288 pairs of fiber optic cable connectors

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288-pair fiber optic cables are available as pre-terminated, armored, and gel-free assemblies with LC, SC, FC, or ST connectors for high-density outdoor and indoor applications.

Overview

288-pair fiber optic cables are designed for high-capacity networks, including campus backbones, FTTH deployments, and data centers. These cables can be pre-terminated with connectors, fully tested, and ready for installation, which reduces field termination time and ensures consistent performance (LANshack) .

Cable Types and Construction

Outdoor Armored Direct Burial (OSPDB): Features a polyethylene (PE) jacket, corrugated steel armor, and water-blocking materials for protection against crushing, rodents, and environmental hazards. Suitable for direct burial, overhead lashed, or building-mounted installations (LANshack) .
Loose Tube Gel-Free Cables: Flexible, water-blocked tubes with 12–36 fibers per ribbon, allowing easy mid-span access and simple installation in ducts or aerial applications (Corning) .
ADSS (All-Dielectric Self-Supporting) Cables: Designed for aerial deployment without messenger wires, supporting singlemode fibers in 6–288 fiber counts, ideal for FTTH or distribution networks (American Tech Supply) .

Connector Options

LC, SC, FC (UPC or APC), ST (UPC): Connectors can be customized per project requirements. Pre-terminated assemblies often include staggered connector placement and individual plastic wrapping to prevent contamination during installation (LANshack) .
Pre-Terminated Assemblies: Include pulling eyes, heat-shrink tubing, and strain relief for smooth installation. Lengths can range from 10 feet to 5,000 feet depending on project needs (LANshack) .

Technical Specifications

Fiber Type: Singlemode OS2 (SMF-28® or equivalent)
Fiber Core Size: 9/125 µm
Wavelengths: 1310/1383/1550 nm
Maximum Attenuation: 0.35–0.5 dB/km
Outer Diameter: 18–20.5 mm depending on cable type
Bend Radius: 20–41 cm operational, 30–61 cm during installation
Temperature Range: -40°C to +70°C operational
Tensile Strength: 890 N long-term, 2700 N short-term (Corning)

Applications

Outdoor Backbone Networks: Campus, inter-building, and metro networks
Indoor/Outdoor Duct Installations: Loose tube or gel-free cables for easy routing
Aerial Deployments: ADSS cables for self-supporting aerial fiber runs
High-Density Data Centers: Pre-terminated 288-fiber assemblies for rapid deployment

Considerations

Installation: Use proper conduit or duct size (≥3" recommended for armored cables)
Handling: High fiber count cables are stiff; maintain minimum bend radius to prevent damage
Testing: Pre-terminated assemblies come with full test reports for insertion loss and optical return loss (LANshack)
Lead Time: Custom assemblies typically ship within 4–6 weeks, depending on manufacturer and cable type (Corning, LANshack) For sourcing, companies like LANshack, Corning, CommScope, Belden, and American Tech Supply offer 288-fiber pre-terminated, armored, and ADSS cables suitable for both indoor and outdoor high-density applications .

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288 pairs of fiber optic cable connectors

Page Content

288-pair fiber optic cables are available as pre-terminated, armored, and gel-free assemblies with LC, SC, FC, or ST connectors for high-density outdoor and indoor applications.

Overview

Cable Types and Construction

Connector Options

Technical Specifications

Applications

Considerations

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