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Strong Self-Supporting Aerial Cable with Metallic Messenger

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GYTC8S Figure-8 Self-Supporting Aerial Optical Cable
High-Performance Solution for Aerial, Duct & Direct Burial Applications

GYTC8S Figure-8 Self-Supporting Aerial Optical Cable

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Explore GYTC8S figure-8 self-supporting aerial optical cable (24-144 cores) for aerial, duct & direct burial use.

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Tailored fiber count, length, and sheath color options to meet your specific requirements.

Key Features & Benefits

Delivering superior performance, reliable quality, and seamless connectivity to meet all your fiber optic communication needs.

Self-Supporting Design
The figure-8 structure combines the cable core with a steel messenger wire, eliminating the need for additional suspension hardware during aerial installation, reducing setup time and costs.​
Exceptional Mechanical Strength
Boasts long-term tensile strength of 3000N and short-term tensile strength of 7000N, ensuring resistance to wind loads and external pulls in aerial deployments.​
Superior Water Resistance
Multi-layer protection includes waterproof compound-filled PBT loose tubes, a PSP moisture barrier, and a PE outer sheath, preventing water ingress in humid or wet environments.​
Wide Temperature Range
Operates efficiently in temperatures ranging from -40℃ to 70℃ and supports installation in -15℃ to 60℃, making it suitable for diverse climatic conditions.​
ITU-T Compliant
Meets ITU-T G.652D standards ensuring compatibility with global telecommunications networks and equipment.
Versatile Application
Designed for aerial, duct, and direct burial installations, providing a unified solution for different outdoor deployment scenarios.​
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Cable Structure​

The GYTC8S cable features a sophisticated layered structure to ensure optimal performance and durability:

  1. Optical Fibers: 24 to 144 fibers, available in single-mode (SM G652, SM G652D) and multimode (MM 50/125, MM 62.5/125) types, delivering high-speed data transmission.
  2. Loose Tubes: Made from high-quality PBT material with an outer/inner diameter of Ф2.2mm, each tube houses fibers and is filled with waterproof compound to protect against moisture.
  3. Central Strength Member: A 1.0mm*7 steel wire provides core structural support, enhancing the cable's tensile and compressive resistance.
  4. Moisture Barrier: PSP (enhanced moisture-proof layer) wraps around the cable core to further block water and humidity.
  5. Steel Messenger Wire: Integral to the figure-8 design, it serves as the load-bearing component for aerial installation.
  6. Outer Sheath: Durable PE material with a diameter of 1.70±0.2mm, offering excellent resistance to UV radiation, corrosion, and abrasion.

Cable construction details :

Number of fiber 24~144core
Moisture BarrierWater blocking system
Central strength membermaterial FRP
diameter 1.4mm
Mental strength membermaterial Steel wire
diameter 1.0mm*7
Gallusmaterial PE
diameter 2.2mm*2.8mm
Loose tube material PBT
diameter Ф2.2(outer/inner)
Tube-fillingmaterial Tube filling compound
Outer armoredmaterial corrugated steel tape
Outer sheathmaterial PE
diameter 1.70±0.2mm

Fiber color

Number of fiber per
tube 8cores
123456
Blue Orange Green Brown Grey White
789101112
RedBlackYellow Violet Pink Aqua

Cable Mechanical characteristic

core Cable diameter weight
24 cores to60 cores5.5*10.0±0.5mm145 ±5 kg/km
72cores13.1±0.5mm290±10kg/km
96cores14.7±0.5mm330±10kg/km
144cores17.9±0.5mm420±10kg/km
Min Bending Radius(mm)Long term 10D
Min Bending
Radius(mm)
Short term20D
Min allowable
Tensile Strength(N)
Long term 3000
Min allowable
Tensile Strength(N)
Short term7000
Crush Load (N/100mm)Long term 1000
Crush Load (N/100mm)Short term3000
Operation
temperature (℃)
-40+70
Installation
temperature(℃)
-15+60

