Optical Ground Wire
Optical Ground Wire Specification
- Conductor Type
- Stranded
- No Of Core
- 12-48 Fiber Cores
- Connector Type
- Optical Splice Closure/Adapters
- Temperature
- -40C to +85C
- Cable Length
- Up to 6,000 m continuous roll
- Product Type
- Optical Ground Wire (OPGW)
- Material
- Aluminum Alloy and Steel
- Function
- Data Transmission and Power Line Protection
- Usage
- Telecommunications and Power Distribution Lines
- Voltage Surge
- High Resistance to Voltage Surges
- Frequency (MHz)
- DC to 60 Hz (for grounding function), Fiber supports wide range
- Rated Voltage
- Up to 220 kV
- Rated Current
- Supports up to 800 A (as ground wire)
- Cable Capacity
- Up to 48 Optical Fibers
- Insulation Material
- Fiber Optical Coating, No External Insulation
- Conductor Material
- Aluminum-Clad Steel
- Length
- Customized per project (typically in reels of 2,000 m or more)
- Size
- Diameter ranges from 9 mm to 20 mm
- Color
- Grey Metallic
- Diameter
- Approx. 9-20 mm
- Application
- Transmission Line Communication and Lightning Protection
- Short Circuit Current Capacity
- Up to 40 kA/0.25 sec
- Tensile Strength
- Up to 70 kN
- Design Life
- Over 25 years
- Minimum Bending Radius
- 20x Cable Diameter
- Installation Method
- Aerial (Overhead Power Lines)
- UV Resistance
- Yes
- Optical Attenuation
- 0.35 dB/km at 1310 nm
- Fiber Type
- Single-mode or Multi-mode
- Armoring
- Aluminum Alloy wires
- Waterproof Design
- Yes, water-blocking material included
- Packaging
- Steel Drum
Optical Ground Wire Trade Information
- Minimum Order Quantity
- 10 Kilograms
- Supply Ability
- 500 Kilograms Per Month
- Delivery Time
- 7 Days
About Optical Ground Wire
Versatile Performance & Competitive Edge
OPGW is engineered for installation on overhead power lines, making it ideal for telecommunications and power distribution. The cable boasts outstanding features such as high tensile strength, exceptional optical attenuation, and aluminum alloy armoring. Its design offers high resistance to voltage surges and extends protection against lightning strikes. Lightweight yet durable, this cable ensures reliable data transfer and power line safeguarding, establishing itself as the finest solution for modern infrastructure demands.
Sample Availability, Export, and Market Presence
Samples of OPGW are available to streamline goods transport and facilitate project evaluation before placing a full order. With prompt arrival and competitive list prices, the product serves a global clientele across major export markets, including Asia, Africa, and Europe, as well as India's main domestic sectors. Reliable supply ensures that manufacturers, suppliers, and exporters can fulfill large-scale infrastructure requirements with confidence and efficiency.
FAQ's of Optical Ground Wire:
Q: How is Optical Ground Wire typically installed on power lines?
A: Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) is designed for aerial installation along overhead power lines, combining data transmission with grounding and lightning protection. It is typically strung between pylons using standard cable stringing techniques and supporting hardware.Q: What are the main advantages of using OPGW in transmission networks?
A: OPGW offers simultaneous data transfer and power line protection. It provides high tensile strength, outstanding short circuit current capacity, water-blocking features, UV resistance, and a long service life, making it an efficient and cost-effective solution for utility networks.Q: Where can this Optical Ground Wire be used?
A: This cable is suitable for telecommunications and power distribution lines, particularly in environments requiring high voltage surge resistance and reliable lightning protection. Its robust design is ideal for new installations or upgrades on high-voltage transmission lines.Q: What is the process for customizing OPGW cable length and fiber count?
A: Customers can reserve custom orders specifying cable lengths-typically up to 6,000 meters per roll-and fiber core counts ranging from 12 to 48, tailored to the demands of each project and shipped in steel drums for safe arrival and transport.Q: When should you consider choosing single-mode versus multi-mode OPGW?
A: Single-mode optical ground wire is ideal for long-distance, high-capacity communications, while multi-mode versions are suitable for shorter distances or local transmission. Selection depends on network design and application requirements.Q: How does OPGW ensure protection against lightning and voltage surges?
A: The cable integrates aluminum alloy armoring and stranded aluminum-clad steel conductors, designed to endure high fault currents and provide a low-resistance path for lightning-induced surges, thereby safeguarding transmission lines.


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