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Overview
The TLC Indoor/Outdoor 96-fiber singlemode cable is a versatile, high-density solution designed for seamless transitions between building interiors and campus environments. Featuring a gel-free, loose tube construction, it eliminates the need for cleaning messy filling compounds during installation, reducing preparation time and labor costs.
Equipped with premium Corning® SMF-28® Ultra fiber, this cable offers industry-leading attenuation and macrobend performance. Its ruggedized riser-rated jacket ensures compliance with fire safety codes for indoor vertical pathways while providing the durability required for outdoor conduit or aerial deployments.
Key Features
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Gel-Free Design
Eliminates the use of water-blocking gels, allowing for faster cable preparation and cleaner termination procedures. -
Corning® SMF-28® Ultra Fiber
Provides exceptional signal integrity and low attenuation across a wide range of operational wavelengths. -
Indoor/Outdoor Rating
Engineered for versatility, supporting deployments in both controlled indoor environments and harsh outdoor plant conditions. -
High-Density 96-Fiber Count
Maximizes conduit utilization and infrastructure capacity in high-bandwidth data center and backbone applications. -
Riser-Rated Jacket
Meets stringent fire safety standards for use in vertical shafts and general-purpose building wiring. -
Macrobend Robustness
Delivers enhanced resistance to signal loss caused by tight bends, ideal for installation in constrained routing spaces.
Applications
- Data center backbone cabling
- Campus area network interconnections
- Building-to-building transitions
- Long-haul fiber optic trunks
- Vertical riser pathways
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | TLC |
| Fiber Type | Singlemode (9/125um) |
| Fiber Count | 96 |
| Construction | Gel-Free / Loose Tube |
| Rating | Riser (OFNR) |
| Fiber Brand | Corning® SMF-28® Ultra |
| Jacket Color | Black |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this cable suitable for direct burial?
No, this cable is designed for conduit or aerial use and is not rated for direct burial. Proper protective conduit is required for underground applications.
Does the cable contain water-blocking gel?
No, this cable features a gel-free design, which simplifies splicing and termination by removing the need for cleaning solvents.
Can this be used outdoors?
Yes, it is rated for both indoor and outdoor use; however, it must be installed within protective ducting for outdoor deployment.
What is the fiber glass type used?
This cable utilizes high-performance Corning® SMF-28® Ultra singlemode fiber.
Is the jacket fire rated?
Yes, it is a riser-rated (OFNR) jacket, suitable for vertical cable runs between floors.