The GYDTA optical cable is constructed by inserting 4-, 6-, 8-, and 12-fiber ribbons into loose tubes made of high-modulus material, with the loose tubes filled with a waterproof compound. At the center of the cable core is a metallic central strength member. For certain fiber counts, a layer of polyethylene (PE) is also extruded over the metallic central strength member. The loose tubes and fillers are stranded around the central strength member to form a compact and circular cable core, and the gaps within the cable core are filled with water-blocking fillers. After longitudinal wrapping with plastic-coated aluminum tape (APL), a polyethylene sheath is extruded to form the cable.

• Excellent mechanical performance and temperature characteristics

• The loose tube material itself has good hydrolysis resistance and high strength

• The tubes are filled with a special grease to provide critical protection for the optical fibers

• Specially designed compact cable structure effectively prevents loose tube retraction

• The PE sheath has good UV radiation resistance

• YOFC 4-, 6-, 8-, and 12-fiber ribbons are adopted for flexible application

• The following measures are adopted to ensure the waterproof performance of the optical cable:

- Single steel wire central strength member

- Loose tubes filled with a special waterproof compound

- Complete cable core filling

- Plastic-coated aluminum tape (APL) moisture barrier