Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside Plant (OSP) environments. The durable loose tube design offers reliable transmission performance over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers are placed inside gel-free buffer tubes. The core is constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped with flexible strength members covered with a water-blocking tape, then encased with a black inner jacket. Water-blocking yarns and a black outer jacket are applied. Rip cords are included under each jacket for ease of entry.

Features
• Available with up to 288-fiber
• Multiple fiber types including hybrids
• Central strength members available in metallic or dielectric
• Dry (SAP) core standard
• Standard tube size for all fiber counts
• Gel-free tubes

Benefits
• High fiber density
• Multiple network applications
• Metallic option offers ease of location, dielectric design eliminates grounding issues
• Reduces cable prep and installation time
• Reduces the number of tools required
• Speeds fiber access and cleanup

Specifications
Fiber Count - Available in 12-fiber up to 288-fiber

Standards Compliance
• Telcordia® GR-20-CORE
• RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT
• ICEA S-87-640-2011
• RoHS-compliant

Applications
• Underground duct and lashed aerial
• Trunk, distribution and feeder cables
• Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network