AFL Releases Breakout Fiber

May 7, 2012
AFL has introduced a line of indoor/outdoor breakout fiber-optic cable. Designed to support cable terminations and connector configurations that require more strength and durability, the new cables feature a reinforced core configuration anchored by a water-blocked sub-cable construction and stranded design. It supports either direct termination with wedge-type retention systems common in industrial connectors or via a fan-out configuration.The cable family is available ranging from two to 12 optical channels and is qualified to the UL 1666 Riser standard. MSHA-rated cable is also available.

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