232144 Catalog

102156-Catalog 102156-Catalog 102156-Catalog 016843 Batch8 unilog cesco-content

108596-Attachment 108596-Attachment 108596-Attachment 016843 Batch8 unilog cesco-content

: Pdf 232144-Catalog 232144-Catalog 016843 Batch7 unilog

Open the PDF directly: View PDF .
Page Count: 250

Download
Open PDF In Browser	View PDF

QUICK LINKS
SEARCH
NOTE:	 When searching for a specific
part number, enter only the
first 5 letters/numbers and
include dashes.

Table of Contents
Part Number Index
SECTIONS

COMMUNICATIONS WIRE and CABLE

COPPER | FIBER | COMPOSITES

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO
Warranties
UPDATED: November 22, 2010

SuperiorEssex.com/Comm
Receive catalog updates via RSS

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Our Ongoing Commitment
to Quality, Value and On-Time Delivery

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Superior Essex, a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply communications
and data cable products, has cultivated one of the broadest offerings of high performance
optical fiber and copper cables in the industry and built a reputation for delivering quality
products to the market. For this reason, Superior Essex has become the preferred supplier
for many of the major communications service providers, leading enterprises, universities,
hospitals, military facilities and businesses around the globe for more than 50 years.

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Premises Cable

BELL OSP COPPER

Our premises wire and cable products provide a total user
experience that is unequaled in the industry. For years,
Superior Essex cables have offered more useful features
that save time and money, better performance, higher
quality and better overall value than our competition.
Ultimately, these subtle advantages combined with our
broad portfolio of fiber and copper cable offerings make
Superior Essex premises products the preferred choice for
architects, engineers, consultants and contractors alike.

OSP COPPER WIRE

Outside Plant Wire and Cable

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Superior Essex is the world’s largest producer of Outside
Plant (OSP) copper communications cables and a leader
in the OSP optical fiber cable market. With more than 4,000
different optical fiber, copper and wire designs available,
our products serve virtually every application demanded for
OSP installations. Our strong market position was built from
an endless pursuit of perfection in our products and service.
It’s the difference that has kept customers loyal for decades
and has earned Superior Essex customer quality awards
year after year.

TECHNICAL INFO

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Flexibility
The Superior Essex cable and wire catalog is extensive,
but we also manufacture custom products with special
requirements. Our Product Management team can quote and
deliver unique designs that are tailored for your application.

Superior Essex makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this catalogue at the time of publication. Specifications, packaging and part numbers detailed
within are subject to change. For the most up to date information, please contact Superior Essex at 770.657.6000 or visit SuperiorEssex.com/Comm. © 2010 Superior Essex, Inc.

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

OSP COMPOSITE

OSP FIBER

PREMISES FIBER

PREMISES COPPER

When it comes to product performance, we guarantee
that when you install any of our communications cables
that you’ll get more than you ask for – you’ll get what you
want. Superior Essex has engineered some of the highest
performance copper and fiber optic cable products available
anywhere. In independent tests, Superior Essex Category
5e, 6 and 6A cables regularly surpass the performance
of competitors who claim performance to be their sole
distinction. This same attention to engineering excellence
is also extended to our fiber cable products and our voicegrade cables.

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Product Performance

BELL OSP COPPER

Any cable manufacturer can design a high-performance
cable, but very few have the ability or inclination to ensure
that every cable produced is high-performance. Superior
Essex does. Superior Essex has firmly established a longstanding reputation for providing quality products, on-time
delivery and expert technical support. Consistency matters;
get it right the first time with Superior Essex.

OSP COPPER WIRE

Consistency Matters

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Superior Essex has TL 9000 and ISO 9001:2001 certification
in every communications production facility, assuring a
level of quality and consistency of the company’s products
and service. And, there is much more to this commitment.
Beyond quality assurance of our products is our dedication
to bring value added elements and superior customer
service to our products. At Superior Essex quality is simple
– providing the customer what is expected every time.

TECHNICAL INFO

Defining Quality

PREMISES COPPER

Table of Contents
PREMISES COPPER	

A-1

®

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE

10Gain XP Category 6A CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
®
10Gain Category 6A CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
Category 6A STP (U/FTP) CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6
Category 6A ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-8
Category 6+ ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9
®
NextGain Category 6eX CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-10
®
DataGain Category 6+ CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-12
Category 6 CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-14
Cobra Category 5e+ CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-16
Cobra Category 5e+ Limited Combustible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-18
Category 5e+ ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-20
®
Marathon LAN Category 5e CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-22
Category 5e CMR/CMX Outdoor Sunlight Resistant . . . . . . . . . . . . A-24
Category 5e CMR/CMX Outdoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-25
Category 5e CM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-26
6-Pair Category 5e CMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-27
25-Pair Power Sum Category 5e CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-28
25-Pair Category 5e Indoor/Outdoor  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-29
OSP Broadband Category 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-30
OSP Broadband Category 5e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-31
™
MEGAPIC OSP Broadband Backbone Category 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-32
Interlock Armored Premises Copper CMR  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-33
Category 3 CMR/CMP 2-Pair – 400-Pair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-34
AR Series Riser ARAM/ARMM  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-36
Category 3 Station Wire CMR/CMX Outdoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-37
Bundled Category 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-38
Bundled Category 5e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-39
Bundled Composite Category 6 CMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-40
Bundled Composite Category 5e CMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-41
Residential Broadband Riser
Coax Series 6 Quad Shield, Category 6 and Optical Fiber . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-42
Residential Broadband Riser
Coax Series 6 Quad Shield, Category 5e and Optical Fiber . . . . . . . . . . . . A-43
Coax Series 6 Quad Shield
CM/CATV, CMR/CATVR and Aluminum Interlock Armored CMR . . . . . . . . A-44
Coax Series 6 60% Shield CM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-46
Coax Series 6 Tri-Shield 70% CM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-47

PREMISES FIBER	

B-1

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

Simplex, Duplex and Quad Interconnect OFNR/OFNP  . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Microarray Data Center Interconnect OFNR/OFNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4
Microarray Breakout OFNP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5
Single Unit Distribution OFNR/OFNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-6
®
Premises Fiber BrakeBox with QuickCount® Marking System . . . . . . . B-7
Multi-Unit Distribution OFNR/OFNP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-8
Indoor/Outdoor Sunlight Resistant OFNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-10
Dry Block/Sunlight Resistant Indoor/Outdoor OFNR  . . . . . . . . . . . . B-11
Dry Block/Sunlight Resistant Indoor/Outdoor OFNP  . . . . . . . . . . . . B-12
Hybrid Premises Fiber OFNR/OFNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-14
Interlock Armored Premises Fiber OFCR/OFCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-16

OSP FIBER	

C-1

Loose Tube Single Jacket All Dielectric Series 11  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
Loose Tube Double Jacket Non-Armor Series 1G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3
Loose Tube Single Jacket Single Armor Series 12  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4
Loose Tube Double Jacket Single Armor Series 1A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-5
Loose Tube Double Jacket Double Armor Series 1D  . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-6
Loose Tube Triple Jacket Double Armor Series 1C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-7
Loose Tube Single Jacket Self Support Series 11M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-8
Loose Tube Double Jacket Self Support Series 1GM . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-9
Loose Tube Single Jacket Single Armor Self Support Series 12M  . . C-10
Loose Tube Double Jacket Single Armor Self Support Series 1AM  . C-11
Loose Tube Single Jacket All Dielectric Nylon Series 1NY . . . . . . . C-12
ADSS 100 Series 1F100  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-13
ADSS 200 Series 1F200  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-14
ADSS 400 Series 1F400  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-15
Single Loose Tube All Dielectric Series 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-16
Single Loose Tube Single Armor Series 52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-17
Single Flex Tube All Dielectric Series F1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-18
Single Flex Tube Single Armor Series F2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-19
Flex Tube Locate Series FM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-20
Ribbon Locate Series RM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-21
Loose Tube Indoor/Outdoor OFNR Series 13  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-22
Interlock Armored OSP Fiber OFCR Series 13I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-23
Single Loose Tube Indoor/Outdoor OFNR Series 53  . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-24
Heavy Duty Loose Tube OFNR Series 1H  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-25
Loose Tube 12 AWG Composite Series 1N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-26
UG FTTP Series 513 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-27
Buried FTTP Steel Armor Series 52S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-28
Buried FTTP Aluminum Armor Series 523 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-29
Buried Drop Composite Aluminum Armor Series 72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-30
Buried Drop Composite Steel Armor Series 72S  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-31
Toneable Drop FTTP Series 571Q  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-32
Universal Drop FTTP Series 570Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-33
Universal FTTP OFNR Series 57R  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-34
Toneable FTTP OFCR Series 57CR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-35
Figure 8 FTTP Series 573Q  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-36
FTTP Tight Buffered Indoor/Outdoor Drop Series W7 . . . . . . . . . . . . C-37
®
Dri-Lite Ribbon Series R1D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-38
®
Dri-Lite Ribbon Single Armor Series R2D  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-39
Stranded Tube Ribbon Single Armor Series S2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-41
Single Tube Ribbon Series R1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-42
Single Tube Ribbon Single Armor Series R2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-43

OSP COMPOSITE	
Composite Right of Way Series MR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite Category 5e Drop Series 5F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite Drop Web Series 71 W  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite Drop Overjacket Series 71 OJ  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite OSP Web Series 5V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite OSP Overjacket Series 70 OJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite Round CF Series L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

D-1
D-2
D-3
D-4
D-5
D-6
D-7
D-8

BELL OSP COPPER	

G-1

ALPETH BHBA, BHAA, BKMA and BKTA  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2
PASP BHBH, BHAH, BKMH and BKTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-4
Self-Support BHAS and BKMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-6
Reinforced Self-Support BHAP, BKMP and BKTP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-8
Bonded STALPETH DCAZ, DCMZ and DCTZ  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-10
STEAMPETH DKMN and DKTN  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-12
Power Station High Potential Filled ASP CMAW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-13
Filled ALPETH ANBA, ANAA, ANMA and ANTA  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-14
Filled ASP ANBW, ANAW, ANMW and ANTW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-16
Tight Twist 200-Pair ANMW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-18
®
T-SCREEN Filled ASP KNAW and KNMW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-19

OSP COPPER WIRE	

H-1

C-Rural Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-2
IMRDW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3
IMRDWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-4
ADP NMS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-5
ADP NMS (6x24) Compact Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-6
ADP S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-7
Integrated Messenger Wire IM/F, IM/H and IM/G  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-8
BDW A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-9
BDW G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-10
BW CF  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-11
BW GDJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-12
BW NS Buried Wire Non-Shielded  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-13
Non-Jacketed Tight Twist Cable Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-14

I-1

CELFIL BJBB, BJAB, BJMB and BJTB  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2
Canadian ALPETH BHBB, BHAB, BKMB and BKTB  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-4
SEALPAP BHBF, BHAF, BKMF and BKTF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-6
Canadian Bonded STALPETH DCAZ, DCMZ and DCTZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-8
Canadian Self Support BHBS-BC, BHAS-BC and BKMS-BC  . . . . . . . . . I-10
Aerial Drop Wire ADW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-11
Canadian Integrated Messenger Wire IM/F, IM/H and IM/G  . . . . . . . I-12
Canadian ADP NMS with QuickCount® in Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-13
Buried Distribution Wire BCBD  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-14

TECHNICAL INFO	

J-1

Metric Measurement Conversions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-2
American Wire Gauge (AWG) Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-2
Optical Fiber Types  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-3
Optical Fiber Selection Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-4
Single Mode
Multimode

Optical Fiber Cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-6
ANSI/TIA/EIA-598-B Standard Colors
Standard Jacket Colors
OSP Flooding Compound and Jacket Marking Options
OSP Central Members/Strength Members Options
Additional OSP Options

Canadian Central Office Copper Cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-6
Insulation Color Codes
Spare Pair Insulation Color Codes
Spare Single Insulation Color Codes

OSP Copper Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-7
Pair Identification Colors
Groups of Pairs Binder Identification Colors
Super-units Binder Identification Colors

Copper Wire and Cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-8
NEC Fire Resistance Ratings
Balanced Twisted Pair Transmission Categories

Premises Cable Conduit Fill Quick Reference  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-9
Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-10
Glossary of Terms  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-16
Standard Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-21
®
PerformaLink Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-22
Campus Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-24
Part Number Index  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-28

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

CANADIAN OSP COPPER	

OSP COMPOSITE

H-14
H-15
H-15
H-16
H-16
H-17
H-18

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

F-1

®

SEALPIC  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-2
®
SEALPIC –84 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4
®
SEALPIC –FSF-84 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-6
®
SEALPIC –FSF (RDUP PE-89) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-8
®
CASPIC –FSF (RDUP PE-89)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-10
®
SEALPIC –F (RDUP PE-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-12
®
CUPIC –F (RDUP PE-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-14
®
GOPIC –F (RDUP PE-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-16
®
CASPIC –F (RDUP PE-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-18

Air Pipe  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bridle Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Temporary Drop Wire TDW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
E-Block Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ground Wire Bare or Jacketed  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cross-Connect Category 5 Wire XCW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indoor/Outdoor Cross-Connect Wire XCW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER	

H-1

BELL OSP COPPER

ABAM (600B) and ABMM Series Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2
1249C Series Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3
1161A Series Category 3 Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4
600C Series Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-5
25-Pair Category 5e Shielded CMR  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-6
Switchboard 100 Ohm Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-8
Switchboard 100 Ohm Central Office
200A/800A Series (Canadian Color Code)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-10
T100 Series Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-11
Switchboard 85 and Shielded Switchboard 85  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-12
Distribution Frame Wire DFW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-13
Heavy Duty Distribution Frame Wire HD-DFW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-14
Tight Twist Distribution Frame Wire DFW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-15

OSP COPPER WIRE continued	

OSP COPPER WIRE

E-1

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER	

TECHNICAL INFO

Table of Contents

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-1

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

10Gain® XP Category 6A CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
®
10Gain Category 6A CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
Category 6A STP (U/FTP) CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6
Category 6A ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-8
Category 6+ ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9
®
NextGain Category 6eX CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-10
®
DataGain Category 6+ CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-12
Category 6 CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-14
Cobra Category 5e+ CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-16
Cobra Category 5e+ Limited Combustible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-18
Category 5e+ ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-20
®
Marathon LAN Category 5e CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-22
Category 5e CMR/CMX Outdoor Sunlight Resistant . . . . . . . . . . . . A-24
Category 5e CMR/CMX Outdoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-25
Category 5e CM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-26
6-Pair Category 5e CMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-27
25-Pair Power Sum Category 5e CMR/CMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-28
25-Pair Category 5e Indoor/Outdoor  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-29
OSP Broadband Category 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-30
OSP Broadband Category 5e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-31
™
MEGAPIC OSP Broadband Backbone Category 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-32
Interlock Armored Premises Copper CMR  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-33
Category 3 CMR/CMP 2-Pair – 400-Pair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-34
AR Series Riser ARAM/ARMM  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-36
Category 3 Station Wire CMR/CMX Outdoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-37
Bundled Category 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-38
Bundled Category 5e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-39
Bundled Composite Category 6 CMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-40
Bundled Composite Category 5e CMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-41
Residential Broadband Riser
Coax Series 6 Quad Shield, Category 6 and Optical Fiber . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-42
Residential Broadband Riser
Coax Series 6 Quad Shield, Category 5e and Optical Fiber . . . . . . . . . . . . A-43
Coax Series 6 Quad Shield
CM/CATV, CMR/CATVR and Aluminum Interlock Armored CMR . . . . . . . . A-44
Coax Series 6 60% Shield CM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-46
Coax Series 6 Tri-Shield 70% CM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-47

BELL OSP COPPER

Table of Contents

OSP COPPER WIRE

PREMISES COPPER

PREMISES COPPER

10Gain® XP Category 6A CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

10Gain® XP, with its non-conductive Isolation Wrap, is the first Category 6A
cable without a continuous shield to offer 3 dB margin over Alien Crosstalk
(AXT) performance requirements in ANSI/TIA-568-C.2. The uniquely
designed Isolation Wrap contains discontinuous sections of metallized
material, held in place by a polymeric layer. 10Gain XP has a nominal 0.295
inch diameter which allows for higher cable density than other CAT 6A
cable products. 10Gain XP fully complies with UL 444 requirements for an
unshielded twisted pair product.

Flame Retardant
PVC Jacket
Thermoplastic Insulation

OSP FIBER

Applications

Cross-web Separator

•	 10GBASE-T and legacy applications 10BASE-T through
1000BASE-T ethernet

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

•	 ATM and token ring

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Backward compatible to legacy protocols and applications

Isolation Wrap

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4

Insulation

CMR: Thermoplastic
CMP: FEP

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Solid annealed copper

Features

Benefits

•	 Guaranteed 3 dB AXT margin

•	Guaranteed AXT performance
in virtually any installation
environment

•	 UL Verified CAT 6A

•	 Assures consistent, worry free
performance

•	 Tested to 650 MHz

•	 Assures ample bandwidth
headroom

•	 Non-conductive Isolation Wrap

•	 Provides substantially more
AXT protection without grounding
or bonding

•	 Nominal 0.295 inch diameter

•	 Allows higher cable density
and smaller bend radius

•	 1.2 inch bending radius

•	 Flexible for use in tight spaces

23 (0.57)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Separator
Isolation Wrap

Cross-web

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Package
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)

1,000’ plywood reel
100 ± 15

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

Velocity of Propagation (%)

CMR: 65
CMP: 69

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 6A
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

™

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

Proprietary construction

®

™

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable
•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel
•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Listing

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

CMR

6H-272-xA

0.295 (7.49)

47 (70)

12

CMP

6H-272-xB

0.295 (7.49)

45 (67)

12

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

A-2

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Purple = 7

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Red = 9

Orange = D

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Typical

Guaranteed

Typical

Guaranteed

Typical

Guaranteed

Typical

Guaranteed

2.1

2.0

74.3

78.3

72.2

77.3

72.3

77.3

70.2

76.3

4

3.8

3.7

65.3

69.3

61.5

66.6

63.3

68.3

59.5

65.6

Typical

8

5.3

5.1

60.8

64.8

55.4

60.6

58.8

63.8

53.4

59.6

10

5.9

5.7

59.3

63.3

53.4

58.6

57.3

62.3

51.4

57.6

16

7.5

7.3

56.2

60.2

48.8

54.0

54.2

59.2

46.8

53.0

20

8.4

8.1

54.8

58.8

46.4

51.7

52.8

57.8

44.4

51.2

25

9.4

9.1

53.3

57.3

44.0

49.7

51.3

56.3

42.0

49.0

31.25

10.5

10.2

51.9

55.9

41.4

47.2

49.9

54.9

39.4

46.7

62.5

15.0

14.4

47.4

51.4

32.4

39.0

45.4

50.4

30.4

38.4

100

19.1

18.4

44.3

48.3

25.2

32.4

42.3

47.3

23.2

31.7

200

27.6

26.5

39.8

43.8

12.2

20.1

37.8

42.8

10.2

19.5

250

31.1

29.8

38.3

42.3

7.3

15.5

36.3

41.3

5.3

15.1

2.9

11.4

35.1

40.1

0.9

10.8

4.6

33.3

38.3

31.8

36.8

300

34.3

32.9

37.1

41.1

400

40.1

38.3

35.3

39.3

500

45.3

43.0

33.8

37.8

600

47.5

36.4

35.6

650

49.7

35.9

35.1

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m

ACRF Minimum
dB/100 m

PSACRF Minimum
dB/100 m

PSANEXT Minimum
dB/100 m

3.6

PSAACRF Minimum
dB/100 m

Frequency
MHz

Guaranteed

Typical

Guaranteed

Typical

Guaranteed

Typical

Guaranteed

Typical

Guaranteed

1

20.0

22.0

67.8

73.8

64.8

70.8

70.0

96.5

70.0

72.0

4

23.0

25.0

55.8

61.8

52.8

58.8

70.0

87.5

69.2

71.2

Typical

8

24.5

26.5

49.7

55.7

46.7

52.7

70.0

83.0

63.1

65.1

10

25.0

27.0

47.8

53.8

44.8

50.8

70.0

81.5

61.2

63.2

16

25.0

27.0

43.7

49.7

40.7

46.7

70.0

78.4

57.1

59.1

20

25.0

27.0

41.8

47.8

38.8

44.8

70.0

77.0

55.2

57.2

25

24.3

26.3

39.8

45.8

36.8

42.8

70.0

75.5

53.2

55.2

31.25

23.6

25.6

37.9

43.9

34.9

40.9

70.0

74.1

51.3

53.3

62.5

21.5

23.5

31.9

37.9

28.9

34.9

68.6

69.6

45.3

47.3

100

20.1

22.1

27.8

33.8

24.8

30.8

65.5

66.5

41.2

43.2

200

18.0

20.0

21.8

27.8

18.8

24.8

61.0

62.0

35.2

37.2

250

17.3

19.3

19.8

25.8

16.8

22.8

59.5

60.5

33.2

35.2

300

16.8

18.8

18.3

24.3

15.3

21.3

58.3

59.3

31.7

33.7

400

15.9

17.9

15.8

21.8

12.8

18.8

56.5

57.5

29.2

31.2

500

15.2

17.2

13.8

19.8

10.8

16.8

55.0

56.0

27.2

29.2

16.7

18.2

15.2

54.8

27.6

650

16.4

17.5

14.5

54.3

26.9

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-3

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

600

PREMISES FIBER

Guaranteed

1

OSP FIBER

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m

OSP COMPOSITE

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m

Frequency
MHz

BELL OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C
Maximum
dB/100 m

OSP COPPER WIRE

10Gain XP Category 6A CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

10Gain® Category 6A CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

10Gain® cable brings Category 6A UTP performance to a new level. This
cable meets the internal and alien cross-talk performance requirements of
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 as tested in a 6 around 1 configuration. With guaranteed
performance out to 500 MHz and independently verified and monitored by UL,
10Gain CAT 6A cable demonstrates superior capability for 10 Gigabit Ethernet
and all other bandwidth intensive and legacy applications.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications
•	 10GBASE-T and legacy applications 10BASE-T through
1000BASE-T ethernet

OSP FIBER

Cross-web Separator

•	 ATM and token ring

Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 Backward compatible to legacy protocols and applications

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

OSP COMPOSITE

Specifications

Features

Benefits

•	 UL Verified CAT 6A

•	 Assures consistent, worry-free
performance

•	 Tested to 650 MHz

•	 Assures ample bandwidth
headroom

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4
23 (0.57)

•	 Exceptional PSACR and PSAACRF •	 Performance assurance for
(PSAELFEXT) performance
10 Gigabit Ethernet and multiple
high-bandwidth applications

Insulation

CMR: Polyolefin
CMP: FEP

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Separator

Cross-web

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Package
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)

1,000’ plywood reel

Velocity of Propagation (%)

CMR: 65
CMP: 69

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 6A
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

Solid annealed copper

™

®

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters
™

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable
•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel
•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

100 ± 15

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Listing

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

CMR

6A-272-xA

0.35 (8.9)

51 (76)

12

CMP

6A-272-xB

0.32 (8.1)

49 (73)

12

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Purple = 7

Red = 9

Orange = D

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

A-4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Guar.

Typical

Specified

Guar.

Typical

Specified

Guar.

Typical

Specified

Guar.

74.3

75.3

92.4

72.3

74.3

90.7

72.3

74.3

90.3

70.3

72.3

88.7

4

3.7

3.6

3.4

65.3

66.3

82.2

61.5

63.5

78.9

63.3

65.3

80.5

59.5

61.5

77.2

Typical

8

5.2

5.1

4.7

60.8

61.8

78.0

55.5

57.5

73.3

58.8

60.8

76.4

53.5

55.5

71.7

10

5.9

5.7

5.3

59.3

60.3

76.5

53.4

55.4

71.2

57.3

59.3

74.8

51.4

53.4

69.6

16

7.4

7.2

6.7

56.2

57.2

73.8

48.8

50.8

67.2

54.2

56.2

72.0

46.8

48.8

65.4

20

8.3

8.1

7.6

54.8

55.8

71.1

46.5

48.5

63.6

52.8

54.8

69.7

44.5

46.5

62.2

25

9.3

9.1

8.5

53.3

54.3

68.9

44.0

46.0

60.5

51.3

53.3

67.4

42.0

44.0

59.1

31.25

10.4

10.2

9.5

51.9

52.9

68.3

41.5

43.5

58.9

49.9

51.9

67.0

39.5

41.5

57.6

62.5

14.9

14.5

13.6

47.4

48.4

64.3

32.5

34.5

50.8

45.4

47.4

62.3

30.5

32.5

49.0

100

19.0

18.5

17.4

44.3

45.3

61.2

25.3

27.3

44.0

42.3

44.3

59.2

23.3

25.3

42.2

155

24.0

23.4

21.9

41.4

42.4

57.3

17.5

19.5

35.7

39.4

41.4

55.9

15.5

17.5

34.4

200

27.5

26.8

25.1

39.8

40.8

57.1

12.3

14.3

32.4

37.8

39.8

54.9

10.3

12.3

30.3

250

31.0

30.2

28.2

38.3

39.3

55.9

7.4

9.4

27.6

36.3

38.3

53.3

5.4

7.4

25.4

300

34.2

33.3

31.1

37.1

38.1

53.7

3.0

5.0

22.8

35.1

37.1

51.5

1.0

3.0

20.9

350

37.2

36.3

33.8

36.1

37.1

52.7

1.0

19.1

34.1

36.1

50.1

16.9

400

40.0

39.0

36.3

35.3

37.3

52.4

15.3

33.3

36.3

49.3

13.5

450

42.7

41.6

38.7

34.5

36.5

50.2

11.6

32.5

35.5

47.8

9.7

500

45.3

44.1

41.0

33.8

35.8

48.7

7.7

31.8

34.8

46.2

5.8

2.3

43.7

1.0

550

43.2

45.6

600

45.3

44.0

42.2

650

47.5

42.0

40.2

Frequency
MHz

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior Essex
568-C.2

ACRF Minimum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior Essex
568-C.2

PSACRF Minimum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior Essex
568-C.2

PSANEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior Essex
568-C.2

PSAACRF Minimum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior
568-C.2
Essex

Specified

Guar.

Typical

Specified

Guar.

Typical

Specified

Guar.

Typical

Specified

Guar.

Typical

Specified

Guar.

1

20.0

20.0

27.3

67.8

72.8

83.6

64.8

69.8

81.2

67.0

67.0

94.8

67.0

67.0

71.2

4

23.0

23.0

33.1

55.8

60.8

72.0

52.8

57.8

69.6

67.0

67.0

85.7

66.2

66.2

70.3

Typical

8

24.5

24.5

35.3

49.7

54.7

66.2

46.7

51.7

63.7

67.0

67.0

81.2

60.1

60.1

64.3

10

25.0

25.0

36.0

47.8

52.8

64.4

44.8

49.8

61.8

67.0

67.0

79.8

58.2

58.2

62.4

16

25.0

25.0

36.5

43.7

48.7

60.3

40.7

45.7

57.8

67.0

67.0

76.7

54.1

54.1

58.3

20

25.0

25.0

38.4

41.8

46.8

58.4

38.8

43.8

56.0

67.0

67.0

75.3

52.2

52.2

56.4

25

24.3

24.3

37.6

39.8

44.8

56.3

36.8

41.8

54.1

67.0

67.0

73.8

50.2

50.2

54.4

31.25

23.6

23.6

37.8

37.9

42.9

54.3

34.9

39.9

52.1

67.0

67.0

72.4

48.3

48.3

52.5

62.5

21.5

21.5

36.6

31.9

36.9

48.3

28.9

33.9

46.1

65.6

65.6

67.8

42.3

42.3

46.5

100

20.1

20.1

33.5

27.8

32.8

44.5

24.8

29.8

42.3

62.5

62.5

64.8

38.2

38.2

42.4

155

18.8

18.8

33.0

24.0

29.0

40.6

21.0

26.0

38.5

59.6

59.6

61.9

34.4

34.4

38.6

200

18.0

18.0

30.7

21.8

26.8

38.4

18.8

23.8

36.2

58.0

58.0

60.3

32.2

32.2

36.4

250

17.3

17.3

30.3

19.8

24.8

35.0

16.8

21.8

33.4

56.5

56.5

58.8

30.2

30.2

34.4

300

16.8

16.8

26.9

18.3

23.3

33.8

15.3

20.3

31.6

55.3

55.3

57.6

28.7

28.7

32.8

350

16.3

16.3

27.0

16.9

21.9

32.5

13.9

18.9

30.4

54.3

54.3

56.6

27.3

27.3

31.5

400

15.9

15.9

26.9

15.8

19.8

31.8

12.8

17.8

29.8

53.5

53.5

55.7

26.2

26.2

30.3

450

15.5

15.5

26.0

14.7

18.7

30.8

11.7

16.7

28.8

52.7

52.7

55.0

25.1

25.1

29.3

500

15.2

15.2

24.8

13.8

17.8

29.8

10.8

15.8

28.1

52.0

52.0

54.3

24.2

24.2

28.4

550

24.2

28.8

26.9

53.7

27.6

600

22.7

28.6

26.4

53.1

26.8

650

19.6

27.2

25.3

52.6

26.1

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-5

PREMISES COPPER

Specified

1.7

PREMISES FIBER

Typical

2.0

OSP FIBER

Guar.

2.0

OSP COMPOSITE

Specified

1

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior
568-C.2
Essex

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior Essex
568-C.2

BELL OSP COPPER

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior Essex
568-C.2

OSP COPPER WIRE

Frequency
MHz

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior Essex
568-C.2

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C
Maximum
dB/100 m
TIASuperior Essex
568-C.2

TECHNICAL INFO

10Gain Category 6A CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

Category 6A STP (U/FTP) CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex offers Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Category 6A cables in
both plenum and riser versions. The cable has guaranteed performance to
600 MHz and meets or exceeds ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for CAT 6A cables required
for 10GBASE-T applications. The cable consists of four (4) balanced 23 AWG
copper pairs. Each pair is wrapped with a Mylar® backed aluminum foil with
the drain wire in the center of all 4 copper pairs. The wrapped pairs are
then jacketed with an appropriate flexible PVC jacket for either plenum or
riser applications.

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket
Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

OSP FIBER

Tin Coated Drain Wire

Applications
•	 10GBASE-T and legacy applications 10BASE-T through
1000BASE-T ethernet

Thermoplastic Insulation
Aluminum Foil Tape Shield

•	 ATM and token ring

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Backward compatible to legacy protocols and applications

Specifications
Copper pairs each surrounded by
®
aluminum/Mylar foil with center
drain wire and jacket

Configuration
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4

Insulation

CMR: Polyolefin
CMP: FEP

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: White/Blue
Pair 2: White/Orange
Pair 3: White/Green
Pair 4: White/Brown
Tinned copper

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Package
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

1,000’ plywood reel

Solid annealed copper

Features

Benefits

•	 Individually foil shielded pairs

•	 Protects against EMI/RFI
and provides exceptional NEXT,
PSNEXT, ELFEXT, and Electrical
Performance performance

•	 Exceeds specification
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for CAT 6A
cable performance

•	 Meets 10GBASE-T application
requirements for both Insertion
Loss and Return Loss and
exceeds requirements for
alien and internal crosstalk
performance

•	 Riser and plenum rated designs

•	 UL 1666 and NFPA 262 fire rating
options help to reduce additional
expensive materials required to
meet building safety codes

23 (0.57)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

®

Drain Wire

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 6A
UL, c(UL) or ETL, c(ETL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) or ETL, c(ETL) Listed CMP

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

100 ± 15
CMR: 73
CMP: 77

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Listing

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

CMR

6S-220-xA

0.31 (7.9)

50 (74)

15

CMP

6S-220-xB

0.29 (7.4)

52 (77)

15

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

A-6

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Red = 9

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Orange = D

Black = E

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

2.1

2.1

65.0

74.2

74.2

62.9

76.2

78.2

72.2

76.2

Typical
78.2

4

3.8

3.8

3.7

65.0

69.2

74.2

61.2

65.4

70.5

63.2

67.2

72.2

8

5.3

5.3

5.2

60.7

64.7

74.2

55.4

59.4

69.0

58.7

62.7

72.2

10

5.9

5.9

5.8

59.2

63.2

74.2

53.3

57.3

68.4

57.2

61.2

72.2

16

7.4

7.4

7.4

56.2

60.2

74.2

48.7

52.7

66.8

54.2

58.2

71.2

20

8.3

8.3

8.2

54.7

58.7

72.7

46.4

50.4

64.4

52.7

56.7

69.7

25

9.3

9.3

9.2

53.3

57.3

71.3

43.9

47.9

62.0

51.3

55.3

68.3

31.25

10.5

10.5

10.4

51.8

55.8

69.8

41.3

45.3

59.4

49.8

53.8

66.8

62.5

14.9

14.9

14.8

47.3

51.3

65.3

32.3

36.3

50.5

45.3

49.3

62.3

100

19.1

19.1

18.9

44.2

48.2

62.2

25.1

29.1

43.3

42.2

46.2

59.2

200

27.5

27.5

27.3

39.7

43.7

57.7

12.2

16.2

30.4

37.7

41.7

54.7

250

31.1

31.1

30.7

38.3

42.3

56.3

7.2

11.2

25.5

36.3

40.3

53.3

2.8

300

34.2

34.2

33.9

37.1

41.1

55.1

350

37.2

37.2

36.8

36.1

40.1

54.1

6.8

21.2

35.1

39.1

52.1

2.9

17.2

34.1

38.1

51.1

400

40.1

40.1

39.6

35.2

39.2

53.2

13.6

33.2

37.2

50.2

500

45.2

45.2

44.8

33.8

37.8

51.8

7.0

31.8

35.8

48.8

50.1

49.5

36.6

50.6

1.1

34.6

47.6

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

ELFEXT (ACRF) Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

600

Frequency
MHz

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

PSELFEXT (PSACRF) Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

1

70.2

74.2

76.2

20.0

20.0

20.6

67.7

69.7

73.7

64.7

66.7

Typical
70.7

4

59.4

63.4

68.5

23.0

23.0

23.7

55.7

57.7

61.7

52.7

54.7

58.7

8

53.4

57.4

67.0

24.5

24.5

25.3

49.7

51.7

55.7

46.7

48.7

52.7

10

51.3

55.3

66.4

25.0

25.0

25.8

47.7

49.7

53.7

44.7

46.7

50.7

16

46.7

50.7

63.8

25.0

25.0

25.8

43.7

45.7

49.7

40.7

42.7

46.7

20

44.4

48.4

61.4

25.0

25.0

25.8

41.7

43.7

47.7

38.7

40.7

44.7

25

41.9

45.9

59.0

24.3

24.3

25.1

39.8

41.8

45.8

36.8

38.8

42.8

31.25

39.3

43.3

56.4

23.6

23.6

24.3

37.8

39.8

43.8

34.8

36.8

40.8

62.5

30.3

34.3

47.5

21.5

21.5

22.2

31.8

33.8

37.8

28.8

30.8

34.8

100

23.1

27.1

40.3

20.1

20.1

20.7

27.8

29.8

33.7

24.8

26.8

30.8

200

10.2

14.2

27.4

18.0

18.0

18.5

21.7

23.7

27.7

18.7

20.7

24.7

250

5.2

9.2

22.5

17.3

17.3

17.8

19.8

21.8

25.8

16.8

18.8

22.8

300

0.8

350

4.8

18.2

16.8

16.8

17.3

18.2

20.2

24.2

15.2

17.2

21.2

0.9

14.2

16.3

16.3

16.8

16.9

18.9

22.9

13.9

15.9

19.9

15.9

10.6
4.0

600

-1.9

15.9

16.4

15.7

17.7

21.7

12.7

14.7

18.7

15.2

15.7

13.8

15.8

19.8

10.8

12.8

16.8

14.2

18.2

11.2

15.2

15.1

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-7

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

400
500

PREMISES FIBER

Guaranteed

2.1

OSP FIBER

Specified

1

OSP COMPOSITE

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Frequency
MHz

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

BELL OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C Maximum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

OSP COPPER WIRE

Category 6A STP (U/FTP) CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

Category 6A ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Category 6A ScTP (F/UTP) cable, swept out to 650 MHz, meets or exceeds
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for CAT 6A cables, a requirement for 10GBASE-T
applications. The cable is UL Verified CAT 6A and has a typical Alien
Crosstalk margin of 18 dB.

