{"product_id":"96-fiber-osp-peelable-steel-tape-armored-cable-g657a1-per-meter","title":"96 Fiber OSP Peelable Steel Tape Armored Cable, G657A1 (per meter)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 96 Fiber OSP Peelable Steel Tape Armored Cable is a high-density, single-jacket, single-armored fiber optic solution engineered for rugged outdoor campus backbones and direct-buried installations. This cable utilizes a loose tube construction that provides stable transmission performance for voice, data, video, and imaging applications while ensuring long-term reliability in demanding environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with installation efficiency in mind, the cable features gel-free, water-swellable materials that simplify fiber access and eliminate the need for cleaning solvents. The inclusion of a corrugated steel tape armor provides robust crush resistance and protection against rodent intrusion, while the integrated high-strength ripcord allows for clean and easy stripping of the medium-density polyethylene (MDPE) outer jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeelable Armor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures a steel tape design that is engineered for rapid and efficient cable preparation, reducing installation labor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGel-Free Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses water-swellable materials for water blocking, eliminating the mess and cleanup time associated with traditional gel-filled cables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrugated Steel Armor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides essential mechanical protection against crush forces and rodent damage, suitable for direct-burial deployment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Strength Ripcord\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntegrated beneath the armor to facilitate easy stripping of the outer sheath without damaging inner components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSZ-Stranded Loose Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIsolates fibers from installation stresses and environmental movement, ensuring stable signal integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMDPE Jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConstructed from medium-density polyethylene for a durable, weather-resistant outer layer that remains easy to handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-buried campus backbones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside plant (OSP) distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-density voice and data networking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo and imaging transmission systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG657A1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoose Tube, SZ-Stranded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrugated Steel Tape (Peelable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Blocking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGel-Free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJacket Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium Density Polyethylene (MDPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this cable suitable for direct burial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the corrugated steel tape armor provides the necessary crush and rodent protection for direct-buried applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the cable contain messy filling gels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, this cable is gel-free and uses water-swellable materials, making it significantly cleaner and faster to prepare for splicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the fiber type?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cable uses G657A1 bend-insensitive singlemode fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include a ripcord?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, a high-strength ripcord is provided under the armor to assist in removing the jacket and armor layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the benefit of the SZ-stranding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSZ-stranding isolates the fibers from mechanical rigors during installation and allows for easier mid-span access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/Armored20Cable-Peelable-Steel.pdf?v=1792249630\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eProduct PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fosco Connect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50700573409378,"sku":"S09OSP96NPEBL-ST","price":1.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/peelable-steel_1_1.jpg?v=1792249641","url":"https:\/\/www.fiberoptics4sale.com\/products\/96-fiber-osp-peelable-steel-tape-armored-cable-g657a1-per-meter","provider":"Fosco Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}