ASU Aerial Outdoor Fiber Optic Cable is an all-dielectric, compact loose-tube optic cable engineered for short-to-medium span aerial deployments in FTTH access, ISP distribution, and utility networks. Built with dual non-metallic Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) strength members and a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) outer jacket, it provides robust tensile performance, lightning immunity, and long-term weather resistance without requiring a messenger wire.
Key Engineering Features
All-Dielectric Dual FRP Structure: Completely non-metallic design eliminates electromagnetic interference and the need for grounding, making it safe for installation near energized power lines.
Lightweight Self-Supporting Design: Reduces structural load on utility poles and hardware, lowering installation cost and speeding up deployment.
Weather-Proof Outer Sheath: UV-resistant HDPE sheath withstands long-term solar radiation, moisture, thermal cycling, and environmental stress cracking.
Longitudinal Water-Blocking: Core filled with water-blocking compound inside PBT loose tubes to prevent moisture migration along the cable path.
High-Bandwidth Low-Attenuation Optical Transmission: Supports single-mode and multimode optical fibers with low attenuation for backhaul and access connectivity.
Target Applications
FTTH & FTTx Access Networks: Pole-to-pole drop and distribution runs.
Rural Broadband & ISP Infrastructure: Cost-effective aerial backhaul for medium/short spans.
Power Utility Communication: Aerial routing alongside power distribution infrastructure.
Campus & Industrial Networks: Inter-building outdoor overhead signal linkage.
OEM Customization & Commercial Terms
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Category |
Options / Conditions |
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Fiber Brand Options |
YOFC, Corning, FiberHome, OFS (subject to project requirements) |
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Sheath Variations |
HDPE, Standard PE, Anti-Tracking (AT) Sheath |
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Drum Lengths |
1,000m / 2,000m / 3,000m per drum (custom lengths available) |
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Drum Type |
Fumigated Export Wooden Drums / Steel-Wood Drums |
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Branding & Marking |
Customized cable outer sheath meter printing and drum labeling |
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MOQ |
1 km |
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Production Lead Time |
5 to 25 Business Days (dependent on order quantity) |
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Payment Terms |
T/T, L/C, Western Union, D/P |
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Export Ports |
Shenzhen / Guangzhou |
Quality Control & Testing Workflow
Every batch undergoes strict multi-stage verification to ensure mechanical and optical compliance prior to dispatch:
Raw Material Inspection: Optical fiber, FRP strength rods, PBT resins, and HDPE compounds undergo incoming verification.
Tube Filling & Fiber Identification: Precision gel-filling prevents longitudinal moisture ingress while color coding ensures trace accuracy.
In-Line Geometric Control: Continuous laser-gauge monitoring verifies outer diameter consistency and concentricity.
Mechanical Qualification: Tensile strength testing, crush resistance testing, impact testing, and repeated bending evaluations.
Pre-Shipment Optical Verification: 100% OTDR attenuation testing, continuity checks, and core verification.
Key Attributes
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Brand Name |
Sheng Tang |
Model Number |
ASU Cable |
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Type |
Fiber Optic Cable |
Place of Origin |
Guangdong, China |
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Number of Conductors |
≥ 10 |
Model Number |
ASU |
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Loose tube |
PBT |
Number of C |
≥ 10 |
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Fiber Type |
single mode/multimode |
Sheath |
PE /AT |
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Fiber count |
2-288 |
MOQ |
2000Meter/Meters |
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Application |
Telecommunication, Aerial, Duct |
Port |
GUANGZHOU |
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Place of Origin |
Guangdong, China (Mainland) |
Packaging And Delivery
| Packaging Details | ADSS fiber optic cable 's packing way: wooden drum or wooden iron drum 1000 m to 3000 m per drum, or any length size as customer required. | Port of dispatch | GUANGZHOU, SHENZHEN |
| Selling Units | Single item | Single package size | 20X25X10 cm |
| Single gross weight | 2.000 kg | Packaging examples |  |
Supply Capacity
| Supply Ability | 10000 kilograms per Month |
Lead time
| Quantity (meters) | 1 - 10000 | 10001 - 900000 | > 900000 |
| Lead time (days) | 5 | 25 | To be negotiated |
Customization options
| Option | Min. order: | Customization fee |
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Customized logo As requested |
1000 meters | -- |
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Customized packaging As requested |
1000 meters | -- |
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Graphic customization As requested |
1000 meters | -- |
Product Description
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G.652 |
G.655 |
50/125μm |
62.5/125μm |
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Attenuation (+20°C) |
@850nm |
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≤3.0dB/km |
≤3.0dB/km |
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@1300nm |
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≤1.0 dB/km |
≤1.0dB/km |
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@1310nm |
≤0.36dB/km |
≤0.4dB/km |
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@1550nm |
≤0.22dB/km |
≤0.23dB/km |
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Bandwidth (Class A) |
@850nm |
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≥500MHz/km |
≥200MHz/km |
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@1300nm |
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≥1000MHz/km |
≥600MHz/km |
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Numerical Aperture |
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0.2±0.015NA |
0.275±0.015NA |
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Cable Cut-off Wavelength λcc |
≤1260nm |
≤1480nm |
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Packaging & Export Standards
- Standardized wooden or steel-wood drums designed for container loading efficiency.
- Protective waterproof plastic wrapping with end-cap seals to prevent water entering the core.
- Clear drum markings containing gross weight, net weight, fiber count, length, and directional rolling arrows.
FAQ
Q: What installation spans is ASU cable best suited for?
A: ASU cable is optimized for short to medium aerial spans. Exact allowable span distance depends on project sag requirements, target wind/ice loading factors, and fiber core count.
Q: Why is dual FRP preferred over a central steel wire for aerial deployment?
A: Dual FRP rods make the cable 100% non-metallic and dielectric. This eliminates lightning risk, removes the requirement for grounding along utility poles, and allows safer installation near high-voltage distribution lines.
Q: Can we request specific fiber brands for tender compliance?
A: Yes. We integrate major global fiber brands-including YOFC, Corning, FiberHome, and OFS-into the cable structure based on your project specifications.
Q: What outer sheath option should be chosen for high-voltage environments?
A: For aerial routes installed parallel to or near high-voltage power lines where electrical tracking is a concern, an Anti-Tracking (AT) outer sheath can be selected instead of standard HDPE.
Q: What quality test reports are provided with each order?
A: Each drum shipment includes factory test reports covering optical attenuation (at 1310nm/1550nm), optical continuity verification, outer diameter concentricity records, and physical inspection certificates.
Q: Does custom outer sheath printing or drum labeling delay production lead time?
A: No. Custom meter marking, outer sheath printing, and personalized drum labeling are integrated directly into our standard production workflow without extending lead time. Production remains 5 to 25 business days based on order volume.
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