Flame Retardant
PVC Jacket

The cable consists of four (4) balanced 23 AWG copper pairs around a flame
retardant cross-web. The core is wrapped with a Mylar backed aluminum
foil. A drain wire is applied longitudinally against the tape. The cable is then
protected with a flexible riser or plenum rated PVC jacket. Standard features
include ColorTip™ circuit identification system and QuickCount® length
marking system measured in both feet and meters.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

OSP FIBER

Cross-web Separator
Thermoplastic Insulation

Applications

Tin Coated Drain Wire

•	 10GBASE-T and legacy applications 10BASE-T through
1000BASE-T ethernet

OSP COMPOSITE

Aluminum Foil Tape Shield

•	 ATM and token ring
•	 Backward compatible to legacy protocols and applications

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Copper pairs surrounded by aluminum
PET foil with an outer drain wire
and jacket

Configuration

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4

Insulation

CMR: Thermoplastic
CMP: FEP

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Features

Benefits

•	 Overall shielded core

•	 Protects against EMI/RFI
•	 18 dB typical margin Alien
Crosstalk performance

•	 Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
specification for CAT 6A cable
performance

Solid annealed copper
23 (0.57)

BELL OSP COPPER

Separator
Shield
Drain Wire

Cross-web

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Package
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

1,000’ plywood reel

•	 Assures CAT 6A performance by
a nationally recognized test lab

•	 Riser and plenum rated designs

•	 Meets all fire safety requirements
for either backbone or horizontal
applications

™

Tinned copper

100 ± 15

®

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters
™

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

CMR: 65
CMP: 69

OSP COPPER WIRE

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 6A
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

•	 Exceeds requirements for Alien
Crosstalk performance

•	 UL Verified CAT 6A

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

Aluminum/PET

•	 Meets all 10GBASE-T application
requirements

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable
•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel
•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Listing

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

CMR

6F-272-xA

0.29 (7.3)

40 (59)

12

CMP

6F-272-xB

0.30 (7.7)

46 (69)

12

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

A-8

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Purple = 7

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Red = 9

Orange = D

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Flame Retardant
PVC Jacket
Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Aluminum Foil Tape Shield

•	 10GBASE-T (up to 55 meters), 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-T
and legacy ethernet applications
•	 ATM and token ring

Features

Benefits

•	 Overall shielded core

•	 Protects against EMI/RFI

Specifications
Copper pairs surrounded by aluminum
PET foil with an outer drain wire
and jacket

Configuration

•	 18 dB typical margin Alien
Crosstalk performance
•	Guaranteed performance
to 500 MHz

•	 Assures ample headroom
for existing and future high
bandwidth applications

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4

•	 Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
specification for CAT 6
cable performance

•	 Allows for 10GBASE-T
applications up to 55 meters

Insulation

CMR: Thermoplastic
CMP: FEP

•	 UL Verified CAT 6

•	 Assures CAT 6 performance by
a nationally recognized test lab

Insulation Colors

•	 Riser and plenum rated designs

•	 Meets all fire safety requirements
for either backbone or horizontal
applications

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

®

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters
™

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable
•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel
•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

Separator
Shield
Drain Wire

Cross-web

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Package
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

1,000’ Plywood reel

Aluminum/PET with 10% overlap
Tinned copper

100 ± 15
CMR: 65
CMP: 69

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/TIA/EIA-TSB-155
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 6
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

23 (0.57)

OSP COPPER WIRE

™

Solid annealed copper

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Listing

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

CMR

6T-272-xA

0.29 (7.3)

40 (59)

12

CMP

6T-272-xB

0.30 (7.7)

46 (69)

12

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Purple = 7

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Red = 9

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Tin Coated Drain Wire

Applications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Thermoplastic Insulation

OSP COMPOSITE

OSP FIBER

Cross-web Separator

Orange = D

A-9

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

The cable consists of four (4) balanced 23 AWG copper pairs around a flame
retardant cross-web. The core is wrapped with a Mylar backed aluminum
foil. A drain wire is applied longitudinally against the tape. The cable is then
protected with a flexible riser or plenum rated PVC jacket. Standard features
include ColorTip™ circuit identification system and QuickCount® length
marking system measured in both feet and meters.

TECHNICAL INFO

Category 6+ ScTP (F/UTP) cable, with guaranteed performance out to
500 MHz, exceeds ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for CAT 6 cables. The cable is UL
Verified CAT 6 and has a typical Alien Crosstalk margin of 18 dB. The
cable can be used for 10GBASE-T applications for up to 55 meters per
ANSI/TIA/EIA-TSB-155.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Category 6+ ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

NextGain® Category 6eX CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

NextGain® Category 6eX cable brings UTP performance to a new level.
Guaranteed for 6 dB of margin (headroom) over base requirements of
CAT 6 NEXT standards, this cable maximizes bandwidth for today’s leading
edge applications and those of the future. With positive ACR verified beyond
300 MHz, NextGain CAT 6eX cable demonstrates superior capability for
ATM, Gigabit Ethernet and other bandwidth intensive applications.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications

OSP FIBER

Cross-web Separator

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet
•	 ATM and token ring

Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 Supports legacy protocols and applications

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

Features

Benefits

OSP COMPOSITE

•	Guaranteed NEXT of 6 dB greater •	 “Future-proofing”
than CAT 6 requirements
the cable installation

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	Guaranteed ACR of 30 dB at
100 MHz and 11.7 dB at 250 MHz

•	 Performance assurance
for multiple high-bandwidth
applications (e.g., fast ethernet,
ATM, Gigabit Ethernet)
•	 Reduces BER, improving
network efficiency

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4
23 (0.57)

•	 Exceptional performance over
CAT 6 requirements

Insulation

CMR: Polyolefin
CMP: FEP

•	 Adjustable tension control
on reel prevents over spin
and entangling of cable

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

•	 BrakeBox payout
control system
•	 Warranted with numerous
connectivity manufacturers

•	 Offers flexibility in selection
of connectivity solutions

Separator

Cross-web

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC
100 ± 15

Solid annealed copper

®

™

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

BELL OSP COPPER

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 6
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

®

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

CMR: 70
CMP: 75

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable
•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

™

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Color coded box labels

•	 Easily identifies jacket colors

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

CMR

54-246-xA

0.23 (5.8)

24 (36)

1,000’ BrakeBox®

12

CMR

54-272-xA

0.23 (5.8)

24 (36)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

CMP

54-246-xB

0.24 (6.1)

28 (42)

1,000’ BrakeBox®

12

CMP

54-272-xB

0.24 (6.1)

28 (42)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

OSP COPPER WIRE

Listing

Packages Per Pallet

Jacket Colors

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

¹Replace “x” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

A-10

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Purple = 7

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Red = 9

Teal = F

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

2.0

1.7

74.3

80.3

92.7

72.3

78.3

90.9

72.3

78.3

Typical
90.4

4

3.8

3.8

3.4

65.3

71.3

83.5

61.5

67.5

80.1

63.3

69.3

81.4

10

6.0

5.9

5.4

59.3

65.3

76.9

53.3

59.4

71.6

57.3

63.3

74.9

16

7.6

7.5

6.9

56.3

62.3

74.2

48.6

54.7

67.3

54.3

60.3

72.0

20

8.5

8.4

7.7

54.8

60.8

72.7

46.3

52.4

64.9

52.8

58.8

70.6

25

9.5

9.4

8.7

53.3

59.3

71.2

43.8

49.9

62.5

51.3

57.3

69.1

31.25

10.7

10.6

9.8

51.9

57.9

69.1

41.2

47.3

59.3

49.9

55.9

67.2

62.5

15.4

15.3

14.1

47.4

53.4

64.6

32.0

38.1

50.6

45.4

51.4

62.6

100

19.8

19.7

18.1

44.3

50.3

62.4

24.5

30.6

44.3

42.3

48.3

60.3

200

29.0

28.8

26.3

39.8

45.8

57.0

10.8

17.0

30.9

37.8

43.8

55.0

250

32.8

32.6

29.8

38.3

44.3

56.0

5.5

11.7

26.0

36.3

36.2

33.0

40.2

54.5

4.0

21.5

300

42.3

53.8

38.2

52.3

350

39.5

35.9

39.2

53.1

17.1

37.2

50.8

400

43.0

38.5

38.3

50.9

12.2

36.3

48.6

450

46.0

41.3

37.5

48.3

7.0

35.5

46.3

500

48.9

44.0

36.8

48.80

4.9

34.8

46.8

550

51.8

46.6

36.2

48.1

1.6

34.2

46.0

650

Frequency
MHz

51.1

45.0

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

43.1

ELFEXT (ACRF) Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

PSELFEXT (PSACRF) Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

1

70.3

76.3

88.7

20.0

20.0

26.8

67.8

73.8

84.7

64.8

70.8

Typical
82.8

4

59.5

65.5

78.1

23.0

23.6

31.2

55.7

61.7

72.8

52.7

58.7

71.0

10

51.3

57.3

69.6

25.0

26.0

33.2

47.8

53.8

65.1

44.8

50.8

63.1

16

46.6

52.7

65.2

25.0

26.0

32.8

43.7

49.7

61.2

40.7

46.7

59.2

20

44.3

50.3

63.0

25.0

26.0

33.0

41.7

47.7

59.3

38.7

44.7

57.3

25

41.8

47.8

60.5

24.3

25.5

34.6

39.8

45.8

57.4

36.8

42.8

55.4

31.25

39.2

45.2

57.6

23.6

25.0

34.6

37.9

43.9

55.6

34.9

40.9

53.5

62.5

30.0

35.9

48.7

21.5

23.5

34.0

31.8

37.8

49.8

28.8

34.8

47.7

100

22.5

28.4

42.4

20.1

22.5

33.0

27.8

33.8

46.0

24.8

30.8

43.7

200

8.8

14.6

29.0

18.0

21.0

30.6

21.7

27.7

40.1

18.7

24.7

37.8

250

3.5

9.3

24.3

17.3

20.5

29.8

19.8

25.8

38.1

16.8

1.5

19.8

20.1

28.7

24.2

36.3

300

22.8

35.8

21.2

34.0

350

-2.8

15.3

19.8

27.3

22.9

35.0

19.9

32.7

400

-7.4

10.6

15.9

26.7

21.7

33.6

18.7

31.1

450

-11.3

5.5

15.5

25.8

32.4

30.1

500

-14.9

3.3

15.2

24.7

30.9

28.6

550

-17.7

0.0

14.9

23.1

29.5

27.2

18.4

26.2

24.0

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-11

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

650

PREMISES FIBER

Guaranteed

2.0

OSP FIBER

Specified

1

OSP COMPOSITE

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Frequency
MHz

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

BELL OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C Maximum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

OSP COPPER WIRE

NextGain Category 6eX CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

DataGain® Category 6+ CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

DataGain® cable provides the best value in Category 6+ cables on the
market today. The innovative design, which utilizes a T-Filler separator,
yields exceptional performance that exceeds TIA/EIA CAT 6 specifications.
DataGain easily surpasses the performance of other cost-competitive
CAT 6 cables.

OSP FIBER

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications

T-Filler Separator

•	 ATM and token ring

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet

Thermoplastic Insulation
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

OSP COMPOSITE

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4

Insulation

CMR: Polyolefin
CMP: FEP

Solid annealed copper
23 (0.57)

Features

Benefits

•	Guaranteed electrical
performance to 400 MHz

•	Greater assurance of exceptional
overall channel performance at
a great value

•	Guaranteed 3 dB margin
in ACR and PSACR

•	 “Future-proofs”
the cable installation

•	 Tested to 550 MHz

•	 Assures ample
bandwidth headroom

•	 Round design with
T-Filler separator

•	 Reduces installation time

•	 Warranted with numerous
connectivity manufacturers

•	 Offers flexibility in selection
of connectivity solutions

®

•	 BrakeBox payout
control system

™

•	 Adjustable tension control
on reel prevents over spin
and entangling of cable

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Separator

T-Filler

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

100 ± 15

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

CMR: 71
CMP: 74

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Color coded box labels

•	 Easily identifies jacket colors

™

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

®

•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

™

BELL OSP COPPER

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 6
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

CMR

66-246-xA

0.22 (5.5)

24 (36)

1,000’ BrakeBox®

27

CMR

66-272-xA

0.22 (5.5)

24 (36)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

CMR

66-240-xA

0.22 (5.5)

24 (36)

™
1,000’ POP Box

20

CMP

66-246-xB

0.22 (5.5)

26 (39)

1,000’ BrakeBox

CMP

66-272-xB

0.22 (5.5)

26 (39)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

CMP

66-240-xB

0.22 (5.5)

26 (39)

™
1,000’ POP Box

20

OSP COPPER WIRE

Listing

Packages Per Pallet

®

27

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

A-12

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Purple = 7

Red = 9

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Pink = C

Orange = D

Black = E

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

2.0

2.0

1.7

74.3

77.3

87.6

72.3

75.3

85.9

72.3

75.3

Typical
85.2

4

3.8

3.8

3.4

65.3

68.3

77.9

61.5

64.5

74.5

63.3

66.3

75.6

10

6.0

5.9

5.4

59.3

62.3

71.4

53.3

56.4

66.0

57.3

60.3

69.1

16

7.6

7.5

6.9

56.3

59.2

68.4

48.6

51.7

61.5

54.2

57.2

66.1

20

8.5

8.4

7.8

54.8

57.8

67.1

46.3

49.4

59.4

52.8

55.8

64.8

25

9.5

9.4

8.7

53.3

56.3

65.4

43.8

46.9

56.7

51.3

54.3

63.1

31.25

10.7

10.6

9.8

51.9

54.9

64.2

41.2

44.3

54.3

49.9

52.9

61.8

62.5

15.4

15.3

14.1

47.4

50.4

59.5

32.0

35.1

45.4

45.4

48.4

57.3

100

19.8

19.7

18.1

44.3

47.3

56.7

24.5

27.6

38.5

42.3

45.3

54.3

200

29.0

28.8

26.4

39.8

42.8

51.5

10.8

14.0

25.3

37.8

40.8

49.3

250

32.8

38.3

5.5

8.7

20.5

36.3

39.3

47.8

0.7

15.2

35.1

45.7

6.2

33.3

42.6

32.6

29.8

41.3

50.5

300

36.2

33.0

37.1

48.2

400

42.7

38.9

35.3

45.2

500

44.2

42.4

40.0

550

47.2

41.0

39.1

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Frequency
MHz

ELFEXT (ACRF) Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

PSELFEXT (PSACRF) Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

1

70.3

73.3

83.6

20.0

20.2

27.5

67.8

70.7

80.6

64.8

68.3

Typical
78.6

4

59.5

62.5

72.3

23.0

23.2

32.8

55.8

58.7

68.7

52.8

56.3

66.8

10

51.3

54.5

63.7

25.0

25.5

35.1

47.8

50.7

60.9

44.8

48.3

58.9

16

46.6

49.7

59.3

25.0

25.5

35.2

43.7

46.6

56.9

40.7

44.2

54.9

20

44.3

47.4

57.2

25.0

25.5

34.9

41.8

44.7

55.0

38.8

42.3

52.9

25

41.8

44.9

54.5

24.3

24.8

35.0

39.8

42.7

53.2

36.8

40.3

51.0

31.25

39.2

42.3

52.2

23.6

24.1

34.7

37.9

40.8

51.3

34.9

38.4

49.1

62.5

30.0

33.1

43.3

21.5

22.0

32.2

31.9

34.8

45.5

28.9

32.4

43.2

100

22.5

25.6

36.5

20.1

20.6

31.2

27.8

30.7

41.6

24.8

28.3

39.3

200

8.8

12.0

23.2

18.0

18.5

29.2

21.8

24.7

35.7

18.8

22.3

33.4

250

3.5

6.7

18.4

17.3

19.8

16.8

17.8

29.1

22.7

33.7

20.3

31.4

300

13.1

16.8

27.4

18.3

32.0

15.3

29.7

400

4.2

15.9

26.0

15.8

29.2

12.8

26.8

24.5

26.2

23.9

550

23.6

24.6

22.5

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-13

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

500

PREMISES FIBER

Specified

1

OSP FIBER

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

OSP COMPOSITE

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Frequency
MHz

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C Maximum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

BELL OSP COPPER

DataGain Category 6+ CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

Category 6 CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex Series 77 product line provides exceptional value for jobs
that require standards compliant Category 6 cable at a cost-effective price.

Applications
•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet
Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

•	 ATM and token ring

OSP FIBER

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket
Thermoplastic Insulation

Features

Benefits

•	 Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
specification

•	 Provides cost effective solution

®

•	 BrakeBox payout
control system

•	 Adjustable tension control on reel
prevents over spin and entangling
of cable

OSP COMPOSITE

™

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

Specifications

®

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable
•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4
23 (0.57)

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

Insulation

CMR: Polyolefin
CMP: FEP

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Color coded box labels

•	 Easily identifies jacket colors

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

100 ± 15

Solid annealed copper

™

CMR: 71
CMP: 74

BELL OSP COPPER

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 6
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

CMR

77-246-xA

0.22 (5.5)

24 (36)

1,000’ BrakeBox®

27

CMR

77-272-xA

0.22 (5.5)

24 (36)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

CMR

77-240-xA

0.22 (5.5)

24 (36)

1,000’ POP™ Box

20

CMP

77-246-xB

0.22 (5.5)

25 (37)

1,000’ BrakeBox®

27

CMP

77-272-xB

0.22 (5.5)

25 (37)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

CMP

77-240-xB

0.22 (5.5)

25 (37)

1,000’ POP™ Box

20

OSP COPPER WIRE

Listing

Packages Per Pallet

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

A-14

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Red = 9

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Orange = D

Black = E

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Specified

Typical

Calculated

Typical

Specified

Typical

1.7

74.3

82.9

72.3

82.2

72.3

81.9

4

3.8

3.4

65.3

77.6

61.5

74.2

63.3

75.0

8

5.3

4.8

60.8

74.4

55.4

68.9

58.8

71.9

10

6.0

5.4

59.3

70.1

53.3

64.7

57.3

68.3

16

7.6

6.9

56.2

69.6

48.7

62.5

54.2

67.1

20

8.5

7.8

54.8

68.7

46.3

60.7

52.8

65.7

25

9.5

8.8

53.3

66.1

43.8

58.7

51.3

64.7

31.25

10.7

9.8

51.9

67.8

41.2

56.2

49.9

63.4

62.5

15.4

14.2

47.4

64.0

32.0

47.8

45.4

59.1

100

19.8

18.2

44.3

58.0

24.5

38.7

42.3

55.0

155

25.2

23.0

41.4

54.5

16.3

31.6

39.4

52.1

200

29.0

26.6

39.8

53.8

10.8

26.5

37.8

50.6

250

32.8

30.1

38.3

51.0

5.5

21.1

36.3

48.7

300

33.4

53.8

19.4

49.1

350

36.5

50.1

14.3

47.5

400

39.5

49.1

8.0

44.5

450

42.3

44.6

3.3

43.4

500

45.1

42.9

41.7

550

47.7

41.6

39.1

Frequency
MHz

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

ELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

PSELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

Calculated

Typical

Specified

Typical

Specified

Typical

Specified

1

70.3

80.2

20.0

26.0

67.8

78.7

64.8

Typical
76.6

4

59.5

71.6

23.0

31.1

55.8

65.9

52.8

64.2

8

53.4

67.1

24.5

34.5

49.7

60.1

46.7

58.4

10

51.3

62.9

25.0

36.3

47.8

58.1

44.8

56.4

16

46.7

60.2

25.0

37.7

43.7

54.0

40.7

52.2

20

44.3

58.1

25.0

36.0

41.8

52.1

38.8

50.3

25

41.8

56.1

24.3

38.6

39.8

50.2

36.8

48.4

31.25

39.2

53.6

23.6

38.3

37.9

48.1

34.9

46.4

62.5

30.0

45.0

21.5

32.8

31.9

41.4

28.9

40.3

100

22.5

37.0

20.1

30.7

27.8

36.8

24.8

35.2

155

14.3

29.1

18.8

28.8

24.0

33.3

21.0

31.9

200

8.8

24.0

18.0

27.6

21.8

32.6

18.8

31.8

250

3.5

18.8

17.3

28.5

19.8

32.5

16.8

300

15.8

28.6

30.8

31.3
28.9

350

11.6

29.0

26.8

25.4

400

5.0

24.9

24.7

23.5

450

1.2

23.2

21.9

25.0

22.5

21.5

550

24.2

22.4

22.0

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-15

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

23.9

500

PREMISES FIBER

Typical

2.0

OSP FIBER

Specified

1

OSP COMPOSITE

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Frequency
MHz

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

BELL OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C Maximum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

OSP COPPER WIRE

Category 6 CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

Cobra Category 5e+ CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Cobra Category 5e+ cable is the performance leader in its class. Cobra
cable is ideal for installations that require true “future proofing” in channel
performance. By design, Cobra cables are manufactured to the highest
quality standards, design requirements and materials to ensure that every
box provides significant margin over ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 specifications for
NEXT, Power Sum NEXT and Insertion Loss.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications

OSP FIBER

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet
Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 ATM and token ring

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

OSP COMPOSITE

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Features

Benefits

•	Guaranteed NEXT of 3 dB
greater than ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
specification across
frequency range

•	Greater assurance of exceptional
overall channel performance

•	Guaranteed ACR of 19.5 dB
at 100 MHz

•	 Performance assurance
for multiple high-bandwidth
applications

•	 Exceptional PSNEXT, PSELFEXT
and PSACR over CAT 5e

•	 Reduces BER, improving
network efficiency

™
•	 “WideMouth” POP Box design

•	 Reduces tension on wire
to ensure proper electrical
performance after installation

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4

Insulation

CMR: Polyolefin
CMP: FEP

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

100 ± 15

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

CMR: 70
CMP: 74

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Color coded box labels

•	 Easily identifies jacket colors

Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)

™

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

®

•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

™

BELL OSP COPPER

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-90-661-2008
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 5e
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

Packages Per Pallet

CMR

52-200-x5

0.19 (4.8)

19 (28)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

45

CMR

52-240-x5

0.19 (4.8)

19 (28)

™
1,000’ POP Box

36

CMP

52-200-x8

0.19 (4.8)

21 (31)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

45

CMP

52-241-x8

0.19 (4.8)

21 (31)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

OSP COPPER WIRE

Listing

Jacket Colors

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

¹Replace “x” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

A-16

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Purple = 7

Red = 9

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Brown = B

Orange = D

Black = E

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

1.8

1.6

67.0

70.0

81.1

65.2

69.3

84.0

64.0

68.0

Typical
78.7

1

2.0

2.0

1.8

65.3

68.3

79.5

63.3

67.4

77.7

62.3

66.3

77.2

4

4.1

4.0

3.6

56.3

59.3

69.9

52.2

56.4

66.4

53.3

57.3

67.5

8

5.8

5.7

5.1

51.8

54.8

65.1

46.0

50.3

60.0

48.8

52.8

62.7

10

6.5

6.4

5.8

50.3

53.3

63.6

43.8

48.2

57.9

47.3

51.3

61.2

16

8.2

8.1

7.4

47.2

50.3

60.4

39.0

43.4

53.1

44.2

48.3

58.0

20

9.3

9.2

8.3

45.8

48.8

59.0

36.5

41.0

50.9

42.8

46.8

56.6

25

10.4

10.3

9.3

44.3

47.3

57.5

33.9

38.5

48.3

41.3

45.3

55.1

31.25

11.7

11.6

10.4

42.9

45.9

56.0

31.2

35.8

45.7

39.9

43.9

53.5

62.5

17.0

16.8

14.9

38.4

41.4

51.7

21.4

26.2

36.8

35.4

39.4

49.2

100

22.0

21.7

19.1

35.3

38.3

48.5

13.3

21.0

29.5

32.3

27.7

24.2

35.5

45.7

9.3

21.6

3.5

155
200

32.1

27.8

29.8

43.6

250

36.5

31.4

28.3

42.0

36.3

46.0

33.5

43.1

16.0

27.8

41.0

10.7

26.3

39.4

300

40.5

34.7

27.2

40.4

5.9

25.2

37.9

350

44.4

37.7

26.2

39.3

1.7

24.2

36.8

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

ELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Frequency
MHz

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

PSELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

0.772

62.2

66.3

86.0

19.4

19.4

26.0

66.0

66.0

77.4

63.0

63.0

Typical
79.2

1

60.3

64.4

75.4

20.0

20.0

28.5

63.8

63.8

72.6

60.8

60.8

70.8

4

49.2

53.4

64.0

23.0

23.0

35.6

51.8

51.7

60.7

48.7

48.7

59.0

8

43.0

47.3

57.7

24.5

24.5

35.7

45.7

45.7

54.8

42.7

42.7

53.1

10

40.8

45.2

55.6

25.0

25.0

35.9

43.8

43.8

52.9

40.8

40.8

51.1

16

36.0

40.4

50.8

25.0

25.0

35.2

39.7

39.7

48.9

36.7

36.7

47.1

20

33.5

38.0

48.6

25.0

25.0

34.9

37.8

37.7

47.0

34.7

34.7

45.2

25

30.9

35.5

46.0

24.3

24.3

35.3

35.8

35.8

45.1

32.8

32.8

43.3

31.25

28.2

32.8

43.4

23.6

23.6

34.8

33.9

33.9

43.2

30.9

30.9

41.3

62.5

18.4

23.2

34.6

21.5

21.5

31.8

27.9

27.8

37.2

24.8

24.8

35.2

100

10.3

20.1

20.1

30.1

23.8

23.8

33.2

20.8

20.8

31.1

18.8

28.4

19.9

29.3

16.9

27.2

18.0

27.3

155

6.3

19.4

200

0.5

13.9

18.0

27.3

11.7

27.1

10.7

25.0

250

8.6

17.3

26.1

9.8

25.1

8.8

23.1

300

3.8

16.8

25.1

8.2

23.7

7.2

21.5

16.3

24.0

6.9

22.5

5.9

20.3

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-17

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

350

PREMISES FIBER

Guaranteed

1.8

OSP FIBER

Specified

0.772

OSP COMPOSITE

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Frequency
MHz

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

BELL OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C Maximum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

OSP COPPER WIRE

Cobra Category 5e+ CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

Cobra Category 5e+ Limited Combustible
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

Limited Combustible Cobra is an enhanced Category 5e cable that has the
highest fire safety rating possible for data cables. Limited Combustible
Cobra is designed for high-risk applications where the exceptionally low
smoke and low fire spread values are required. Employing the latest polymer
technology, Limited Combustible Cobra is constructed entirely of chemical,
oil, heat, and moisture resistant fluoropolymer. The cable is ideally suited
for industrial UTP applications where severe environmental stresses
would compromise standard PVC plenum or riser cables. In addition, the
cable’s printing process ensures a more durable print legend on the cable
compared with other limited combustible cables.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Thermoplastic Insulation

Applications

Low Smoke
Fluoropolymer Jacket

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 ATM and token ring
•	 High risk, high liability installations

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

4
Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)
FEP
™

Pair 1: ColorTip Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Insulation Colors

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Jacket
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)
Performance Compliance

100 ± 15

•	 Exceptional low smoke and low
flame Spread Performance

•	 Lower fuel load than plenum PVC

•	 Higher safety rating for
high-risk applications

•	 All fluoropolymer construction

•	 Resistant to chemical, moisture
and heat exposure

•	 RoHS-compliant

•	 No heavy metals;
and no toxic components

•	 Exceeds CAT 5e requirements

•	 Insures compatibility with
new protocols

•	 Durable cable print

•	 Print legend does not rub
off cable like other limited
combustible cables

74
®

•	 BrakeBox payout
control system

UL 2424
NFPA 255, 259 and 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-90-661-2008
RoHS-compliant

BELL OSP COPPER

Environmental Specifications
Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

Benefits

•	 UL Listed: Limited Combustible
FHC 25/50

Low smoke flouropolymer

•	 Adjustable tension control on reel
prevents over spin and entangling
of cable

®

UL Verified CAT 5e
UL, c(UL) Limited Combustible FHC 25/50
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

NRTL Programs

Features

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters
™

•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Color coded box labels

•	 Easily identifies jacket colors

-40°C to +200°C
-40°C to +200°C
-40°C to +200°C

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

Packages Per Pallet

52-200-xD

0.19 (4.8)

21 (31)

1,000’ BrakeBox™

27

52-272-xD

0.19 (4.8)

21 (31)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

A-18

Blue = 2

White = 4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

2.0

2.0

1.8

65.3

68.3

79.4

63.3

65.9

77.7

62.3

66.3

Typical
77.2

4

4.1

4.0

3.6

56.3

59.3

69.9

52.2

54.9

66.4

53.3

57.3

67.4

8

5.8

5.7

5.1

51.8

54.8

65.1

46.0

48.8

60.0

48.8

52.8

62.7

10

6.5

6.4

5.8

50.3

53.3

63.6

43.8

46.7

57.9

47.3

51.3

61.2

16

8.2

8.2

7.4

47.3

50.3

60.4

39.1

41.9

53.1

44.3

48.3

58.0

20

9.3

9.2

8.2

45.8

48.8

59.0

36.5

39.5

50.9

42.8

46.8

56.6

25

10.4

10.3

9.3

44.3

47.3

57.5

33.9

37.0

48.3

41.3

45.3

55.1

31.25

11.7

11.6

10.5

42.9

45.9

56.0

31.2

34.3

45.7

39.9

43.9

53.5

62.5

17.0

16.8

14.9

38.4

41.4

51.7

21.4

24.7

36.8

35.4

39.4

49.2

100

22.0

21.7

19.2

35.3

38.3

48.5

13.3

19.5

29.5

32.3

36.3

46.0

155

27.8

24.2

35.5

45.7

9.3

21.6

33.5

43.1

200

32.1

27.8

29.8

43.6

3.5

16.0

27.8

41.0

250

36.5

31.4

28.3

42.0

10.7

26.3

39.4

300

40.5

34.7

27.2

40.4

5.9

25.2

37.7

350

44.4

37.8

26.2

39.3

1.7

24.2

36.8

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

ELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Frequency
MHz

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

PSELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

1

60.3

64.4

75.4

20.0

20.0

28.5

63.8

63.8

72.6

60.8

60.8

Typical
70.6

4

49.2

53.4

64.0

23.0

23.0

35.6

51.7

51.7

60.7

48.7

48.7

59.0

8

43.0

47.3

57.7

24.5

24.5

35.7

45.7

45.7

54.8

42.7

42.7

53.1

10

40.8

45.2

55.6

25.0

25.0

35.9

43.8

43.8

52.9

40.8

40.8

51.1

16

36.1

40.4

50.8

25.0

25.0

35.2

39.7

39.7

48.9

36.7

36.7

47.1

20

33.5

38.0

48.6

25.0

25.0

34.9

37.7

37.7

47.0

34.7

34.7

45.2

25

30.9

35.5

46.0

24.3

24.3

35.2

35.8

35.8

45.1

32.8

32.8

43.3

31.25

28.2

32.8

43.4

23.6

23.6

34.8

33.9

33.9

43.2

30.9

30.9

41.3

62.5

18.4

23.2

34.6

21.5

21.5

31.8

27.8

27.8

37.2

24.8

24.8

35.2

100

10.3

18.0

27.3

20.1

20.1

30.1

23.8

23.8

33.2

20.8

20.8

31.1

155

6.8

19.4

18.8

28.4

19.9

29.3

16.9

27.2

200

1.0

13.9

18.0

27.3

11.7

27.1

10.7

25.0

250

8.6

17.3

26.1

9.8

25.1

8.8

23.1

300

3.8

16.8

25.1

8.2

23.7

7.2

21.5

16.3

24.0

6.9

22.5

5.9

20.3

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-19

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

350

PREMISES FIBER

Specified

1

OSP FIBER

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

OSP COMPOSITE

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Frequency
MHz

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C Maximum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

BELL OSP COPPER

Cobra Category 5e+ Limited Combustible

PREMISES COPPER

Category 5e+ ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex offers Screen Twisted Pair (ScTP) shielded Category
5e+ cables in both plenum and riser versions. The cable has guaranteed
performance out to 350MHz and meets all applicable ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
requirements. The cable consists of four balanced 24 AWG copper pairs.
The core is wrapped with an aluminum foil tape and has a tin coated drain
wire. The tape wrapped core is jacketed with the appropriate flexible PVC
jacket for plenum or riser applications.

