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SteelPatch-IP68

Armored Medium Crush Loads

This waterproof cable, based on OptoSpan's SteelPatch Armored design with IP68 and UV
ratings is flexible, and lightweight.

SteelPatch-IP68 Series waterproof cables from OptoSpan are ideal for outdoor industrial
network applications such as Fiber to the Antenna (FTTA), Fiber to the Home (FTTH) and
sports arenas. 

With unparalleled toughness that surpasses standard fiber cables, these ODVA-compliant IP68 cables boast a strong layer of steel armor which safeguards against rodent penetration and harsh conditions such as pulls & tension loads or crushing forces.

These UV-rated industrial fiber optic cables have a steel jacket molded into a helical pattern to protect the interior fibers, as well as two strength members of high-grade steel wire for exceptional durability.  These cables are suited for outdoor applications with distances up to 300 meters.

SteelFlex-IP68
Armored, Heavy Crush Loads
This IP68-rated harsh environment cable is based on OptoSpan's SteelFlex Armored design, has a robust OptoLock mechanism for outdoor use with or without conduit, and is rodent-proof. 

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

  
Cable MechanismFiber Within Steel Jacket
Recommended UseIIntra-building distances under 100m requiring flexibility
IP RatingsOutdoor IP68 Rating - 100%waterproof
Maximum Continuous Length2000 meters
Stress Relief Glands
  • Pre-installed Cable Glands
  • Field Installable Cable Gland Kits for NFPD Panels
Connector Options
  • IP68 Locking Bayonet LC orMPO (Default)
  • Standard LC and MPO
  • Low Loss MPO and Low Loss MTP

SPECIFICATIONS

Outer Diameter7mm
Fiber Count2-48
Fiber TypeOS2 (Single mode), OM4 (Multimode)
Jacket Material(Polyvinyl Chloride) PVC
Operating Temperature-40°C~+70°C
Min. Bending Radius (mm)140mm
Crush Resistance (N/100)2200
Mating Durability (IP68 Connector)500
EnvironmentIndoor / Outdoor
Water & Dust ProtectionIP68 waterproof (w/ Bayonet)
Conduit RequirementApplication Dependent
RuggednessHigh
FlexibilityHigh
Pulling StrengthVery High
Repeated Bending Parformance
High
Lateral Pressure ResistanceHigh
Chemical/Oil ResistanceMedium
UV Rated (Direct Sunlight)Yes
Impact ResistanceMedium
Rodent ProtectionRodent-Resistant

Compatible NFDP Series NEMA 4X Rated Fiber Distribution Panels

OptoSpan’s Select NFDP (NEMA 4X Fiber Distribution Panel) Series Distribution Panels provide NEMA 4X level of protection against intrusion

of water, dust, and other contaminants. NEMA 4X rating is specifically designed for harsh or outdoor environment applications where the

­fiber optic distribution panels need to be weatherproof and corrosion resistant.  To see all available OptoSpan NEMA 4X panels, please visit this page.

https://www.sanspot.com/outdoor-waterproof-panels

Quality and Engineering Excellence

By utilizing our proprietary manufacturing process developed over 15 years of experience, we are able to produce higher performance products using the same components, hence lowering the cost to our clients. OptoSpan cables are made in a Class 10,000 (ISO14644-1, ISO7) clean room facility, which eliminates the potential of end face contamination.

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Quality Management Systems

  • ISO 9001: 2008
  • TL9000 (Ver. 5)

Standards Compliance

  • Telcordia GR-326 Core
  • TIA-604-18: FOCIS 18
  • IEC 61754-7-3:2019
  • US Conec® owns the registered trademarks PRIZM LightTurn®, MTP® and MTP Elite®.