Armored optical fiber cable is often installed in a network for added mechanical protection, as it has extra reinforcing
in the cable housing to prevent damage.
Armor is a coated steel tape folded around the cable longitudinally. It is found in outdoor cables and offers extra mechanical and rodent protection.
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– During some optical fiber installations, there is a need to provide extra protection for the cable due to the
installation environment. That environment may be underground or in buildings with congested pathways.
– Installing an armored optical fiber cable in these scenarios would provide extra protection for the optical fiber and added
reliability for the network, lessening the risk of downtime and cable damage due to rodents, construction work, weight
of other cables and other factors.