Flame Retardant
PVC Jacket

OSP FIBER

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications
•	 ATM and token ring configurations

Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet

Tin Coated Drain Wire

•	 Applications requiring secure networks or protection from EMI/RFI

OSP COMPOSITE

Aluminum Foil Tape Shield

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

4

Insulation

CMR: Polyolefin
CMP: FEP

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)

Features

Benefits

•	 Aluminum foil tape covers
all 4-pair

•	 Protects against EMI/RFI
and provides greater security

•	 Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
for CAT 5e cable performance

•	 Assures compliance for all
current networking applications
(up to 1000BASE-T)

•	Guaranteed performance
to 350 MHz

•	 Assures ample bandwidth
headroom

™

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

Shield
Drain Wire

Aluminum foil tape

®

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters
™

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable
•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

24 AWG tinned copper

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Color coded box labels

•	 Easily identifies jacket colors

Package
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

1,000’ plywood reel
100 ± 15
CMR: 67
CMP: 70

BELL OSP COPPER

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 5e
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Listing

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

CMR

5F-220-x5

0.28 (7.1)

31 (46)

12

CMP

5F-220-x8

0.25 (6.4)

30 (45)

12

Jacket Colors
CANADIAN OSP COPPER

¹Replace “x” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

A-20

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Red = 9

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Orange = D

Black = E

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

2.0

2.0

1.8

65.3

68.3

79.4

63.3

65.9

77.7

62.3

66.3

Typical
77.2

4

4.1

4.0

3.6

56.3

59.3

69.9

52.2

54.9

66.4

53.3

57.3

67.4

8

5.8

5.7

5.1

51.8

54.8

65.1

46.0

48.8

60.0

48.8

52.8

62.7

10

6.5

6.4

5.8

50.3

53.3

63.6

43.8

46.7

57.9

47.3

51.3

61.2

16

8.2

8.2

7.4

47.3

50.3

60.4

39.1

41.9

53.1

44.3

48.3

58.0

20

9.3

9.2

8.2

45.8

48.8

59.0

36.5

39.5

50.9

42.8

46.8

56.6

25

10.4

10.3

9.3

44.3

47.3

57.5

33.9

37.0

48.3

41.3

45.3

55.1

31.25

11.7

11.6

10.5

42.9

45.9

56.0

31.2

34.3

45.7

39.9

43.9

53.5

62.5

17.0

16.8

14.9

38.4

41.4

51.7

21.4

24.7

36.8

35.4

39.4

49.2

100

22.0

21.7

19.2

35.3

38.3

48.5

13.3

19.5

29.5

32.3

36.3

46.0

155

27.8

24.2

35.5

45.7

9.3

21.6

33.5

43.1

200

32.1

27.8

29.8

43.6

3.5

16.0

27.8

41.0

250

36.5

31.4

28.3

42.0

10.7

26.3

39.4

300

40.5

34.7

27.2

40.4

5.9

25.2

37.7

350

44.4

37.8

26.2

39.3

1.7

24.2

36.8

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

ELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Frequency
MHz

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

PSELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

Calculated

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

Typical

Specified

Guaranteed

1

60.3

64.4

75.4

20.0

20.0

28.5

63.8

63.8

72.6

60.8

60.8

Typical
70.6

4

49.2

53.4

64.0

23.0

23.0

35.6

51.7

51.7

60.7

48.7

48.7

59.0

8

43.0

47.3

57.7

24.5

24.5

35.7

45.7

45.7

54.8

42.7

42.7

53.1

10

40.8

45.2

55.6

25.0

25.0

35.9

43.8

43.8

52.9

40.8

40.8

51.1

16

36.1

40.4

50.8

25.0

25.0

35.2

39.7

39.7

48.9

36.7

36.7

47.1

20

33.5

38.0

48.6

25.0

25.0

34.9

37.7

37.7

47.0

34.7

34.7

45.2

25

30.9

35.5

46.0

24.3

24.3

35.2

35.8

35.8

45.1

32.8

32.8

43.3

31.25

28.2

32.8

43.4

23.6

23.6

34.8

33.9

33.9

43.2

30.9

30.9

41.3

62.5

18.4

23.2

34.6

21.5

21.5

31.8

27.8

27.8

37.2

24.8

24.8

35.2

100

10.3

18.0

27.3

20.1

20.1

30.1

23.8

23.8

33.2

20.0

20.8

31.1

155

6.8

19.4

18.8

28.4

19.9

29.3

16.9

27.2

200

1.0

13.9

18.0

27.3

11.7

27.1

10.7

25.0

250

8.6

17.3

26.1

9.8

25.1

8.8

23.1

300

3.8

16.8

25.1

8.2

23.7

7.2

21.5

16.3

24.0

6.9

22.5

5.9

20.3

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-21

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

350

PREMISES FIBER

Specified

1

OSP FIBER

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

OSP COMPOSITE

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Frequency
MHz

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C Maximum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex

BELL OSP COPPER

Category 5e+ ScTP (F/UTP) CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

Marathon LAN® Category 5e CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Marathon LAN Category 5e cable offers an exceptional value for jobs that
require standards compliance at a cost-effective price. While Marathon
LAN cable meets all of the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 specifications, it also offers
other features that make it easier to use, save on installation time and
expense and ensure product quality during the installation. From the
QuickCount® feature, which marks the exact cable remaining in the box, to
the WideMouth payout design, which reduces tension on the wire as it is
pulled during installation, Marathon LAN cable provides more overall value
than any other CAT 5e product available today.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

OSP FIBER

Thermoplastic Insulation

Applications
•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

OSP COMPOSITE

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

4
Solid annealed copper

Features

Benefits

•	 Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
specification

•	 Provides cost-effective solution

•	 Tested to 350 MHz

•	 Assures ample bandwidth
headroom

®
•	 “WideMouth” POP Box design

•	 Reduces tension on wire
to ensure proper electrical
performance after installation

24 (0.51)
™

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

Thermoplastic
™

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

100 ± 15

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

CMR: 71
CMP: 74

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Color coded box labels

•	 Easily identifies jacket colors

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 5e
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

®

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

™

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Listing

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

Packages Per Pallet

CMR

51-243-x5

0.18 (4.6)

17 (25)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

45

CMR

51-240-x5

0.18 (4.6)

17 (25)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

CMP

51-243-x8

0.19 (4.8)

20 (30)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

45

CMP

51-241-x8

0.19 (4.8)

20 (30)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Purple = 7

Red = 9

Pink = C

Orange = D

Black = E

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

A-22

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Specified

Typical

Calculated

Typical

Specified

Typical

1.5

67.0

78.5

65.2

83.0

64.0

77.0

1

2.0

1.8

65.3

76.8

63.3

81.0

62.3

75.3

4

4.1

3.7

56.3

67.8

52.2

70.1

53.3

66.3

8

5.8

5.4

51.8

63.3

46.0

63.9

48.8

61.8

10

6.5

6.0

50.3

61.8

43.8

61.8

47.3

60.3

16

8.2

7.7

47.2

58.7

39.0

57.0

44.3

57.2

20

9.3

8.6

45.8

57.3

36.5

54.7

42.8

55.8

25

10.4

9.6

44.3

55.8

33.9

52.2

41.3

54.3

31.25

11.7

10.8

42.9

54.4

31.2

49.6

39.9

52.9

62.5

17.0

15.5

38.4

49.9

21.4

40.4

35.4

48.4

100

22.0

19.8

35.3

46.8

13.3

33.0

32.3

45.3

155

24.8

43.9

25.1

42.4

200

28.2

42.3

20.1

40.8

250

31.8

40.8

15.0

39.3

300

35.0

39.6

10.6

38.1

350

38.3

38.6

6.3

37.1

Frequency
MHz

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

ELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

PSELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

Calculated

Typical

Specified

Typical

Specified

Typical

Specified

0.772

62.2

80.3

19.4

32.4

66.0

76.8

63.0

Typical
71.5

1

60.3

78.3

20.0

33.0

63.8

74.6

60.8

69.3

4

49.2

67.4

23.0

36.0

51.8

62.6

48.8

57.3

8

43.0

61.2

24.5

37.5

45.7

56.5

42.7

51.2

10

40.8

59.1

25.0

38.0

43.8

54.6

40.8

49.3

16

36.1

54.3

25.0

38.0

39.7

50.5

36.7

45.2

20

33.5

52.0

25.0

38.0

37.8

48.6

34.8

43.3

25

30.9

49.5

24.3

37.3

35.8

46.6

32.8

41.3

31.25

28.2

46.9

23.6

36.6

33.9

44.7

30.9

39.4

62.5

18.4

37.7

21.5

34.5

27.9

38.7

24.9

33.4

100

10.3

30.3

20.1

33.1

23.8

34.6

20.8

155

22.4

31.8

30.8

29.3
25.5

200

17.4

31.0

28.6

23.3

250

12.3

30.3

26.6

21.3

7.9

29.8

25.1

19.8

3.6

29.3

23.7

18.4

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-23

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

300
350

PREMISES FIBER

Typical

1.8

OSP FIBER

Specified

0.772

OSP COMPOSITE

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Frequency
MHz

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

BELL OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Insertion Loss @ 20°C Maximum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex

OSP COPPER WIRE

Marathon LAN Category 5e CMR/CMP

PREMISES COPPER

Category 5e CMR/CMX Outdoor Sunlight Resistant
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The Superior Essex Category 5e CMR/CMX Outdoor Sunlight Resistant cable
is specifically designed for extreme sunlight and temperature applications.
The cable’s specially formulated black jacket is designed to resist both
temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) and up to +60°C (+140°F). The level of
UV blocking compounds is the same as in traditional Outside Plant (OSP)
cable products, with the black color preventing damage from long-term
UV sunlight exposure. Applications include ethernet interconnect cable for
WiMAX or retrofit cable installations that employ exterior runs, having long
term outdoor exposure between two environmentally protected points.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

OSP FIBER

Thermoplastic Insulation

Superior Essex CAT 5e CMR/CMX Outdoor Sunlight Resistant black premises
cable has been tested and listed as UL 444 Sunlight Resistant compliant.
This designation requires the cable to resist 720 hours of harsh UV and heat
and is more than twice the exposure time of the standard 300 hours required
in the CMX Outdoor test. In addition, the CMR listing allows the cable to be
used in riser spaces per UL 1666, eliminating the need to transition to fire
resistant cables.

Flame, Weather, Abrasion
and Sunlight Resistant
Black PVC Jacket

OSP COMPOSITE

Applications
•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, WiMAX

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Features

Specifications
Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

4
Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)
Polyolefin
™

Insulation Colors

Benefits

•	 Combines indoor/outdoor
•	 Provides cost-effective solution
applications into one product
with the added feature of Sunlight
Resistant black color jacket

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Pair 1: ColorTip Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

•	 Exceeds UL 444

•	 720 hour sunlight resistant
specification

•	 Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
specification

•	 CAT 5e performance

™

Jacket

Tough, flame retardant, weather, sunlight and abrasion
resistant riser PVC

Jacket Color
Package
Characteristic
Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

Black

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

®

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable

BELL OSP COPPER

1,000’ POP™ Box

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

100 ± 15

•	 ColorTip Circuit
Identification System

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Rip cord applied under jacket

•	 Facilitates easy opening

•	 RoHS-compliant

•	 No heavy metals;
and no toxic components

•	 Combined indoor/outdoor rating

•	 Reduces inventory by eliminating
multiple cable types

•	 UL 444/UL 1581 Sunlight
Resistant Listed

•	 Increased life in direct,
long term sunlight

™

69

OSP COPPER WIRE

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1581
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/TIA/EIA-570-B
2002/95/EC RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 5e
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMX-Outdoor Sunlight Resistant

•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

51-240-E1

0.21 (5.3)

21 (31)

36

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

A-24

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

OSP FIBER

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Thermoplastic Insulation

Applications

•	 Increases life of cable by
providing low temperature
handling and sunlight resistance;
cable jacket resists cracking
over time

•	 Combined indoor/outdoor rating

•	 Reduces inventory by eliminating
multiple cable types

•	 Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
specification

•	 CAT 5e compliance

™

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

®

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters
™

•	 ColorTip Circuit
Identification System

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable
•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel
•	 Easily identifiable
conductor mates even in low
light environments

Specifications
Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

4
Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)
Polyolefin

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Jacket

Tough, flame retardant, weather
and abrasion resistant PVC

Package
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

1,000’ POP™ Box
100 ± 15
69

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1581
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/TIA/EIA-570-B
2002/95/EC RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 5e
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMX-Outdoor

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

51-240-x1

0.21 (5.3)

21 (31)

36

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Jacket Colors
Beige = 1

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-25

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

¹Replace “x” with:

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Benefits

•	 Tough, weather resistant
PVC jacket

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Features

OSP COMPOSITE

Flame Retardant, Weather and
Abrasion Resistant PVC Jacket

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

BELL OSP COPPER

Superior Essex Category 5e CMR/CMX Outdoor Cable is designed for
residential indoor/outdoor LAN applications. CAT 5e compliance ensures
this cable will support 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet. This cable easily
surpasses the Grade 2 requirements specified in the ANSI/TIA/EIA-570-B
Residential Telecommunications Standard. The CAT 5e CMR/CMX-Outdoor
cable is resistant to cracking after long-term UV exposure, making it ideal
for installation runs that require the cable to be exposed to the elements.
This cable has been tested and is listed as compliant to the 300 hour
weatherometer test and -20°C cold bend test.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Category 5e CMR/CMX Outdoor

PREMISES COPPER

Category 5e CM
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex Category 5e CM cable is designed for residential LAN
applications. CAT 5e compliance ensures this cable will support 1000BASE-T
Gigabit Ethernet. This cable easily surpasses the Grade 2 requirements
specified in the ANSI/TIA/EIA-570-B Residential Telecommunications standard.

Applications

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

OSP FIBER

Thermoplastic Insulation
Flame Retardant
PVC Jacket

Features

Benefits

•	 Meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
specification

•	 CAT 5e compliance

™

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

OSP COMPOSITE

®

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

•	 Provides remaining length
of cable on reel

™

•	 ColorTip Circuit
Identification System

4

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable

•	 Easily identifiable
conductor mates even in low
light environments

Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)
Polyolefin

Insulation Colors

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Jacket
Package
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown
Flame retardant PVC
1,000’ POP™ Box
100 ± 15
69

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1685
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/TIA/EIA-570-B
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 5e
UL, c(UL) Listed CM

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

51-240-xG

0.18 (4.6)

16 (24)

45

OSP COPPER WIRE

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Red = 9

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

A-26

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

6-pair UTP cable, with Category 5e (ANSI/TIA-568-C.2) performance, is the
solution to a growing number of special installation needs. More customers
are demanding two additional pairs above the standard 4-pair cable for highbandwidth applications. Two additional pairs provide the flexibility for utility
metering and other telemetry needs without the expense of adding a separate
cable and without additional space. The Superior Essex 6-pair CAT 5e cable
delivers the performance expected, while offering the many features and user
advantages of all our high performance premises products.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 Two additional pairs in excess of
the standard 4-pair construction

•	 Eliminates expense of
additional cable when 6-pair
are required, reduces cabling
space requirements; speeds
installation time

•	 ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 compliance

•	 Any of the 6-pair can be used
for CAT 5e applications

®

Specifications
Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Separator
Jacket
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

•	 Allows both ends of a cable run
to be easily identifiable without
the need to seperately label or
tone the cable

•	 QuickCount marking system
in feet and meters

•	 Eliminates guesswork of footage
on reel and reduces scrap

•	 Warranted with all leading
connectivity manufacturers

•	 Offers flexibility in selection
of connectivity solutions

6
Solid annealed copper

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Benefits

OSP COMPOSITE

Flame Retardant
PVC Jacket

Features

24 (0.51)
Polyolefin
Round filler
Flame retardant PVC
100 ± 15
69

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

51-347-x5

0.26 (6.6)

32 (48)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

27

51-372-x5

0.26 (6.6)

32 (48)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

BELL OSP COPPER

Packages Per Pallet

Jacket Colors
Blue = 2

Gray = 3

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-27

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

¹Replace “x” with:

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

•	 CableID alpha numeric code
printed every 2 feet

OSP FIBER

Cylindrical Separator

Applications

™

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

6-Pair Category 5e CMR

PREMISES COPPER

25-Pair Power Sum Category 5e CMR/CMP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

25-Pair Power Sum Category 5e UTP cables are designed to provide support
for both backbone and horizontal applications. These applications include
inter-closet backbone links, equipment cabling between cross-connect
and hub equipment and zone distribution horizontal cabling between wiring
closets and multiple work area transition points. The cable is available
in CMP and CMR ratings and is UL verified to meet all requirements
of ANSI/TIA-568-C.2.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications

OSP FIBER

Cylindrical Separator

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

Cylindrical Separator
Thermoplastic Insulation

OSP COMPOSITE

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

Features

Benefits

•	 Small outside diameter

•	 Handles tight installations

•	 Vibrant insulation colors

•	 Easier identification of conductors

•	 Flexible jacket material

•	 Ease of use during installation

•	 Marked in feet and meters

•	 Dual length marking complies
with government, military and
international requirements

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)

25

Insulation

CMR: Thermoplastic
CMP: FEP

Separator

Cylindrical

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant PVC
CMP: Fluoropolymer

Package
Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

1,000’ plywood reel

Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)

100 ± 15
CMR: 69
CMP: 72

BELL OSP COPPER

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Verified CAT 5e
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Listing

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Packages Per Pallet

CMR

51-478-x5

0.57 (14.5)

144 (214)

4

CMP

51-478-x8

0.48 (12.2)

148 (220)

4

Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

A-28

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

PET Tape Core Wrap

OSP FIBER

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor
Cylindrical Separator
Cylindrical Separator

•	 ADSL, VDSL, VDSL+ and VDSL+2

Features

Benefits

•	 Small outside diameter

•	 Handles tight installations

•	 Vibrant insulation colors

•	 Easy identification of conductors

•	 Black, CM rated, non-haolgen,
OSP grade jacket material

•	 Provides full sunlight
resistance and fire protection
in a flexible jacket

•	 Fungus resistance

Thermoplastic Insulation
Black, Low Smoke Zero Halogen,
OSP Grade Jacket

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T Ethernet, ATM and token ring

Specifications
25

•	 Non-nutritive to fungus and
ideal for installation in humid
environments

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

•	 Compliant to ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
for CAT 5e

•	 Capable of 1000BASE-T

Separators

Cylindrical, flame retardant
thermoplastic

•	 Specially designed tight twist lays

•	 Provides superior Alien Crosstalk
performance for xDSL applications

Core Wrap

PET Tape

Jacket

Black, CM rated, non-halogen
OSP grade

Thermoplastic

Input Impedance (Ohms) Guaranteed
100 ± 15
@ 1-100 MHz
Delay Skew (ns/100 m)

Maximum: 45
Typical: 30

Nominal Velocity of Propagation (%)

69

DC Resistance (Ohms/100 m)

Maximum: 9.38
Typical: 9.0

Resistance Unbalance (%)

Maximum: 5.0
Typical: 0.7

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CM

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Allows installation
at -20°C temperatures

24 (0.51)

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Low temperature
bend performance

Solid annealed copper

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Applications

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

51-499-EL

0.59 (15)

148 (221)

1,000' Plywood Reel

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-29

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

OSP COPPER WIRE

With its CM fire rating and UV resistant black jacket, this 25-pair, 24 gauge,
Category 5e tight twisted copper conductor cable can be installed in both
premises and outside plant (OSP) environments. The CAT 5e tight twist lays
provide superior crosstalk performance, supporting digital subscriber line
(xDSL) and IPTV broadband technologies in both the OSP pedestal and
customer premises. In addition, the cable jacket is fungus resistant which
is important in OSP pedestal environments. The cable meets or exceeds
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for CAT 5e backbone cables and is able to support up to
1000BASE-T Ethernet technologies.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

25-Pair Category 5e Indoor/Outdoor

PREMISES COPPER

OSP Broadband Category 6
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

BBD6 is an Outside Plant (OSP) unshielded Broadband Category 6 cable.
BBD6 has guaranteed transmission performance out to 250 MHz. The
cable consists of a core of four balanced twisted pairs held in place by
a cross-web separator and surrounded by a filling compound to prevent
water ingress. The core is jacketed with a sunlight and abrasion resistant
black polyethylene outer jacket. Shielded designs feature dry water block
between the shield and the core jacket to prevent water ingress. All designs
are suitable for buried applications.

Sunlight and Weather Resistant
Polyethylene Jacket
Fully Filled Water Repellent Core
Cross-web Separator

OSP FIBER

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications
•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet

Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 ATM and token ring

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 BBDN6: Lashed aerial, underground conduit
or low-risk direct burial

Sunlight and Weather Resistant
Polyethylene Outer Jacket

•	 BBDG6: Direct burial where additional
mechanical protection is required

Aluminum Tape Shield (BBDN6) or
Copper-clad Armor Shield (BBDG6)
Polyethylene Inner Jacket

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Features

Benefits

•	 Filled core

•	 Prevents water ingress that
can affect electrical performance

•	 CAT 6 transmission performance
characterized to 500 MHz

•	 OSP rated cable provides
connections for work area and
extension of the LAN

•	 Black polyethylene outer jacket

•	 Sunlight and weather resistant

•	 BBD6: Unshielded

•	 Small, robust design for
unshielded applications

4

•	 BBDN6: Aluminum tape shield

•	 Protection against EMI/RFI

Solid annealed copper

•	 BBDG6: Copper-clad armor shield •	 Protection against EMI/RFI
and provides rodent resistance

Cross-web Separator
Fully Filled Water Repellent Core
Thermoplastic Insulation
Solid Annealed Copper Conductor

Specifications
Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Separator

23 (0.57)

™

Polyolefin
Polyolefin cross-web

BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE

Shield

BBD6: Unshielded
BBDN6: Electrically continuous 0.008 inch (0.20 mm) polymer
coated smooth aluminum tape, applied with an overlap
BBDG6: Electrically continuous 0.005 inch (0.13 mm)
corrugated copper-clad armor, applied with an overlap

Dry Water Block

BBDN6: SAP powder
BBDG6: SAP yarn

Jacket
Characteristic
Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

Black, sunlight and weather resistant polyethylene

Performance
Compliance

ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-107-704-2006
RoHS-compliant

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Dry water block between
shield and core

•	 Prevents water ingress,
yet easy to clean

100 ± 15
57

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

Part Number

Product Code

Shield

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

04-001-68

BBD6

None

0.30 (7.6)

39 (58)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

04-002-68

BBD6

None

0.30 (7.6)

39 (58)

2,500’ Plywood Reel

04-003-68

BBD6

None

0.30 (7.6)

39 (58)

5,000’ Plywood Reel

04-601-68

BBD6

None

0.30 (7.6)

39 (58)

Cut to Length

04-001-64

BBDN6

Coated Aluminum

0.40 (10.0)

67 (100)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

04-002-64

BBDN6

Coated Aluminum

0.40 (10.0)

67 (100)

2,500’ Plywood Reel

04-003-64

BBDN6

Coated Aluminum

0.40 (10.0)

67 (100)

5,000’ Plywood Reel

04-601-64

BBDN6

Coated Aluminum

0.40 (10.0)

67 (100)

Cut to Length

04-001-65

BBDG6

Copper Clad

0.40 (10.0)

80 (119)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

04-002-65

BBDG6

Copper Clad

0.40 (10.0)

80 (119)

2,500’ Plywood Reel

04-003-65

BBDG6

Copper Clad

0.40 (10.0)

80 (119)

5,000’ Plywood Reel

04-601-65

BBDG6

Copper Clad

0.40 (10.0)

80 (119)

Cut to Length

A-30

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

BBD Category 5e Outside Plant (OSP) cables are designed to provide
extension of the LAN beyond the premises. The core is filled wih PFM™
thixotropic filling compund to prevent water ingress. PFM™ gel will not
drip even in cell tower applications at elevated temperatures. A variety of
constructions are available to suit multiple environmental needs. Shielded
designs feature dry water block between the shield and the core jacket to
prevent water ingress. All designs are suitable for buried applications.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

Sunlight and Weather Resistant
Polyethylene Jacket
Thermoplastic Insulation

Applications

OSP FIBER

Fully Filled Water Repellent Core
Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet
•	 ATM and token ring
•	 WiMAX cell towers
•	 BBDNe: Lashed aerial, underground conduit
or low-risk direct burial

Aluminum Tape Shield (BBDNe) or
Copper-clad Armor Shield (BBDGe)

Benefits

Polyethylene Inner Jacket

•	 CAT 5e transmission performance •	 OSP rated cable connections
characterized to 350 MHz
for work area and backbone LAN

•	 BBDe: Unshielded

•	 Small, robust design for
unshielded applications

•	 BBDNe: Aluminum tape shield

•	 Protection against EMI/RFI

•	 BBDGe: Copper-clad armor shield •	 Protection against EMI/RFI
and provides rodent resistance
•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates even in low light
environments

•	 Dry water block between
shield and core

•	 Prevents water ingress,
yet easy to clean

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Confidence that cable will last
even with long-term exposure
to direct sunlight

4
Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)
PFM™ thixotropic gel
Solid polyolefin

Shield

BBDe: Unshielded
BBDNe: Electrically continuous 0.008 in (0.20 mm) polymer
coated smooth aluminum tape, applied with an overlap
BBDGe: Electrically continuous 0.005 in (0.13 mm)
corrugated copper-clad armor, applied with an overlap

Dry Water Block

BBDNe: SAP powder
BBDGe: SAP yarn

Jacket
Characteristic
Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

Black, sunlight and weather resistant polyethylene

Performance
Compliance

ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-107-704-2006
RoHS-compliant

100 ± 15
62

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Product Code

Shield

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

04-001-58

BBDe

None

0.26 (6.6)

30 (45)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

04-002-58

BBDe

None

0.26 (6.6)

30 (45)

2,500’ Plywood Reel

04-003-58

BBDe

None

0.26 (6.6)

30 (45)

5,000’ Plywood Reel

04-601-58

BBDe

None

0.26 (6.6)

30 (45)

Cut to Length

04-001-54

BBDNe

Coated Aluminum

0.36 (9.1)

55 (82)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

04-002-54

BBDNe

Coated Aluminum

0.36 (9.1)

55 (82)

2,500’ Plywood Reel

04-003-54

BBDNe

Coated Aluminum

0.36 (9.1)

55 (82)

5,000’ Plywood Reel

04-601-54

BBDNe

Coated Aluminum

0.36 (9.1)

55 (82)

Cut to Length

04-001-55

BBDGe

Copper Clad

0.36 (9.1)

64 (95)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

04-002-55

BBDGe

Copper Clad

0.36 (9.1)

64 (95)

2,500’ Plywood Reel

04-003-55

BBDGe

Copper Clad

0.36 (9.1)

64 (95)

5,000’ Plywood Reel

04-601-55

BBDGe

Copper Clad

0.36 (9.1)

64 (95)

Cut to Length

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-31

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 UV/Sunlight resistant
black jacket

Specifications
Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Filling Compound
Insulation

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Easy to clean and non-dripping

™

Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 Prevents intrusion of
moisture that can degrade
transmission quality

OSP COPPER WIRE

™

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

•	 Provides additional protection
against EMI/RFI and rodents

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 Metallic shield tapes (Aluminum
for BBDNe and Copper-clad
armor for BBDGe)

Fully Filled Water Repellent Core

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

OSP COMPOSITE

Sunlight and Weather Resistant
Polyethylene Outer Jacket

•	 BBDGe: Direct burial where additional
mechanical protection is required

•	 Fully filled with PFM
thixotropic gel

PREMISES COPPER

OSP Broadband Category 5e

PREMISES COPPER

MEGAPIC ™ OSP Broadband Backbone Category 5
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

MEGAPIC™ Category 5 cables provide an extension of the LAN beyond the
premises. These cables are ideal for direct burial, underground and lashed
aerial applications.

Applications

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

•	 10BASE-T
•	 ATM and token ring

Solid Polyolefin Insulation

•	 MEGAPIC-NF: Higher pair count shielded distribution cable for use
in lashed aerial, direct burial and duct installations

ETPR Filling Compound

OSP FIBER

Non-hygroscopic
Dielectric Tape

•	 MEGAPIC-GF: Higher pair count shielded distribution cable for use
in lashed aerial, direct burial and installations in high risk areas where
additional mechanical protection is required

Polymer Coated Corrugated
Aluminum Tape Shield

OSP COMPOSITE

Black, Sunlight and Weather
Resistant Polyethylene Jacket

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Filling Compound
Core Wrap

Available in 25-pair and 100-pair

Features

Benefits

•	 Transmission performance
characterized to 100 MHz

•	 Extends the LAN
to the entire campus

•	 Metallic shield tapes

•	 Facilitates grounding according
to NEC requirements

•	 Fully filled constructions

•	 Helps prevent intrusion
of moisture

Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)
80°C ETPR (extended thermoplastic rubber)
Non-hygroscopic dielectric tape

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

MEGAPIC-NF: Electrically continuous 0.008 in (0.20 mm)
polymer coated corrugated aluminum tape, applied with
an overlap and shield interface is flooded
MEGAPIC-GF: ASP sheath consisting of an inner electrically
continuous 0.008 in (0.20 mm) polymer coated corrugated
aluminum tape applied with a gap and covered with an
outer electrically continuous 0.006 in (0.15 mm) polymer
coated corrugated steel tape applied with an overlap;
interfaces of both tapes are flooded

Shield

BELL OSP COPPER

Jacket
Characteristic
Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)
Package

Black, sunlight and weather resistant polyethylene

Performance
Compliance

ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-99-689-2006
RoHS-compliant

100 ± 15
62
Wood reel

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

MEGAPIC-NF

25

MEGAPIC-NF

100

04-097-37

MEGAPIC-GF

04-104-37

MEGAPIC-GF

Part Number

Name

04-097-31
04-104-31

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

0.68 (17.3)

208 (310)

5,000 (1524)

1.22 (31.0)

696 (1,037)

1,000 (305)

25

0.71 (18.0)

258 (385)

5,000 (1524)

100

1.26 (32.0)

801 (1,195)

1,000 (305)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

A-32

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Premises Copper CMR

Interlock Armored Category 6, Category 5e, Category 3 and/or RG6 Quad
Coax Riser cables provide significant mechanical protection. Interlock
armored cables with two or more components of the same type can have
either different colored components or uniquely labeled components with
the same color. Multiple cables can be constructed in either aluminum
or steel interlock armored; and the final cable is available in bare metal
or with an overall jacket. Each component cable is tested after interlock
armoring to ensure that it meets all applicable industry requirements. Cable
configurations that include optical fiber distribution cables are also available.

OSP FIBER

Thermoplastic Insulation
Rip Cord

Flame Retardant
PVC Jacket

•	 Installs faster and easier
than EMT conduit and
conventional wire

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor
Contra-Helically
Applied Binder Yarns

•	 Category components meets
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 for CAT 3,
CAT 5e and CAT 6

•	 Supports applications
up to 1000BASE-T

•	 CMR rated components

•	 Maintains the fire rating with
interlock armored removed

Thermoplastic Insulation
Aluminum or Steel
Interlocked Armor

Specifications
Overall Cable
Configuration
Armor
Armor Jacket Options
Armor/Component Jacket
Component Fire Listings
Package

Single to multiple component riser cables surrounded
by aluminum or steel interlock armored
Interlocked aluminum or interlocked steel
Unjacketed or jacketed (matches component color)
Riser grade PVC
UL 1666, UL CMR, c(UL) CMR
1,000’ wood reel

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1569
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Configuration

Component

Number of
Components

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

K4-199-xA

Aluminum interlock armored, no outer jacket

4-pair CAT 6

1

0.49 (12.5)

67 (100)

L4-199-xA

Aluminum interlock armored, with outer jacket*

4-pair CAT 6

1

0.55 (14.0)

104 (155)

K4-299-yA

Aluminum interlock armored, no outer jacket

4-pair CAT 6

2

0.80 (20.2)

117 (174)

L4-299-yA

Aluminum interlock armored, with outer jacket*

4-pair CAT 6

2

0.87 (22.2)

196 (292)

K2-199-x5

Aluminum interlock armored, no outer jacket

4-pair CAT 5e

1

0.44 (11.1)

55 (82)

L2-199-x5

Aluminum interlock armored, with outer jacket*

4-pair CAT 5e

1

0.50 (12.6)

88 (132)

K2-299-y5

Aluminum interlock armored, no outer jacket

4-pair CAT 5e

2

0.80 (20.2)

105 (156)

L2-299-y5

Aluminum interlock armored, with outer jacket*

4-pair CAT 5e

2

0.88 (22.2)

184 (274)

KC-919-x5

Aluminum interlock armored, no outer jacket

RG6 Quad**

1

0.53 (13.5)

73 (109)

K8-A99-33

Aluminum interlock armored, no outer jacket

25-pair CAT 3

1

0.79 (20.2)

159 (237)

Part Number¹

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

*For single unit cables, the outer jacket color matches the internal component jacket color. For multi-unit cables, the outer jacket standard color is blue.
Additional cable combinations are available. **Coaxial available with component jacket color in black or white.

Single Component Jacket Colors
¹Replace “x” with:

Blue = 2

Gray = 3

White = 4

Green = 5

Yellow = 6

Purple = 7

Red = 9

Orange = D

Black = E

Dual Component Jacket Colors
¹Replace “y” with “S”

¹Replace “y” with “T”

Blue

Blue

White

Gray

Other color sequences are available upon request.

