Fiber Optic Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
OFSH-T-6-GFBLK Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	FIBER SPLICE HOLDR SCREW MNT BLK	781
EFA04-34-002 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	CORNER GUIDE,BLK,30MM RAD,4.8MM	437
OFEB-3-19 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	BRACKET OPT FIBER EXPANDABLE	541
EFA04-34-007 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	CORNER GUIDE,BLACK,RIBBON FIBER	500
EFA04-02-ASS Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	FIBER CLIP & PAD,BLACK,3 WAY	1065
PS-3A-X/US FinishAdapt	FIBER SPLICE SLEEVE 2.6 X 60MM	0
EFA04-76-001 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	FIBER REEL,BLACK,8MM SPC	138
OFSTH-1-RED Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	FIBER SPLIC TRAY HINGE RED	180
OFRB-1BK Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	OPTICAL FIBER RACK BRACKET BLACK	300
EFA04-34-P05 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	CORNER GUIDE & PADS,BLACK,35MM R	496
OFSMB-4-05GFBK Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	OPT FIBER SLOTTED MULTI BRACKET	145
OFBLT-42-635PP Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	OPT FIBER BEND-LIM TUBE 1=100MTR	2
OFBLT-31-05V0 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	FIBER BEND LIMIT TUBE BLK 5.05MM	2
EFA04-34-R01 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	CORNER GUIDE & RIVET,BLACK,30MM	0
EFA04-34-P10 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	CORNER GUIDE & PADS,BLACK,30MM R	44
PS-5A-X FinishAdapt	FIBER SPLICE SLEEVE 2.1 X 60MM	0
PS-94-X30C FinishAdapt	FIBER SPLICE 30MM 8 RIBBON CERAM	0
EFA04-60-001 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	STRAIGHT GUIDE,BLACK	79
EFA04-34-004 Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	CORNER GDE,BLACK,30MM RAD,12MM S	213
OFRB-2BK Richco, Inc. (Essentra Components)	OPTICAL FIBER RACK BRACKET BLACK	3300

Fiber Optic Cables

Fiber optic cables are physical transmission media that use light signals to transmit data. Composed of glass or plastic fibers, they enable high-speed, long-distance communication with minimal signal loss. As critical infrastructure in modern telecommunications, data centers, and industrial systems, fiber optics have become essential for meeting growing demands for bandwidth and network reliability.

Type	Structural Features	Key Functions	Application Examples
Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)	9/125 m core/cladding diameter, laser light source	Long-distance transmission, low attenuation	Telecom backbone networks, FTTH
Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF)	50/125 m or 62.5/125 m core, LED light source	High bandwidth over short distances	Data centers, LAN connections
Tight Buffered Cable	Individual fiber coating with UV-resistant polymer	Flexible indoor/outdoor use	Building interconnects, premise networks
Loose Tube Cable	Fibers housed in protective gel-filled tubes	Environmental protection, mechanical strength	Underground installations, aerial networks
Ribbon Fiber Cable	Flat arrays of fibers in stacked ribbons	High-density connectivity	Massive data centers, 5G backhaul

A typical fiber optic cable comprises four primary components:

Core: Glass or plastic center (50-9 m diameter) carrying light signals
Cladding: Lower-refractive-index material surrounding core (125 m)
Coating: UV-cured acrylate layers for mechanical protection
Strength Members: Aramid yarns or steel wires for tensile resistance
Outer Jacket: PVC or LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) material for environmental protection

Parameter	Description	Importance
Attenuation (dB/km)	Signal loss per kilometer	Determines maximum transmission distance
Bandwidth (MHz km)	Data-carrying capacity	Defines network speed capabilities
Core Diameter	Physical size of the light-conducting region	Impacts light propagation modes
Operating Temperature	Functional temperature range (-40 C to +70 C)	Environmental durability
Bend Radius	Minimum allowable cable bending radius	Prevents signal degradation from physical stress

Telecommunications: 5G networks, submarine cables, central offices
Data Centers: Server racks, backbone switches, storage area networks
Medical: Endoscopy equipment, imaging devices
Industrial: Factory automation, oil & gas monitoring
Transportation: High-speed rail signaling, airport navigation systems

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
CommScope	OM5 WideBand Fiber	Supports 4-wave division multiplexing (WDM)
Fujikura	10MMF-100-0.22dB Fiber	Ultra-low loss multimode for data centers
Huawei	OptiX OSN 9800	400Gbps coherent optical transmission platform
3M	CFX-LC Duplex Connector	Field-installable optical connectors
OFS Fitel	ClearCurve Multi-Fiber Cable	Micro-bend resistant indoor/outdoor solution

Key considerations for fiber optic cable selection:

Transmission requirements: Distance, bandwidth, and signal loss budget
Environmental conditions: Temperature extremes, moisture exposure, rodent risks
Installation methodology: Aerial, underground, or indoor routing
Network architecture: Point-to-point, ring, or star topologies
Cost optimization: Balancing initial investment vs long-term maintenance

Case Study: For a 10km metropolitan data center interconnect, select single-mode fiber with bend-insensitive design (ITU-T G.657.A1), LSZH jacket, and dual-fiber redundancy.

Increased adoption of 400Gbps+ optical transceivers
Expansion of fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) networks
Growth of bend-insensitive fiber for complex installations
Advancements in space-division multiplexing (SDM) technology
Integration of AI for real-time fiber network monitoring

Market projections indicate a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2% through 2027, driven by 5G deployment and cloud computing expansion.