Many fiber optic installations require direct buried applications. For any direct burial, the use of an armor tape cable design or a plowed conduit system is recommended. This will preclude cable damage during installation and provide additional support and rodent protection. 1 Fiber optic cables are typically buried at depths from 36 to 54 inches. […]
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Loose Tube Vs. Ribbon Fiber Cabling
Making the Right Fiber Cable Choice can Improve Overall Performance of Distribution Cables in the PON In the distribution portion of the passive optical network (PON) for fiber-tothe-premise (FTTP) architectures, the choice of fiber cabling – ribbon vs. loose tube – can directly impact ease of installation and future performance. As is usually the case […]