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-33

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Dual Component

•	 Provides additional fire protection
over riser rating

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Protects against EMI/RFI
for reliable performance

OSP COMPOSITE

Aluminum or Steel
Interlocked Armor

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Protects against mechanical
stresses

Cross-web Separator

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 Aluminum or steel
interlock armored

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

Single Component

Flame Retardant
PVC Jacket

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Interlock Armored

PREMISES COPPER

Category 3 CMR/CMP
2-Pair – 400-Pair

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The ideal choice for LAN transmission with specified bandwidth up to
16 MHz. These cables are used for voice and data communications and
can handle application bandwidths up to 16 MHz. Other uses for these
cables include indoor use on customer premises for the interconnection of
telephone key systems, PBX and intercom systems. Product is offered for
both plenum (CMP) and riser (CMR) applications.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications
•	 4 Mbps token ring (IEEE 802.5)

OSP FIBER

Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 Analog voice
•	 10 Mbps 10BASE-T ethernet (IEEE 802.3)

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

•	 Telecommunications closet wiring

OSP COMPOSITE

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

Available in 2-pair up to 400-pair

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)

100 ± 15

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-90-661-2008
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

Features

Benefits

•	 CMR and CMP constructions use
extremely flexible, FR-PVC jacket

•	 Easier and less time-consuming
installations, no kinking of
outer jacket

•	 Jacket color options

•	 Improves backbone sub-system
identification, reduces labor
and mistakes

•	 Band marked or striped
insulated conductors

•	 Reduces termination time and
improves circuit identification

Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)
Thermoplastic

BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

A-34

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

CMR

18-042-13

2

Beige

0.12 (3.1)

9 (13)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

CMR

18-042-33

2

Gray

0.12 (3.1)

9 (13)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

CMR

18-141-13

3

Beige

0.14 (3.5)

12 (18)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMR

18-141-33

3

Gray

0.14 (3.5)

12 (18)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMR

18-241-13

4

Beige

0.16 (3.9)

15 (22)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

CMR

18-241-23

4

Blue

0.16 (3.9)

15 (22)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMR

18-241-33

4

Gray

0.16 (3.9)

15 (22)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

CMR

18-241-43

4

White

0.16 (3.9)

15 (22)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMR

18-341-13

6

Beige

0.19 (4.8)

22 (32)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMR

18-341-33

6

Gray

0.19 (4.8)

22 (32)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

CMR

18-872-13

12

Beige

0.27 (6.9)

47 (71)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

CMR

18-872-33

12

Gray

0.27 (6.9)

47 (71)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

CMR

18-475-13

25

Beige

0.38 (9.6)

92 (137)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

12

CMR

18-499-13

25

Beige

0.38 (9.6)

92 (137)

Cut to Length

1

CMR

18-475-33

25

Gray

0.38 (9.6)

92 (137)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

12

CMR

18-499-33

25

Gray

0.38 (9.6)

92 (137)

Cut to Length

1

CMR

18-579-13

50

Beige

0.56 (14.2)

187 (279)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

4

CMR

18-599-13

50

Beige

0.56 (14.2)

187 (279)

Cut to Length

1

CMR

18-579-33

50

Gray

0.56 (14.2)

187 (279)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

4

CMR

18-599-33

50

Gray

0.56 (14.2)

187 (279)

Cut to Length

1

CMR

18-789-13

100

Beige

0.74 (18.7)

361 (538)

Cut to Length

1

CMR

18-789-33

100

Gray

0.74 (18.7)

361 (538)

Cut to Length

1

CMR

18-D99-33

150

Gray

0.92 (23.4)

541 (807)

Cut to Length

1

CMR

18-A99-33

200

Gray

1.05 (26.6)

711 (1,060)

Cut to Length

1

CMR

18-B99-33

300

Gray

1.27 (32.2)

1,049 (1,564)

Cut to Length

1

CMR

18-C99-33

400

Gray

1.45 (36.9)

1,386 (2,067)

Cut to Length

1

CMP

18-041-36

2

Gray

0.13 (3.3)

10 (15)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMP

18-141-36

3

Gray

0.15 (3.7)

14 (20)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMP

18-241-26

4

Blue

0.16 (4.2)

17 (26)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

CMP

18-241-36

4

Gray

0.16 (4.2)

17 (26)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMP

18-241-46

4

White

0.16 (4.2)

17 (26)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

CMP

18-241-56

4

Green

0.16 (4.2)

17 (26)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMP

18-341-36

6

Gray

0.20 (5.0)

24 (37)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

CMP

18-341-46

6

White

0.20 (5.0)

24 (37)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

CMP

18-872-46

12

White

0.30 (7.6)

49 (73)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

CMP

18-475-36

25

Gray

0.43 (10.9)

114 (171)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

12

CMP

18-499-36

25

Gray

0.43 (10.9)

114 (171)

Cut to Length

1

CMP

18-475-46

25

White

0.43 (10.9)

114 (171)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

12

CMP

18-499-46

25

White

0.43 (10.9)

114 (171)

Cut to Length

1

CMP

18-579-36

50

Gray

0.60 (15.3)

227 (339)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

4

CMP

18-599-36

50

Gray

0.60 (15.3)

227 (339)

Cut to Length

1

CMP

18-799-36

100

Gray

0.84 (21.3)

446 (665)

Cut to Length

1

CMP

18-799-46

100

White

0.84 (21.3)

446 (666)

Cut to Length

1

CMP

18-A99-36

200

Gray

1.16 (29.4)

850 (1,268)

Cut to Length

1

CMP

18-B99-36

300

Gray

1.44 (36.7)

1,315 (1,960)

Cut to Length

1

CMP

18-B99-46

300

White

1.44 (36.7)

1,315 (1,961)

Cut to Length

1

CMP

18-C99-36

400

Gray

1.64 (41.7)

1,720 (2,565)

Cut to Length

1

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-35

PREMISES COPPER

Packages
Per Pallet

PREMISES FIBER

Package

OSP FIBER

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

OSP COMPOSITE

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Jacket Color

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Pair Count

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number

OSP COPPER WIRE

Listing

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

TECHNICAL INFO

Category 3 CMR/CMP 2-Pair – 400-Pair

PREMISES COPPER

AR Series Riser
ARAM/ARMM

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The AR Series Riser Cables are intended for vertical and horizontal distribution
in commercial buildings and meet Category 3 electrical specifications. This
includes all applications except those in plenums. These cables have a fireretardant PVC jacket and have been listed as CMR rated, in accordance with
the National Electrical Code. AR cables are color coded to match standard
Outside Plant (OSP) cable designs. The cable consists of solid soft bare
copper that’s insulated with foam polyethylene and a skin of PVC. Cores
through 900-pair are color coded to match the standard PIC color code. Cables
1,200-pair and larger have a “Mirror Image” color code. Spare pairs are
offered in cables of 1,200-pair and larger. An alvyn sheath is applied overall.
The alvyn sheath consists of a 8 mil aluminum tape applied longitudinally
and bonded to a gray PVC outer jacket.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor
Polyethylene Foam with
PVC Skin Insulation

OSP FIBER

Non-hygroscopic
Dielectric Tape
Corrugated Aluminum
Tape Shield

OSP COMPOSITE

Applications

Flame Retardant and
Abrasion Resistant PVC Jacket

•	 Riser shafts without using conduits
•	 4 Mbps token ring
•	 Analog voice

Specifications

•	 10BASE-T ethernet

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Shield

Available in 25-pair up to 2,400-pair

Jacket

Gray, flame retardant and abrasion
resistant PVC

Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)
Package

100 ± 15

Solid annealed copper
Available in 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)
Polyethylene foam with PVC skin
Corrugated 8 mil aluminum tape

Features

Benefits

•	 CMR rating

•	 Meets NFPA code
for riser applications

•	 Shielded design

•	 Provides EMI/RFI shielding

60
Cut to length

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
Telcordia GR-111
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Product Code

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

02-062-03

ARAM

25

22 (0.64)

0.61 (15)

203 (303)

02-065-03

ARAM

50

22 (0.64)

0.77 (20)

347 (517)

OSP COPPER WIRE

02-069-03

ARAM

100

22 (0.64)

1.05 (27)

644 (960)

02-073-03

ARAM

200

22 (0.64)

1.41 (36)

1,184 (1,766)

02-075-03

ARAM

300

22 (0.64)

1.68 (43)

1,699 (2,533)

02-077-03

ARAM

400

22 (0.64)

1.94 (49)

2,200 (3,280)
3,196 (4,766)

02-081-03

ARAM

600

22 (0.64)

2.30 (58)

02-097-03

ARMM

25

24 (0.51)

0.51 (13)

146 (218)

02-100-03

ARMM

50

24 (0.51)

0.64 (16)

241 (360)
447 (667)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

02-104-03

ARMM

100

24 (0.51)

0.89 (23)

02-106-03

ARMM

150

24 (0.51)

1.02 (26)

618 (922)

02-108-03

ARMM

200

24 (0.51)

1.14 (29)

788 (1,175)

02-110-03

ARMM

300

24 (0.51)

1.35 (34)

1,129 (1,684)

02-112-03

ARMM

400

24 (0.51)

1.53 (39)

1,427 (2,128)

02-116-03

ARMM

600

24 (0.51)

1.85 (47)

2,106 (3,140)

02-118-03

ARMM

900

24 (0.51)

2.20 (56)

3,060 (4,563)

02-120-03

ARMM

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.50 (63)

4,008 (5,977)
5,013 (7,476)

TECHNICAL INFO

02-121-03

ARMM

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.80 (71)

02-124-03

ARMM

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.05 (77)

5,958 (8,884)

02-125-03

ARMM

2,100

24 (0.51)

3.30 (84)

6,908 (10,302)

02-126-03

ARMM

2,400

24 (0.51)

3.52 (89)

7,852 (11,709)

A-36

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

•	 Indoor/outdoor use with extreme
cold temperature feature

•	 Beige, gray and ivory
jacket colors

•	 Enhances appearance
on outdoor siding

•	 Various conductor colors

•	 Customer preference

Specifications
Pair Count
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Jacket

Available in 2-pair, 3-pair, 4-pair, 6-pair and 12-pair
Solid annealed copper
Available in 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)
Thermoplastic
Tough, flame retardant, weather and abrasion resistant PVC

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
Extreme CMR/CMX Outdoor Includes ICEA -40°C Anvil Test
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-100-685
2002/95/EC RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMX-Outdoor

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
Jacket Color
in (mm)
CMR/CMX Outdoor

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

Packages
Per Pallet

12-202-37

2

22 (0.64)

Beige

0.18 (4.7)

17 (26)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

12-203-37

3

22 (0.64)

Beige

0.22 (5.5)

24 (36)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

12-204-37

4

22 (0.64)

Beige

0.22 (5.6)

29 (43)

™
1,000’ POP Box

36

12-214-37

4

22 (0.64)

Gray

0.22 (5.6)

29 (43)

™
1,000’ POP Box

36

12-402-37

2

24 (0.51)

Beige

0.15 (3.7)

12 (18)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

12-403-37

3

24 (0.51)

Beige

0.17 (4.3)

16 (24)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

12-404-37

4

24 (0.51)

Beige

0.20 (5.0)

20 (30)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

The above products use a tubed jacket design with the following color code: Blue/White, Orange/White, Green/White, Brown/White.

12-212-32

2

22 (0.64)

Beige

0.18 (4.7)

17 (26)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

12-213-32

3

22 (0.64)

Beige

0.22 (5.5)

24 (36)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

12-206-32

4

22 (0.64)

Beige

0.22 (5.6)

29 (43)

™
500’ POP Box

45

12-412-32

2

24 (0.51)

Beige

0.15 (3.7)

12 (18)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

12-414-32

4

24 (0.51)

Beige

0.20 (5.0)

20 (30)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

The above products use a tubed jacket design with the following color code: Red/Green, Yellow/Black, Blue/White, Orange/Brown.

Extreme CMR/CMX Outdoor
11-002-89

2

22 (0.64)

Gray

0.17 (4.3)

19 (29)

125’ Coil Pack

128

11-002-88

2

22 (0.64)

Ivory

0.17 (4.3)

19 (29)

125’ Coil Pack

256

11-002-87

2

22 (0.64)

Ivory

0.17 (4.3)

19 (29)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

11-003-12

2

24 (0.51)

Ivory

0.15 (3.7)

12 (18)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

11-003-13

2

24 (0.51)

Gray

0.15 (3.7)

12 (18)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

11-003-91

4

24 (0.51)

White

0.20 (5.0)

20 (30)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

11-003-92

4

24 (0.51)

Ivory

0.20 (5.0)

20 (30)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

12-303-62*

6

24 (0.51)

Gray

0.21 (5.3)

27 (41)

™
1,000’ POP Box

36

12-805-62*

12

24 (0.51)

Gray

0.28 (7.2)

49 (74)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

12-825-62*

12

24 (0.51)

Ivory

0.28 (7.2)

49 (74)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

16

The above products use a tubed jacket design with the following color code: Blue/White, Orange/White, Green/White and Brown/White. 2-pair 22 AWG products are a pressure extruded design.

12-414-52

3

22 (0.64)

Beige

0.22 (5.5)

24 (36)

1,000’ POP™ Box

45

12-415-52

2

24 (0.51)

Beige

0.15 (3.7)

12 (18)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

12-416-52

3

24 (0.51)

Beige

0.17 (4.3)

16 (24)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

12-417-52

4

24 (0.51)

Beige

0.20 (5.0)

20 (30)

™
1,000’ POP Box

45

The above products use a tubed jacket design with the following color code: Red/Green, Yellow/Black, Blue/White, Orange/Brown.
*Copper conductors are PVC insulated.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-37

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Indoor/outdoor use

•	 Extreme CMR/CMX Outdoor
combination

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 CMR/CMX Outdoor combination

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Benefits

BELL OSP COPPER

Flame Retardant, Weather and
Abrasion Resistant Jacket

Features

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 Extreme CMR/CMX Outdoor

OSP FIBER

Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 CMR/CMX Outdoor

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Applications

TECHNICAL INFO

Station Wire Category 3 CMR/CMX Outdoor Wires are small, light-weight,
twisted pair cables designed for use in protected outdoor locations, indoor
areas or a combination. Two levels of Outdoor Protection are available CMR/
CMX Outdoor and Extreme CMR/CMX Outdoor. The Extreme Series meets
the -40°C anvil test.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Category 3 Station Wire CMR/CMX Outdoor

PREMISES COPPER

Bundled Category 6
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex Bundled UTP cables reduce the amount of cable pulls in an
installation and simplify cable management. These bundled cables consist
of multiple Category 6 compliant cables bundled together and bound by
contra-helically applied binder yarns. The binder configuration allows for
easy breakout and offers greater flexibility compared to an overjacket design.
Contrasting jacket colors allow for easy identification.

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications

OSP FIBER

Contra-Helically
Applied Binder Yarns

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

Cross-web Separator

Features

Benefits

•	 Binding of multiple UTP cables

•	 Reduces installation time

•	 Multiple construction options
(2 to 7 cable sub-units)

•	 Improves cable management

•	 Warranted with numerous
connectivity manufacturers

•	 Sizes available for small
and large projects

Thermoplastic Insulation

OSP COMPOSITE

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

™

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Solid annealed copper

Insulation

CMR: Thermoplastic
CMP: FEP

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Separator

Cross-web

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)
Package F x T x D (in)

100 ± 15

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates, even in low
light environment

•	 Flexible, dual binder yarns,
contra-helically applied

•	 Maintains maximum flexibility
and allows for easy breakout

23 (0.57)

CMR: 68
CMP: 71
30 x 18 x 12 plywood reel

BELL OSP COPPER

Component Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

Component NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR
UL, c(UL) Listed CMP

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

Jacket Colors*

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

2

Blue, Gray

0.44 (11.2)

48 (106)

2,500 (762)

3

Blue, Gray, White

0.48 (12.1)

72 (159)

2,500 (762)

56-202-4A

4

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow

0.53 (13.6)

97 (213)

2,500 (762)

CMR

56-201-5A

5

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green

0.61 (15.5)

121 (266)

2,500 (762)

CMR

56-201-6A

6

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green, Red

0.70 (17.8)

145 (319)

2,500 (762)

CMR

56-201-7A

7

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green, Red, Purple

0.70 (17.8)

176 (387)

1,000 (305)

CMP

56-202-2B

2

Blue, Gray

0.48 (12.1)

57 (126)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-202-3B

3

Blue, Gray, White

0.51 (13.0)

86 (189)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-202-4B

4

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow

0.57 (14.6)

115 (252)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-201-5B

5

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green

0.64 (16.3)

143 (315)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-201-6B

6

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green, Red

0.71 (18.1)

172 (378)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-201-7B

7

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green, Red, Purple

0.71 (18.1)

201 (441)

1,000 (305)

Red

Purple

Listing

Part Number

Cable Sub-units

CMR

56-202-2A

CMR

56-202-3A

CMR

*Other jacket color combinations available.

Jacket Colors
Blue

A-38

Gray

White

Yellow

Green

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Product Description

Contra-Helically
Applied Binder Yarns

•	 Sizes available for small
and large projects

•	 ColorTip circuit
identification system

•	 Easily identifiable conductor
mates, even in low
light environment

•	 Flexible, dual binder yarns,
contra-helically applied

•	 Maintains maximum flexibility
and allows for easy breakout

Thermoplastic Insulation

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Warranted with numerous
connectivity manufacturers

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)
Thermoplastic

Insulation Colors

Pair 1: ColorTip™ Light Blue, Blue
Pair 2: ColorTip Light Orange, Orange
Pair 3: ColorTip Light Green, Green
Pair 4: ColorTip Light Brown, Brown

Jacket

CMR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
CMP: FR, low smoke PVC

Characteristic Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)
Package F x T x D (in)

100 ± 15
CMR: 69
CMP: 72
30 x 18 x 12 plywood reel

Component Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
NFPA 262
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-90-661-2008
RoHS-compliant

Component NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMP
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Blue, Gray

0.38 (9.7)

38 (083)

2,500 (762)

Blue, Gray, White

0.41 (10.4)

57 (125)

2,500 (762)

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow

0.46 (11.7)

76 (167)

2,500 (762)

5

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green

0.51 (13.0)

95 (208)

2,500 (762)

56-201-65

6

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green, Red

0.56 (14.2)

114 (250)

2,500 (762)

CMR

56-201-75

7

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green, Red, Purple

0.56 (14.2)

133 (292)

1,000 (305)

CMP

56-202-28

2

Blue, Gray

0.35 (8.9)

39 (085)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-202-38

3

Blue, Gray, White

0.38 (9.6)

58 (127)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-202-48

4

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow

0.42 (10.8)

77 (170)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-201-58

5

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green

0.48 (12.1)

96 (212)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-201-68

6

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green, Red

0.53 (13.4)

116 (254)

2,500 (762)

CMP

56-201-78

7

Blue, Gray, White, Yellow, Green, Red, Purple

0.53 (13.4)

135 (297)

1,000 (305)

Red

Purple

Listing

Part Number

Cable Sub-units

CMR

56-202-25

2

CMR

56-202-35

3

CMR

56-202-45

4

CMR

56-201-55

CMR

Jacket Colors*

*Other jacket color combinations available.

Jacket Colors
Blue

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Gray

White

Yellow

Green

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Improves cable management

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Reduces installation time

•	 Multiple construction options
(2 to 7 cable sub-units)

A-39

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Binding of multiple UTP cables

OSP COPPER WIRE

Benefits

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Features

TECHNICAL INFO

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

OSP FIBER

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications

™

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex Bundled UTP cables reduce the amount of cable pulls in an
installation and simplify cable management. These bundled cables consist
of multiple Category 5e compliant cables bundled together and bound by
contra-helically applied binder yarns. The binder configuration allows for easy
breakout and offers greater flexibility compared to a composite overjacket
design. Contrasting jacket colors allow easy identification.

PREMISES COPPER

Bundled Category 5e

PREMISES COPPER

Bundled Composite Category 6 CMR
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex offers multiple configurations of skip-wrapped or bundled
riser-rated (CMR) composite cables to support common drop configurations
used in residential structured wiring installations. These composite cables
improve installation time and reduce the chance of violating minimum bend
radius of the cable. The individual components support many technologies,
including extended bandwidth satellite service, 1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX
ethernet and high-definition TV signals. This product is also available with an
optical fiber cable.

Contra-Helically
Applied Binder Yarns
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket
23 AWG Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

OSP FIBER

Thermoplastic Insulation

Applications

Cross-web Separator

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

Insulation PE Foam

•	 HDTV, CATV, CCTV and DBS

OSP COMPOSITE

18 AWG Copper Clad
Steel Conductor
34 AWG Aluminum
Outer Braid (40%)
34 AWG Aluminum
Inner Braid (60%)
Aluminum Tape
Inner/Outer Shields (x2)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
CAT 6 UTP Component

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Characteristic
Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)
Fiber Component*

Coax Series 6 Quad
Shield Component

BELL OSP COPPER

Binder Yarn
Package

Pair Count: 4
Conductor: Solid annealed copper
AWG (mm): 23 (0.57)
Insulation: Thermoplastic
Separator: Cross-web
Jacket: Flame retardant PVC

Features

Benefits

•	 All-in-one cable design

•	 Reduces installation time,
provides additional protection
to the individual cables

•	 Series 6 Quad Shield coaxial
cable with typical bandwidth
that exceeds 3 GHz

•	 “Future-Proofing” the installation.
Supports extended bandwidth
satellite service and highdefinition TV signals

•	 Multiple constructions available

•	 Customized flexibility
for the application

•	 Optional optical fiber
premises cable

•	 Integrated fiber reduces the need
to install separate cables for
home interior optical networks

•	 Flexible, dual binder yarns,
contra-helically applied

•	 Maintains maximum flexibility
and allows for easy breakout

100 ± 15
68
62.5/125 μm duplex, 5 mm round, 900 μm tight buffered
Conductor: Copper clad steel
AWG (mm): 18 (1.02)
Insulation: Polyethylene
Inner Shield: 2.8 mil aluminum foil
Inner Braid: 34 AWG aluminum (60%)
Outer Shield: 1.8 mil aluminum foil
Outer Braid: 34 AWG aluminum (40%)
Jacket: PVC
Electrical: See "Coax Series 6 Quad Shield" on page A-45
Flexible, dual binder yarns, contra-helically applied
Cut to length on plywood reel

Specifications (continued)
Component
Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596-2001
RoHS-compliant

Component
NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number

CAT 6

Number of Cable Components
RG 6 Quad

62.5 2-fiber*

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

D3-2009SA

1

1

-

0.53 (14)

56 (124)

D3-5009SA

1

2

-

0.56 (14)

88 (195)

D3-A009SA

2

1

-

0.51 (13)

81 (178)

D3-D009SA

2

2

-

0.67 (17)

113 (248)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

D3-J009SA

3

1

-

0.67 (17)

105 (232)

D3-M009SA

3

2

-

0.81 (21)

137 (302)

D3-S009SA

4

1

-

0.82 (21)

130 (286)

D3-V009SA

4

2

-

0.85 (22)

162 (356)

D3-B169SA

2

1

1

0.56 (14)

95 (210)

D3-E169SA

2

2

1

0.51 (13)

127 (280)

D3-K169SA

3

1

1

0.67 (17)

120 (263)

D3-N169SA

3

2

1

0.67 (17)

152 (334)

D3-T169SA

4

1

1

0.81 (21)

144 (317)

TECHNICAL INFO

*Other fiber types and fiber counts available upon request.

A-40

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Contra-Helically
Applied Binder Yarns
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket
24 AWG Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor
Insulation PE Foam
18 AWG Copper Clad
Steel Conductor

•	 Series 6 Quad Shield coaxial
cable with typical bandwidth
that exceeds 3 GHz

•	 “Future-Proofing” the installation.
Supports extended bandwidth
satellite service and highdefinition TV signals

•	 Multiple constructions available

•	 Customized flexibility
for the application

34 AWG Aluminum
Inner Braid (60%)
Aluminum Tape
Inner/Outer Shields (x2)

Specifications

•	 Optional optical fiber
premises cable

•	 Integrated fiber reduces the need
to install separate cables for
home interior optical networks

•	 Flexible, dual binder yarns,
contra-helically applied

•	 Maintains maximum flexibility
and allows for easy breakout

Pair Count: 4
Conductor: Solid annealed copper
AWG (mm): 24 (0.51)
Insulation: Thermoplastic
Jacket: Flame retardant PVC

CAT 5e UTP Component
Characteristic
Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)
Fiber Component*

100 ± 15
69
62.5/125 μm duplex, 5 mm round, 900 μm tight buffered
Conductor: Copper clad steel
AWG (mm): 18 (1.02)
Insulation: Polyethylene
Inner Shield: 2.8 mil aluminum foil
Inner Braid: 34 AWG aluminum (60%)
Outer Shield: 1.8 mil aluminum foil
Outer Braid: 34 AWG aluminum (40%)
Jacket: PVC
Electrical: See "Coax Series 6 Quad Shield" on page A-45

Specifications (continued)
UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596-2001
RoHS-compliant

Component
NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Reduces installation time,
provides additional protection
to the individual cables

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 All-in-one cable design

34 AWG Aluminum
Outer Braid (40%)

Coax Series 6 Quad
Shield Component

Binder Yarn
Package

Flexible, dual binder yarns, contra-helically applied
Cut to length on plywood reel

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

CAT 5e

Number of Cable Components
RG 6 Quad

D1-2009S5
D1-5009S5
D1-A009S5
D1-D009S5
D1-J009S5
D1-M009S5
D1-S009S5
D1-V009S5
D1-3169S5
D1-6169S5
D1-B169S5
D1-E169S5
D1-K169S5
D1-N169S5
D1-T169S5
D1-W169S5

1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4

1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2

62.5 2-fiber*

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0.49 (12)
0.53 (13)
0.45 (12)
0.61 (16)
0.58 (15)
0.73 (19)
0.71 (18)
0.85 (22)
0.53 (13)
0.45 (12)
0.61 (16)
0.58 (15)
0.73 (19)
0.71 (18)
0.85 (22)
0.85 (22)

51 (113)
83 (183)
71 (156)
103 (226)
90 (198)
122 (269)
110 (241)
142 (311)
66 (145)
98 (215)
85 (187)
117 (258)
105 (230)
137 (300)
124 (273)
156 (343)

*Other fiber types and fiber counts available upon request.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-41

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Benefits

BELL OSP COPPER

Features

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 HDTV, CATV, CCTV and DBS

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

Component
Performance
Compliance

OSP FIBER

Thermoplastic Insulation

Applications

TECHNICAL INFO

Superior Essex offers multiple configurations of skip-wrapped or bundled
riser-rated (CMR) composite cables to support common drop configurations
used in residential structured wiring installations. These composite cables
improve installation time and reduce the chance of violating minimum bend
radius of the cable. The individual components support many technologies,
including extended bandwidth satellite service, 1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX
ethernet and high definition TV signals. This product is also available with an
optical fiber cable.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Bundled Composite Category 5e CMR

PREMISES COPPER

Residential Broadband Riser

Coax Series 6 Quad Shield, Category 6 and Optical Fiber
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex offers multiple configurations of Residential Broadband
riser-rated (CMR) composite cables to support the three common drop
configurations used in residential structured wiring installations. These
composite cables improve installation time and reduce the chance of
violating minimum bend radius of the cable. The individual components
support many technologies, including extended bandwidth satellite service,
1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX ethernet and high-definition TV signals. This
product is also available with a 62.5 μm duplex multimode fiber.

Flame Retardant
Overall PVC Jacket
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

OSP FIBER

23 AWG Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications

Thermoplastic Insulation

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

Rip Cord

•	 HDTV, CATV, CCTV and DBS

Insulation PE Foam

OSP COMPOSITE

18 AWG Copper Clad
Steel Conductor
34 AWG Aluminum
Outer Braid (40%)
34 AWG Aluminum
Inner Braid (60%)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Aluminum Tape
Inner/Outer Shields (x2)

Features

Benefits

•	 All-in-one cable design

•	 Reduces installation time,
provides additional protection
to the individual cables

•	 Series 6 Quad Shield coaxial
cable with typical bandwidth
that exceeds 3 GHz

•	 “Future-Proofing” the installation.
Supports extended bandwidth
satellite service and highdefinition TV signals

•	 Multiple constructions available

•	 Customized flexibility
for the application

®

•	 TeraGain multimode optical
fiber (optional)

Specifications
CAT 6 UTP Component

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Characteristic
Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)
Fiber Component

BELL OSP COPPER

Coax Series 6 Quad
Shield Component

Overall Jacket
Package

•	 Integrated fiber reduces the need
to install separate cables for
home interior optical networks

Pair Count: 4
Conductor: Solid annealed copper
AWG (mm): 23 (0.57)
Insulation: Thermoplastic
Jacket: Flame retardant PVC
100 ± 15
68
62.5/125 μm duplex, 5 mm round, 900 μm tight buffered
Conductor: Copper clad steel
AWG (mm): 18 (1.02)
Insulation: Polyethylene
Inner Shield: 2.8 mil aluminum foil
Inner Braid: 34 AWG aluminum (60%)
Outer Shield: 1.8 mil aluminum foil
Outer Braid: 34 AWG aluminum (40%)
Jacket: PVC
Electrical: See "Coax Series 6 Quad Shield" on page A-45
Orange, flame retardant PVC
Plywood reel

OSP COPPER WIRE

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596-2001
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Description

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

72-512-01

1 Series 6 Quad x 1 CAT 6

72-621-03

2 Series 6 Quad x 2 CAT 6

7A-621-03

2 Series 6 Quad x 2 CAT 6 x 1 Duplex 62.5/125 MMF

TECHNICAL INFO

A-42

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Packages
Per Pallet

0.37 x 0.54 (9.27 x 13.59)

70 (104)

1,000 (305)

4

0.62 x 0.54 (15.7 x 13.5)

130 (193)

500 (152)

4

0.62 x 0.54 (15.7 x 13.6)

144 (214)

500 (152)

4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Coax Series 6 Quad Shield, Category 5e and Optical Fiber

Flame Retardant
Overall PVC Jacket
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

Thermoplastic Insulation
Rip Cord

Benefits

•	 All-in-one cable design

•	 Reduces installation time,
provides additional protection
to the individual cables

•	 Series 6 Quad Shield coaxial
cable with typical bandwidth
that exceeds 3 GHz

•	 “Future-Proofing” the installation.
Supports extended bandwidth
satellite service and highdefinition TV signals

•	 Multiple constructions available

•	 Customized flexibility
for the application
•	 Integrated fiber reduces the need
to install separate cables for
home interior optical networks

•	 CAT 5e, 4-pair

•	 For high bandwidth applications

34 AWG Aluminum
Inner Braid (60%)
Aluminum Tape
Inner/Outer Shields (x2)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 TeraGain multimode optical
fiber (optional)

34 AWG Aluminum
Outer Braid (40%)

Specifications
CAT 5e UTP Component
Characteristic
Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)
Fiber Component

Pair Count: 4
Conductor: Solid annealed copper
AWG (mm): 24 (0.51)
Insulation: Thermoplastic
Jacket: Flame retardant PVC
100 ± 15
69
62.5/125 μm duplex, 5 mm round, 900 μm tight buffered
Conductor: Copper clad steel
AWG (mm): 18 (1.02)
Insulation: Polyethylene
Inner Shield: 2.8 mil aluminum foil
Inner Braid: 34 AWG aluminum (60%)
Outer Shield: 1.8 mil aluminum foil
Outer Braid: 34 AWG aluminum (40%)
Jacket: PVC
Electrical: See "Coax Series 6 Quad Shield" on page A-45

Coax Series 6 Quad
Shield Component

Overall Jacket
Package

Orange, flame retardant PVC
Plywood reel

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596-2001
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

OSP COPPER WIRE

®

18 AWG Copper Clad
Steel Conductor

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Packages
Per Pallet

0.365 x 0.535 (9.27 x 13.59)

73 (109)

1,000 (305)

4

0.640 x 0.535 (16.00 x 13.59)

135 (201)

500 (152)

4

149 (222)

500 (152)

4

Part Number

Description

72-312-01

1 Series 6 Quad x 1 CAT 5e

72-421-03

2 Series 6 Quad x 2 CAT 5e

7A-421-03

2 Series 6 Quad x 2 CAT 5e x 1 Duplex 62.5/125 MMF

0.660 x 0.537 (16.80 x 13.64)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Features

OSP COMPOSITE

Insulation PE Foam

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 HDTV, CATV, CCTV and DBS

A-43

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 10BASE-T through 1000BASE-T ethernet, ATM and token ring

OSP FIBER

24 AWG Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

Applications

TECHNICAL INFO

Superior Essex offers multiple configurations of Residential Broadband
riser-rated (CMR) composite cables to support the three common drop
configurations used in residential structured wiring installations. These
composite cables improve installation time and reduce the chance of
violating minimum bend radius of the cable. The individual components
support many technologies, including extended bandwidth satellite service,
1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX ethernet and high definition TV signals. This
product is also available with a 62.5 μm duplex multimode fiber.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Residential Broadband Riser

PREMISES COPPER

Coax Series 6 Quad Shield

CM/CATV, CMR/CATVR and Aluminum Interlock Armored CMR
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex Series 6 quad shield coaxial cables are designed to support
technologies such as extended bandwidth satellite service, high definition
TV signals, CATV and two-way cable modems. Superior Essex maintains
tight tolerances to cable diameter requirements of leading connector
manufacturers. Also available as interlock armored coax.
34 AWG Aluminum
Outer Braid (40%)

Applications
•	 HDTV, CATV and CCTV

OSP FIBER

34 AWG Aluminum
Inner Braid (60%)

•	 Two-way cable modems
•	 Extended bandwidth satellite service

Insulation PE Foam
18 AWG Copper Clad
Steel Conductor

OSP COMPOSITE

Aluminum Foil Inner Shield
Aluminum Foil Outer Shield
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Inner Shield
Inner Braid
Outer Shield
Outer Braid
Insulation
Jacket

Copper clad steel

Nominal Diameter in (mm)

Dielectric: 0.18 (4.57)
Shield: 0.19 (4.82)

18 (1.02)

Features

Benefits

•	 Series 6 Quad Shield Coaxial
cable with bandwidth that
exceeds 3 GHz

•	 Future-proofing” the installation.
Supports extended bandwidth
satellite service and highdefinition TV signals

•	 Tight foamed polyethylene
insulating skin bonds around
center conductor

•	 Exhibits better transmission
characteristics

•	 Black and White jacket
colors available

•	 Helps differentiate incoming
service versus internal cabling
infrastructure

•	 Interlock armored version

•	 Provides additional mechanical
and fire safety protection

2.8 mil aluminum foil
34 AWG aluminum (60%)
1.8 mil aluminum foil
34 AWG aluminum (40%)
Polyethylene
PVC (polyvinylchloride)

Nominal Jacket Wall Thickness
in (mm)
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

0.03 (0.76)
75
85

BELL OSP COPPER

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1685
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CM
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Listing

Part Number

Component
Jacket Color

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

Packages Per
Pallet

CM/CATV

78-147-91

CM/CATV

79-147-91

White

0.30 (7.5)

29 (43)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

27

Black

0.30 (7.5)

29 (43)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

CM/CATV

27

78-147-9P

White

0.30 (7.5)

29 (43)

™
1,000’ POP Box

20

CM/CATV

79-147-9P

Black

0.30 (7.5)

29 (43)

™
1,000’ POP Box

20

CMR/CATVR

78-148-91

White

0.30 (7.5)

30 (45)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

27

CMR/CATVR

79-148-91

Black

0.30 (7.5)

30 (45)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

27

CMR

KC-919-45

White

0.53 (13.5)

73 (109)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

1

CMR

KC-919-E5

Black

0.53 (13.5)

73 (109)

1,000’ Plywood Reel

1

Aluminum Interlock Armored (no outer jacket)

TECHNICAL INFO

A-44

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.3

Electrical Specifications

55

5.3

4.8

20

211

10.1

9.0

20

270

11.5

10.3

20

300

12.1

11.0

20

330

12.8

11.7

20

400

14.1

13.1

20

450

15.0

13.6

20

550

16.7

15.3

20

750

19.7

17.1

20

870

21.3

19.7

20

1000

23.0

21.2

20

23.7

18

1200
1450

26.1

18

1800

29.0

18

32.1

18

35.2

15

3000

38.3

15

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A-45

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

2200
2600

OSP FIBER

SRL, Typical
dB

OSP COMPOSITE

Typical
dB/100 m

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specification
dB/100 m

PREMISES FIBER

Attenuation Maximum
Frequency
MHz

PREMISES COPPER

Coax Series 6 Quad Shield
CM/CATV, CMR/CATVR and Aluminum Interlock Armored CMR

PREMISES COPPER

Coax Series 6 60% Shield CM
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex Series 6 60% shield coaxial cables are designed to support
analog, digital and high-bandwidth technologies. Superior Essex maintains
tight tolerances to cable diameter requirements of leading connector
manufacturers.

