Optical Flexible Ribbon Cable

Optical Flexible Ribbon Cable

Designed for high-density fiber deployment in indoor and indoor-outdoor duct applications.
The cable features a 12-fiber AnyShape Ribbon structure, G.657.A2 single-mode fiber, water-blocking materials, FRP reinforcement, and an LSZH outer sheath.
Available from 288F to 3456F, it supports compact routing and scalable fiber distribution in telecommunications, access, and FTTx networks.
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Product Profile

 

The Optical Flexible Ribbon Cable is a high-count fiber optic cable designed for indoor and indoor-outdoor duct applications where fiber capacity, compact routing, and installation efficiency are essential. Its 12-fiber AnyShape Ribbon structure with a 200 μm fiber pitch organizes dense fiber cores within a compact cable design, helping optimize duct space and simplify high-density fiber deployment in telecommunications, access, and FTTx networks.

Available with fiber counts from 288F to 3456F, the cable uses G.657.A2 single-mode fiber and incorporates water-blocking materials, FRP reinforcement, optional aramid yarn, and an LSZH outer sheath for reliable transmission, mechanical protection, and safe indoor installation. Fiber count, cable length, sheath marking, and drum configuration can be customized according to project requirements.

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Cable Overview

 

No. Items Unit Specification
1 Application - Indoor and indoor-outdoor duct applications
2 Fiber Type - G.657.A2 single-mode fiber
3 Ribbon Structure - 12-fiber AnyShape Ribbon
4 Fiber Pitch µm 200
5 Fiber Count F 288 / 432 / 576 / 864 / 1728 / 3456
6 Outer Sheath - LSZH, black
7 Flame Rating - OFNR
8 Applicable Standards - ICEA S-104-696
ICEA S-83-596

 

Optical Characteristics

 

No. Items Condition Unit Specification
1 Attenuation (Maximum) 1310 nm dB/km ≤0.4
1550 nm dB/km ≤0.3

 

Dimensions and Construction

 

Items Unit 288F 432F 576F 864F 1728F 3456F
AnyShape Ribbon Count - 12 fibers per ribbon
AnyShape Ribbon Count - 24 36 48 72 144 288
AnyShape Ribbon Dimension mm 2.4 × 0.22
Ribbon Counts per Binder Unit - 12
Binder Unit Number - 2 3 4 6 12 24
Cable Diameter mm 11.3 12.8 13.8 15.5 19.5 26.5
Cable Weight, Approx. kg/km 125 160 200 235 350 620

 

Cable Construction and Environmental Performance

 

No. Items Specification
1 Parallel Reinforcement in Sheath FRP
2 Core Reinforcement Aramid yarn, if necessary
3 Water-Blocking Material Water-blocking tape and yarn
4 Ripcord 2
5 Static Bending Radius 15 × D
6 Dynamic Bending Radius 20 × D
7 Operating Temperature -30 °C to +70 °C
8 Installation Temperature -20 °C to +60 °C
9 Storage Temperature -40 °C to +70 °C

 

Mechanical and Environmental Test Performance

 

No. Test Item Test Standard Test Conditions Requirements
1 Tension FOTP-33
IEC 60794-1-21-E1
Load: 2700 N
Sample length: ≥50 m
Duration: 1 min
Fiber strain: ≤0.6%
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
2 Crush FOTP-41
IEC 60794-1-21-E3A
Load: 100 N/cm
Duration: 1 min
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
3 Impact FOTP-25
IEC 60794-1-21-E4
Radius: 300 mm
Impact energy: 4.4 N·m
Impact number: 1
Impact points: 3
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
4 Repeated Bending FOTP-104
IEC 60794-1-21-E6
Bending radius: 20 × D
Cycles: 25
Load: 150 N
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
5 Torsion FOTP-85
IEC 60794-1-21-E7
Cycles: 10
Length under test: 2 m
Turns: 180°
Load: 150 N
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
6 Water Penetration FOTP-82
IEC 60794-1-22-F5
Duration: 24 hours
Water height: 1 m
No water leakage
7 Temperature Cycling FOTP-3
IEC 60794-1-22-F1
Sample length: ≥1000 m
Temperature range: -30 °C to +70 °C
Cycles: 2
Dwell time: 12 hours
Change in attenuation coefficient: <0.15 dB/km

Note: All attenuation measurements specified in the mechanical and environmental test section are performed at 1550 nm.

