Fiber + Copper Cables

Description

Fiber + Copper Hybrid Cables combine optical fibers and electrical conductors within a single, integrated cable design. They are engineered to deliver simultaneous data transmission and electrical power along the same pathway, enabling efficient installation and simplified network infrastructure. By merging high-bandwidth optical communication with reliable low-voltage power delivery, hybrid cables reduce installation time, minimize conduit usage, and support a wide range of outdoor and indoor connectivity applications.

Designed for telecom operators, security integrators, industrial automation providers and smart-infrastructure deployments, these hybrid cables enable next-generation connectivity in scenarios where both power and data must reach remote or distributed devices.

Performance Characteristics

Hybrid cables are built to guarantee stable electrical power delivery and optical signal transmission across varying environmental and mechanical conditions. Typical design features include:

1. Single or multi loose tube fiber elements with gel-filled or dry designs

2. High-performance copper conductors (0.5–4.0 mm² typical) for low-voltage power delivery

3. Class 1 or Class 2 copper options depending on load and distance requirements

4. Dielectric or metallic strength members for tensile reinforcement

5. Polyethylene (PE) or LSZH outer jackets depending on installation environment

6. UV-, moisture- and temperature-resistant materials for outdoor and industrial installation

7. Optional steel-armored variants for direct burial or high-risk environments

These features support long-distance power transmission while maintaining stable optical performance with minimal attenuation drift.

Application Scenarios

Fiber + Copper Hybrid Cables are commonly used in applications where both data and power must be delivered through a single cable, including:

1. CCTV and security camera networks where cameras require low-voltage power and high-bandwidth data

2. 5G small cell and remote radio unit (RRU) connections

3. FTTx deployments that power ONTs, repeaters or network units

4. Industrial automation systems powering sensors, monitoring devices and control units

5. Smart city infrastructure such as traffic systems, kiosks, IoT devices and environmental sensors

6. Power-over-fiber hybrid solutions in areas with limited electrical routing options

7. Campus networks and enterprise networks needing combined power + data pathways

Hybrid cables eliminate the need for separate power lines, reducing installation complexity and improving network efficiency.

Design Advantages

Fiber + Copper Hybrid Cables provide several operational and installation benefits:

1. Unified cable design that lowers installation cost and simplifies route planning

2. Reduced duct occupancy, freeing space for future expansion

3. Enhanced reliability through centralized power and data distribution

4. Excellent mechanical durability, meeting outdoor and industrial requirements

5. Flexible configurations: 1–12 fibers and 1–4 copper pairs or power cores

6. High bend performance when using G.657 fibers in compact hybrid layouts

7. Optional armored versions enabling direct burial or rodent-protected deployments

These advantages make hybrid cables ideal for modern networks that require both power delivery and high-speed communication in a single infrastructure component.