Indoor Fiber Optic Cable

Indoor fiber optic cables are designed for use inside buildings. They are made with fire-resistant materials and have a plenum or riser rating to meet safety codes. These cables are typically used for high-speed data transmission, such as in local area networks (LANs), telecommunication rooms, and data centers.

Difference Between Indoor And Outdoor Fiber Optic Cables
Construction: Indoor fiber optic cables are typically constructed with a tight buffer or loose tube design, with a flame-retardant jacket. Outdoor fiber optic cables have additional layers of protection, such as a water-blocking gel or tape, armored shielding, and UV-resistant jackets.

Environmental Resistance: Indoor cables are not designed to withstand harsh weather conditions, moisture, or sunlight. Outdoor cables are specifically built to endure these factors and protect the fibers from damage.

Installation: Indoor fiber optic cable is installed in controlled environments like buildings or data centers, usually through conduit or cable trays. Outdoor cables are buried underground, installed aerially on poles, or run along walls and structures.

Fiber Type: Indoor cables often use multi-mode fibers for shorter transmission distances within buildings. Outdoor cables commonly utilize single-mode fibers for long-distance communication, as they have lower attenuation rates.

Safety Codes: Indoor cables need to meet specific fire safety ratings, such as plenum or riser ratings, to comply with building codes. Outdoor cables have different requirements for underground burial depths and must be resistant to moisture and UV radiation.

Cost: Outdoor fiber optic cable generally has a higher cost due to its additional layers of protection and rugged construction. Indoor cable is more cost-effective as it is not subjected to the same extreme environmental conditions.

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