 

Identification and Packaging

 

No. Items Specification
1 Fiber Color Sequence Blue, Orange, Green, Brown, Grey, White, Red, Black, Yellow, Purple, Pink, Aqua
2 Ribbon Identification Ink blocks according to the specified ribbon sequence
3 Cable Sheath Marking Inkjet marking, including manufacturer, year, cable type, cable ID, and meter marking
4 Standard Reel Length 0.5 km or 1 km per reel; other lengths available upon request
5 Drum Type Fumigated wooden or iron-wooden drums
6 End Protection Both cable ends are sealed with suitable plastic caps to prevent moisture ingress. The inner end is available for testing.

Note: Different fiber color codes, sheath marking legends, reel lengths, and drum types are available according to customer requirements.

 

Product Features
12-Fiber AnyShape Ribbon Design
The flexible 12-fiber AnyShape Ribbon structure with a 200 µm fiber pitch organizes high-density fibers in a compact and efficient cable design.
Scalable Fiber Capacity
Available in fiber counts from 288F to 3456F, the cable supports different network capacity requirements and future expansion plans.
Reliable Optical Performance
Built with G.657.A2 single-mode fiber, the cable provides low attenuation and reliable transmission performance for high-density telecommunications and access networks.
Duct-Ready Protective Structure
Water-blocking materials, FRP reinforcement, optional aramid yarn, and an LSZH OFNR sheath provide mechanical protection for indoor and indoor-outdoor duct installation.

 

Packaging and Drum

 

Standard Reel Length
0.5 km or 1 km per reel. Other cable lengths are available upon request.
Drum Type
The cable is packed in fumigated wooden or iron-reinforced wooden drums for safe transportation and storage.
Cable End Protection
Both cable ends are sealed with suitable plastic caps to prevent moisture ingress during shipping, handling, and storage. The inner end remains accessible for testing.

* Different reel lengths and drum types are available according to customer requirements.

Application

 

High Density Data Center

 

Telecommunications Access Networks

Backbone Network
 
FTTx Network Deployment
Optical Module
 
Indoor-Outdoor Duct Applications

 

 
100% Tested Before Delivery
 

 

Our products undergo comprehensive testing before shipment to ensure high-quality delivery to our customers.

 

MT IL RL

 

IL/RL Test

MPO

 

Polarity Test

MPO End surface Test

 

End-surface Test

High and low temperature cycle

 

Temperature Test

 

 

Certificates

 
CE-Patchcord

CE

CPR

CPR

 
ISO

ISO

 
RoHS-Patchcord-PLC

RoHS

FAQ
What Fiber Counts Are Available for the Cable?
The Optical Flexible Ribbon Cable is available in fiber counts from 288F to 3456F. Each AnyShape Ribbon contains 12 fibers with a 200 µm fiber pitch, allowing the cable capacity to be selected according to network requirements and available duct space.
Is the Cable Suitable for Indoor and Duct Applications?
Yes. The cable is designed for indoor and indoor-outdoor duct applications. Its LSZH outer sheath, OFNR flame rating, water-blocking materials, and reinforced structure support reliable installation in telecommunications, access, and FTTx networks.
What Protection and Bending Requirements Should Be Considered?
The cable incorporates parallel FRP reinforcement, optional aramid yarn, water-blocking tape and yarn, and a ripcord for structural protection. The recommended minimum bending radius is 15 × D for static installation and 20 × D for dynamic installation.
Can the Cable Length, Marking, and Packaging Be Customized?
Yes. Cable length, fiber color code, sheath marking, reel length, and drum type can be customized according to project requirements. The standard reel length is 0.5 km or 1 km per reel, with other lengths available upon request.