Applications

34 AWG Aluminum
Inner Braid (60%)

•	 HDTV, CATV and CCTV
•	 Two-way cable modems

Insulation PE Foam

OSP FIBER

•	 Extended bandwidth satellite service

18 AWG Copper Clad
Steel Conductor
Aluminum Foil Inner Shield
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

OSP COMPOSITE

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Inner Braid
Inner Shield
Jacket

Copper clad steel

Nominal Diameter in (mm)

Inner Shield: 0.18 (4.6)
Overall: 0.28 (7.1)

Approx. Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

21 (13.5)

Features

Benefits

•	 Series 6 60% Shield Coaxial
cable with bandwidth that
exceeds 2.2 GHz

•	 “Future-proofing” the installation

•	 Tight foamed polyethylene
insulating skin bonds around
center conductor

•	 Exhibits better transmission
characteristics

•	 Black and white jacket
colors available

•	 Helps differentiate incoming
service versus internal cabling
infrastructure

18 (1.0)
34 AWG aluminum (60%)
2.8 mil aluminum foil
PVC (polyvinylchloride)

75
85

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1685
ANSI/SCTE 74-2003
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CM

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Jacket Color

Package

Packages Per Pallet

78-107-9P

White

1,000’ POP™ Box

20

79-107-9P

Black

1,000’ POP™ Box

20

78-107-91

White

1,000’ Plywood Reel

27

79-107-91

Black

1,000’ Plywood Reel

27

OSP COPPER WIRE

Electrical Specifications
Frequency
MHz

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

A-46

Attenuation Maximum, Specification
dB/100 m

SRL, Typical
dB

55

5.3

20

211

10.1

20

270

11.5

20

330

12.8

20

350

14.1

20

450

15.0

20

500

15.9

20

550

16.7

20

600

17.5

20

750

19.7

20

870

21.3

20

1000

23.0

20

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

34 AWG Aluminum
Braid (70%)

•	 HDTV

OSP FIBER

18 AWG Copper Clad
Steel Conductor
Insulation PE Foam

•	 Extended bandwidth satellite service

Aluminum Foil Inner Shield

Features

Benefits

•	 Series 6 (18 AWG copper
clad steel center conductor)

•	 Standard and popular size

•	 Available in CM Outdoor
(60°C rated jacket)

•	 Indoor/outdoor use

•	 Tri-Shield consists of inner
aluminum/polyester foil,
aluminum braid, outer
aluminum/polyester foil

•	 Added shielding for higher
service levels

•	 Bonded inner foil

•	 Stops moisture

•	 100% coverage over the 70%
(34 AWG aluminum) braiding

•	 Offers better shielding protection
and stops interference

•	 Reel-in-a-Box design

•	 Water resistant package is easy
to carry and store

•	 White or black outer jacket
(UV rated for exterior use)

•	 Jacket color helps differentiate
incoming versus internal cabling

Aluminum Foil Outer Shield

OSP COMPOSITE

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

Specifications
Copper clad steel
18 (1.0)
Aluminum/polyester foil (100%)
34 AWG aluminum braid (70%)
Aluminum/polyester foil (100%)
0.28 (7.1)
75
Flame retardant PVC
1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box
27

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1685
ANSI/SCTE 74-2003
Appropriate ASTM standards
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CM

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Inner Shield
Center Shield
Outer Shield
Overall Nominal Diameter in (mm)
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)
Jacket
Package
Packages Per Pallet

Part Number

Jacket Color

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft kg/km)

78-11A-9R

White

32 (48)

79-11A-9R

Black

32 (48)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

OSP COPPER WIRE

Electrical Specifications
Maximum Attenuation
@ 68°F (20°C)
dB/100 m

55

5.2

211

10.0

250

10.8

270

11.0

330

12.2

350

12.6

450

14.4

500

15.3

550

16.1

600

16.7

750

18.5

870

20.0

1000

21.5

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Frequency
MHz

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Applications

A-47

TECHNICAL INFO

Superior Essex Series 6 Tri-Shield 70% braided coaxial cables exceed the
requirements specified in ANSI/SCTE 74-2003. The shielding consists of an
inner aluminum/polyester foil bonded to the insulation, an aluminum 34 AWG
braid, and an outer aluminum/polyester foil. This Series 6 Tri-Shield will
support such technologies as extended bandwidth satellite service, high
definition TV signals, CATV and two-way cable modems.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Coax Series 6 Tri-Shield 70% CM

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

B-1

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Simplex, Duplex and Quad Interconnect OFNR/OFNP  . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Microarray Data Center Interconnect OFNR/OFNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4
Microarray Breakout OFNP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5
Single Unit Distribution OFNR/OFNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-6
®
Premises Fiber BrakeBox with QuickCount® Marking System . . . . . . . B-7
Multi-Unit Distribution OFNR/OFNP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-8
Indoor/Outdoor Sunlight Resistant OFNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-10
Dry Block/Sunlight Resistant Indoor/Outdoor OFNR  . . . . . . . . . . . . B-11
Dry Block/Sunlight Resistant Indoor/Outdoor OFNP  . . . . . . . . . . . . B-12
Hybrid Premises Fiber OFNR/OFNP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-14
Interlock Armored Premises Fiber OFCR/OFCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-16

OSP COMPOSITE

Table of Contents

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

PREMISES FIBER

PREMISES COPPER

Simplex, Duplex and Quad Interconnect
OFNR/OFNP

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Simplex, Duplex and Quad Optical Fiber Interconnect Cables are typically
used for patch cords and intrabuilding installations. Superior Essex designed
these cables for environments where small size, flexible construction and
flame resistance are required. These cables are available in both riser and
plenum versions. Higher performance optical fibers are offered as standard;
including Reduced Water Peak (RWP) single mode, 220/600 62.5 μm multimode
and 10G/150 laser optimized 50 μm multimode.

OSP FIBER

Zip Cord Configuration

Buffered Optical Fiber

OSP COMPOSITE

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

The design consists of flexible tight buffer material extruded over the fiber
to a diameter of 900 μm for use with standard connectors. Dielectric yarns
are applied for additional strength and a flame retardant PVC jacket covers
the strength members. Appropriate materials are used to achieve an OFNR
(riser) or OFNP (plenum) rating. Standard 2.9 mm and small form factor 2 mm
diameters are available for simplex and duplex designs.

Applications
•	 Cross-connects and patch applications

Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

•	 Communication closets to wall outlets
•	 Drop ceiling applications (plenum)
•	 Fiber to the work area

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Buffered Optical Fiber
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket
Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Features

Benefits

•	 Simplex and duplex zip cord
designs in 2 mm and 2.9 mm
diameters

•	 Meets all the requirements
for both standard and small form
factor connectors for “in-frontof-the-shelf” applications

•	 Round duplex and quad designs

•	 Perfect for in-wall and “behindthe-shelf” applications

•	 Marked in feet and meters

•	 Meets commercial, government
and international requirements
for length markings

Round Configuration

Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE

Configuration

Flexible tight buffered optical fibers surrounded by aramid
yarns and covered by a flame retardant jacket

Fiber Count
Strength Elements

Available in 1, 2 and 4-fiber

Jacket

OFNR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
OFNP: FR, low smoke PVC

Package

Plywood reel

Performance
Compliance

UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
UL 1666
NFPA 262
Telcordia GR-409-CORE, Issue 2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR
UL, c(UL) Listed OFNP

Dielectric aramid yarns

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Environmental Specifications
Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

TECHNICAL INFO

B-2

Riser

Plenum

-40°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

-20°C to +65°C

-20°C to +65°C

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

OFNR

33001x101

Round

1

0.11 (2.9)

6 (8)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.7 (44)

1.1 (29)

OFNR

A3001x101

Round

1

0.08 (2.0)

3 (4)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.2 (30)

0.8 (20)

OFNR

B3002x101

Zip

2

0.11 x 0.24 (2.9 x 6.2)

8 (12)

100 (440)

30 (130)

1.7 (44)

1.1 (29)

OFNR

C3002x101

Zip

2

0.08 x 0.17 (2.0 x 4.2)

6 (9)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.2 (30)

0.8 (20)

OFNR

33002x101

Round

2

0.20 (5.0)

14 (21)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.0 (75)

2.0 (50)

OFNR

33004x101

Round

4

0.20 (5.0)

15 (23)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.0 (75)

2.0 (50)

OFNP

34001x101

Round

1

0.11 (2.9)

6 (9)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.7 (44)

1.1 (29)

OFNP

A4001x101

Round

1

0.08 (2.0)

3 (4)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.2 (30)

0.8 (20)

OFNP

B4002x101

Zip

2

0.11 x 0.24 (2.9 x 6.2)

8 (11)

100 (440)

30 (130)

1.7 (44)

1.1 (29)

OFNP

C4002x101

Zip

2

0.08 x 0.17 (2.0 x 4.2)

6 (9)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.2 (30)

0.8 (20)

OFNP

34002x101

Round

2

0.17 (4.2)

12 (18)

100 (440)

30 (130)

2.5 (63)

1.7 (42)

OFNP

34004x101

Round

4

0.17 (4.2)

13 (20)

100 (440)

30 (130)

2.5 (63)

1.7 (42)

OFNR

33001yG01

Round

1

0.11 (2.9)

6 (8)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.7 (44)

1.1 (29)

OFNR

A3001yG01

Round

1

0.08 (2.0)

3 (4)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.2 (30)

0.8 (20)

Multimode

OFNR

B3002yG01

Zip

2

0.11 x 0.24 (2.9 x 6.2)

8 (12)

100 (440)

30 (130)

1.7 (44)

1.1 (29)

OFNR

C3002yG01

Zip

2

0.08 x 0.17 (2.0 x 4.2)

6 (9)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.2 (30)

0.8 (20)

OFNR

33002yG01

Round

2

0.20 (5.0)

14 (21)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.0 (75)

2.0 (50)

OFNR

33004yG01

Round

4

0.20 (5.0)

15 (23)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.0 (75)

2.0 (50)

OFNP

34001yG01

Round

1

0.11 (2.9)

6 (9)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.7 (44)

1.1 (29)

OFNP

A4001yG01

Round

1

0.08 (2.0)

3 (4)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.2 (30)

0.8 (20)

OFNP

B4002yG01

Zip

2

0.11 x 0.24 (2.9 x 6.2)

8 (11)

100 (440)

30 (130)

1.7 (44)

1.1 (29)

OFNP

C4002yG01

Zip

2

0.08 x 0.17 (2.0 x 4.2)

6 (9)

50 (220)

15 (70)

1.2 (30)

0.8 (20)

OFNP

34002yG01

Round

2

0.17 (4.2)

12 (18)

100 (440)

30 (130)

2.5 (63)

1.7 (42)

OFNP

34004yG01

Round

4

0.17 (4.2)

13 (20)

100 (440)

30 (130)

2.5 (63)

1.7 (42)

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:
Standard
Jacket Colors*

Multimode Optical Fiber

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

3

2

K

Yellow

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “y” with:

6

Standard
Jacket Colors*

Orange

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125

TeraFlex Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

M

N

P

Aqua

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

B-3

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

*Other jacket colors available.
See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

PREMISES COPPER

Maximum Tensile Loading
Install
Long Term
lbs (N)
lbs (N)

PREMISES FIBER

Nominal
Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)
Single Mode

OSP FIBER

Nominal
Diameter
in (mm)

OSP COMPOSITE

Configuration

Fiber
Count

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Listing

Part
Number¹

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

BELL OSP COPPER

Simplex, Duplex and Quad Interconnect OFNR/OFNP

PREMISES COPPER

Microarray Data Center Interconnect
OFNR/OFNP

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The Microarray Data Center Interconnect Cable from Superior Essex is
designed for high performance in a small package. Having a nominal outer
diameter of only 3.0 mm, the microarray data center cable has twelve 250
micron fibers. The cable can then be fusion spliced, connectorized to a
high density 12-fiber MTP/MPO mechanical array connector or attached
to standard single ferrule mechanical connectors (LC, SC, ST, etc.) via a
furcation kit. The loose fibers are surrounded by aramid yarns and a low
smoke PVC (LSPVC) plenum or riser-rated jacket. Its small size allows for
denser fiber routing than traditional tight buffered cables; its round shape
and loose-tube construction give it superior performance and installation
ease compared to ribbon interconnect cable.

Flame Retardant
PVC Jacket

OSP FIBER

250 micron
Optical Fiber
Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

Applications

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Data center plug and play cable installations
•	 Outside Plant (OSP)-premises transitions

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Configuration

Twelve 250 micron optical fibers
surrounded by dielectric aramid yarns
in a 3.0 mm loose tube

Jacket

OFNR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
OFNP: FR, low smoke PVC

Nominal Outer Diameter in (mm)

0.12 (3.0)

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 80 (370)
Long Term: 25 (110)

Minimum Bend Radius in (mm)

Install: 1.8 (45)
Long Term: 1.2 (30)

Package

Plywood reel

Performance Compliance

UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
UL 1666
NFPA 262
Telcordia GR-409-CORE, Issue 2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR
UL, c(UL) Listed OFNP

Features

Benefits

•	 Twelve 250 micron fibers
in 3.0 mm package

•	 Allows for higher fiber density
in data center applications

•	 Meets or exceeds
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596
and GR-409-CORE requirements
for interconnect cable

•	 Worry-free installation
and performance

•	 Plenum (OFNP) and riser (OFNR)
rated designs

•	 Fire-listed cables allow
placement in plenum
and riser spaces

•	 Available in all single mode
and multimode fiber types

•	 Build your network with the fiber
type that you need now or for
the future

•	 Marked in feet and meters

•	 Meets commercial and
government requirements
for length markings

•	 Designed for MTP/MPO
connectors

•	 Economical plug
and play solution

BELL OSP COPPER

Environmental Specifications
Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

Riser

Plenum

-20°C to +70°C

-10°C to +70°C

-40°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

10°C to +60°C

10°C to +60°C

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Listing

Part Number¹

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

OFNR

P3012xx01

5 (8)

OFNP

P4012xx01

6 (9)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “xx” with:
Standard
Jacket Colors

Multimode Optical Fiber

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

31

21

K1

Yellow

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

Standard
Jacket Colors

Orange

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125

TeraFlex Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

MG

NG

PG

Aqua

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

B-4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

OFNP

The Microarray Breakout cable from Superior Essex is designed for high
performance in a small package. The design consists of six 12-fiber 3 mm
microarray interconnect cable subunits, each of which contain twelve
250 micron multimode fibers. The 3 mm subunits are stranded around a
central strength element that is both flexible and robust enough to pass
backbone installation requirements. The stranded subunits are held to the
strength element core by polyester yarns ensuring excellent temperature
performance. Finally, a RoHS compliant flexible fluoropolymer jacket
protects the core from the rigors of installation while providing plenum fire
protection. The cable is available in 62.5/125 micron multimode and laseroptimized 50/125 micron 10G/150 (OM2+), 10G/300 (OM3) and 10G/550 (OM4)
multimode fibers.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

Flame Retardant
Outer Jacket

OSP FIBER

Flame Retardant
LS PVC Jacket
250 micron Optical Fiber
Central Strength Member

Applications

PREMISES COPPER

Microarray Breakout

OSP COMPOSITE

PVC Jacket
Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

•	 10GB Ethernet and legacy speeds
•	 Data centers

Polyester Yarns

•	 Trunk applications

Rip Cord

•	 High density installations

•	 Worry-free installation
and performance

•	 Plenum (OFNP) rated design

•	 Fire-listed cables allow
placement in plenum spaces

•	 Available in 62.5/125 micron
•	 Build your network with the
and laser-optimized 50/125 micron
fiber type that you need now
multimode fiber types
or for the future

Cable Configuration

Six 3 mm subunits around a central
strength member and surrounded by
polyester yarns and an outer jacket

Subunit Configuration

3 mm Simplex cable with twelve 250
micron multimode optical fibers
surrounded by dielectric aramid
strength members

Subunit Marking

Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3, Unit 4, Unit 5, Unit 6

Central Strength Element

Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) covered
with a PVC jacket

Subunit Jacket Material
Outer Jacket Material

Flame retardant, LS PVC

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 150 (710)
Long Term: 45 (198)

Minimum Bend Radius in (mm)

Install: 8.8 (224)
Long Term: 4.4 (112)

Package

Plywood reel

Performance Compliance

UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
NFPA 262
Telcordia GR-409-CORE, Issue 2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNP

Fluoropolymer

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Fiber Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

P4072xG01

72

0.44 (11.2)

89 (133)

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Multimode Optical Fiber
TeraFlex® Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125

TeraGain®
62.5/125

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

¹Replace “x” with:

6

A

B

F

M

N

P

Standard Jacket/
Subunit Colors

Orange

Aqua

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Meets or exceeds
ICEA 83-596-2001 and
GR-409-CORE requirements
for interconnect subunits
and trunk cable

Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Connects directly to MTP/MPO
12-fiber array connectors

OSP COPPER WIRE

Benefits

•	 12-fiber 3 mm
interconnect subunits

B-5

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 MTP/MPO array connectors

PREMISES COPPER

Single Unit Distribution
OFNR/OFNP

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

These Superior Essex premises distribution optical fiber cables are
constructed using a single unit – single jacket RoHS-compliant design with
fiber counts from 6 through 24. The design consists of flexible 900 μm tight
buffered industry standard 250 μm fibers (900/250/125 μm) and is suitable for
use with standard connectors, like the SC, ST, and FC, and small-form-factor
connectors like the LC. Dielectric aramid yarns are applied for strength while
maintaining flexibility. The 18 and 24-fiber cable designs have a flexible glass
reinforced central strength element for added durability and performance.
A durable, flame resistant outer jacket is applied over the cable core using
appropriate OFNR or OFNP rated materials.

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket
Buffered Optical Fiber
Central Strength Member

OSP FIBER

Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

Applications
•	 Intrabuilding backbones

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Intrabuilding backbone (in conduit)

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

6-12 Fiber
Configuration
18-24 Fiber
Configuration

Flexible 900 µm tight buffered fibers, dielectric aramid yarns
and overall jacket

Jacket

OFNR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
OFNP: FR, low smoke PVC

Performance
Compliance

UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
UL 1666
NFPA 262
Telcordia GR-409, Issue 2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant

•	 Conduit pathways
•	 Service entrance to communication closets

Band marked flexible 900 µm tight buffered fibers, dielectric
aramid yarns, overall jacket and central strength element

NRTL Programs

•	 “Behind-the-shelf” connections

Features

Benefits

•	 Marked in feet and meters

•	 Meets commercial, government
and international requirements
for length markings

Environmental Specifications
Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR
UL, c(UL) Listed OFNP

Riser

Plenum

-40°C to +75°C

-20°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

-20°C to +65°C

-20°C to +65°C

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Listing

Part Number¹

Fiber
Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)
Single Mode

Maximum Tensile Loading
Install
Long Term
lbs (N)
lbs (N)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

OFNR

43006x101

6

0.20 (5.0)

17 (25)

150 (660)

45 (200)

3.0 (75)

2.0 (50)

OFNR

43008x101

8

0.24 (6.0)

20 (30)

150 (660)

45 (200)

3.5 (90)

2.4 (60)

BELL OSP COPPER

OFNR

43012x101

12

0.26 (6.5)

25 (37)

150 (660)

45 (200)

3.8 (98)

2.6 (65)

OFNR

43018xK01

18

0.30 (7.5)

35 (51)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

4.4 (113)

3.0 (75)

OFNR

43024xK01

24

0.33 (8.5)

44 (66)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

5.0 (128)

3.3 (85)

OFNP

44006x101

6

0.20 (5.0)

17 (25)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.0 (75)

2.0 (50)

OFNP

44008x101

8

0.21 (5.4)

19 (28)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.2 (81)

2.1 (54)

OFNP

44012x101

12

0.24 (6.2)

24 (35)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.7 (93)

2.4 (62)

OSP COPPER WIRE

OFNP

44018xK01

18

0.28 (7.0)

33 (49)

150 (660)

45 (200)

4.1 (105)

2.8 (70)

OFNP

44024xK01

24

0.31 (7.8)

42 (62)

150 (660)

45 (200)

4.6 (117)

3.1 (78)

OFNR

43006yG01

6

0.20 (5.0)

17 (25)

150 (660)

45 (200)

3.0 (75)

2.0 (50)

OFNR

43008yG01

8

0.24 (6.0)

20 (30)

150 (660)

45 (200)

3.5 (90)

2.4 (60)

OFNR

43012yG01

12

0.26 (6.5)

25 (37)

150 (660)

45 (200)

3.8 (98)

2.6 (65)

OFNR

43018yK01

18

0.30 (7.5)

35 (51)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

4.4 (113)

3.0 (75)

OFNR

43024yK01

24

0.33 (8.5)

44 (66)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

5.0 (128)

3.3 (85)

OFNP

44006yG01

6

0.20 (5.0)

17 (25)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.0 (75)

2.0 (50)

Multimode

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OFNP

44008yG01

8

0.21 (5.4)

19 (28)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.2 (81)

2.1 (54)

OFNP

44012yG01

12

0.24 (6.2)

24 (35)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.7 (93)

2.4 (62)

OFNP

44018yK01

18

0.28 (7.0)

33 (49)

150 (660)

45 (200)

4.1 (105)

2.8 (70)

OFNP

44024yK01

24

0.31 (7.8)

42 (62)

150 (660)

45 (200)

4.6 (117)

3.1 (78)

Single Mode Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

¹Replace “x” with:
Standard
Jacket Colors

Reduced
Water Peak
3

Zero
Water Peak
2
Yellow

Multimode Optical Fiber
TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant
K

¹Replace “y” with:
Standard
Jacket Colors

TeraGain®
62.5/125
6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150
10G/300
10G/550
A
B
F

Orange

TeraFlex Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150
10G/300
10G/550
M
N
P

Aqua

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

B-6

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

with QuickCount® Marking System

Superior Essex offers premises fiber cable products packaged in a BrakeBox®
design, which includes the innovative QuickCount® footage marking and
a variable resistance system that virtually eliminates reel over-spin and
tangling. The BrakeBox packaging is a true advantage for installers who are
pulling fiber cable in multiple locations. It not only stacks and travels better,
it also protects the fiber cable better than an open reel. The box features two
resistance mechanisms on both sides of the reel, each of which has three
resistance settings. The variable brakes control back-tension preventing
over-spin and tangling. The QuickCount feature provides footage marking on
the cable jacket counting down from 1,000 feet.

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Listing

Part Number¹

Fiber Count

Nominal
Diameter
in (mm)

OFNR
OFNR
OFNR
OFNR
OFNR
OFNP
OFNP
OFNP
OFNP
OFNP

33002xxBB
33004xxBB
43006xxBB
43008xxBB
43012xxBB
34002xxBB
34004xxBB
44006xxBB
44008xxBB
44012xxBB

2
4
6
8
12
2
4
6
8
12

0.20 (5.0)
0.20 (5.0)
0.20 (5.0)
0.24 (6.0)
0.26 (6.5)
0.17 (4.2)
0.17 (4.2)
0.20 (5.0)
0.21 (5.4)
0.24 (6.2)

OFNR
OFNR
OFNR
OFNR
OFNR
OFNP
OFNP
OFNP
OFNP
OFNP

W3002xxBB
W3004xxBB
W3006xxBB
W3008xxBB
W3012xxBB
24002xxBB
24004xxBB
24006xxBB
24008xxBB
24012xxBB

2
4
6
8
12
2
4
6
8
12

0.20 (5.0)
0.20 (5.0)
0.20 (5.0)
0.24 (6.0)
0.26 (6.5)
0.17 (4.2)
0.17 (4.2)
0.20 (5.0)
0.21 (5.4)
0.24 (6.2)

Nominal
Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)
Premises
14 (21)
15 (23)
17 (25)
20 (30)
25 (37)
12 (18)
13 (20)
17 (25)
19 (28)
24 (35)

Maximum Tensile Loading
Install
Long Term
lbs (N)
lbs (N)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

100 (440)
100 (440)
150 (660)
150 (660)
150 (660)
100 (440)
100 (440)
100 (440)
100 (440)
100 (440)

30 (130)
30 (130)
45 (200)
45 (200)
45 (200)
30 (130)
30 (130)
30 (130)
30 (130)
30 (130)

3.0 (75)
3.0 (75)
3.0 (75)
3.5 (90)
3.8 (98)
2.5 (63)
2.5 (63)
3.0 (75)
3.2 (81)
3.7 (93)

2.0 (50)
2.0 (50)
2.0 (50)
2.4 (60)
2.6 (65)
1.7 (42)
1.7 (42)
2.0 (50)
2.1 (54)
2.4 (62)

300 (1,320)
300 (1,320)
300 (1,320)
300 (1,320)
300 (1,320)
150 (660)
150 (660)
150 (660)
150 (660)
150 (660)

90 (400)
90 (400)
90 (400)
90 (400)
90 (400)
45 (200)
45 (200)
45 (200)
45 (200)
45 (200)

3.0 (75)
3.0 (75)
3.0 (75)
3.5 (90)
3.8 (97)
2.5 (63)
2.5 (63)
3.0 (75)
3.2 (81)
3.7 (93)

2.0 (50)
2.0 (50)
2.0 (50)
2.4 (60)
2.6 (65)
1.7 (42)
1.7 (42)
2.0 (50)
2.1 (54)
2.4 (62)

Indoor/Outdoor
15 (22)
15 (23)
17 (25)
21 (31)
25 (38)
11 (17)
14 (20)
17 (25)
19 (28)
24 (35)

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “xx” with:
Premises
Jacket Colors
I/O Jacket Color

Reduced
Water Peak
31

Zero
Water Peak
21
Yellow
Black

Multimode Optical Fiber
TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant
K1

¹Replace “xx” with:
Premises
Jacket Colors

TeraGain®
62.5/125
6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150
10G/300
10G/550
AG
BG
FG

Orange

I/O Jacket Color

TeraFlex Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150
10G/300
10G/550
MG
NG
PG

Aqua
Black

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

B-7

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

NRTL Programs

BELL OSP COPPER

Performance
Compliance

OSP COPPER WIRE

Specifications
UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
UL 1666
NFPA 262
Telcordia GR-409-CORE, Issue 2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant
UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR
UL, c(UL) Listed OFNP

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 Resistance brakes
•	 Available for fiber counts 2-12

Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

TECHNICAL INFO

•	 1,000’ packages

OSP FIBER

•	 Allows installer an immediate,
exact view of unused cable
•	 Protects the cable more than open
reels; avoids damage to material
•	 Reduces cable waste due to left
over short lengths
•	 Prevents over-spin and tangling
•	 Most commonly used fiber counts

Buffered Optical Fiber

OSP COMPOSITE

Benefits

•	 QuickCount countdown
footage markings
•	 Heavy-duty package design

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Features

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Premises Fiber BrakeBox®

PREMISES COPPER

Multi-Unit Distribution
OFNR/OFNP

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Premises Multi-unit Distribution Optical Fiber Cables are constructed using
6 or 12-fiber subunits stranded around a central strength member in a RoHScompliant design for fiber counts from 18 through 144. Standard fibers for
these cables include Reduced Water Peak (RWP) single mode, TeraGain®
220/600 62.5 μm multimode and TeraGain 10G/150 – laser optimized 50 μm
multimode fiber. All fibers exceed industry requirements.
Flame Retardant
PVC Outer Jacket

OSP FIBER

The design consists of flexible 900 μm tight buffered industry standard
250 μm fibers (900/250/125 μm) and is suitable for use with standard
connectors, like the SC, ST, and FC, and small-form-factor connectors like
the LC. Subunits are constructed using dielectric aramid yarns for strength
while maintaining flexibility and are jacketed using the color appropriate
to the type of fiber in the cable. The subunits are then reverse oscillating
lay (ROL) stranded around a flexible high-strength glass reinforced rod
which provides exceptional resistance to dimensional changes due to
temperature. A durable, flame resistant outer jacket is applied over the
cable core using appropriate OFNR or OFNP rated materials.

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket
Buffered Optical Fiber
Central Strength Member
Polyester Tape

OSP COMPOSITE

Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

Applications
•	 Intrabuilding backbones

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Interbuilding backbone (in conduit)
•	 Conduit pathways

Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

18-36 Fiber
Configuration
48-144 Fiber
Configuration

6-fiber subunits, reverse oscillating lay (ROL) stranded
around flexible high-strength glass reinforced rod

Subunit Jacket

OFNR: Flame retardant (FR) PVC
OFNP: FR, low smoke PVC

Jacket

OFNR: FR PVC
OFNP: FR PVDF

Maximum Tensile
Loading lbs (N)
Package

Install: 600 (2,640)
Long Term: 180 (800)

12-fiber subunits, ROL stranded around flexible highstrength glass reinforced rod

•	 Service entrance to communication closets
•	 “Behind-the-shelf” connections

Features

Benefits

•	 Subunits are color coded
according to fiber type

•	 Easily identify fiber type

•	 Numbered subunits

•	 Easily identifies correct
subunit on each end

Reel

BELL OSP COPPER

Performance
Compliance

UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
UL 1666
NFPA 262
Telcordia GR-409-CORE, Issue 2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR
UL, c(UL) Listed OFNP

Environmental Specifications

OSP COPPER WIRE

Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

Riser

Plenum

-20°C to +75°C

-20°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

0°C to +65°C

0°C to +65°C

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

B-8

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

96 (143)

8.1 (206)

5.4 (137)

117 (174)

8.6 (218)

5.7 (146)

OFNR

43030x101

30

0.62 (15.8)

140 (210)

9.3 (236)

6.2 (158)

OFNR

43036x101

36

0.68 (17.4)

171 (255)

10.2 (260)

6.8 (174)

OFNR

43048x101

48

0.69 (17.5)

155 (232)

10.3 (262)

6.9 (175)

OFNR

43060x101

60

0.77 (19.5)

195 (291)

11.5 (292)

7.7 (195)

OFNR

43072x101

72

0.82 (21.0)

233 (348)

12.4 (314)

8.2 (210)

OFNR

43084x101

84

0.92 (23.3)

289 (431)

13.7 (349)

9.2 (233)

OFNR

43096x101

96

0.97 (24.7)

337 (503)

14.6 (370)

9.7 (247)

OFNR

43144x101

144

1.11 (28.3)

362 (540)

16.7 (425)

11.1 (283)

OFNP

44018x101

18

0.54 (13.8)

117 (175)

8.1 (206)

5.4 (138)

OFNP

44024x101

24

0.57 (14.6)

141 (211)

8.6 (219)

5.7 (146)

OFNP

44030x101

30

0.62 (15.8)

176 (262)

9.3 (237)

6.2 (158)

OFNP

44036x101

36

0.69 (17.4)

206 (307)

10.3 (261)

6.9 (174)

OFNP

44048x101

48

0.67 (17.1)

184 (275)

10.1 (257)

6.7 (171)

OFNP

44060x101

60

0.74 (18.9)

229 (341)

11.2 (284)

7.4 (189)

OFNP

44072x101

72

0.81 (20.6)

276 (412)

12.2 (309)

8.1 (206)

OFNP

44096x101

96

0.87 (22.0)

313 (467)

13.0 (330)

8.7 (220)

OFNP

44144x101

144

0.92 (23.4)

318 (474)

13.8 (351)

9.2 (234)

PREMISES FIBER

0.54 (13.7)
0.57 (14.6)

OSP FIBER

18
24

OSP COMPOSITE

43018x101
43024x101

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

OFNR
OFNR

43018yG01

18

0.54 (13.7)

96 (143)

8.1 (206)

5.4 (137)

43024yG01

24

0.57 (14.6)

117 (174)

8.6 (218)

5.7 (146)

OFNR

43030yG01

30

0.62 (15.8)

140 (210)

9.3 (236)

6.2 (158)

OFNR

43036yG01

36

0.68 (17.4)

171 (255)

10.2 (260)

6.8 (174)

OFNR

43048yG01

48

0.69 (17.5)

155 (232)

10.3 (262)

6.9 (175)

OFNR

43060yG01

60

0.77 (19.5)

195 (291)

11.5 (292)

7.7 (195)

OFNR

43072yG01

72

0.82 (21.0)

233 (348)

12.4 (314)

8.2 (210)

OFNR

43084yG01

84

0.92 (23.3)

289 (431)

13.7 (349)

9.2 (233)

OFNR

43096yG01

96

0.97 (24.7)

337 (503)

14.6 (370)

9.7 (247)

OFNR

43144yG01

144

1.11 (28.3)

362 (540)

16.7 (425)

11.1 (283)

OFNP

44018yG01

18

0.54 (13.8)

117 (175)

8.1 (206)

5.4 (138)

OFNP

44024yG01

24

0.57 (14.6)

141 (211)

8.6 (219)

5.7 (146)

OFNP

44030yG01

30

0.62 (15.8)

176 (262)

9.3 (237)

6.2 (158)

OFNP

44036yG01

36

0.69 (17.4)

206 (307)

10.3 (261)

6.9 (174)

OFNP

44048yG01

48

0.67 (17.1)

184 (275)

10.1 (257)

6.7 (171)

OFNP

44060yG01

60

0.74 (18.9)

229 (341)

11.2 (284)

7.4 (189)

OFNP

44072yG01

72

0.81 (20.6)

276 (412)

12.2 (309)

8.1 (206)

OFNP

44096yG01

96

0.87 (22.0)

313 (467)

13.0 (330)

8.7 (220)

OFNP

44144yG01

144

0.92 (23.4)

318 (474)

13.8 (351)

9.2 (234)

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:
Standard
Jacket Colors

Multimode Optical Fiber

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

3

2

K

Yellow

BELL OSP COPPER

OFNR
OFNR

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Multimode

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “y” with:

6

Standard
Jacket Colors

Orange

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125

TeraFlex Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

M

N

P

Aqua

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

B-9

OSP COPPER WIRE

Fiber Count

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

TECHNICAL INFO

Listing

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
Single Mode

PREMISES COPPER

Multi-Unit Distribution OFNR/OFNP

PREMISES COPPER

Indoor/Outdoor Sunlight Resistant
OFNP

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Indoor/Outdoor Sunlight Resistant Tight Buffer Plenum Optical Fiber Cables
are ideally suited for installations that require partial or complete routing of
pathways outside the building. These cables can be installed in conduits,
inner-ducts and steam tunnels, as well as within building riser and plenum
locations. The tight buffer feature of these indoor/outdoor cables eliminates
the need for breakout kits and or other special termination equipment
associated with loose tube Outside Plant (OSP) cables. The outer jacket is
comprised of a rugged UL Listed sunlight resistant polymer that allows for
the cable to be exposed to direct sunlight without the concern of material
degradation and greatly reduces moisture migration.

