When laying fiber optic and electrical cables within the same conduit, plastic sub-ducts should be pre-installed in concealed conduits. Fiber optics should be laid within these sub-ducts to separate them from electrical cables. Protecting this. Using Conduits to Protect Underground Fiber Cables In areas exposed to moisture, mechanical stress, or future excavation, installing fiber optic cable within an underground conduit provides an additional layer of protection. Proper conduit installation requires attention to pulling tension limits, bend radius requirements, lubricant selection, and innerduct. Fiber optic cable now forms the main network backbone of most telecommunication systems because of its efficiency in transmitting massive data within a short time. An important decision-making factor. le may extend off the reel and beco ssible safety hazard and/or damaging the cable. Strictly observe your company's lead handling procedures to eliminate this hazard.
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