Prysmian and Draka Cable ezDrop Figure 8 Integrated Messenger Drop Cable

Prysmian and Draka Cable ezDrop Figure 8 Integrated Messenger Drop Cable

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Prysmian and Draka Cable ezDrop Figure 8 Integrated Messenger Drop Cable

Product Details

Overview: Prysmian’s ezDROP® Figure 8 cable provides easy FTTx (Fiber-To-The-x) installation and termination using existing hardware and methods for drops to homes and businesses. The integrated steel messenger provides self-support strength up to 400 feet (125 meters) and acts as a toning wire for underground location capability. It is attached by a web for easy tear-away separation from the cable. Portable spools simplify widespread deployment. Prysmian’s exclusive Bend-Insensitive fiber provides craft-friendly bend tolerance.

Product Snapshot:

Applications: Multi-purpose FTTx - aerial self-support, direct buried, duct

Constructions: Integrated messenger, non-armored

Fiber Count: 2 to 6 fibers

Fiber Types: Bend-Insensitive single-mode fiber standard

Options: Packaging: spool / bulk

Performance: ANSI/ICEA 717, IEC, RUS 7 CFR 1755 (RUS LISTED), Telcordia GR-20 (drop cable requirements)

Features and Benefits:

Easy Cable Entry and Preparation:
• 3/32" stranded galvanized steel messenger for flexibility
• Compatible with existing figure 8 installation hardware and methods
• Tear-away messenger simplifies grounding
• Ripcord speeds cable entry and jacket removal
• Toneable messenger enables underground locating

Flexible Routing and Termination:
• Flexible buffer tube simplifies routing and splicing
• Standard G657.A1 bend-sensitive single-mode fiber

Multi-Purpose Installation and Use:
• Suitable for aerial lashed, duct, and direct buried installation
• Portable spool packaging

Reliable Lifetime Performance:
• Guaranteed standards-based performance
• Gel-filled buffer tube

Dielectric (DF81JKT)
fiber count buffer tube
inches (mm)
diameter
inches (mm)
height
inches (mm)
approximate
cable weight
lb/kft (kg/km)
bend radius
load
inches (cm)
bend radius
no load
inches (cm)
1 - 6 0.075 (1.9) 0.16 (4.1) 0.34 (8.8) 33 (49) 6 (15) 6 (15)

Installation
maximum short term pulling load:
300 lbf (1335 n)

Temperature Range
shipping and storage: -40° f to +167° f (-40° c to +75° c)
installation: -22° f to +140° f (-30° c to +60° c)
operation: -40° f to +158° f (-40° c to +70° c)

Aerial Loading Specifications
@ 1% installation sag maximum span
feet (m)
maximum installation tension
lbs (n)
nesc heavy 150 (45) 62 (275)
nesc medium 265 (80) 109 (485)
nesc light 410 (125) 169 (750)

Package Options
description capacity
ft (m)
dimensions h x w x d
inches (cm)
shipping weight
lbs (kg)
r-18 ply 2100 (640) 18 x 15 x 8 (46 x 38 x 20) 75 (34)
r-30 ply 9500 (2895) 30 x 18 x 20 (76 x 46 x 51) 370 (190)

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