Flame Retardant and
Sunlight Resistant PVC Jacket
Buffered Optical Fiber

OSP FIBER

Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

Applications
•	 Intrabuilding backbones

OSP COMPOSITE

Specifications

•	 Interbuilding backbone (in conduit)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

2-12 Fiber
Single Unit Design
Configuration
18-36 Fiber
Multi-Unit Design
Configuration
48-72 Fiber
Multi-Unit Design
Configuration

Flexible tight buffer material extruded over fiber to 900 μm
diameter; color coded fibers are combined with dielectic
aramid yarns for strength and water blocking

•	 Conduit pathways

Dry water-blocked 6-fiber sub-units are grouped to form
cable core; core consits of sub-units cabled with
additional strength members and water blocking elements

Features

Benefits

•	 Tested and qualified
to Telcordia GR-409-CORE

•	 Assurance that cable investment
will last

•	 Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
optical performance

Jacket

Single unit: Black, flame retardant (FR), sunlight resistant PVC
Multi-unit: Black, FR, sunlight resistant PVDF

•	 Future-proof fiber performance
for current and future networking
applications

•	 900 μm tight buffered fibers

Package

Plywood reel

•	 Connect directly
to mechanical connectors

Performance
Compliance

UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
NFPA 262
Telcordia GR-409-CORE, Issue 2
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant

•	 Black, UL Listed sunlight
resistant outer jacket

•	 Long periods of direct sunlight
exposure will not damage cable

•	 OFNP water resistant,
indoor/outdoor design

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNP
UL, c(UL) Listed Sunlight Resistant

•	 Eliminates the need to
purchase separate cables
for plenum indoor/outdoor
applications

•	 All dielectric

•	 No additional grounding materials
need to be purchased

•	 Jacket rip cord

•	 Saves time in cable preparation

Dry water-blocked 12-fiber sub-units are grouped to form
cable core; core consists of sub-units cabled with
additional strength members and water blocking elements

Environmental Specifications
Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

•	 Service entrance to communication closets

-20°C to +75°C
-40°C to +75°C
-20°C to +65°C

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Fiber Count

24002xx01

2

0.17 (4.2)

13 (19)

150 (670)

45 (200)

2.5 (63)

1.7 (42)

24004xx01

4

0.17 (4.2)

14 (21)

150 (670)

45 (200)

2.5 (63)

1.7 (42)

24006xx01

6

0.19 (4.9)

17 (25)

150 (670)

45 (200)

2.9 (73)

1.9 (49)

24008xx01

8

0.21 (5.4)

19 (28)

150 (670)

45 (200)

3.2 (81)

2.1 (54)

24012xx01

12

0.25 (6.2)

24 (35)

150 (670)

45 (200)

3.7 (93)

2.5 (62)

24018xx01

18

0.54 (13.8)

117 (175)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

8.1 (206)

5.4 (138)

24024xx01

24

0.57 (14.6)

141 (211)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

8.6 (219)

5.7 (146)

24030xx01

30

0.63 (16.0)

174 (259)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

9.4 (240)

6.3 (160)

24036xx01

36

0.69 (17.4)

206 (307)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

10.3 (261)

6.9 (174)

24048xx01

48

0.67 (17.1)

184 (275)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

10.1 (257)

6.7 (171)

24060xx01

60

0.74 (18.9)

231 (344)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

11.1 (283)

7.4 (189)

24072xx01

72

0.81 (20.6)

277 (413)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

12.2 (309)

8.1 (206)

¹Replace “xx” with:

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number¹

TECHNICAL INFO

Maximum Tensile Loading
Install
Long Term
lbs (N)
lbs (N)

Nominal
Diameter
in (mm)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

31

21

K1

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125

TeraFlex Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

MG

NG

PG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

B-10

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.4

OFNR

Flame Retardant, Chemical and
Sunlight Resistant PVC Jacket
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

•	 Dry or wet locations

Features

Benefits

•	 Exceeds ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
optical performance

•	 Future-proof fiber performance
for current and future multigigabit applications

•	 Dry-block design meets
Telcordia GR-20-CORE water
block requirements

•	 Cable integrity maintained
even if damage occurs to
protective layers

•	 900 μm tight-buffered fibers

•	 Attaches directly
to mechanical connectors

•	 UL/NEC Listed OFNR

•	 Eliminates the need to purchase
separate cables for OSP and
indoor/riser applications

•	 All dielectric

•	 No additional grounding materials
need to be purchased

•	 Jacket rip cord

•	 Saves time in cable preparation

•	 Black, UL Listed sunlight
resistant outer jacket

•	 Long periods of direct sunlight
exposure will not damage cable

2-12 Fiber
Single Unit Design
Configuration
18-36 Fiber
Multi-Unit Design
Configuration
48-144 Fiber
Multi-Unit Design
Configuration
Jacket

Flexible tight buffer material extruded over fiber to 900 μm
diameter; color coded fibers are combined with dielectic
aramid yarns for strength and water blocking
Dry water-blocked 6-fiber sub-units are grouped to form cable
core; core consits of sub-units cabled with additional
strength members and water blocking elements
Dry water-blocked 12-fiber sub-units are grouped to form
cable core; core consists of sub-units cabled with
additional strength members and water blocking elements
Black, flame retardant, chemical and sunlight resistant PVC
UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
UL 1666
Telcordia GR-20-CORE, Issue 3
ANSI/ICEA S-104-696-2001
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant
UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR
UL, c(UL) Listed Sunlight Resistant

Performance
Compliance

NRTL Programs

Environmental Specifications
Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

-40°C to +75°C
-40°C to +75°C
-20°C to +65°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Fiber Count

Nominal
Diameter
in (mm)

W3002xx01
W3004xx01
W3006xx01
W3008xx01
W3012xx01
W3018xx01
W3024xx01
W3030xx01
W3036xx01
W3048xx01
W3060xx01
W3072xx01
W3084xx01
W3096xx01
W3144xx01

2
4
6
8
12
18
24
30
36
48
60
72
84
96
144

0.20 (5.0)
0.20 (5.0)
0.20 (5.0)
0.24 (6.0)
0.26 (6.5)
0.55 (14.1)
0.59 (14.9)
0.63 (16.1)
0.70 (17.7)
0.70 (17.8)
0.78 (19.8)
0.84 (21.3)
0.91 (23.2)
0.98 (25.0)
1.11 (28.3)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)
14 (21)
15 (23)
16 (23)
21 (31)
25 (38)
100 (149)
122 (182)
147 (220)
179 (267)
161 (241)
204 (304)
243 (362)
294 (439)
345 (515)
375 (559)

Maximum Tensile Loading
Install
Long Term
lbs (N)
lbs (N)
300 (1,340)
300 (1,340)
300 (1,340)
300 (1,340)
300 (1,340)
600 (2,700)
600 (2,700)
600 (2,700)
600 (2,700)
600 (2,700)
600 (2,700)
600 (2,700)
600 (2,700)
600 (2,700)
600 (2,700)

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “xx” with:

Reduced
Water Peak
31

Zero
Water Peak
21

90 (400)
90 (400)
90 (400)
90 (400)
90 (400)
180 (800)
180 (800)
180 (800)
180 (800)
180 (800)
180 (800)
180 (800)
180 (800)
180 (800)
180 (800)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)
3.0 (75)
3.0 (75)
3.0 (75)
3.5 (90)
3.8 (97)
8.3 (211)
8.8 (224)
9.5 (242)
10.5 (266)
10.5 (267)
11.7 (297)
12.6 (320)
13.7 (347)
14.8 (375)
16.7 (425)

2.0 (50)
2.0 (50)
2.0 (50)
2.4 (60)
2.6 (65)
5.5 (141)
5.9 (149)
6.3 (161)
7.0 (177)
7.0 (178)
7.8 (198)
8.4 (213)
9.1 (232)
9.8 (250)
11.1 (283)

Multimode Optical Fiber
TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant
K1

¹Replace “xx” with:

TeraGain®
62.5/125
6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150
10G/300
10G/550
AG
BG
FG

TeraFlex Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150
10G/300
10G/550
MG
NG
PG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

B-11

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications

•	 Trench/conduit/duct/tray pathways

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Rip Cord

•	 Intra/inter-building backbones

BELL OSP COPPER

Applications

OSP COPPER WIRE

Water Blocking Tape
Water Blocking Dielectric
Aramid Strength Members

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Central Strength Member

OSP COMPOSITE

OSP FIBER

Buffered Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

The Dry Block, Sunlight Resistant Indoor/Outdoor Tight Buffer Riser Rated
Cable line offers the system designer the ultimate in premises optical fiber
cable utility. These cables can be installed in open spaces, trays, conduits,
inner-ducts, trenches, steam tunnels and building riser locations. These
cables incorporate the latest in dry water blocking technology. This system
of water blocking eliminates the need to clean off the traditional gel-based
water blocking compounds found in loose-tube cables. In addition, breakout
kits and or other special termination equipment associated with loose tube
Outside Plant (OSP) cables are not required. The outer jacket is comprised
of a rugged UL Listed, sunlight resistant, black polymer that allows for the
cable to be exposed to long-term direct sunlight without the concern of
material degradation. All fiber types are available, including 50/125 μm,
62.5/125 μm and single mode.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Dry Block/Sunlight Resistant Indoor/Outdoor

PREMISES COPPER

Dry Block/Sunlight Resistant Indoor/Outdoor
OFNP

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

The Superior Essex Indoor/Outdoor Plenum Single Mode Fiber cable is
designed to survive the toughest installation and environmental conditions.
Not only does the cable exceed the rigorous Indoor/Outdoor plenum cable
performance requirements of ICEA 696, but its proprietary thermoplastic
jacket makes the cable resistant to mechanical abrasion, chemicals, oil and
sunlight. The cable core consists of 6, 8 or 12 single mode fibers. GRP and
aramid yarn dielectric strength elements give the cable both strength and
flexibility and the core is fully water-blocking using dry SAP technology. The
cable is available in all single mode fiber types, including Zero Water Peak
single mode and Non-Zero Dispersion Shifted single mode fibers.

Oil, Abrasion, Chemical
and Sunlight Resistant
Thermoplastic Jacket
Central Strength Element
Buffered Optical Fiber

Applications

Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

•	 Intra/inter-building backbones

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Conduit/duct/tray pathways
•	 Dry or wet locations

Specifications
6, 8 or 12 optical fibers surrounding dielectric strength
elements with
an overall jacket

Configuration
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Fiber Type
Dielectric
Strength Elements
Water-Blocking

900 micron tight buffered 250 micron optical fiber

Jacket Material

Oil, chemical, abrasion and UV resistant plenum grade
thermoplastic

Jacket Color
Maximum Tensile
Loading lbs (N)

Standard OSP black

Maximum
Attenuation dB/km

@ 1300 nm: 0.7
@ 1380 nm: 0.7
@ 1550 nm: 0.7

Package

Plywood reel

Performance
Compliance

UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
NFPA 262
ANSI/ICEA S-104-696-2001
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNP
UL, c(UL) Listed Sunlight Resistant

Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP)
and aramid yarns
SAP Dry Block

Install: 300 (1,340)
Long Term: 90 (400)

Features

Benefits

•	 900 micron tight buffered
optical fibers

•	 Allows for either fusion
or mechanical connectors

•	 Full water blocking
with SAP DryBlock

•	 Prevents water ingress
from OSP splice enclosures

•	 Tough, thermoplastic jacket

•	 Abrasion, chemical,
oil and sunlight resistant

•	 Meets or exceeds
ANSI/ICEA S-104-696-2001

•	 Worry-free installation
and performance

•	 Plenum (OFNP) rated designs

•	 Plenum listing allows for cable
placement in both plenum and
riser spaces

•	 Available in all single mode
optical fiber types

•	 Choose the single mode fiber you
need for long distance and shorthaul FTTx applications

Environmental Specifications

OSP COPPER WIRE

Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-40°C to +70°C
0°C to +60°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Minimum Bend Radius
in (mm)
Install
Long Term

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

W4006xx01

6

0.23 (5.9)

26 (39)

9.3 (236)

4.6 (118)

W4008xx01

8

0.26 (6.7)

32 (47)

10.6 (268)

5.3 (134)

W4012xx01

12

0.30 (7.5)

41 (62)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

Single Mode Optical Fiber
Reduced
Water Peak
¹Replace “xx” with:

TECHNICAL INFO

Standard Jacket Colors

31

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

21

K1

Yellow

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

B-12

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.7

Product Features
CableID™ Alpha Numeric Coding
•	 Unique	4-character	printed	code,	every	2	feet,	on	the	cable	
jacket	for	each	1000-foot	box	and	reel	of	copper	data	cable
•	 Both	ends	of	each	cable	run	are	easily	identifiable	without	
the	need	to	separately	label	or	tone	the	cable
•	 Reduces	installation	time	and	cost	for	initial	installations	
and	for	moves,	adds	and	changes
™

ColorTip Circuit Identification
•	 Circumferentially	colors	100%	of	the	conductor	for	easily	
identifiable	tip	and	ring	mates
•	 Distinct	colors	reduces	termination	time	and	errors,		
even	in	low	light	environments
•	 Permanent,	environmentally	friendly	color	that	doesn’t		
rub	or	wear	off

QuickCount® Feet/Meters Marking
•	 Jacket	marking	in	feet	and	meters
•	 Provides	remaining	length	of	cable	on	reel	removing		
the	guesswork	for	cable	installers
•	 Saves	installation	time	and	money

Standard Jacket Colors
•	 Extensive,	in-stock	jacket	color	offering	in	many		
of	the	premises	copper	products
•	 Most	colors	available	with	no	minimum	quantity	and	
custom	colors	available	upon	request	with	minimum		
order	quantities

BrakeBox® Payout Control
The	BrakeBox	packaging	is	a	true	advantage	for	installers	
who	are	pulling	cable	in	multiple	locations.
•	 Stacks,	travels	and	protects	cable	better	than	an	open	reel
•	 Two	resistance	mechanisms	on	both	sides	of	the	box,		
each	with	three	variable	resistance	settings
•	 Controls	back-tension	preventing	over-spin	and	tangling

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

PREMISES COPPER

Hybrid

Premises Fiber OFNR/OFNP
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

Superior Essex offers a broad line of products including multimode and
single mode fibers within the same optical fiber cable. The use of hybrid
fiber designs have proven useful to network systems designers because they
offer the flexibility to run diverse applications upgrades without the need to
install new cables. Superior Essex hybrid optical fiber cables are available in
stranded tight buffer premises distribution cables, as well as all other loose
tube cable product designs. Hybrid cables are used for standard campus
networking applications and can be manufactured with a wide variety of fiber
type combinations. They will save the designer and the customer significant
costs over the lifetime of the physical cable plant.

Flame Retardant
PVC Outer Jacket
Flame Retardant PVC Jacket
Buffered Optical Fiber

Single mode fibers are assigned first in the color and/or sub-unit scheme.
Multimode fibers are assigned remaining colors and/or sub-units.

Central Strength Member

OSP COMPOSITE

Water Blocking Tape

Applications

Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

•	 Intrabuilding backbones
•	 Interbuilding backbone (in conduit)
•	 Conduit pathways
•	 Service entrance to communication closets

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Tight Buffer
Configuration

Flexible tight buffer material extruded over the fiber to a
diameter of 900 μm for use with standard connectors;
dielectric aramid yarns are applied for additional
strength and covered with a flame retardant PVC jacket

Outer Jacket

Premises: Flame retardant (FR), chemical resistant PVC
Indoor/Outdoor: Black, FR, chemical resistant and
sunlight resistant PVC

Package

Reel

Performance
Compliance

UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
UL 1666
NFPA 262
Premises: Telcordia GR-409-CORE, Issue 2
and ANSI/ICEA S-83-596
Indoor/Outdoor: Telcordia GR-20-CORE, Issue 3
and ANSI/ICEA S-104-696
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR
UL, c(UL) Listed OFNP

Features

Benefits

•	 Telcordia GR-409-CORE and
GR-20-CORE qualified designs

•	 Most cost-effective cables
for the varied applications

®

•	 TeraGain multimode and
single mode under one jacket

•	 Eliminates the need for additional
pathway space for different
cable types

•	 Compliant with ANSI/TIA-568-C.3

•	 Assures compliance for all
current networking applications

•	 Design options include: interlock
armored, indoor/outdoor, tight
buffered riser and plenum

•	 Cable designs available
for every application

•	 Subunits are color coded
according to fiber type

•	 Easily identify fiber type

Environmental Specifications

OSP COPPER WIRE

Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

-40°C to +75°C
-40°C to +75°C
-20°C to +65°C

Single Mode Optical Fiber
Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

Multimode Optical Fiber
TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

TeraGain®
62.5/125

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Premises
Jacket Colors

Yellow

Premises
Jacket Colors

I/O Jacket Color

Black

I/O Jacket Color

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

Orange

TeraFlex Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

Aqua
Black

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

B-14

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

4

-

4

0.24 (6.0)

20 (30)

150 (660)

45 (200)

3.5 (90)

2.4 (60)

43012HGA1

6

6

-

0.26 (6.5)

25 (37)

150 (660)

45 (200)

3.8 (98)

2.6 (65)

OFNR

43012HGC1

6

-

6

0.26 (6.5)

25 (37)

150 (660)

45 (200)

3.8 (98)

2.6 (65)

OFNR

43024HK1Q

12

12

-

0.33 (8.5)

44 (66)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

5.0 (128)

3.3 (85)

OFNR

43024HKB1

12

-

12

0.33 (8.5)

44 (66)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

5.0 (128)

3.3 (85)

OFNP

44008HGA1

2

6

-

0.21 (5.4)

19 (28)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.2 (81)

2.1 (54)

OFNP

44008HGB1

4

-

4

0.21 (5.4)

19 (28)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.2 (81)

2.1 (54)

OFNP

44012HGA1

6

6

-

0.24 (6.2)

24 (35)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.7 (93)

2.4 (62)

OFNP

44012HGC1

6

-

6

0.24 (6.2)

24 (35)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.7 (93)

2.4 (62)

OFNP

44012HKA1

6

-

6

0.24 (6.2)

24 (35)

100 (440)

30 (130)

3.7 (93)

2.4 (62)

OFNP

44024HKA1

12

12

-

0.31 (7.8)

42 (62)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

4.6 (117)

3.1 (78)

Multi-Unit Premises Distribution
OFNR

43018HGA1

6

12

-

0.54 (13.7)

96 (143)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

8.1 (206)

5.4 (137)

OFNR

43024HGA1

12

12

-

0.57 (14.6)

117 (174)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

8.6 (218)

5.7 (146)

OFNR

43024HGB1

6

18

-

0.57 (14.6)

117 (174)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

8.6 (218)

5.7 (146)

OFNR

43036HG01

12

24

-

0.68 (17.4)

171 (255)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

10.2 (260)

6.8 (174)

OFNR

43036HGB1

24

12

-

0.68 (17.4)

171 (255)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

10.2 (260)

6.8 (174)

OFNR

43036HGC1

18

18

-

0.68 (17.4)

171 (255)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

10.2 (260)

6.8 (174)

OFNR

43048HGB1

24

24

-

0.69 (17.5)

155 (232)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

10.3 (262)

6.9 (175)

OFNR

43048HGD1

12

36

-

0.69 (17.5)

155 (232)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

10.3 (262)

6.9 (175)

OFNR

43048HGC1

24

-

24

0.69 (17.5)

155 (232)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

10.3 (262)

6.9 (175)

OFNR

43060HGA1

12

48

-

0.77 (19.5)

195 (291)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

11.5 (292)

7.7 (195)

OFNR

43060HGC1

24

36

-

0.77 (19.5)

195 (291)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

11.5 (292)

7.7 (195)

OFNR

43072HGA1

24

48

-

0.82 (21.0)

233 (348)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

12.4 (314)

8.2 (210)

OFNR

43072HGC1

36

36

-

0.82 (21.0)

233 (348)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

12.4 (314)

8.2 (210)

OFNR

43096HGA1

48

-

48

0.97 (24.7)

337 (503)

300 (1,320)

90 (400)

14.6 (370)

9.7 (247)

OFNP

44018HGA1

6

12

-

0.54 (13.8)

117 (175)

150 (660)

45 (200)

8.1 (206)

5.4 (138)

OFNP

44024HGC1

12

12

-

0.57 (14.6)

141 (211)

150 (660)

45 (200)

8.6 (219)

5.7 (146)

OFNP

44024HGD1

6

18

-

0.57 (14.6)

141 (211)

150 (660)

45 (200)

8.6 (219)

5.7 (146)

OFNP

44024HGG1

12

-

12

0.57 (14.6)

141 (211)

150 (660)

45 (200)

8.6 (219)

5.7 (146)

OFNP

44036HGA1

12

24

-

0.69 (17.4)

206 (307)

150 (660)

45 (200)

10.3 (261)

6.9 (174)

OFNP

44036HGC1

18

18

-

0.69 (17.4)

206 (307)

150 (660)

45 (200)

10.3 (261)

6.9 (174)

OFNP

44048HGA1

12

36

-

0.67 (17.1)

184 (275)

150 (660)

45 (200)

10.1 (257)

6.7 (171)

OFNP

44048HGC1

24

24

-

0.67 (17.1)

184 (275)

150 (660)

45 (200)

10.1 (257)

6.7 (171)

OFNP

44060HGA1

12

48

-

0.74 (18.9)

229 (341)

150 (660)

45 (200)

11.2 (284)

7.4 (189)

OFNP

44060HGC1

24

36

-

0.74 (18.9)

229 (341)

150 (660)

45 (200)

11.2 (284)

7.4 (189)

OFNP

44072HGA1

24

48

-

0.81 (20.6)

276 (412)

150 (660)

45 (200)

12.2 (309)

8.1 (206)

OFNP

44072HGC1

36

36

-

0.81 (20.6)

276 (412)

150 (660)

45 (200)

12.2 (309)

8.1 (206)

Single Unit Indoor/Outdoor Tight Buffer
OFNR

W3012HGB1

6

6

-

0.26 (6.5)

25 (38)

300 (1,335)

90 (400)

3.8 (97)

2.6 (65)

OFNR

W3012HGD1

6

-

6

0.26 (6.5)

25 (38)

300 (1,335)

90 (400)

3.8 (97)

2.6 (65)

Multi-Unit Indoor/Outdoor Tight Buffer
OFNR

W3018HGA1

6

12

-

0.55 (14.1)

102 (152)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

8.3 (211)

5.5 (141)

OFNR

W3024HGA1

6

18

-

0.59 (14.9)

123 (184)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

8.8 (224)

5.9 (149)

OFNR

W3024HGC1

12

12

-

0.59 (14.9)

123 (184)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

8.8 (224)

5.9 (149)

OFNR

W3024HGE1

12

-

12

0.59 (14.9)

123 (184)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

8.8 (224)

5.9 (149)

OFNR

W3036HGA1

12

24

-

0.70 (17.7)

179 (267)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

10.5 (266)

7.0 (177)

OFNR

W3036HGC1

18

18

-

0.70 (17.7)

179 (267)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

10.5 (266)

7.0 (177)

OFNR

W3036HGE1

24

12

-

0.70 (17.7)

179 (267)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

10.5 (266)

7.0 (177)

OFNR

W3048HGE1

12

36

-

0.70 (17.8)

162 (242)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

10.5 (267)

7.0 (178)

OFNR

W3048HGC1

24

24

-

0.70 (17.8)

162 (242)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

10.5 (267)

7.0 (178)

OFNR

W3048HGB1

24

-

24

0.70 (17.8)

162 (242)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

10.5 (267)

7.0 (178)

OFNR

W3060HGA1

12

48

-

0.78 (19.8)

204 (304)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

11.7 (297)

7.8 (198)

OFNR

W3072HGA1

24

48

-

0.84 (21.3)

243 (362)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

12.6 (320)

8.4 (213)

OFNR

W3072HGC1

36

36

-

0.84 (21.3)

243 (362)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

12.6 (320)

8.4 (213)

OFNR

W3096HGA1

48

48

-

0.98 (25.0)

345 (515)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

14.8 (375)

9.8 (250)

OFNR

W3096HGB1

48

-

48

0.98 (25.0)

345 (515)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

14.8 (375)

9.8 (250)

OFNR

W3144HGC1

72

72

-

1.11 (28.3)

375 (559)

600 (2,640)

180 (800)

16.7 (425)

11.1 (283)

Other configurations available upon request. See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

B-15

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

43008HGA1

OFNR

OSP FIBER

OFNR

OSP COMPOSITE

RWP SMF

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Listing

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

BELL OSP COPPER

Maximum Tensile Loading
Install
Long Term
lbs (N)
lbs (N)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Nominal
Nominal
®
Weight
Diameter
TeraGain
lbs/kft (kg/km)
in (mm)
10G/300
Single Unit Premises Distribution

Part
Number

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Fiber Count
TeraGain®
62.5/125

TECHNICAL INFO

Hybrid Premises Fiber OFNR/OFNP

PREMISES COPPER

Interlock Armored
Premises Fiber OFCR/OFCP

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Interlock Armored Optical Fiber Cables provide for an extremely well
protected cable package ideally suited for harsh environments. The armor
is available in aluminum or steel and comes with either an OFCR (riser) or
OFCP (plenum) rating. This design offers the system designer a product that
can be installed in high traffic areas where added mechanical protection
and security are required. The flexible interlock armored cable design is
also popular for retrofit applications and eliminates the need to install rigid
conduit while still meeting building code guidelines.

Flame Retardant
PVC Outer Jackets

OSP FIBER

Aluminum or Steel
Interlocked Armor

Applications
•	 Intrabuilding backbones

Flame Retardant PVC Jacket

•	 Conduit pathways

Central Strength Member

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Service entrance to communication closets

Buffered Optical Fiber
Dielectric Aramid
Strength Members

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Features

Benefits

•	 Thick, flexible metallic armor

•	 Reduce incidences of circuit
disruption due to rodents or
mechanically abusive applications

•	 Flame retardant,
UL Listed designs

•	 Eliminates the need for multiple
cables for installation

•	 Full line of Superior Essex
cables available

•	 Customized designs reduces
cable inventory requirements

Polyester Tape (Premises) or
Water Blocking Tape (I/O)

Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Core Configuration

Available using 33, 34, 43, 44 and W3 series products

Interlock Armored

Flexible, heavy duty interlocking aluminum or steel tape
helically applied over the inner cable core; further
protection is provided by an optional flame retardant
outer jacket

Outer Jacket

Premises: Flame retardant (FR), chemical resistant PVC
Indoor/Outdoor: Black, FR, chemical resistant and
sunlight resistant PVC

Performance
Compliance

UL 1651
CSA C22.2 No. 232
UL 1666
NFPA 262
Telcordia GR-409-CORE, Issue 2
ANSI/ICEA S-83-596
ANSI/ICEA S-104-696
ANSI/TIA-568-C.3
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFCR
UL, c(UL) Listed OFCP

Environmental Specifications

OSP COPPER WIRE

Operation
Storage/Shipping
Installation

Riser

Plenum

-40°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

-40°C to +75°C

-20°C to +65°C

-20°C to +65°C

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

B-16

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.6

0.54 (13.8)

89 (133)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (207)

5 (138)

0.54 (13.8)

90 (135)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (207)

5 (138)

OFCR

L3006x401

6

0.54 (13.8)

92 (137)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (207)

5 (138)

OFCR

L3008x401

8

0.54 (13.8)

94 (140)

287 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (207)

5 (138)

OFCR

L3012x401

12

0.62 (15.7)

112 (167)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

9 (236)

6 (157)

OFCR

L3018xK1Q

18

0.66 (16.8)

135 (201)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

10 (251)

7 (168)

OFCR

L3024xK1Q

24

0.70 (17.8)

158 (236)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

11 (267)

7 (178)

OFCP

L4002x301

2

0.50 (12.7)

82 (123)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (191)

5 (127)

OFCP

L4004x301

4

0.50 (12.7)

84 (125)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (191)

5 (127)

OFCP

L4006x401

6

0.50 (12.7)

87 (130)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (191)

5 (127)

OFCP

L4012x401

12

0.55 (13.9)

104 (155)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (209)

5 (139)

OFCP

L4018xK1Q

18

0.59 (15.1)

96 (143)

228 (400)

150 (670)

45 (200)

9 (227)

6 (151)

OFCP

L4024xK1Q

24

0.59 (15.1)

88 (132)

228 (400)

150 (670)

45 (200)

9 (227)

6 (151)

Multi-Unit Tight Buffer
OFCR

L3018x401

18

0.95 (24.1)

240 (358)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

14 (362)

9 (241)

OFCR

L3024x401

24

0.95 (24.1)

283 (422)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

14 (362)

9 (241)

OFCR

L3036x401

36

1.05 (26.7)

352 (525)

171 (300)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

16 (400)

10 (267)

OFCR

L3048x401

48

1.05 (26.8)

341 (508)

171 (300)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

16 (401)

11 (268)

OFCR

L3072x401

72

1.23 (31.2)

468 (699)

171 (300)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

18 (468)

12 (312)

OFCR

L3096x401

96

1.38 (35.1)

611 (912)

171 (300)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

21 (527)

14 (351)
15 (376)

OFCR

L3144x401

144

1.48 (37.6)

651 (971)

171 (300)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

22 (564)

OFCP

L4018x401

18

0.85 (21.7)

249 (372)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

13 (325)

9 (217)

OFCP

L4024x401

24

0.90 (22.8)

278 (414)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

13 (343)

9 (228)

OFCP

L4036x401

36

1.02 (25.8)

376 (561)

171 (300)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

15 (387)

10 (258)

OFCP

L4048x401

48

1.02 (25.8)

353 (526)

171 (300)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

15 (387)

10 (258)

OFCP

L4072x401

72

1.19 (30.3)

494 (736)

171 (300)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

18 (455)

12 (303)

Single Unit Indoor/Outdoor Tight Buffer
OFCR

L3002xW01

2

0.54 (13.8)

89 (133)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (207)

5 (138)

OFCR

L3004xW01

4

0.54 (13.8)

90 (135)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (207)

5 (138)

OFCR

L3006xW01

6

0.54 (13.8)

92 (137)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (207)

5 (138)

OFCR

L3012xW01

12

0.62 (15.7)

112 (167)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

9 (236)

6 (157)

OFCP

L4002x201

2

0.50 (12.7)

82 (123)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (191)

5 (127)

OFCP

L4004x201

4

0.50 (12.7)

84 (125)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (191)

5 (127)

OFCP

L4006x201

6

0.50 (12.7)

87 (130)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (191)

5 (127)

OFCP

L4012x201

12

0.55 (13.9)

104 (155)

286 (500)

150 (670)

45 (200)

8 (209)

5 (139)

OFCR

L3018xW01

18

0.95 (24.1)

248 (370)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

14 (362)

9 (241)

OFCR

L3024xW01

24

0.95 (24.1)

283 (422)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

14 (362)

9 (241)

Multi-Unit Indoor/Outdoor Tight Buffer

OFCR

L3036xW01

36

1.05 (26.7)

352 (525)

171 (300)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

16 (400)

10 (267)

OFCR

L3048xW01

48

1.05 (26.8)

341 (508)

171 (300)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

16 (401)

11 (268)

OFCR

L3072xW01

72

1.23 (31.2)

468 (699)

171 (300)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

18 (468)

12 (312)

OFCR

L3096xW01

96

1.38 (35.1)

611 (912)

171 (300)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

21 (527)

14 (351)
15 (376)

OFCR

L3144xW01

144

1.48 (37.6)

651 (971)

171 (300)

600 (2,700)

180 (800)

22 (564)

OFCP

L4018x201

18

0.85 (21.7)

249 (372)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

13 (325)

9 (217)

OFCP

L4024x201

24

0.90 (22.8)

278 (414)

228 (400)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

13 (343)

9 (228)

OFCP

L4036x201

36

1.02 (25.8)

376 (561)

171 (300)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

15 (387)

10 (258)

OFCP

L4048x201

48

1.02 (25.8)

353 (526)

171 (300)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

15 (387)

10 (258)

OFCP

L4072x201

72

1.19 (30.3)

494 (736)

171 (300)

300 (1,340)

90 (400)

18 (455)

12 (303)

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:
Premises
Jacket Colors
I/O Jacket Color

Reduced
Water Peak
3

Zero
Water Peak
2
Yellow
Black

Multimode Optical Fiber
TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant
K

¹Replace “x” with:
Premises
Jacket Colors

TeraGain®
62.5/125
6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150
10G/300
10G/550
A
B
F

Orange

I/O Jacket Color

TeraFlex Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150
10G/300
10G/550
M
N
P

Aqua
Black

¹Part numbers listed above include aluminum interlock armored. Steel interlock armored available upon request.
See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.6

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

B-17

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

2
4

OSP FIBER

L3002x301
L3004x301

OSP COMPOSITE

OFCR
OFCR

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Maximum Tensile Loading
Install
Long Term
lbs (N)
lbs (N)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

Maximum
Compression
Nominal Weight
lbf/in (N/cm)
lbs/kft (kg/km)
Single Unit Tight Buffer

OSP COPPER WIRE

Listing

Fiber
Count

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Nominal
Diameter
in (mm)

TECHNICAL INFO

Interlock Armored Premises Fiber OFCR/OFCP

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-1

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE

Loose Tube Single Jacket All Dielectric Series 11  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
Loose Tube Double Jacket Non-Armor Series 1G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3
Loose Tube Single Jacket Single Armor Series 12  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4
Loose Tube Double Jacket Single Armor Series 1A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-5
Loose Tube Double Jacket Double Armor Series 1D  . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-6
Loose Tube Triple Jacket Double Armor Series 1C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-7
Loose Tube Single Jacket Self Support Series 11M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-8
Loose Tube Double Jacket Self Support Series 1GM . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-9
Loose Tube Single Jacket Single Armor Self Support Series 12M  . . C-10
Loose Tube Double Jacket Single Armor Self Support Series 1AM  . C-11
Loose Tube Single Jacket All Dielectric Nylon Series 1NY . . . . . . . C-12
ADSS 100 Series 1F100  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-13
ADSS 200 Series 1F200  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-14
ADSS 400 Series 1F400  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-15
Single Loose Tube All Dielectric Series 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-16
Single Loose Tube Single Armor Series 52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-17
Single Flex Tube All Dielectric Series F1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-18
Single Flex Tube Single Armor Series F2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-19
Flex Tube Locate Series FM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-20
Ribbon Locate Series RM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-21
Loose Tube Indoor/Outdoor OFNR Series 13  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-22
Interlock Armored OSP Fiber OFCR Series 13I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-23
Single Loose Tube Indoor/Outdoor OFNR Series 53  . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-24
Heavy Duty Loose Tube OFNR Series 1H  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-25
Loose Tube 12 AWG Composite Series 1N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-26
UG FTTP Series 513 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-27
Buried FTTP Steel Armor Series 52S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-28
Buried FTTP Aluminum Armor Series 523 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-29
Buried Drop Composite Aluminum Armor Series 72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-30
Buried Drop Composite Steel Armor Series 72S  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-31
Toneable Drop FTTP Series 571Q  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-32
Universal Drop FTTP Series 570Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-33
Universal FTTP OFNR Series 57R  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-34
Toneable FTTP OFCR Series 57CR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-35
Figure 8 FTTP Series 573Q  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-36
FTTP Tight Buffered Indoor/Outdoor Drop Series W7 . . . . . . . . . . . . C-37
®
Dri-Lite Ribbon Series R1D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-38
®
Dri-Lite Ribbon Single Armor Series R2D  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-39
Stranded Tube Ribbon Single Armor Series S2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-41
Single Tube Ribbon Series R1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-42
Single Tube Ribbon Single Armor Series R2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-43

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Table of Contents

TECHNICAL INFO

OSP FIBER

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Single Jacket All Dielectric
Series 11

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) environments. The rugged loose tube design offers reliable
transmission performance over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers
are placed inside filled buffer tubes containing PFM™ gel. The core is
constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using
a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped with flexible strength
members covered with a water blocking tape, then encased with a black
jacket. A rip cord is included under the jacket for ease of entry.

