The GCRHD48 is a universal (indoor/outdoor) dry core optical fiber Multi Loose Tube cable that features glass yarns as the strength member and a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) outer jacket. This construction provides excellent rodent protection and makes the cable suitable for a variety of installation environments.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Construction Type | Multi Loose Tube |
| Environmental Space | Indoor/Outdoor – Euroclass Eca |
| Suitable Applications | Structured (data) wiring systems, industrial backbone, campus backbone, building backbone (riser), and horizontal cabling; Outdoor and indoor use in networks for industrial, telecom, cable TV, and broadcast; Easy to install in ducts, tunnels, and tubes |
| Fiber Type | OM3 Multimode |
| Fiber Count | 48 |
| Fiber Color Coding | TIA coding (Gxxxxxx.T): Blue, Orange, Green, Brown, Gray, White, Red, Black, Yellow, Violet, Pink, Aqua |
| Central Strength Member | GRP |
| Cable Core Water Tight | Yes |
| Cable Core Waterblocking | Waterblocking Glass Yarns + Tape |
| Bulk Cable Weight | 131 kg/km |
| Number of Active Subunits | 4 |
| Number of Subunit Positions | 6 |
| Fibers Per Subunit | 12 |
| Subunit Diameter | 1.9 mm |
| Subunit Waterblocking | Gel Filled |
| Outer Jacket Material | LSZH – Low Smoke Zero Halogen (Flame Retardant) |
| Outer Jacket Nominal Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Outer Jacket Ripcord | Yes |
| Max. Attenuation at 1300 nm | 0.9 dB/km |
| Max. Attenuation at 850 nm | 2.9 dB/km |
Mechanical Characteristics
The GCRHD48 cable has been subjected to various mechanical tests to ensure its durability and performance in challenging environments. The key test results are summarized in the table below:
| Test Description | Tested Standard | Requirement/Value According to Family Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Cable Min. Bend Radius Installation (Short Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E6 | 220 mm |
| Cable Min. Bend Radius Operation (Long Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E11 | 165 mm |
| Cable Max. Tensile Strength Installation (Short Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E1 | 6000 N (1349 lbf) |
| Cable Max. Tensile Strength Operation (Long Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E1 | 2000 N (450 lbf) |
| Cable Max. Crush Resistance Installation (Short Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E3 | 15 kN/m |
| Cable Max. Crush Resistance Operation (Long Term) | IEC 60794-1-21-E3 | 7.5 kN/m |
| Cable Impact Resistance | IEC 60794-1-21-E4 | 10 J, 300 mm Radius, 3 Cycles |
| Cable Torsion Resistance | IEC 60794-1-21-E7 | 180°, 2 m, 10 cycles |
Temperature Ratings
The GCRHD48 cable is designed to operate in a wide range of temperature conditions, ensuring reliable performance in various installation environments:
- Operating Temperature Range: -30°C to +70°C
- Installation Temperature Range: -5°C to +50°C
- Storage Temperature Range: -30°C to +70°C
Standards and Certifications
The GCRHD48 cable meets or exceeds the following standards and certifications:
- IEC Flammability: IEC 60332-1-2
- Reaction to Fire – Bundle Flame Test: IEC 60332-3-24
- IEC 60754-1 – Halogen Amount: Zero
- IEC 60754-2 – Halogen Acid Gas Amount – Max. Conductivity: 10 µS/mm
- IEC 60754-2 – Halogen Acid Gas Amount – Min. pH: 4.3
- IEC 61034-2 – Smoke Density Min. Transmittance: 60%
- CPR Euroclass: Eca
- REACH: Compliant
- ISO/IEC Compliance: IEC 60794-1-1
- EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2): Compliant
- UV/Sunlight Protection: Yes
By meeting these stringent standards and certifications, the GCRHD48 cable ensures safety, reliability, and compliance in a wide range of installation environments.


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