Bend-Insensitive Fiber
Bend-Insensitive Fiber is designed for optical communication systems where limited installation space or repeated cable routing can create additional bending loss. Its specially designed refractive-index profile helps confine light within the fiber core when the fiber is bent, reducing the optical loss that can occur with conventional single-mode fiber. It is well suited to FTTH drop cables, indoor communication cables, compact distribution boxes, and other access-network applications. China Super Tech Co., Ltd. supplies bend-optimized fiber options according to cable structure, bend-radius requirements, wavelength, and project specifications.
- Product Introduction
Product Features
1.Optimized Refractive-Index Profile
The fiber uses a bend-optimized refractive-index design rather than relying only on mechanical flexibility. This improves light confinement when the fiber is curved and helps reduce additional bending loss.
2.Better Performance in Tight Cable Routing
Compared with standard single-mode fiber, the optimized structure allows more flexible routing through compact boxes, corners, and indoor cable channels where installation space is limited.
3.Stable Optical Transmission
The fiber maintains single-mode transmission characteristics while improving resistance to bending, making it suitable for access networks where both compact installation and stable signal transmission are required.
4.Controlled Drawing and Coating
China Super Tech controls fiber drawing speed, coating dimensions, and curing conditions during production. These parameters affect fiber geometry and coating consistency, helping maintain stable attenuation and mechanical performance between batches.
5.Flexible Grade Selection
Different bend-performance grades can be supplied according to the actual installation requirement. This allows customers to balance bend performance, optical characteristics, cable structure, and project cost instead of using an unnecessarily high specification.
Product Applications
1.FTTH Drop Cables
FTTH cables are commonly routed through residential walls, corners, outlets, and small termination boxes. Bend-optimized fiber helps reduce additional optical loss when the cable is curved during installation.
2.Indoor Fiber Networks
In offices, apartments, hotels, and commercial buildings, communication cables often pass through narrow conduits or around equipment. Improved bend tolerance provides more routing flexibility where conventional fiber may require a larger bend radius.
3.Fiber Distribution Boxes
Distribution boxes have limited internal space for fiber storage and routing. A bend-optimized design helps installers organize the fiber more efficiently while reducing the risk of excessive bending loss.
4.Compact Communication Equipment
Inside optical communication equipment and cabinets, short cable paths can create unavoidable bends. This fiber is suitable when equipment design requires compact routing without compromising normal optical transmission requirements.
Customization Service
1.Application-Based Fiber Selection
China Super Tech first evaluates the customer's required bend radius, wavelength, transmission distance, and cable structure before recommending a fiber grade. This helps avoid selecting a specification that does not match the actual installation condition.
2.Customized Coating Requirements
Fiber coating specifications can be matched to different cable constructions and manufacturing processes. This is useful for cable manufacturers that require consistent compatibility with existing extrusion, stripping, splicing, or termination equipment.
3.Stable Batch Production
China Super Tech controls key drawing and coating parameters throughout production and uses batch-level inspection to monitor fiber geometry, attenuation, and mechanical properties. This supports more consistent performance for repeat cable orders.
4.OEM & Project Support
For cable manufacturers and communication projects, China Super Tech can provide customized specifications, spool packaging, labeling, and production quantities according to the customer's procurement requirements.
Specifications
|
Parameter |
Typical Specification |
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Fiber Type |
Bend-Insensitive Single-Mode Fiber |
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Applicable Standard |
ITU-T G.657 Series |
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Operating Wavelength |
1310 / 1550 nm |
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Cladding Diameter |
125 μm |
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Cladding Non-Circularity |
≤ 1% |
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Coating Diameter |
245 ± 15 μm |
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Mode Field Diameter |
According to selected fiber grade |
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Attenuation |
According to selected specification |
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Bend Performance |
Grade-dependent |
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Proof Test |
Available according to requirement |
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Operating Temperature |
Dependent on coating and cable design |
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Fiber Length |
Customized |
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Packaging |
Standard spool / Customized packaging |
FAQ
1.What makes this fiber different from standard single-mode fiber?
The main difference is its optimized optical structure. The refractive-index profile is designed to keep light more effectively confined when the fiber is bent, reducing additional bending loss.
2.Is it suitable for FTTH projects?
Yes. It is particularly suitable for FTTH drop cables and indoor access networks where cables frequently need to pass around corners, through wall outlets, or inside compact distribution boxes.
3.Which bend-performance grade should I choose?
The correct grade depends mainly on the required minimum bend radius, cable construction, wavelength, and installation conditions. China Super Tech can recommend the appropriate grade after reviewing these requirements.
4.Will a smaller bend radius always be better?
Not necessarily. A tighter bend requirement can be useful for compact installations, but the fiber should still be selected according to the actual cable and network design. Over-specifying bend performance may increase cost without providing a practical benefit.
5.Can China Super Tech provide customized specifications?
Yes. China Super Tech Co., Ltd. supports customized fiber specifications, coating options, fiber lengths, packaging, and batch quantities for optical cable manufacturers and communication projects.
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