Hone Enhanced Performance Fiber Unit (EPFU) Air Blown Fiber Cable
This enhanced performance fiber unit (EPFU) air-blown fiber cable features 2-12 core single-mode optical fibers embedded in a resin material cured with UV light. The cable is jacketed with a special low-friction sheath.
Description
Hone’s EPFU is an air-blown fiber optic cable unit used in end-user networks. It is installed using a handheld air cable blower from a fiber distribution point to individual households.
The fiber bundle within the cable is created by curing optical fibers or fillers within a photosensitive resin in a specific arrangement. A special low-friction sheath is extruded over this bundle.
Application
This cable is designed for FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home) access connections between a distribution point and the end user’s multimedia information box.
Features
- Small size and lightweight
- Easy installation with a handheld cable air blowing machine
- Compatible with industry-standard air blowing equipment
- G.657A2 fiber with a small bending radius, suitable for indoor wiring
- Low friction resin sheath ensures good air blowing performance
Specifications
Technical Parameters
| Fiber Count | Diameter ref. (mm) | Weight (kg/km) | Crush Short Term (N/100mm) | Tensile Long/Short Term (N) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 100 | 0.15G/0.5G |
| 4 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 100 | 0.15G/0.5G |
| 6 | 1.3 | 1.3 | 100 | 0.15G/0.5G |
| 8 | 1.5 | 1.8 | 100 | 0.15G/0.5G |
| 12 | 1.6 | 2.2 | 100 | 0.15G/0.5G |
Blowing Characteristics
| Fiber Count | Duct Diameter (mm) | Blowing Pressure (bar) | Blowing Distance (m) | Blowing Time (min) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5.0 / 3.5 | 8 / 10 | 500 / 1000 | 15 / 30 |
| 4 | 5.0 / 3.5 | 8 / 10 | 500 / 1000 | 15 / 30 |
| 6 | 5.0 / 3.5 | 8 / 10 | 500 / 1000 | 15 / 30 |
| 8 | 5.0 / 3.5 | 8 / 10 | 500 / 1000 | 15 / 30 |
| 12 | 5.0 / 3.5 | 8 / 10 | 500 / 800 | 15 / 30 |