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Cable Overview

 

No. Items Unit Specification
1 Application - Indoor and indoor-outdoor duct applications
2 Fiber Type - G.657.A2 single-mode fiber
3 Ribbon Structure - 12-fiber AnyShape Ribbon
4 Fiber Pitch µm 200
5 Fiber Count F 288 / 432 / 576 / 864 / 1728 / 3456
6 Outer Sheath - LSZH, black
7 Flame Rating - OFNR
8 Applicable Standards - ICEA S-104-696
ICEA S-83-596

 

Optical Characteristics

 

No. Items Condition Unit Specification
1 Attenuation (Maximum) 1310 nm dB/km ≤0.4
1550 nm dB/km ≤0.3

 

Dimensions and Construction

 

Items Unit 288F 432F 576F 864F 1728F 3456F
AnyShape Ribbon Count - 12 fibers per ribbon
AnyShape Ribbon Count - 24 36 48 72 144 288
AnyShape Ribbon Dimension mm 2.4 × 0.22
Ribbon Counts per Binder Unit - 12
Binder Unit Number - 2 3 4 6 12 24
Cable Diameter mm 11.3 12.8 13.8 15.5 19.5 26.5
Cable Weight, Approx. kg/km 125 160 200 235 350 620

 

Cable Construction and Environmental Performance

 

No. Items Specification
1 Parallel Reinforcement in Sheath FRP
2 Core Reinforcement Aramid yarn, if necessary
3 Water-Blocking Material Water-blocking tape and yarn
4 Ripcord 2
5 Static Bending Radius 15 × D
6 Dynamic Bending Radius 20 × D
7 Operating Temperature -30 °C to +70 °C
8 Installation Temperature -20 °C to +60 °C
9 Storage Temperature -40 °C to +70 °C

 

Mechanical and Environmental Test Performance

 

No. Test Item Test Standard Test Conditions Requirements
1 Tension FOTP-33
IEC 60794-1-21-E1
Load: 2700 N
Sample length: ≥50 m
Duration: 1 min
Fiber strain: ≤0.6%
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
2 Crush FOTP-41
IEC 60794-1-21-E3A
Load: 100 N/cm
Duration: 1 min
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
3 Impact FOTP-25
IEC 60794-1-21-E4
Radius: 300 mm
Impact energy: 4.4 N·m
Impact number: 1
Impact points: 3
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
4 Repeated Bending FOTP-104
IEC 60794-1-21-E6
Bending radius: 20 × D
Cycles: 25
Load: 150 N
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
5 Torsion FOTP-85
IEC 60794-1-21-E7
Cycles: 10
Length under test: 2 m
Turns: 180°
Load: 150 N
Additional attenuation: ≤0.1 dB
No damage to the outer jacket or inner elements
6 Water Penetration FOTP-82
IEC 60794-1-22-F5
Duration: 24 hours
Water height: 1 m
No water leakage
7 Temperature Cycling FOTP-3
IEC 60794-1-22-F1
Sample length: ≥1000 m
Temperature range: -30 °C to +70 °C
Cycles: 2
Dwell time: 12 hours
Change in attenuation coefficient: <0.15 dB/km

Note: All attenuation measurements specified in the mechanical and environmental test section are performed at 1550 nm.

 

Identification and Packaging

 

No. Items Specification
1 Fiber Color Sequence Blue, Orange, Green, Brown, Grey, White, Red, Black, Yellow, Purple, Pink, Aqua
2 Ribbon Identification Ink blocks according to the specified ribbon sequence
3 Cable Sheath Marking Inkjet marking, including manufacturer, year, cable type, cable ID, and meter marking
4 Standard Reel Length 0.5 km or 1 km per reel; other lengths available upon request
5 Drum Type Fumigated wooden or iron-wooden drums
6 End Protection Both cable ends are sealed with suitable plastic caps to prevent moisture ingress. The inner end is available for testing.

Note: Different fiber color codes, sheath marking legends, reel lengths, and drum types are available according to customer requirements.