Yes, fiber cables can be bent during installation, which proves particularly useful when you pull cables into position rather than using blown installation methods. Blown fiber installation uses air pressure to propel cables through conduits, minimizing bending stresses. Installers must understand these specifications and know how to install cables without. The fiber optic bend radius refers to the smallest radius a fiber cable can be bent without causing unacceptable signal degradation or physical damage. That's why every fiber cable has a minimum bend radius specification provided by the manufacturer. There can be one or two strength members on each side made of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), round steel wire, or flat steel wire depending on the cable.
