FieldShield Aerial 500 Microduct
FieldShield Aerial 500 Microduct is a 10 mm diameter, self supporting (figure-8 style) microduct intended to deploy fiber the same way an aerial drop is installed. Designed to comply with North American storm and ice loading standards, the 3.18 mm stranded galvanized wire strength member makes FieldShield Aerial 500 Microduct the perfect solution for spanning lengths 250 to 500 feet or lashing to an existing support strand. The FieldShield Aerial 500 Microduct supports FieldShield Pushable Optical Fiber up to 4 mm in diameter.
Technical Specifications
| Length | 1,500 feet per spool (-0 / +5%) |
| Outside Diameter | 0.394" (10 mm) |
| Inside Diameter | 0.248" (6.29 mm) |
| Wall Thickness | 0.073" (1.855 mm) |
| Slip Layer | Minimum 0.004" (0.102 mm) |
| Span | 500 feet maximum |
| Ovality | ≤ 5% |
| Crush Resistance | 900 psi |
| Installation Tension | 1,200 lbf |
| Minimum Bend-Radius | 6" radius |
| Material | HDPE |
| Operating Temperature | -40°F to 176°F (-40°C to 80°C) |
| Installation Temperature | -14°F to 158°F (-26°C to 70°C) |
| Color | Black |
| Figure 8 Strength Wire Material | 7 x 19 stranded galvanized |
| Strength Wire Diameter | 0.125" (3.18 mm) |
| Markings | Part number, lot number, footage markers every two feet |
| Spool Size | 12"ID x 23.5"OD x 14.5"IW |
| Weight (1,500 feet on spool) | 108 lbs |
Features & Benefits
Integrity
- Compliant to Telcordia GR-3155
Protection
- High crush and tension resistance protects duct from harshest environmental conditions
- Made with HDPE to prevent degradation from sun and elements
Access
- Industry standard black for high visibility in aerial applications
- External aerial strength support easily attaches to existing support strands
- Quick and easy to install in self supporting aerial applications
- Smooth core with additional slip lining enables fiber to be pushed or pulled with minimal resistance
- Standard nylon pull string simplifies deployment of fiber when pulling or using a push/pull combo
Investment
- Tech-friendly deployment methods reduce installation expenses