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| Fujikura Launches C-Groove Cable Fujikura Europe has launched the C-Groove cable, a new design that enables fast access to fibres without compromising the structural integrity of the cable. This allows access to individual fibres within minutes, creating a 50 percent reduction in installation time for engineers. The Fujikura 'Easy Split' bend insensitive Ribbon Fibre comprising of 48 encapsulated fibres, offers a smaller diameter than conventional Loose Tube cable. This allows for more space in fibre ducts. The key to the easy access provided by this cable is its C shaped core, once the outer coating is removed, the core remains intact and fibres can be removed from the open face of the C-Groove. The four fibre ribbon inside the lightweight C-Groove cable can be separated into individual fibres in a few seconds, using a simple de-ribbonising tool, eliminating the need for mass fusion splicers and hot jacket strippers. Once the desired fibres have been extracted, the outer coating can be re-sealed by simply pressing the cover back over the cable. As this process is repeatable, adding new subscribers in the future is an extremely simple procedure. The C-Groove cable was developed in Japan to meet the demand for economical construction of access networks. write your comments about the article :: © 2009 Computing News :: home page |