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube
Water Blocking Tape

OSP FIBER

Central Strength Member

Applications

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Underground duct and lashed aerial
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

Rip Cord

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

OSP COMPOSITE

UV Resistant Jacket

Features

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 288-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 288-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Central strength members
available in metallic or dielectric

•	 Metallic option offers ease
of location, dielectric design
eliminates grounding issues

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Standard tube size
for all fiber counts

•	 Reduces the number
of tools required

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and cleanup

Environmental Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

11006xx01

6

0.43 (10.9)

50 (75)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

11012xx01

12

0.43 (10.9)

50 (75)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

BELL OSP COPPER

11024xx01

24

0.43 (10.9)

50 (75)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

11036xx01

36

0.43 (10.9)

50 (75)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

11048xx01

48

0.43 (10.9)

50 (75)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

11072xx01

72

0.47 (12.0)

66 (99)

9.4 (239)

4.7 (119)

11096xx01

96

0.55 (13.9)

87 (130)

11.0 (279)

5.5 (140)

11144xx01

144

0.69 (17.5)

142 (211)

13.8 (351)

6.9 (175)

OSP COPPER WIRE

11216xx01

216

0.72 (18.3)

141 (209)

14.4 (366)

7.2 (183)

11288xx01

288

0.81 (20.5)

183 (272)

16.2 (411)

8.1 (206)

Part Number Designators
1

1

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

product family

fiber count (006-288)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

TECHNICAL INFO

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 1G

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube
Water Blocking Tape
Central Strength Member

•	 Underground duct and lashed aerial
•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

OSP COMPOSITE

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cables

Benefits

UV Resistant Inner Jacket

•	 Available with up to 288-fiber

•	 High fiber density

UV Resistant Outer Jacket

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Central strength members
available in metallic or dielectric

•	 Metallic option offers ease
of location, dielectric design
eliminates grounding issues

Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 288-fiber

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

•	 Standard tube size
for all fiber counts

•	 Reduces the number
of tools required

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Rip Cords

Features

Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

1G006xx01

6

0.53 (13.5)

84 (124)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G012xx01

12

0.53 (13.5)

84 (124)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G024xx01

24

0.53 (13.5)

84 (124)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G036xx01

36

0.53 (13.5)

84 (124)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G048xx01

48

0.53 (13.5)

84 (124)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G072xx01

72

0.57 (14.6)

99 (147)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1G096xx01

96

0.64 (16.3)

121 (181)

12.8 (325)

6.4 (163)

1G144xx01

144

0.78 (19.9)

185 (275)

15.6 (396)

7.8 (198)

1G216xx01

216

0.81 (20.7)

216 (321)

16.2 (411)

8.1 (206)

1G288xx01

288

0.90 (22.9)

283 (421)

18.0 (457)

9.0 (229)

BELL OSP COPPER

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Part Number Designators
1

G

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-288)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant NZDS

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-3

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Applications

TECHNICAL INFO

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) environments. The rugged loose tube design offers reliable
transmission performance over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers
are placed inside filled buffer tubes containing PFM™ gel. The core is
constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using
a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped with flexible strength
members covered with a water blocking tape, then encased with a black
inner jacket. Water blocking yarns and a black outer jacket are applied. Rip
cords are included under each jacket for ease of entry.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Double Jacket Non-Armor

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Single Jacket Single Armor
Series 12

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) environments. The rugged loose tube design offers reliable
transmission performance over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers
are placed inside filled buffer tubes containing PFM™ gel. The core is
constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using
a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped with flexible strength
members covered with a water blocking tape. A corrugated steel armor is
applied and then encased with a black jacket. Rip cords are included under
the armor for ease of entry.

Corrugated Steel Armor
Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube

OSP FIBER

Water Blocking Tape
Central Strength Member

Applications

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Direct bury, underground duct and lashed aerial
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

Rip Cords

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

UV Resistant Jacket

Features
Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 288-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 288-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Standard tube size
for all fiber counts

•	 Reduces the number
of tools required

•	 Corrugated steel armor

•	 Improves compressive strength
and rodent protection

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

Environmental Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

BELL OSP COPPER

12006xx01

6

0.48 (12.2)

91 (136)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12012xx01

12

0.48 (12.2)

91 (136)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12024xx01

24

0.48 (12.2)

91 (136)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12036xx01

36

0.48 (12.2)

91 (136)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12048xx01

48

0.48 (12.2)

91 (136)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12072xx01

72

0.53 (13.3)

108 (161)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

12096xx01

96

0.63 (16.0)

148 (220)

12.6 (320)

6.3 (160)

12144xx01

144

0.77 (19.7)

220 (328)

15.4 (391)

7.7 (196)

OSP COPPER WIRE

12216xx01

216

0.81 (20.5)

228 (339)

16.2 (411)

8.1 (206)

12288xx01

288

0.89 (22.7)

274 (408)

17.0 (452)

8.9 (226)

Part Number Designators
1

2

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

product family

fiber count (006-288)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant NZDS

TECHNICAL INFO

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 1A

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) environments. The rugged loose tube design offers reliable
transmission performance over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers
are placed inside filled buffer tubes containing PFM™ gel. The core is
constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using
a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped with flexible strength
members covered with a water blocking tape then encased with a black
inner jacket. Water blocking yarns and a corrugated steel armor are applied
and a black outer jacket completes the cable construction. Rip cords are
included under the inner jacket and armor for ease of entry.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

Corrugated Steel Armor
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube
Water Blocking Tape
Central Strength Member

Applications
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cables

OSP COMPOSITE

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Direct bury, underground duct and lashed aerial

Rip Cords

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

UV Resistant Inner Jacket

Features

Benefits

UV Resistant Outer Jacket

•	 Available with up to 288-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Standard tube size
for all fiber counts

•	 Reduces the number
of tools required

•	 Corrugated steel armor

•	 Improves compressive strength
and rodent protection

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

Available in 6-fiber up to 288-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Fiber Count

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

6

0.57 (14.5)

129 (192)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A012xx01

12

0.57 (14.5)

129 (192)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A024xx01

24

0.57 (14.5)

129 (192)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A036xx01

36

0.57 (14.5)

129 (192)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A048xx01

48

0.57 (14.5)

129 (192)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A072xx01

72

0.66 (16.7)

164 (245)

13.2 (335)

6.6 (168)

1A096xx01

96

0.72 (18.4)

196 (291)

14.4 (365)

7.2 (183)

1A144xx01

144

0.87 (22.0)

274 (408)

17.4 (442)

8.7 (221)

1A216xx01

216

0.87 (22.0)

267 (397)

17.4 (442)

8.7 (221)

1A288xx01

288

0.98 (25.0)

334 (497)

19.6 (498)

9.8 (249)

OSP COPPER WIRE

1A006xx01

BELL OSP COPPER

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Part Number Designators
1

A

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-288)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-5

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

TECHNICAL INFO

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Double Jacket Single Armor

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Double Jacket Double Armor
Series 1D

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) environments. The rugged loose tube design offers reliable
transmission performance over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers
are placed inside filled buffer tubes containing PFM™ gel. The core is
constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using
a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped with flexible strength
members and covered with a water blocking tape. A corrugated steel armor
is applied and encased with a black inner jacket. More water blocking
yarns, a corrugated steel armor and a black outer jacket complete the cable
construction. Rip cords are included under each armor for ease of entry.

Corrugated Steel Outer Armor
Corrugated Steel Inner Armor

OSP FIBER

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube
Water Blocking Tape
Central Strength Member

Applications

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Direct bury, underground duct and lashed aerial

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

Rip Cords

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

UV Resistant Inner Jacket

Features

UV Resistant Outer Jacket

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 216-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types
including Hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 216-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

•	 Standard tube size
for all fiber counts

•	 Reduces the number
of tools required

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

•	 Corrugated steel armor

Standards Compliance

•	 Improves compressive strength
and rodent protection

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

1D006xx01

6

0.70 (17.5)

207 (308)

14.0 (356)

7.0 (178)

1D012xx01

12

0.70 (17.5)

207 (308)

14.0 (356)

7.0 (178)

1D024xx01

24

0.70 (17.5)

207 (308)

14.0 (356)

7.0 (178)

1D036xx01

36

0.70 (17.5)

207 (308)

14.0 (356)

7.0 (178)

1D048xx01

48

0.70 (17.5)

207 (308)

14.0 (356)

7.0 (178)

1D072xx01

72

0.73 (18.6)

227 (339)

14.6 (371)

7.3 (185)

OSP COPPER WIRE

1D096xx01

96

0.80 (20.3)

270 (402)

16.0 (406)

8.0 (203)

1D144xx01

144

0.94 (24.0)

360 (535)

18.8 (477)

9.4 (239)

1D216xx01

216

1.01 (25.6)

403 (600)

20.2 (512)

10.1 (256)

Part Number Designators

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

1

D

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-216)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

TECHNICAL INFO

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-6

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 1C

Corrugated Steel Outer Armor
Corrugated Steel Inner Armor
Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube

OSP FIBER

Water Blocking Tape
Central Strength Member
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP COMPOSITE

Rip Cords

•	 Direct bury, underground duct and lashed aerial

UV Resistant Inner Jacket

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cables

UV Resistant Central Jacket

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Features

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 216-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Standard tube size
for all fiber counts

•	 Reduces the number
of tools required

•	 Corrugated steel armor

•	 Improves compressive strength
and rodent protection

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

UV Resistant Outer Jacket

Specifications
Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 216-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

1C006xx01

6

0.80 (20.3)

265 (394)

16.0 (406)

8.0 (203)

1C012xx01

12

0.80 (20.3)

265 (394)

16.0 (406)

8.0 (203)

1C024xx01

24

0.80 (20.3)

265 (394)

16.0 (406)

8.0 (203)

1C036xx01

36

0.80 (20.3)

265 (394)

16.0 (406)

8.0 (203)

1C048xx01

48

0.80 (20.3)

265 (394)

16.0 (406)

8.0 (203)

1C072xx01

72

0.84 (21.4)

293 (436)

16.8 (427)

8.4 (213)

1C096xx01

96

0.96 (24.4)

339 (505)

19.2 (488)

9.6 (244)

1C144xx01

144

1.05 (26.7)

432 (643)

21.0 (533)

10.5 (267)

1C216xx01

216

1.06 (27.0)

439 (655)

21.2 (540)

10.6 (270)

BELL OSP COPPER

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Part Number Designators
1

C

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-216)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-7

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Applications

TECHNICAL INFO

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) environments. The rugged loose tube design offers reliable
transmission performance over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers
are placed inside filled buffer tubes containing PFM™ gel. The core is
constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using
a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped with flexible strength
members covered with a water blocking tape, then encased in a black inner
jacket. Flexible strength members are applied with a corrugated steel armor
and an intermediate black jacket. Another layer of flexible strength members
with a corrugated steel armor and a black outer jacket completes the cable
construction. Rip cords are included under the inner jacket and each armor
for ease of entry.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Triple Jacket Double Armor

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Single Jacket Self Support
Series 11M

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) applications. Loose tube self support cables are designed for
use in aerial applications as an alternative to lashing. These cables reduce
installation time and costs. Superior Essex offers self support cables for
spans up to 700 feet. The loose tube design offers reliable transmission
performance over a broad temperature range. The rugged loose tube design
features optical fibers placed inside PFM™ gel filled buffer tubes. The core
is constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using
a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped with flexible strength
members, a water blocking tape and then encased with a black jacket and
an integrated EHS steel messenger. A rip cord is included under the jacket
for ease of entry.

OSP FIBER

7-Strand EHS
Steel Messenger

OSP COMPOSITE

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube

Applications
•	 Aerial self support

Water Blocking Tape

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

Central Strength Member

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Rip Cord

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

UV Resistant Jacket

Available in 6-fiber up to 120-fiber
Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

•	 High fiber density
•	 Multiple network applications
•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time
•	 Reduces the number
of tools required
•	 Standard installation practices

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

6,650

Environmental Specifications

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT-8
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

Standards Compliance

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 120-fiber
•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids
•	 Dry (SAP) core standard
•	 Standard tube size
for all fiber counts
•	 Conforms to standard pole
attachment hardware
™
•	 PFM gel

Specifications
Fiber Count
Fiber Cable Component
Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)
Support Messenger
Breaking Strength lbs

Features

Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE

Fiber Count

11006xxM1

6

0.43 (10.9)

0.89 (23.0)

208 (310)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

11012xxM1

12

0.43 (10.9)

0.89 (23.0)

208 (310)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

11024xxM1

24

0.43 (10.9)

0.89 (23.0)

208 (310)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

11036xxM1

36

0.43 (10.9)

0.89 (23.0)

208 (310)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

11048xxM1

48

0.43 (10.9)

0.89 (23.0)

208 (310)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

11072xxM1

72

0.47 (12.0)

0.93 (24.0)

224 (333)

9.4 (239)

4.7 (119)

11096xxM1

96

0.55 (13.9)

1.01 (26.0)

245 (365)

11.0 (279)

5.5 (140)

11120xxM1

120

0.69 (17.5)

1.15 (29.0)

300 (446)

13.8 (351)

6.9 (175)

Part Number¹

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

Part Number Designators

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

1

1

_

_

_

x

x

M

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-120)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

TECHNICAL INFO

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-8

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 1GM

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) applications. Loose tube self support cables are designed for
use in aerial applications as an alternative to lashing. These cables reduce
installation time and costs. Superior Essex offers self support cables for
spans up to 700 feet. The loose tube design offers reliable transmission
performance over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers are placed
inside filled buffer tubes containing PFM™ gel. The core is constructed
by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using a reverse
oscillating lay (ROL) and wrapped with flexible strength members, a water
blocking tape and then encased with a black inner jacket. Flexible strength
members are applied and a black outer jacket with integrated EHS steel
messenger completes the cable construction. Rip cords are included under
each jacket for ease of entry.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

7-Strand EHS
Steel Messenger

OSP FIBER

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube

Rip Cords
UV Resistant Inner Jacket

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 120-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Conforms to standard pole
attachment hardware

•	 Standard installation practices

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

Specifications
Fiber Count
Fiber Cable Component
Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)
Support Messenger
Breaking Strength lbs

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

UV Resistant Outer Jacket

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)
6,650
Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT-8
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

Standards Compliance

-40°C to +70°C

Available in 6-fiber up to 120-fiber

-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

6

0.53 (13.5)

0.99 (25.0)

242 (360)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G012xxM1

12

0.53 (13.5)

0.99 (25.0)

242 (360)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G024xxM1

24

0.53 (13.5)

0.99 (25.0)

242 (360)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G036xxM1

36

0.53 (13.5)

0.99 (25.0)

242 (360)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G048xxM1

48

0.53 (13.5)

0.99 (25.0)

242 (360)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

1G072xxM1

72

0.57 (14.6)

1.03 (26.0)

257 (382)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1G096xxM1

96

0.64 (16.3)

1.10 (28.0)

279 (415)

12.8 (325)

6.4 (163)

1G120xxM1

120

0.78 (19.9)

1.26 (32.0)

343 (510)

15.6 (396)

7.8 (198)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Fiber Count

1G006xxM1

Part Number¹

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

Part Number Designators
1

G

_

_

_

x

x

M

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-120)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

BELL OSP COPPER

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

C-9

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 Aerial self support

TECHNICAL INFO

Central Strength Member

OSP COMPOSITE

Water Blocking Tape

Applications

Features

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Double Jacket Self Support

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Single Jacket Single Armor Self Support
Series 12M

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) applications. Loose tube self support cables are designed for
use in aerial applications as an alternative to lashing. These cables reduce
installation time and costs. Superior Essex offers self support cables for
spans up to 700 feet. The loose tube design offers reliable transmission
performance over a broad temperature range. The rugged loose tube design
features optical fibers placed inside PFM™ gel filled buffer tubes. The core
is constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using
a reverse oscillating lay (ROL) and wrapped with flexible strength members
covered with a water blocking tape. A corrugated steel armor is applied and
then encased in a black jacket with an integrated EHS steel messenger. Rip
cords are included under the armor for ease of entry.

OSP FIBER

7-Strand EHS
Steel Messenger
Corrugated Steel Armor

Applications

OSP COMPOSITE

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube

•	 Aerial self support

Water Blocking Tape

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

Central Strength Member

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

Features

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Rip Cords
UV Resistant Jacket

Benefits

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Available with up to 120-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Corrugated steel armor

•	 Improves compressive strength
and rodent protection

•	 Utilizes standard pole
attachment hardware

•	 Standard installation practices

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

Specifications
Fiber Count
Fiber Cable Component
Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)
Support Messenger
Breaking Strength lbs

Available in 6-fiber up to 120-fiber
Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)
6,650

Environmental Specifications

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT-8
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

Standards Compliance

Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

BELL OSP COPPER

Fiber Count

12006xxM1

6

0.48 (12.2)

0.94 (24.0)

249 (371)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12012xxM1

12

0.48 (12.2)

0.94 (24.0)

249 (371)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12024xxM1

24

0.48 (12.2)

0.94 (24.0)

249 (371)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12036xxM1

36

0.48 (12.2)

0.94 (24.0)

249 (371)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12048xxM1

48

0.48 (12.2)

0.94 (24.0)

249 (371)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

12072xxM1

72

0.53 (13.3)

0.99 (25.0)

266 (396)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

12096xxM1

96

0.63 (16.0)

1.09 (28.0)

306 (455)

12.6 (320)

6.3 (160)

12120xxM1

120

0.77 (19.7)

1.23 (31.0)

378 (562)

15.4 (391)

7.7 (196)

Part Number¹

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number Designators

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

1

2

_

_

_

x

x

M

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-120)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

TECHNICAL INFO

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-10

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 1AM

7-Strand EHS
Steel Messenger

OSP FIBER

Corrugated Steel Armor
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

Applications

OSP COMPOSITE

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube
Water Blocking Tape

•	 Aerial self support
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable
•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Central Strength Member
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

Features

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 120-fiber

•	 High fiber density

UV Resistant Inner Jacket

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

UV Resistant Outer Jacket

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Corrugated steel armor

•	 Improves compressive strength
and rodent protection

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

6,650
Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT-8
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

Standards Compliance

-40°C to +70°C

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

™
•	 PFM gel

Available in 6-fiber up to 120-fiber

-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

6

0.57 (14.5)

1.03 (26.0)

287 (427)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A012xxM1

12

0.57 (14.5)

1.03 (26.0)

287 (427)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A024xxM1

24

0.57 (14.5)

1.03 (26.0)

287 (427)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A036xxM1

36

0.57 (14.5)

1.03 (26.0)

287 (427)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A048xxM1

48

0.57 (14.5)

1.03 (26.0)

287 (427)

11.4 (290)

5.7 (145)

1A072xxM1

72

0.66 (16.7)

1.12 (28.0)

322 (479)

13.2 (335)

6.6 (168)

1A096xxM1

96

0.72 (18.4)

1.18 (30.0)

354 (527)

14.4 (365)

7.2 (183)

1A120xxM1

120

0.89 (22.0)

1.35 (34.0)

432 (643)

17.4 (442)

8.7 (221)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Fiber Count

1A006xxM1

Part Number¹

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

Part Number Designators
1

A

_

_

_

x

x

M

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-120)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-11

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 Standard installation practices

Specifications
Fiber Count
Fiber Cable Component
Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)
Support Messenger
Breaking Strength lbs

TECHNICAL INFO

•	 Utilizes standard pole
attachment hardware

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Rip Cords

BELL OSP COPPER

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) applications. Loose tube self support cables are designed for
use in aerial applications as an alternative to lashing. These cables reduce
installation time and costs. Superior Essex offers self support cables for spans
up to 700 feet. The loose tube design offers reliable transmission performance
over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers are placed inside filled buffer
tubes containing PFM™ gel. The core is constructed by stranding the buffer
tubes around a central member using a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core
is wrapped with flexible strength members covered with a water blocking
tape then encased with a black polyethylene inner jacket. Water blocking
yarns and a corrugated steel armor are applied and a black outer jacket with
an integrated EHS steel messenger completes the cable construction. Rip
cords are included under the armor and inner jacket for ease of entry.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Double Jacket Single Armor Self Support

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Single Jacket All Dielectric Nylon
Series 1NY

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Central Strength Member

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) environments. The rugged loose tube design offers reliable
transmission performance over a broad temperature range. Optical fibers
are placed inside filled buffer tubes containing PFM™ gel. The core is
constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around a central member using
a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped with flexible strength
members covered with a water blocking tape, then encased with a black
jacket. A rip cord is included under the jacket for ease of entry. The nylon
overjacket completes the cable.

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

Applications

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube
Water Blocking Tape

OSP FIBER

•	 Underground duct and lashed aerial

Rip Cord

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

OSP COMPOSITE

UV Resistant Jacket

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Nylon Overjacket

Features
Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Fiber Count

Available in 2-fiber up to 288-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation MLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

Environmental Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 288-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Central strength members
available in metallic or dielectric

•	 Metallic option offers ease
of location, dielectric design
eliminates grounding issues

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Standard tube size
for all fiber counts

•	 Reduces the number
of tools required

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and cleanup

•	 Nylon overjacket

•	 Rodent and chemical resistant

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

11006xN01

6

0.49 (12.4)

70 (105)

9.8 (248)

4.9 (124)

11012xN01

12

0.49 (12.4)

70 (105)

9.8 (248)

4.9 (124)

BELL OSP COPPER

11024xN01

24

0.49 (12.4)

70 (105)

9.8 (248)

4.9 (124)

11036xN01

36

0.49 (12.4)

70 (105)

9.8 (248)

4.9 (124)

11048xN01

48

0.49 (12.4)

70 (105)

9.8 (248)

4.9 (124)

11072xN01

72

0.53 (13.5)

86 (129)

10.6 (270)

5.3 (135)

11096xN01

96

0.61 (15.4)

107 (160)

12.2 (308)

6.1 (154)

11144xN01

144

0.75 (19.0)

162 (241)

15.0 (380)

7.5 (190)

OSP COPPER WIRE

11216xN01

216

0.78 (19.8)

161 (239)

15.6 (396)

7.8 (198)

11288xN01

288

0.87 (22.0)

203 (302)

17.4 (440)

8.7 (220)

Part Number Designators
1

1

_

_

_

x

N

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

product family

fiber count (006-288)

fiber type

_
9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

TECHNICAL INFO

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-12

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 1F100

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

Optical Fiber in
Gel Filled Buffer Tube

•	 Low-voltage transmission and distribution system
(space potential ≤12 kV)

PE Fillers

•	 Railways and telecommunications pole route

Water Blocking Tape

Features

Benefits

Water Swellable Yarn

•	 Available with up to 288-fiber

•	 High fiber density

Rip Cords

•	 Dry core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep time

PE Jacket

•	 Lower cost than Figure 8

•	 Reduced network cost

•	 Energized installation

•	 No system turn off

OSP COMPOSITE

Central Strength Member

•	 Suitable for all type of aerial lines

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Fiber Count
Compressive Strength
lbs/in (N/cm)

Available in 6-fiber up to 288-fiber
Install: 125 (220)
Long Term: 63 (110)

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

-30°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Fiber Count

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

1F006x111

6

0.44 (11.3)

64 (96)

8.8 (226)

4.4 (113)

1F012x111

12

0.44 (11.3)

64 (96)

8.8 (226)

4.4 (113)

1F024x111

24

0.44 (11.3)

64 (96)

8.8 (226)

4.4 (113)

1F048x111

48

0.47 (12.0)

70 (105)

9.4 (240)

4.7 (120)

1F096x111

96

0.55 (13.9)

91 (136)

11.0 (278)

5.5 (139)

1F144x111

144

0.69 (17.5)

146 (217)

13.8 (350)

6.9 (175)

1F288x111

288

0.81 (20.5)

187 (278)

16.2 (410)

8.1 (205)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Part Number Designators
F

_

_

_

x

1

1

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

fiber type

internal
designator

100 meter
span

water block/
marking (1-8)

product family

fiber count (006-288)

_

OSP COPPER WIRE

1

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-13

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Applications

TECHNICAL INFO

All Dielectric Self Supporting (ADSS) cables are suitable for aerial applications
with a maximum span of 100 meters. This black, PE jacketed cable is
UV-stabilized and water blocked for outdoor aerial applications. The loose
tube design provides stable and highly reliable transmission parameters for
a variety of voice, data, video and imaging applications. The high modulus
aramid yarns provide high tensile strength and long term reliability.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

ADSS 100

PREMISES COPPER

ADSS 200
Series 1F200

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

All Dielectric Self Supporting (ADSS) cables are suitable for aerial applications
with a maximum span of 200 meters. This black, PE jacketed cable is
UV-stabilized and water blocked for outdoor aerial applications. The loose
tube design provides stable and highly reliable transmission parameters for
a variety of voice, data, video and imaging applications. The high modulus
aramid yarns provide high tensile strength and long term reliability.

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

Optical Fiber in
Gel Filled Buffer Tube

Applications

Water Blocking Tape

•	 Low-voltage transmission and distribution system
(space potential ≤12 kV)

PE Fillers

•	 Railways and telecommunications pole route

Central Strength Member

•	 Suitable for all type of aerial lines

Water Swellable Yarn

OSP COMPOSITE

Features

Rip Cords

Benefits

PE Inner Jacket

•	 Available with up to 288-fiber

•	 High fiber density

PE Outer Jacket

•	 Dry core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep time

•	 Lower cost than Figure 8

•	 Reduced network cost

•	 Energized installation

•	 No system turn off

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Fiber Count
Compressive Strength
lbs/in (N/cm)

Available in 6-fiber up to 288-fiber
Install: 125 (220)
Long Term: 63 (110)

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +70°C

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

1F006x121

6

0.50 (12.8)

84 (125)

10.0 (256)

5.0 (128)

1F012x121

12

0.50 (12.8)

84 (125)

10.0 (256)

5.0 (128)

BELL OSP COPPER

1F024x121

24

0.50 (12.8)

84 (125)

10.0 (256)

5.0 (128)

1F048x121

48

0.52 (13.3)

91 (135)

10.4 (266)

5.2 (133)

1F096x121

96

0.57 (14.6)

107 (160)

11.4 (292)

5.7 (146)

1F144x121

144

0.69 (17.5)

154 (230)

13.8 (350)

6.9 (175)

1F288x121

288

0.80 (20.4)

201 (300)

16.0 (408)

8.0 (204)

Part Number Designators

OSP COPPER WIRE

1

F

_

_

_

x

1

2

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

fiber type

internal
designator

200 meter
span

water block/
marking (1-8)

product family

fiber count (006-288)

_

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

C-14

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 1F400

All Dielectric Self Supporting (ADSS) cables are suitable for aerial applications
with a maximum span of 400 meters. This black, PE jacketed cable is
UV-stabilized and water blocked for outdoor aerial applications. The loose
tube design provides stable and highly reliable transmission parameters for
a variety of voice, data, video and imaging applications. The high modulus
aramid yarns provide high tensile strength and long term reliability.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

Optical Fiber in
Gel Filled Buffer Tube

•	 Low-voltage transmission and distribution system

Water Blocking Tape

•	 Space potential ≤12 kV with PE jacket

OSP FIBER

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

Applications

PE Fillers

•	 Railways and telecommunications pole route

Central Strength Member

•	 Suitable for all type of aerial lines

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 288-fiber

•	 High fiber density

PE Inner Jacket

•	 Dry core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep time

PE Outer Jacket

•	 Lower cost than Figure 8

•	 Reduced network cost

•	 Energized installation

•	 No system turn off

OSP COMPOSITE

Water Swellable Yarn

Features

Rip Cords

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Fiber Count
Compressive Strength
lbs/in (N/cm)

Available in 6-fiber up to 288-fiber
Install: 125 (220)
Long Term: 63 (110)

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

-30°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

1F006x141

6

0.55 (14.0)

101 (150)

11.0 (280)

5.5 (140)

1F012x141

12

0.55 (14.0)

101 (150)

11.0 (280)

5.5 (140)

1F024x141

24

0.55 (14.0)

101 (150)

11.0 (280)

5.5 (140)

1F048x141

48

0.55 (14.0)

101 (150)

11.0 (280)

5.5 (140)

1F096x141

96

0.61 (15.4)

121 (180)

12.2 (308)

6.1 (154)

1F144x141

144

0.74 (18.7)

171 (255)

14.8 (374)

7.4 (187)

1F288x141

288

0.85 (21.6)

218 (325)

17.0 (432)

8.5 (216)

BELL OSP COPPER

Fiber Count

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Part Number Designators
F

_

_

_

x

1

4

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

fiber type

internal
designator

400 meter
span

water block/
marking (1-8)

product family

fiber count (006-288)

_

OSP COPPER WIRE

1

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-15

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

TECHNICAL INFO

Part Number¹

PREMISES COPPER

ADSS 400

PREMISES COPPER

Single Loose Tube All Dielectric
Series 51

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside
Plant (OSP) applications. Single Loose tube cables offer a low cost
alternative to traditional stranded loose tube cables. The loose tube design
offers reliable transmission performance over a broad temperature range.
The rugged single loose tube design features optical fibers placed inside
a single PFM™ gel filled tube. The core tube includes up to 8-fiber bundles,
each containing up to 12 optical fibers bound within a color coded binder.
The core tube is then helically wrapped with water blocking strength
members, then encased with a black jacket. A rip cord is included under the
jacket to provide ease of access to the core tube.

UV Resistant Jacket
PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

OSP FIBER

Optical Fiber
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

Applications

Rip Cord

•	 Underground duct and lashed aerial

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable
•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Features
Specifications

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 96-fiber

•	 High fiber density

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 96-fiber

•	 Multiple fiber types

•	 Multiple network applications

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

•	 Dielectric outer
strength members

•	 Eliminates grounding
or bonding problems

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation SLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

Standards Compliance

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Highly flexible

•	 Easy handling

•	 Small cable diameter

•	 Installation of more
fibers in less space

Environmental Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

•	 Fewer cable components

•	 Reduces cost

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

51006xx01

6

0.31 (7.9)

36 (54)

6.2 (158)

3.1 (79)

51012xx01

12

0.31 (7.9)

36 (54)

6.2 (158)

3.1 (79)

BELL OSP COPPER

51024xx01

24

0.39 (9.8)

51 (75)

7.8 (196)

3.9 (98)

51036xx01

36

0.39 (9.8)

51 (75)

7.8 (196)

3.9 (98)

51048xx01

48

0.39 (9.8)

51 (75)

7.8 (196)

3.9 (98)

51072xx01

72

0.46 (11.6)

68 (102)

9.2 (232)

4.6 (116)

51096xx01

96

0.46 (11.6)

68 (102)

9.2 (232)

4.6 (116)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number Designators
5

1

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-096)

fiber type

_
9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “xx” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

C-16

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 52

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside Plant
(OSP) applications. Single Loose tube cables offer a low cost alternative to
traditional stranded loose tube cables. Armored cables are designed for
improved mechanical and rodent protection in direct bury applications. The
loose tube design offers reliable transmission performance over a broad
temperature range. The rugged single loose tube design features optical
fibers placed inside a single PFM™ gel filled tube. The core tube includes
up to 8-fiber bundles, each containing up to 12 optical fibers bound with a
color coded binder. The core is wrapped with flexible strength members and
covered with a water blocking tape. A corrugated steel armor is applied and
then encased with a black jacket. Rip cords are included under the armor for
ease of access to the core tube.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

UV Resistant Jacket
Corrugated Steel Armor

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP COMPOSITE

Rip Cords

Applications
•	 Direct bury
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable
•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Specifications

•	 Multiple fiber types

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Highly flexible

•	 Easy handling

•	 Fewer cable components

•	 Reduces cost

•	 Corrugated Armor

•	 Improves compressive strength
and rodent protection

™
•	 PFM gel

Available in 6-fiber up to 96-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation SLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 High fiber density

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Available with up to 96-fiber

Fiber Count

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

52006xx01

6

0.36 (9.1)

62 (92)

7.2 (183)

3.6 (91)

52012xx01

12

0.36 (9.1)

62 (92)

7.2 (183)

3.6 (91)

52024xx01

24

0.44 (11.0)

83 (124)

8.8 (224)

4.4 (112)

52036xx01

36

0.44 (11.0)

83 (124)

8.8 (224)

4.4 (112)

52048xx01

48

0.44 (11.0)

83 (124)

8.8 (224)

4.4 (112)

52072xx01

72

0.50 (12.8)

111 (165)

10.0 (254)

5.0 (127)

52096xx01

96

0.50 (12.8)

111 (165)

10.0 (254)

5.0 (127)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

2

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

fiber count (006-096)

fiber type

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number Designators
5

_
9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “xx” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-17

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

product family

PREMISES COPPER

Single Loose Tube Single Armor

PREMISES COPPER

Single Flex Tube All Dielectric
Series F1

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose tube cables are the product of choice as the backbone in Outside Plant
(OSP) applications. Single Loose tube cables offer a low cost alternative to
traditional stranded loose tube cables. The highly flexible single tube reduces
installation problems. The loose tube design offers reliable transmission
performance over a broad temperature range. The single flex tube design
features optical fibers placed inside a single PFM™ gel filled tube. The core
tube includes up to 8-fiber bundles, each containing up to 12 optical fibers
bound with a color coded binder. The core is wrapped with water blocking
tape and then encased with a black jacket containing rigid strength rods.
A rip cord is included under the jacket for ease of access to the core tube.

