Optical Fiber Cables

Underwater Cable

Steel-wire armored optical cable for submarine, river, lake and inland water crossings, up to 216 fibers. Withstands pressure, water ingress and mechanical stress; also suitable for direct burial.

Underwater Cable — ZTT fiber optic product

Features & Characteristics

  • S-Z stranded (up to 216 fibers)
  • Steel wire or FRP for center strength member
  • Installable in islands, rivers, lakes
  • Also usable for direct buried installation
  • Good water penetration, mechanical and environmental performance
  • In accordance with IEC, ITU and EIA standards

Applications

  • Submarine and inland water crossings
  • River and lake fiber links

Typical Specifications

Single-armor (OFC-24-FSwUW-S1)
Ø 15.3 mm, 380 kg/km, 10 000 N, 5000 N/10cm
Double-armor (OFC-24-FSw2UW-S1)
Ø 18.9 mm, 800 kg/km, 20 000 N, 6000 N/10cm

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