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Electrical Component Parameter Reference

An open technical reference for electrical component types, their applications, and selection parameters.

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Device description

Fiber Optic Cable

Cable for transmission of data by optical signals through single-mode or multimode fibres.

A fibre-optic cable contains one or more optical fibres arranged in buffers, tubes, micro-modules, ribbons, or other protective elements. The mechanical construction protects the fibres during installation and service.

The fibres may be multimode OM categories or single-mode OS categories, and their characteristics may additionally refer to applicable ITU-T recommendations. Core, cladding, and coating diameters and the optical properties of the specific fibre type are relevant.

Transmission characteristics include attenuation at defined wavelengths, modal bandwidth for multimode fibre, and chromatic and polarization-mode dispersion for applicable single-mode fibre.

Cable construction defines fibre, tube, and ribbon counts, the presence of a central strength member, and use of aramid yarn. Permissible tensile load and crush resistance are also important mechanical parameters.

Selection criteria include fibre type and category, fibre count, cable construction, operating wavelengths, attenuation, bandwidth, mechanical requirements, and compliance with IEC 60793 and IEC 60794.

Components in this subcategory

Fibre-optic cables for LAN, backbone, telecommunications, industrial networking, and long-distance communication links.

Available parameters

Fiber Optic Cable

132 parameters
General10
Product Series

Commercial or technical designation of a manufacturer's product family sharing a common design and compatible characteristics.

Application

Range of tasks and systems for which the manufacturer recommends the component.

Intended Use

Primary function of the device and its intended use as defined by its design and the manufacturer's documentation.

Widthmm

External horizontal dimension of the product between its outermost lateral points.

Heightmm

External vertical dimension of the product from its lowest to its highest point.

Torsion Resistant

Indicates manufacturer-declared resistance to repeated or specified torsional mechanical loading.

Ozone Resistant

Indicates whether the product materials retain their declared properties when exposed to ozone.

Optical Fiber Type

Primary optical propagation type of the fibres contained in the cable.

Optical Fiber Category

Manufacturer-declared standardized optical fibre category such as OS1, OS2 or OM1 to OM5.

ITU-T Fiber Recommendation

Applicable ITU-T optical fibre recommendation declared for the fibres in the cable.

Dimensions11
Lengthmm

External linear dimension of the product along its longitudinal direction or principal length axis.

Diametermm

Transverse dimension of a product or its circular element measured through the centre between opposite points of the circumference.

Net Weightkg

Mass of the product itself, excluding transport packaging, additional accessories, and external equipment.

Mass per Meterkg/m

Manufacturer-declared product mass per unit length.

Outer Sheath Thicknessmm

Nominal thickness of the external protective cable sheath.

Armour Wire Diametermm

Nominal diameter of an individual armour wire where wire armour is used.

Armour Thicknessmm

Nominal thickness of the armour layer or armour element where applicable.

Optical Fiber Core Diametermm

Nominal diameter of the optical fibre core.

Optical Fiber Cladding Diametermm

Nominal outside diameter of the optical cladding.

Optical Fiber Coating Diametermm

Nominal outside diameter of the primary coated optical fibre.

Optical Fiber Mode Field Diametermm

Manufacturer-declared mode field diameter for applicable single-mode optical fibre.

Capacity and Layout5
Fiber Count

Total number of optical fibres contained in the finished cable.

Optical Fiber Tube Count

Number of loose tubes, micro-modules or equivalent fibre-containing tubular elements.

Optical Fibers per Tube

Nominal number of optical fibres contained in one tube or micro-module.

Optical Fiber Ribbon Count

Number of optical fibre ribbons contained in the cable.

Optical Fibers per Ribbon

Number of optical fibres contained in one fibre ribbon.

Materials and Finish12
Outer Sheath Material

Primary material of the outer protective sheath or jacket of a cable.

Outer Sheath Color

Color of the distinct outer sheath or jacket.

Outer Sheath Present

Indicates that the insulated conductor has a distinct outer sheath or jacket in addition to its primary electrical insulation.

Filler Present

Indicates that filler material is used between cable cores to form or stabilize the cable construction.

Filler Material

Primary material used as filler between cable cores.

Ripcord Present

Indicates that a ripcord or tear cord is incorporated beneath the cable sheath to assist sheath removal.

Ripcord Material

Primary material used for the cable ripcord or tear cord.

Armour Material

Primary metallic material used for the cable armour.

Longitudinal Water-Blocking Material

Primary material or technology used to provide longitudinal water blocking within the cable construction.

Optical Fiber Buffer Type

Mechanical buffering or fibre organization construction used inside the optical cable.

Central Strength Member Material

Material of the central mechanical strength member.

Optical Fiber Color Code Standard

Manufacturer-declared fibre or tube colour coding standard.

Mounting and Installation7
Installation Location

Permissible installation location of the product: indoors, outdoors, in a technical area, or as part of equipment.

Flexible

Indicates the ability of the product to bend or change shape within its design limits without loss of normal function.

