GYXTW Armored Fiber Optic Cable | 4–12 Cores | G.652D/G.655 | Outdoor Center Loose Tube Design

Packaging Requirements:

• 1：All cables shall be wound on treated wooden spools that are not returnable
• 2：Cable ends must be firmly secured to the spool and protected with waterproof shrink caps
• 3：Each spool must include: Protective plastic wrapping layer  ，Reinforcing wooden slats for stability，Minimum 1m of free cable end for testing purposes， Standard spool length: 3000mm (±2% tolerance allowed)
  

Cable Identification:

The outer jacket must display:

• 1、Unique sequential numbering every 1m (±1% variance permitted)
• 2、 Additional repeating markings at 1m intervals showing: Product code and fiber count， Manufacturer identification， Production date (month/year)，Total cable length
  

Standard Packaging Dimensions:

Technical Reference:

• 1、 Standard cable diameter: 10.0mm
• 2、Maximum span distance: 100m
• 3、Contact sales team for complete technical specifications

Spool Marking Standards:

Permanent markings (minimum 25-30mm height) must appear on both sides of each spool:

1. 1、 Company name and trademark
2. 2、Contained cable length
3. 3、Cable specifications (type/fiber count)
4. 4、Winding orientation
5. 5、Weight measurements (gross/net)

Note: All wooden packaging materials must undergo proper fumigation treatment prior to use.

1. What is a GYXTW fiber optic cable?

GYXTW is a center loose tube armored cable, typically designed for outdoor use. It includes a single loose tube filled with water-blocking gel, surrounded by corrugated steel tape armor and two parallel steel wires for mechanical strength.

2. What fiber types and core counts are available?

The cable is available with 4, 6, 8, or 12 cores, and supports G.652D or G.655 single-mode optical fibers, suitable for long-distance and backbone networks.

3. What is the purpose of the steel armor and wires?

The corrugated steel tape armor provides enhanced crush resistance and rodent protection, while the dual steel wires offer additional tensile strength, making the cable suitable for aerial and buried installation.

4. What environments is this cable best suited for?

GYXTW is commonly used in:

• Direct-burial applications

• Aerial installation with messenger wire

• Duct/pipeline installations

• Rural long-distance fiber deployment

5. Is the GYXTW cable waterproof?

Yes. The central tube is filled with water-blocking gel, and the structure includes moisture-resistant components, making it well suited for damp or underground environments.