Fiber characteristic

Fiber styleUnitSM
G652
SM
G652D
MM
50/125
MM
62.5/125
MM
OM3-300
conditionnm1310/15501310/1550850/1300850/1300850/1300
attenuationdB/km≤3.0/1.0≤3.0/1.0
0.36/0.230.34/0.223.0/1.0--------
Dispresion1550nmPs/(nm*km)----≤18--------Dispresion
1625nmPs/(nm*km)----≤22-------- 
Bandwith850nmMHZ.KM--------≧400 ≧160 Bandwith
1300nmMHZ.KM--------≧800 ≧500 
Zero dispersion wavelengthnm1300-1324≧1302,
≤1322
--------≧ 1295,
≤1320
Zero dispresion slopenm≤0.092≤0.091------------
PMD Maximum Individual Fibr ≤0.2≤0.2--------≤0.11
PMD Design Link ValuePs(nm2*k
m)
≤0.12≤0.08------------
Fibre cutoff wavelength λcnm≧ 1180,
≤1330
≧1180,
≤1330
------------
Cable sutoff
wavelength λcc
nm≤1260≤1260------------
MFD1310nmum9.2+/-0.49.2+/-0.4------------
1550nmum10.4+/-0.810.4+/-0.8------------
Numerical
Aperture(NA)
 --------0.200+/
-0.015
0.275+/-0.
015
0.200+/-0
.015
Step(mean of bidirectional
measurement)
dB≤0.05≤0.05≤0.10≤0.10≤0.10
Irregularities over fiber
length and point
dB≤0.05≤0.05≤0.10≤0.10≤0.10
Dicontinuity
Difference backscatter
coefficient
dB/km≤0.05≤0.03≤0.08≤0.10≤0.08
Attenuation uniformitydB/km≤0.01≤0.01   
Core dimaterum  50+/-1.062.5+/-2.550+/-1.0
Cladding diameterum125.0+/-0.1125.0+/-0.1125.0+/-0.1125.0+/-0.1125.0+/-0.1
Cladding non-circularity%≤1.0≤1.0≤1.0≤1.0≤1.0
Coating diameterum242+/-7242+/-7242+/-7242+/-7242+/-7
Coating/chaffinch
concentrically error
um≤12.0≤12.0≤12.0≤12.0≤12.0
Coating non circularity%≤6.0≤6.0≤6.0≤6.0≤6.0
Core/cladding conentricity errorum≤0.6≤0.6≤1.5≤1.5≤1.5
Curl(radius)um≤4≤4------------

Applications​

  • Aerial Installation: Ideal for overhead lines between utility poles, leveraging the self-supporting figure-8 design for easy and cost-effective deployment.
  • Duct Installation: Suitable for underground conduits, with its moisture-resistant structure ensuring stable performance in enclosed environments.
  • Direct Burial: Can be directly buried in soil, thanks to its high crush resistance and protective sheath, making it suitable for rural or remote area networks.​

Packaging & Marking​

  • Packaging: Supplied on wooden reels with a standard length of 2km; custom lengths are available upon request.
  • Marking: The outer sheath can be printed with white characters (e.g., model, length, brand) as per customer requirements for easy identification.​

The GYTC8S figure-8 self-supporting aerial optical cable stands out as a reliable choice for outdoor communication networks, combining versatility, durability, and high performance. Its ability to adapt to multiple installation scenarios, along with its robust mechanical and optical properties, makes it a valuable asset for telecom operators, ISPs, and industrial network deployments.​

Contact us for tailored quotes or technical support to meet your specific project needs.



Product Certifications

ISO 9001:2015

We are certified to ISO 9001:2015, ensuring consistent quality across all stages of product development and delivery.

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CE Marking

Our products bear the CE mark, confirming compliance with European Union health, safety, and environmental standards.

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RoHS Compliance

We comply with RoHS directives, ensuring our products are free from restricted hazardous substances.

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Quality Testing

Testing Compliance

Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) 100%
Environmental Testing 100%
Mechanical Testing 100%
Optical Performance 100%

User Comments

Leo Leo
Aug 17, 2025, 04:19 PM

GYTA53 works great for our duct project. Stable signal, easy to install. Good job!

Mike Mike
Aug 16, 2025, 10:37 PM

Bought GYTA53 for a duct project. Seems solid, no issues so far. Attenuation tests checked out. Decent service.

KST cable admin
Aug 17, 2025, 01:18 AM

Thank you for your message and support. We appreciate your time and look forward to serving you again.

KST KST
Aug 16, 2025, 10:38 PM

Hi Mike, thanks for taking the time to share your experience with our GYTA53 cable! We're glad to hear it's performing well for your duct project and that the service met your expectations. If you run into any questions or need further support down the line, feel free to reach out—we're here to help.

Mike Mike
Aug 17, 2025, 06:12 PM

Thanks for the quick response! It’s reassuring to know you’re there for support. The cable has been running smoothly for weeks, but I’ll definitely reach out if anything comes up. Appreciate the great product and service!

KST cable admin
Aug 17, 2025, 06:13 PM

Thanks for your trust, Mike! We’ll keep striving to ensure stable performance of our products and responsive service. Feel free to contact us anytime—we’re always here for you.

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