InSky OPGW C

Optical Ground Wire Central loose tube (C)

Overview

perfect choice if you are looking for a low weight and a small diameter cable for your fiber optic project or need to replace existing conventional 3/8 inch HS/EHS ground wire. OPGW C manufactured by Incab is a cost-effective solution. It can have up to 96 fibers and is highly corrosion-resistant. Stainless steel tube provides superior protection for the fibers. Small diameters (from 0.315 to 0.709 in) are mechanically and electrically efficient.

All Incab OPGW cables have a proven design life of 50 years. They are a wholesome 3-in-1 solution for the utilities and telecommunication industry being a ground wire that enables efficient power distribution grids, a telecom medium with high-speed optical fiber for data transmission and additionally for power line monitoring. Moreover, they don’t require additional costs when placing fiber optic communication lines on power lines.

OPGW/Ground Wire

Aluminum-clad steel

shield from lightning
strikes

Fiber Color Coding

Description

Features

Maximum rated design tension (MRDT) 3372…28101 lb (15…125 kN)
Crush 571 lb/in (1 kN/cm)
Rated breaking strength (RBS) (without SSLTs), lb 5620…47210
Fiber count, up to 96
Cable diameter, in 0.315…0.709
Cable weight, lb/ft 0.134…0.827
Elasticity modulus (final), ksi 10153…23206
Short circuit capacity (initial temp 77°F), kA²•s 5…300
Short circuit current for 1s, kA 2…20

Operating parameters

Operating temperature -58°F … +185°F
* -76°F … +185°F upon request
Installation temperature -22°F … +122°F
Transportation and storage temperature -58°F … +185°F
Minimum bending radius 20 x cable diameter
Design life 50 years