Figure-8 Fibre Cable Support Clamp C1
The C1 secures self-supporting figure-8 fibre optic drop cables with steel or FRP messengers. Its metal suspension fitting connects to compatible hooks or brackets on poles and walls.
Features
- Dedicated grip pattern for figure-8 cable messengers
- Compact, integrated body
- Corrosion-resistant components
- Materials selected for resistance to UV exposure, temperature changes and humidity
- Stable performance in outdoor conditions
- Designed to protect the cable jacket and insulated messenger
Application
The C1 supports figure-8 optical cables along straight aerial routes. It maintains cable position and helps limit mechanical stress from wind and cable movement. Applications include distribution and access networks between poles, buildings and industrial structures. The clamp fixes and protects optical cables on outdoor telecommunications supports and accommodates steel or FRP messengers.
| Product name | Messenger diameter, mm | MBL, KN | Materials |
| C1 | 4-7 | 0.5 | UV resistant plastic & galvanized steel |
Ultimate tensile strength testing evaluates a product’s capacity to withstand mechanical pulling loads. Opposing tensile forces are applied to a specimen until it deforms or fails. The resulting measurements provide information on elongation, yield point, tensile strength and ultimate strength.
Tensile testing is used to assess pole-line suspension clamps, preformed guy grips, ADSS dead-end fittings, stainless steel bands, FTTH drop clamps and tension clamps.
For overhead optical cables and their accessories, endurance testing combines mechanical and thermal loading with oscillating stresses. The applicable test values depend on the requirements of IEC 61284.
Such tests can be conducted before product release and during routine production to assess conformity with the applicable quality requirements.