Optical fiber is used to transmit data at high speeds in landline, long distance, computer networks and the Internet. Fiber-optic cables are made of thin strands of silica (glass) as the core and a very thin polymer layer of PVC. This polymer layer is placed on a large number of thin glass fibers as insulation and protection.
Flexibility, tensile strength and brightness are the main features of PVC fiber optic cable insulations.
| Product Name | Optical Fiber Granules |
| Other Names | Fiber-Optic insulation |
| Product Code | GEOF-N (Natural) |
| Application | Fiber-Optic Cables |
| Features |
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| Color | Milky
Production capability in diverse colors according to customer request. |
| Packaging | In 25 kg bags of transparent polyethylene and finally bags are packed on wooden pallets. The weight of the pallets is approximately 1250 kg. The package can be changed according to customer request. |
Technical Data sheet
Product Code: GEOF-N
Application: Wire & Cable – Optical Fiber Cable
Color: Milky (Colorless/Natural)
Form: Granule
Packaging: 25 KG PE Bag / Palletized
Storage: Dry place, away from sun shine and temperature lower than 30°C
| Properties | Test Method | Units | Typical Value |
| Type | BS 6746 | – | TI1 |
| Tensile strength | ASTM-D638 | N/mm² | 18±0.5 |
| Elongation at break | ASTM-D638 | % | 210±10 |
| Gravity | ASTM-D1895 | G/CM^3 | 1.47±0.03 |
| Hardness | ASTM-D2240 | Shore A | 90±2 |
| Thermal stability at 200°C | ASTM-D749 | MIN | 70 |
| Operating Temperature | — | °C | 80 |
| Properties after aging 7 days at 100°C | |||
| Tensile strength | ASTM-D638 | N/mm² | 17±0.5 |
| Elongation at break | ASTM-D638 | % | 190±10 |
Processing Conditions:
The following temperature profile is recommended as a guide line.
| Barrel Temperature: (±10 °C) | |||
| Zone 1 | Zone 2 | Zone 3 | Zone 4 |
| 160 | 170 | 175 | 180 |
These data, which are based on test results of major sample lots, are believed to be reliable. However, due to variation in ways of handling by consumers, recommendations are made without guarantee. These data are to be served only as a guide. The user must, by test or otherwise, determine suitability for this purpose. Our standard term and conditions of sale apply exclusively to all orders. No one is authorized by us to make oral warranties. We reserve the right to make changes without notice or obligation in our products and publications.