Fiber optic drop cable SOLARIX DROP 8vl 500m G.657A2 LSZH

Fiber optic drop cable SOLARIX DROP 8vl (SXKO-DROP-8-OS-LSOH) is a single-mode outdoor/indoor drop cable on a 500 m reel. It contains 8 G.657.A2 Corning fibres in a 9/125 µm construction with a UV-stable LSOH (LSZH) sheath rated reaction-to-fire class Eca. The sheath is low-smoke and halogen-free, and the cable offers high short-term tensile strength for reliable last-mile and access network installations where space and bend sensitivity are critical.

Advantages

The cable is 100% dielectric, containing no metal elements, and uses bend-insensitive Corning G.657.A2 fibres for improved performance in tight bends and confined spaces. The LSOH sheath provides low smoke and halogen-free behaviour in case of fire and is UV-stabilized for outdoor exposure. The design delivers high short-term tensile strength (1000 N) and compact dimensions (3.7 mm diameter) suited for easy handling and installation.

Suitable for

• Last-mile and access network drop connections
• Indoor–outdoor transitions and building entry points
• Installations with frequent bends or constrained routing
• Aerial drops between poles (span up to 160 m per manufacturer guidance)

Key specifications

• Cable type: drop
• Fibre count / type: 8 × single-mode 9/125 µm, G.657.A2 (Corning)
• Sheath: LSOH / LSZH, UV-stable, reaction to fire: Eca
• Filling: non-gelled
• Reel length: 500 m
• Attenuation: 0.35 dB/km at 1310 nm, 0.20 dB/km at 1550 nm
• Cable diameter: 3.7 ± 0.2 mm
• Weight: 13.2 kg/km
• Short-term tensile strength: 1000 N
• Short-term crushing resistance: 500 N/100 mm
• Operating temperature: -20 °C to 50 °C
• Installation temperature: -5 °C to 40 °C
• Storage temperature: -25 °C to 60 °C
• Minimum bending radius (short-term): 4 × D, (long-term): 7 × D

How to use

Route the SOLARIX DROP 8vl cable following standard fibre-optic installation practices, avoiding sharp edges and excessive tension. Use suitable reels and feeders for uninterrupted pulling; observe the short-term tensile limit of 1000 N and the crushing limit of 500 N/100 mm. Maintain the recommended bending radii during installation and operation to preserve attenuation specifications. For aerial spans, follow the guideline of installations between poles up to 160 m where applicable and ensure proper mechanical support and strain relief at termination points.

Usage recommendations

Store and install the cable within the specified temperature ranges. Inspect sheath integrity before installation and protect cable ends from contamination. Use compatible connectors and fusion splicing methods for single-mode G.657.A2 fibres to achieve optimal transmission.