all harsh environments
- All-dielectric option allows deployment near power lines and utilities
Access
- Flat Drop cable construction allows for installation in buried or aerial applications
- Industry standard terminations include ST, SC, FC, LC (ask a Clearfield ® representative for other available connectors)
- Toneable cables allow for traceability throughout the network
Investment
- Ruggedized flat drop assemblies offer an economical solution for deploying fiber in any OSP optical network
- Environmentally stable, low-insertion loss, minimal back reflection
- All assemblies are 100% tested