Fiber optic drop cables suitable for fiber to the subscriber applications
US7079734B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/44384
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fiber optic drop cable is disclosed that includes at least one optical waveguide disposed within a tube, a first and second strength assembly, and a cable jacket. Each strength assembly includes a strength component and a plurality of strength members, wherein the respective plurality of strength members are radially disposed about at least half of the circumference of the respective strength component. In one embodiment, the first and second strength assemblies are generally disposed on opposite sides of the tube.
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