Minimum Bend Radiusmm

Minimum bend radius declared by the manufacturer at which installation or operation of the product is permitted without unacceptable damage.

Minimum Dynamic Bend Radiusmm

Minimum manufacturer-declared bend radius for repeated dynamic flexing under the specified operating conditions.

Maximum Pulling ForceN

Maximum manufacturer-declared pulling or installation force that may be applied to the product without mechanical damage.

Suitable for Direct Burial

Indicates that the cable is manufacturer-declared as suitable for direct burial in soil without an additional continuous cable duct or conduit.

Cable Installation Methods

Manufacturer-declared or standardized installation and routing methods for which the cable is suitable. This describes how the cable itself may be laid or routed and is distinct from mounting_type used for mounting standalone products.

Electrical Parameters12
Optical Fiber Numerical Aperture

Manufacturer-declared numerical aperture of the optical fibre where applicable.

Supported Optical Wavelengthsnm

Common operating wavelengths for which the optical fibre cable is manufacturer-declared.

Maximum Optical Attenuation at 850 nmdB/km

Maximum manufacturer-declared optical attenuation at 850 nm.

Maximum Optical Attenuation at 1300 nmdB/km

Maximum manufacturer-declared optical attenuation at 1300 nm.

Maximum Optical Attenuation at 1310 nmdB/km

Maximum manufacturer-declared optical attenuation at 1310 nm.

Maximum Optical Attenuation at 1550 nmdB/km

Maximum manufacturer-declared optical attenuation at 1550 nm.

Maximum Optical Attenuation at 1625 nmdB/km

Maximum manufacturer-declared optical attenuation at 1625 nm.

Minimum OFL Bandwidth at 850 nmMHz*km

Minimum manufacturer-declared overfilled-launch modal bandwidth at 850 nm.

Minimum OFL Bandwidth at 1300 nmMHz*km

Minimum manufacturer-declared overfilled-launch modal bandwidth at 1300 nm.

Minimum Effective Modal Bandwidth at 850 nmMHz*km

Minimum manufacturer-declared effective modal bandwidth at 850 nm.

Maximum Chromatic Dispersion at 1550 nmps/(nm*km)

Maximum manufacturer-declared chromatic dispersion at 1550 nm.

Maximum Polarization Mode Dispersionps/sqrt(km)

Maximum manufacturer-declared polarization mode dispersion coefficient.

Protection and Safety19
Armoured

Indicates that the cable incorporates a mechanical armour layer.

Armour Type

Mechanical construction of the cable armour layer.

Longitudinal Water Blocking

Indicates that the cable construction includes barriers intended to limit longitudinal water propagation along the cable.

Longitudinal Water Penetration Test Compliant

Indicates manufacturer-declared compliance with the applicable longitudinal water-penetration test for the cable construction.

Radial Water Barrier Present

Indicates that the cable incorporates a continuous construction layer intended to limit radial water ingress through the cable covering.

Radial Water Barrier Type

Construction type of the radial moisture or water barrier incorporated in the cable.

Abrasion Resistant

Indicates that the cable outer construction is designed or qualified for enhanced abrasion resistance.

Crush Resistant

Indicates manufacturer-declared resistance to mechanical crushing or compressive loading under the applicable test conditions.

Halogen-Free

Indicates whether the product material is classified as halogen-free according to the characteristics declared by the manufacturer.

Flame Retardant

Indicates the manufacturer-declared ability of a material or product to limit the spread of combustion under specified test conditions.

Low Smoke

Indicates manufacturer-declared low-smoke performance of the cable materials.

Limiting Oxygen Index%

Manufacturer-declared limiting oxygen index of the applicable insulation, sheath or complete product material system.

Minimum Smoke Light Transmittance%

Minimum manufacturer-declared light transmittance measured during the applicable smoke-density test.

Maximum Halogen Acid Gas Content%

Maximum manufacturer-declared halogen acid gas content determined for the applicable cable material or product construction.

Minimum Combustion Gas pH

Minimum manufacturer-declared pH value of the aqueous solution obtained from gases evolved during combustion.

Maximum Combustion Gas ConductivityµS/mm

Maximum manufacturer-declared conductivity measured for the aqueous solution obtained from gases evolved during combustion.

Short-Term Optical Cable Tensile LoadN

Maximum manufacturer-declared short-term tensile load for the optical fibre cable.

Long-Term Optical Cable Tensile LoadN

Maximum manufacturer-declared long-term tensile load for the optical fibre cable.

Optical Cable Crush LoadN/100mm

Manufacturer-declared crush load or crush resistance value for the optical fibre cable.

Environmental Conditions16
Installation Environment

Environmental conditions under which installation and operation of the product are permitted.

Water Resistant

Indicates manufacturer-declared resistance to water exposure under the applicable product or test conditions.

Weather Resistant

Indicates whether the product is designed for the combination of weather influences specified by the manufacturer.

UV Resistant

Indicates whether the material and coating are designed to withstand ultraviolet radiation.

Outdoor Weathering Test Durationh

Duration of accelerated or natural weathering testing of the product.

Oil Resistant

Indicates whether the product materials retain their declared properties when exposed to the specified oils.

Chemical Resistance

Groups of chemicals or environments whose effects the product can withstand under the declared conditions.

Solar Radiation Resistant

Indicates whether the product's resistance to solar radiation has been verified.

Maximum Solar RadiationW/m²

Maximum solar radiation flux density permitted under the declared operating conditions.

Minimum Operating Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature at which normal operation of the product is permitted.

Maximum Operating Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature at which normal operation of the product is permitted.

Minimum Storage Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature permitted during storage of the product while not in operation.

Maximum Storage Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature permitted during storage of the product while not in operation.

Minimum Installation Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature at which the manufacturer permits installation of the product.

Maximum Installation Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature at which the manufacturer permits installation of the product.

Maximum Relative Humidity%

Maximum relative air humidity permitted for the declared operating or test condition.

Special Features3
Central Strength Member Present

Indicates that the optical cable includes a central mechanical strength member.

Aramid Yarn Strength Member Present

Indicates that aramid yarn is used as a tensile strength member.

Bend-Insensitive Fiber

Indicates use of manufacturer-declared bend-insensitive optical fibre.

Standards and Compliance23
IEC 60332-1-2 Compliant

Compliance with IEC 60332-1-2 vertical flame propagation test requirements applicable to a single insulated wire or cable.

IEC 60754-1 Compliant

Compliance with applicable IEC 60754-1 requirements for determination of halogen acid gas content from cable materials.

IEC 60754-2 Compliant

Compliance with applicable IEC 60754-2 requirements for determination of acidity and conductivity of gases evolved during combustion.

IEC 61034-2 Compliant

Compliance with applicable IEC 61034-2 smoke-density test requirements for burning cables or wires.

CPR Reaction-to-Fire Class

Manufacturer-declared reaction-to-fire class for electric cables or wires under the applicable CPR classification system.

CPR Smoke Production Class

Manufacturer-declared supplementary CPR smoke-production classification.

CPR Flaming Droplets Class

Manufacturer-declared supplementary CPR classification for flaming droplets or particles.

CPR Acidity Class

Manufacturer-declared supplementary CPR acidity classification based on combustion-gas pH and conductivity.

CPR Flame Spread Heightmm

Manufacturer-declared or test-reported vertical flame spread height used in the applicable reaction-to-fire assessment.

CPR Total Heat Release at 1200 sMJ

Test-reported total heat release over 1200 seconds where declared for CPR reaction-to-fire classification.

CPR Peak Heat Release RatekW

Test-reported peak heat release rate where declared for CPR reaction-to-fire classification.

CPR FIGRAW/s

Fire growth rate index reported for the applicable CPR reaction-to-fire test.

CPR Total Smoke Production at 1200 sm²

Test-reported total smoke production over 1200 seconds where declared for CPR classification.

CPR Peak Smoke Production Ratem²/s

Test-reported peak smoke production rate where declared for CPR classification.

EN 50575 Compliant

Manufacturer-declared compliance with EN 50575 where the wire or cable is placed on the market for permanent incorporation in construction works and the standard is applicable.

Certification and Conformity Marks

Certification, market-approval, or conformity marks applicable to the product.

CE Marked

Indicates whether the CE marking is applied to the product where applicable.

RoHS Compliant

Indicates whether product compliance with applicable RoHS restrictions on hazardous substances has been declared.

REACH Compliant

Indicates whether the manufacturer declares compliance of the product with applicable REACH Regulation requirements.

IEC 60794-1-1 Compliant

Manufacturer-declared compliance with IEC 60794-1-1 generic requirements for optical fibre cables.

IEC 60794 Applicable Part

Applicable sectional or family part of IEC 60794 explicitly declared for the optical cable.

IEC 60793 Compliant

Manufacturer-declared compliance of the contained optical fibres with the applicable IEC 60793 requirements.

IEC 60793 Applicable Part

Applicable IEC 60793 part explicitly declared for the optical fibre type.

Logistics14
Gross Weightkg

Mass of the product together with its individual packaging and the accessories included in it.

Package Widthmm

External horizontal dimension of the product's individual package.

Package Heightmm

External vertical dimension of the product's individual package.

Package Depthmm

External depth dimension of the product's individual package.

Package Volumem³

Calculated or declared external volume of the product's individual package.

Packaging Type

Design type of the product's individual or transport packaging.

Packaging Material

Primary materials from which the product packaging is made.

Package Tare Weightkg

Mass of the empty packaging without the product and its accessories.

Units per Package

Number of individual products contained in one packaging unit at the specified level.

Recyclable Packaging

Indicates whether the packaging used is declared recyclable as secondary raw material.

Reusable Packaging

Indicates whether the packaging is designed for reuse without changing its primary purpose.

Returnable Packaging

Indicates whether the packaging is intended to be returned to the supplier, manufacturer, or another participant in the logistics chain.

Country of Origin

Country of origin of the goods declared for customs or commercial purposes.

HS Code

Commodity code under the international Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System.