Rigid Dielectric Outer
Strength Members
UV Resistant Jacket

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber

Applications

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Underground duct and lashed aerial
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

OSP COMPOSITE

Rip Cords

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Features
Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 96-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation SLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

Environmental Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 96-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dielectric outer
strength members

•	 Eliminates grounding
or bonding problems

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Highly flexible

•	 Easy handling

•	 Small cable diameter

•	 Installation of more fibers
in less space

•	 Fewer cable components

•	 Reduces cost

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

F1006xx01

6

0.47 (11.9)

75 (112)

9.4 (238)

4.7 (119)

F1012xx01

12

0.47 (11.9)

75 (112)

9.4 (238)

4.7 (119)

BELL OSP COPPER

F1024xx01

24

0.47 (11.9)

75 (112)

9.4 (238)

4.7 (119)

F1036xx01

36

0.47 (11.9)

75 (112)

9.4 (238)

4.7 (119)

F1048xx01

48

0.47 (11.9)

75 (112)

9.4 (238)

4.7 (119)

F1072xx01

72

0.55 (14.0)

101 (150)

11.0 (279)

5.5 (139)

F1096xx01

96

0.55 (14.0)

101 (150)

11.0 (279)

5.5 (139)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number Designators
F

1

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-096)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 12 fibers replace “xx” with:

96

36

26

K6

86

¹For > 12 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

C-18

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series F2

Rigid Steel Outer
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

UV Resistant Jacket
Corrugated Steel Armor
PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber

•	 Direct bury, underground duct and lashed aerial
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

Rip Cords

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Features

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 96-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Metallic outer strength members

•	 Offers ease of location

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Highly flexible

•	 Easy handling

•	 Small cable diameter

•	 Installation of more fibers
in less space

•	 Fewer cable components

•	 Reduces cost

•	 Corrugated Armor

•	 Improves compressive strength
and rodent protection

•	 PFM gel

Available in 6-fiber up to 96-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation SLT
ICEA S-87-640-2006
RoHS-compliant

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Fiber Count

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

™

OSP COMPOSITE

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

F2006xxS1

6

0.51 (13.0)

117 (174)

10.2 (259)

5.1 (129)

F2012xxS1

12

0.51 (13.0)

117 (174)

10.2 (259)

5.1 (129)

F2024xxS1

24

0.51 (13.0)

117 (174)

10.2 (259)

5.1 (129)

F2036xxS1

36

0.51 (13.0)

117 (174)

10.2 (259)

5.1 (129)

F2048xxS1

48

0.51 (13.0)

117 (174)

10.2 (259)

5.1 (129)

F2072xxS1

72

0.58 (15.0)

150 (223)

11.6 (295)

5.8 (147)

F2096xxS1

96

0.58 (15.0)

150 (223)

11.6 (295)

5.8 (147)

BELL OSP COPPER

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Part Number Designators
F

2

_

_

_

x

x

S

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-096)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 12 fibers replace “xx” with:

96

36

26

K6

86

¹For > 12 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-19

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Applications

TECHNICAL INFO

Single loose tube cables offer a low cost alternative to traditional stranded
loose tube cables and armoring provides additional protection for certain
environments. The highly flexible single tube reduces installation problems.
The loose tube design offers reliable transmission performance over a broad
temperature range. The single flex tube design features optical fibers placed
inside a single PFM™ gel filled tube. The core tube includes up to 8-fiber
bundles, each containing up to 12 optical fibers bound with a color coded
binder. The core is wrapped with flexible strength members covered with a
water blocking tape, a corrugated steel armor is applied and then encased
with a black jacket containing rigid steel rods. Rip cords are included under
the armor for ease of access to the core tube.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Single Flex Tube Single Armor

PREMISES COPPER

Flex Tube Locate
Series FM

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Flex Tube Locate cables are designed to offer low resistivity (less than 10
Ohms per mile) and are for use in long distance remote location systems.
These cables make use of a highly flexible tube that contains up to 8 loose
optical fiber bundles, each containing 12 optical fibers. PFM™ gel is used
inside the tube to reduce the time needed to access the fibers. The core
is wrapped with a water swellable tape to block water flow. A metallic
locatable tape is applied and then encased in a black, UV resistant outer
jacket of HDPE. Ripcords are included under the tape for ease of access
to the core tube.

Rigid Steel Outer
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

UV Resistant Jacket
Locate Tape

Applications

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

•	 Direct bury, underground duct and lashed aerial

Optical Fiber

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable

OSP COMPOSITE

Water Swellable Tape

•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

Features

Rip Cords

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 96-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RoHS-compliant

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 96-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Metallic outer strength members

•	 Offers ease of location

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Highly flexible

•	 Easy handling

•	 Small cable diameter

•	 Installation of more fibers
in less space

•	 Fewer cable components

•	 Reduces cost

•	 Less than 10 Ohms/mile resistivity •	 Remote locate system

Environmental Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Operation/Storage
Installation

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

BELL OSP COPPER

FM006x1S1

6

0.59 (15.0)

117 (174)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

FM012x1S1

12

0.59 (15.0)

117 (174)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

FM024x1S1

24

0.59 (15.0)

117 (174)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

FM036x1S1

36

0.59 (15.0)

117 (174)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

FM048x1S1

48

0.59 (15.0)

117 (174)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

FM072x1S1

72

0.59 (15.0)

143 (212)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

FM096x1S1

96

0.59 (15.0)

143 (212)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number Designators
F

M

_

_

_

x

1

S

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-096)

fiber type

_
9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

C-20

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series RM

Rigid Steel Outer
Strength Members
Locate Tape
PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

•	 Local loop

Optical Fiber Ribbons

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cables

Features

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 216-fiber
•	 Multiple fiber types available
•	 Metallic outer strength members

•	 High fiber density
•	 Multiple network applications
•	 Metallic design offers
easy location
•	 Easy handling and easy
tube access

•	 Highly flexible tube

OSP COMPOSITE

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Rip Cords

Specifications

•	 Less than 10 Ohms/mile resistivity •	 Remote locate system
•	 Ribbon fiber
•	 Saves labor cost by offering
mass fusion splicing
•	 Meets or exceeds Telcordia
•	 Industry approved
specifications
™
•	 Non-sticky gel allows for easier
•	 PFM gel
and faster clean up

Fiber Count

Available in 60-fiber up to 216-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RoHS-compliant

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

RM060x1S1

60

0.58 (15.0)

150 (223)

11.6 (295)

5.8 (147)

RM072x1S1

72

0.58 (15.0)

150 (223)

11.6 (295)

5.8 (147)

RM096x1S1

96

0.58 (15.0)

150 (223)

11.6 (295)

5.8 (147)

RM144x1S1

144

0.66 (17.0)

187 (279)

13.2 (335)

6.0 (152)

RM192x1S1

192

0.66 (17.0)

195 (290)

13.6 (345)

6.8 (173)

RM216x1S1

216

0.66 (17.0)

195 (290)

13.6 (345)

6.8 (173)

M

_

_

_

x

1

S

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (060-216)

fiber type

internal designator

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number Designators
R

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

¹Replace “x” with:

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

3

2

K

8

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Single Mode Optical Fiber
Reduced
Water Peak

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Broadband network

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Direct bury

OSP FIBER

UV Resistant Jacket

BELL OSP COPPER

Applications

C-21

TECHNICAL INFO

Ribbon Locate cables are designed to offer low resistivity (less than 10 Ohms
per mile) and are for use in long distance remote location systems. These
cables make use of a highly flexible tube that contains up to 18 ribbons, each
containing 12 optical fibers. PFM™ gel is used in the tube to reduce the time
needed to access the fibers. The core is wrapped with a water swellable
yarns to block water flow. A metallic locatable tape is applied and then
encased in a black UV resistant outer jacket of HDPE. Ripcords are included
under the tape for ease of access to the core tube.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Ribbon Locate

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube Indoor/Outdoor OFNR
Series 13

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose tube riser cables are ideal for campus environments, private networks
and local area networks. These dual purpose cables save money and
installation time by allowing a direct transition from indoor to outdoor
applications with a single cable. Because these cables are fully water blocked
with dry elements, stripping and termination is faster. These cables comply
with the standards for both Outside Plant (OSP) and indoor riser applications.
The loose tube design offers reliable transmission performance over a broad
temperature range. The rugged loose tube design features optical fibers placed
inside PFM™ gel filled buffer tubes. The core is constructed by stranding the
buffer tubes around a central member using a reverse oscillating lay (ROL). It is
wrapped with flexible strength members, covered with a heat resistant, water
blocking tape and then encased with a black, flame and sunlight resistant
jacket. A rip cord is included under the jacket for ease of entry.

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube
Heat Resistant Tape

OSP FIBER

Central Strength Member
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Rip Cord

OSP COMPOSITE

Applications

Flame and Sunlight
Resistant Jacket

•	 Underground duct and lashed aerial
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cable
•	 Local loop, metro, long-haul and broadband network

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 288-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Performance Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 288-fiber
•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids
•	 UL Listed, sunlight resistant
•	 Dielectric outer
strength members
•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 High fiber density
•	 Multiple network applications
•	 Longer cable life
•	 Eliminates grounding
or bonding problems
•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time
•	 Reduces the number
of tools required

•	 Standard tube size
for all fiber counts

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Transitions from indoor to outdoor •	 Reduces labor cost
to indoor with no termination
™
•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
•	 PFM gel
access and clean-up

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

Features

-40°C to +70°C
-10°C to +65°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

13006xx01

6

0.48 (12.2)

93 (138)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

13012xx01

12

0.48 (12.2)

93 (138)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

13024xx01

24

0.48 (12.2)

93 (138)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

13036xx01

36

0.48 (12.2)

93 (138)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

13048xx01

48

0.48 (12.2)

93 (138)

9.6 (244)

4.8 (122)

13072xx01

72

0.53 (13.0)

109 (163)

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

OSP COPPER WIRE

13096xx01

96

0.59 (15.0)

139 (206)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

13144xx01

144

0.74 (18.7)

215 (320)

14.8 (316)

7.4 (188)

13216xx01

216

0.75 (19.1)

199 (297)

15.0 (381)

7.5 (191)

13288xx01

288

0.84 (21.0)

257 (382)

16.8 (427)

8.4 (213)

Part Number Designators

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

1

3

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-288)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

TECHNICAL INFO

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-22

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Series 13I

Interlock Armored Optical Fiber Cables provide for an extremely well
protected cable package ideally suited for harsh environments. The armor
is available in aluminum or steel and comes with an OFCR (riser) rating.
This design offers the system designer a product that can be installed in
high traffic areas where added mechanical protection and security are
required. The flexible interlock armored cable design is also popular for
retrofit applications and eliminates the need to install rigid conduit while still
meeting building code guidelines.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

Flame and Sunlight
Resistant Outer Jacket

•	 Intrabuilding backbones

OSP FIBER

Aluminum or Steel
Interlocked Armor

Applications

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube

•	 Conduit pathways

Central Strength Member

•	 Thick, flexible metallic armor

•	 Reduce incidences of circuit
disruption due to rodents or
mechanically abusive applications

•	 Flame retardant,
UL Listed designs

•	 Eliminates the need for multiple
cables for installation

•	 Full line of Superior Essex
cables available

•	 Customized designs reduces
cable inventory requirements

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Rip Cord
Flame and Sunlight
Resistant Inner Jacket

Specifications
Fiber Count
Core Configuration

Loose Tube Indoor/Outdoor OFNR Series 13 cable
Flexible, heavy duty interlocking aluminum or steel tape
helically applied over the inner cable core; further
protection is provided by an optional outer jacket

Outer Jacket

Black, flame retardant, chemical resistant and sunlight
resistant PVC

Maximum Tensile
Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

-40°C to +75°C

Performance
Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

-10°C to +65°C

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFCR

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Interlock Armored

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

Available in 6-fiber up to 144-fiber

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

L3006x101

6

0.96 (24.3)

301 (448)

14.5 (367)

9.6 (243)

L3012x101

12

0.96 (24.3)

301 (448)

14.5 (367)

9.6 (243)

L3024x101

24

0.96 (24.3)

301 (448)

14.5 (367)

9.6 (243)

L3048x101

48

0.96 (24.3)

301 (448)

14.5 (367)

9.6 (243)

L3072x101

72

1.01 (25.5)

316 (470)

15.2 (383)

10.1 (255)

L3096x101

96

1.07 (27.1)

346 (515)

16.1 (406)

10.7 (271)

L3144x101

144

1.20 (30.8)

424 (631)

18.3 (463)

12.2 (308)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Fiber Count

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Part Number Designators
3

_

_

_

x

1

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-144)

fiber type

_

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

L

9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Benefits

OSP COMPOSITE

Heat Resistant Tape

Features

C-23

TECHNICAL INFO

•	 Service entrance to communication closets

Part Number¹

PREMISES COPPER

Interlock Armored OSP Fiber OFCR

PREMISES COPPER

Single Loose Tube Indoor/Outdoor OFNR
Series 53

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose tube riser cables are ideal for campus environments, private networks
and local area networks. These dual purpose cables save money and
installation time by allowing a direct transition from indoor to outdoor
applications with a single cable. Loose tube cables are the product of choice
as the backbone in Outside Plant (OSP) applications. Single Loose tube
cables offer a low cost alternative to traditional stranded loose tube cables.
The loose tube design offers reliable transmission performance over a broad
temperature range. The rugged single loose tube design features optical
fibers placed inside a single PFM™ gel filled tube. The core tube includes up
to 8-fiber bundles, each containing up to 12 optical fibers bound with a color
coded binder. The core tube is then helically wrapped with water blocking
strength members, then encased with a black, flame resistant jacket. A rip
cord is included under the jacket to provide ease of access to the core tube.

Flame and Sunlight
Resistant Jacket
Heat Resistant Tape

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP COMPOSITE

Rip Cord

Applications
•	 UL Listed sunlight resistant indoor/outdoor
•	 Lashed aerial, duct or riser
•	 Inter-building connection
•	 Campus environments

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Features

Specifications

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 96-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 UL Listed, sunlight resistant

•	 Longer cable life

•	 Dielectric outer
strength members

•	 Eliminates grounding
or bonding problems

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Fiber Count

Available in 6-fiber up to 96-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)
Telcordia GR-20-CORE
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

•	 Highly flexible

•	 Easy handling

Performance Compliance

•	 Small cable diameter

NRTL Programs

•	 Installation of more fibers in
less space

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR

•	 Fewer cable components

•	 Reduces cost

•	 Transitions from indoor to outdoor •	 Reduces labor cost
to indoor with no termination

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

-10°C to +65°C

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

53006xx01

6

0.30 (7.0)

39 (57)

6.0 (152)

3.0 (75)

53012xx01

12

0.30 (7.0)

39 (57)

6.0 (152)

3.0 (75)

OSP COPPER WIRE

53024xx01

24

0.37 (10.0)

57 (85)

7.4 (188)

3.7 (94)

53036xx01

36

0.37 (10.0)

57 (85)

7.4 (188)

3.7 (94)

53048xx01

48

0.37 (10.0)

57 (85)

7.4 (188)

3.7 (94)

53072xx01

72

0.50 (13.0)

106 (157)

10.0 (254)

5.0 (127)

53096xx01

96

0.50 (13.0)

106 (157)

10.0 (254)

5.0 (127)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number Designators
5

3

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-096)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

¹Replace “xx” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-24

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Series 1H

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube
Heat Resistant Tape
Central Strength Member

OSP COMPOSITE

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Rip Cords
Flame Resistant Inner Jacket

•	 IEEE networks from 10 Mbps to 10 Gbps
•	 Cable trays
•	 Outdoor/indoor pathways

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Flame and Sunlight
Resistant Outer Jacket

•	 Long vertical runs

Specifications

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 UL Listed, sunlight resistant

•	 Longer cable life

•	 Transitions from indoor
to outdoor

•	 Reduces labor costs

•	 Heavy duty design

•	 Allows for harsh
environment application

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

Available in 6-fiber up to 216-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Crush lbs/in (N/cm)

260 (450)

Performance Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Multiple fiber types
including hybrids

Fiber Count

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-10°C to +65°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Vertical Rise
ft (m)

Fiber Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Impact
n*m

1H006xx01

6

0.53 (13.4)

119 (176)

4.41

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

2,200 (671)

1H012xx01

12

0.53 (13.4)

119 (176)

4.41

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

2,200 (671)

1H024xx01

24

0.53 (13.4)

119 (176)

4.41

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

2,200 (671)

1H036xx01

36

0.53 (13.4)

119 (176)

4.41

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

2,200 (671)

1H048xx01

48

0.53 (13.4)

119 (176)

4.41

10.6 (269)

5.3 (135)

2,200 (671)

1H072xx01

72

0.57 (14.6)

137 (205)

5.15

11.4 (289)

5.7 (145)

1,840 (560)

1H096xx01

96

0.64 (16.3)

168 (250)

5.88

12.8 (326)

6.4 (163)

1,450 (443)

1H144xx01

144

0.78 (19.9)

250 (372)

6.62

15.6 (396)

7.8 (198)

1,050 (320)

1H216xx01

216

0.79 (20.3)

256 (383)

6.62

15.8 (406)

7.9 (203)

1,050 (320)

Part Number¹

Part Number Designators
1

H

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (006-216)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant NZDS
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-25

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

BELL OSP COPPER

Applications

OSP COPPER WIRE

Heavy Duty Loose Tube OFNR Cables are ideally suited for harsh environment
applications including mining, steel mills, refineries, lumber mills and many
other situations requiring a rugged cable construction. These cables have
been specifically designed to have greater tensile, crush and impact ratings.
With a dual layer of flexible strength members and a double layer of rugged
flame retardant and sunlight resistant jackets, this cable design possesses
features ideal for environmentally demanding applications. The heavy duty
loose tube design features optical fibers placed inside PFM™ gel filled
buffer tubes. The core is constructed by stranding the buffer tubes around
a central member using reverse oscillating lay (ROL). The core is wrapped
with flexible strength members and covered by a water blocking tape,
then encased in a black flame resistant jacket. A second layer of flexible
strength members is applied and then encased in a black, flame and sunlight
resistant jacket. Rip cords are included under each jacket for ease of entry.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Heavy Duty Loose Tube OFNR

PREMISES COPPER

Loose Tube 12 AWG Composite
Series 1N

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Loose Tube 12 AWG Composite Cable is a stranded, single jacket, nonarmored, gel-filled loose tube cable containing a 12 AWG stranded conductor,
which provides long distance tone for location. A rip cord is included under
the jacket to provide ease of entry.

Applications

Water Blocking Tape

•	 Underground duct and lashed aerial

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Broadband network

OSP FIBER

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube

Features

Dielectric Strength Member
12 AWG Stranded Conductor

OSP COMPOSITE

Water Blocking Tape
Rip Cord
UV Resistant Jacket

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 48-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types

•	 Multiple network applications

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel speeds fiber
access and clean-up

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Multiple fiber vendors

•	 Meets customer preferences

•	 12 AWG stranded conductor

•	 Meets 10 Ohms/mile standard

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Fiber Count
Nominal Diameter in (mm)
Approx. Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)

Available in 12-fiber up to 48-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Minimum Bend Radius in (mm)

Install: 8.6 (216)
Long Term: 4.3 (108)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RoHS-compliant

0.43 (10.8)
76 (113)

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

Fiber Count

1N012xx01

12

1N024xx01

24

1N036xx01

36

1N048xx01

48

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number Designators
1

N

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (012-048)

fiber type

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Single Mode Optical Fiber

Multimode Optical Fiber
TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant NZDS

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

¹For ≤ 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

9T

3T

2T

KT

8T

¹For > 36 fibers replace “xx” with:

91

31

21

K1

81

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

C-26

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 513

UG FTTP are all dielectric cables designed for Outside Plant (OSP)
applications, specifically as a drop cable. The reduced diameter maximizes
duct space and offers the lowest installed cost. The loose tube design
offers reliable transmission performance over a broad temperature range.
The single loose tube design features optical fibers placed inside a single
PFM™ gel filled tube. The core tube contains up to 12 optical fibers. The core
tube is then helically wrapped with water blocking strength members and
encased with a black jacket. A rip cord is included to provide ease of access
to the cable core.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

UV Resistant Jacket

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber

Applications

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Drop cables

OSP COMPOSITE

Rip Cords

•	 Broadband network
•	 Local loop
•	 Fiber to the premise

•	 Available with up to 12-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types including
®
TeraFlex bend resistant

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dielectric outer
strength members

•	 Eliminates grounding
or bonding problems

•	 Highly flexible

Specifications
Available in 2-fiber up to 12-fiber

•	 Easy handling

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 300 (1,335)
Long Term: 100 (445)

•	 Small cable diameter

•	 Installation of more fibers
in less space, reduced cost

Minimum Bend Radius in (mm)

Install: 5.2 (132)
Long Term: 2.6 (66)

•	 Dry (SAP) core design

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation 513
RoHS-compliant

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel allows for easier
and faster clean up

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Fiber Count
Nominal Diameter in (mm)
Nominal Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)

0.26 (6.7)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

26 (38)

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Fiber Count

51002xx01

2

51004xx01

4

51006xx01

6

51008xx01

8

51012xx01

12

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

1

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

fiber count (002-012)

fiber type

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number Designators
5

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “xx” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

93

33

23

K3

83

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-27

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

product family

PREMISES COPPER

UG FTTP

PREMISES COPPER

Buried FTTP Steel Armor
Series 52S

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Buried FTTP cables are designed for Outside Plant (OSP) applications,
specifically as a drop cable. The reduced diameter maximizes duct space
and offers additional armoring protection. The loose tube design offers
reliable transmission performance over a broad temperature range. The
rugged single loose tube design features optical fibers placed inside a single
PFM™ gel filled tube. The core tube contains up to 12 optical fibers. The core
tube is then helically wrapped with water blocking strength members. A
corrugated steel armor is applied and encased with a black jacket.

UV Resistant Jacket
Corrugated Steel Armor

OSP FIBER

Applications

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

•	 Drop cables

Optical Fiber
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Broadband network

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Local loop
•	 Fiber to the premise

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Features

Benefits

•	 Corrugated steel armor

•	 Additional compressive strength
and rodent protection

•	 Multiple fiber types including
®
TeraFlex bend resistant

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dielectric outer
strength members

•	 Eliminates grounding
or bonding problems

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Fiber Count
Nominal Diameter in (mm)
Nominal Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)

Available in 2-fiber up to 12-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 300 (1,335)
Long Term: 100 (445)

•	 Highly flexible

•	 Easy handling

Minimum Bend Radius in (mm)

Install: 6.4 (163)
Long Term: 3.2 (82)

•	 Small cable diameter

•	 Installation of more fibers
in less space, reduced cost

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation 52S
RoHS-compliant

•	 Color coded fibers

•	 Easy identification
during installation

•	 Dry (SAP) core design

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel allows for easier
and faster clean up

0.32 (8.2)
51 (77)

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

Fiber Count

52002xx01

2

52004xx01

4

52006xx01

6

52008xx01

8

52012xx01

12

Part Number Designators

OSP COPPER WIRE

5

2

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (002-012)

fiber type

_
9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “xx” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9S

3S

2S

KS

8S

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

C-28

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 523

Buried FTTP cables are designed for Outside Plant (OSP) applications,
specifically as a drop cable. The reduced diameter maximizes duct space and
offers additional armoring protection. The loose tube design offers reliable
transmission performance over a broad temperature range. The rugged
single loose tube design features optical fibers placed inside a single PFM™
gel filled tube. The core tube contains up to 12 optical fibers. The core tube is
then helically wrapped with water blocking strength members. A corrugated
aluminum armor is applied and encased with a black jacket. Rip cords are
included under the armor for ease of access to the core tube.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

UV Resistant Jacket
Corrugated Aluminum Armor

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber

Applications

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Drop cables
•	 Broadband network

OSP COMPOSITE

Rip Cords

•	 Local loop
•	 Fiber to the premise

•	 Multiple fiber types including
®
TeraFlex bend resistant

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Dielectric outer
strength members

•	 Eliminates grounding
or bonding problems

•	 Highly flexible

•	 Easy handling

•	 Small cable diameter

•	 Installation of more fibers
in less space, reduced cost

•	 Color coded fibers

•	 Easy identification
during installation

•	 Dry (SAP) core design

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

™

•	 PFM gel

Specifications
Fiber Count
Nominal Diameter in (mm)
Nominal Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)

Available in 2-fiber up to 12-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 300 (1,335)
Long Term: 100 (445)

Minimum Bend Radius in (mm)

Install: 6.6 (168)
Long Term: 3.3 (84)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation 523
RoHS-compliant

0.33 (8.4)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Additional compressive strength
and rodent protection

42 (62)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Corrugated aluminum armor

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

•	 Non-sticky gel allows for easier
and faster clean up

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Fiber Count

52002xx01

2

52004xx01

4

52006xx01

6

52008xx01

8

52012xx01

12

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number¹

Part Number Designators
2

_

_

_

x

x

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

fiber count (002-012)

fiber type

_

OSP COPPER WIRE

5

9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “xx” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

93

33

23

K3

83

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-29

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

product family

PREMISES COPPER

Buried FTTP Aluminum Armor

PREMISES COPPER

Buried Drop Composite Aluminum Armor
Series 72

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Series 72 is the underground cable solution for the situation that requires
both optical fiber and twisted pairs. This product is available in fiber counts
up to 12 with 2-pair, 3-pair or 6-pair 22 AWG copper pairs. Series 72 serves
the need for communications or power over copper pairs with optical
fiber available for the future. The core is constructed with a single tube
containing up to 12 optical fibers and up to 6 copper pairs. A corrugated
aluminum armor and longitudinal strength elements are applied over the
core tube and encased within a black, weather resistant jacket. Rip cords
are included under the armor for ease of access to the core.

22 AWG Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor
Insulation
Corrugated Aluminum Armor

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

Applications

Optical Fiber

•	 Fiber to the premise

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Broadband network

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Buried, underground

Rip Cords
UV Resistant Jacket

Features

Benefits

•	 Composite fiber/copper design
•	 Round shape

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Fiber Components

Available in 2-fiber up to 12-fiber loose inside a
™
PFM gel filled buffer tube

•	
•	

Copper Components

Available with 2, 3 or 6-pair 22 AWG solid annealed
copper conductors each insulated with solid
polyolefin in distinctive colors

•	

Install: 300 (1,335)
Long Term: 100 (445)

•	

Maximum Tensile Loading
lbs (N)
Copper Maximum
Amperage and Voltage
Package

Amperage: 1.0 A
Voltage: 150 vDC
Reel

Environmental Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation 72
RoHS-compliant

Standards Compliance

•	 Multiple Network applications
•	 Conforms to standard practices
and hardware
Corrugated aluminum armor
•	 Improves flexibility
Dry (SAP) core standard
•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time
™
•	 Non-sticky gel allows for easier
PFM gel
and faster clean up
•	 Reduces the possibility of splitting
Insulation of tip conductors are
marked with a stripe of the mating
pairs during installation
ring’s insulation color

Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +75°C

Electrical Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Conductor DC Resistance @ 68°F
Maximum Individual
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

Resistance Unbalance Maximum
Individual Pair %

Minimum Dielectric Strength
DC Potential Volts
Conductor to Conductor

22 (0.64)

91.0 (56.4)

5.0

7,200

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Fiber Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Part Number¹

Copper Pair Count

72002xx21

2

2

0.39 (9.8)

61 (91)

7.8 (198)

3.9 (99)

72004xx21

2

4

0.39 (9.8)

61 (91)

7.8 (198)

3.9 (99)

OSP COPPER WIRE

72006xx21

2

6

0.39 (9.8)

61 (91)

7.8 (198)

3.9 (99)

72002xx61

6

2

0.43 (10.8)

338 (504)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

72004xx61

6

4

0.43 (10.8)

338 (504)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

72006xx61

6

6

0.43 (10.8)

338 (504)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

72012xx61

6

12

0.43 (10.8)

338 (504)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number Designators
7

2

_

_

_

x

x

2, 3 or 6

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

fiber type

internal
designator

copper
pairs

water block/
marking (1-8)

product family

fiber count (002-012)

_

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

¹Replace “xx” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

93

33

23

K3

83

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-30

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 72S

Series 72S is the underground cable solution for the situation that requires
both optical fiber and twisted pairs. This product is available in fiber counts
up to 12 with 2-pair, 3-pair or 6-pair 22 AWG copper pairs. Series 72S serves
the need for communications or power over copper pairs with optical fiber
available for the future. The core is constructed with a single tube containing
up to 12 optical fibers and up to 6 copper pairs. A corrugated steel armor and
longitudinal strength elements are applied over the core tube and encased
within a black, weather resistant jacket. Rip cords are included under the
armor for ease of access to the core.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

22 AWG Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor
Insulation

OSP FIBER

Corrugated Steel Armor

Optical Fiber

•	 Broadband network

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Rip Cords

•	 Corrugated steel armor
•	 Dry (SAP) core standard
™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Insulation of tip conductors
are marked with a stripe of the
mating ring’s insulation color

Specifications
Available in 2-fiber up to 12-fiber loose inside a
™
PFM gel filled buffer tube

Copper Components

Available with 2, 3 or 6-pair 22 AWG solid annealed
copper conductors each insulated with solid
polyolefin in distinctive colors

Maximum Tensile Loading
lbs (N)
Copper Maximum
Amperage and Voltage
Package

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

Fiber Components

-40°C to +70°C

Standards Compliance

-30°C to +75°C

Install: 300 (1,335)
Long Term: 100 (445)
Amperage: 1.0 A
Voltage: 150 vDC
Reel
Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation 72S
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Conductor DC Resistance @ 68°F
Maximum Individual
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

Resistance Unbalance Maximum
Individual Pair %

Minimum Dielectric Strength
DC Potential Volts
Conductor to Conductor

22 (0.64)

91.0 (56.4)

5.0

7,200

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Part Number¹

Copper Pair Count

72002xx2S

2

2

0.39 (9.8)

61 (91)

7.8 (198)

3.9 (99)

72004xx2S

2

4

0.39 (9.8)

61 (91)

7.8 (198)

3.9 (99)

72006xx2S

2

6

0.39 (9.8)

61 (91)

7.8 (198)

3.9 (99)

72002xx6S

6

2

0.43 (10.8)

338 (504)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

72004xx6S

6

4

0.43 (10.8)

338 (504)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

72006xx6S

6

6

0.43 (10.8)

338 (504)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

72012xx6S

6

12

0.43 (10.8)

338 (504)

8.6 (218)

4.3 (109)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Fiber Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Part Number Designators
7

2

_

_

_

x

x

2, 3 or 6

S

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

fiber type

internal
designator

copper
pairs

steel armor

product family

fiber count (002-012)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “xx” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9S

3S

2S

KS

8S

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “xx” with:

6G

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

AG

BG

FG

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Multiple Network applications
•	 Conforms to standard practices
and hardware
•	 Improves compressive strength
and rodent protection
•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time
•	 Non-sticky gel allows for easier
and faster clean up
•	 Reduces the possibility of splitting
pairs during installation

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Composite fiber/copper design
•	 Round shape

UV Resistant Jacket

C-31

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

TECHNICAL INFO

•	 Buried, underground

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Fiber to the premise

OSP COMPOSITE

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

Applications

Features

PREMISES COPPER

Buried Drop Composite Steel Armor

PREMISES COPPER

Toneable Drop FTTP
Series 571Q

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Toneable Drop FTTP offers the most flexible solution for fiber to the premise
applications. The toneable unit allows for easy location after installation.
The small profile reduces cost and increases both ease of use and access to
small conduits. This product is the low cost solution to the network’s last 100
meters. The durable design incorporates two dielectric rigid rods for tensile
and crush protection, bracketing a single enhanced loose tube containing
up to 12 optical fibers and PFM™ gel. This is a water-blocked design, using a
“dry” water absorbing thread to prevent the migration of moisture.

UV Resistant Jacket
Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled
Loose Buffer Tube

Applications
•	 Drop cables

Optical Fiber

•	 Broadband network
•	 Local loop

OSP COMPOSITE

Water Blocking Thread

•	 Fiber to the premise

Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

Features

24 AWG Copper Wire

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Fiber Count

Available with up to 12-fiber inside a PFM™ gel
filled loose buffer tube

Strength Members

Water blocking dielectric strength members
placed parallel to single loose tube, to provide
necessary longitudinal strength

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

24 AWG copper wire encased in jacket

Maximum Span Length
at 1% Sag ft (m)

Light Loading: 330 (101)
Medium Loading: 225 (69)
Heavy Loading: 150 (46)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation 571Q
RoHS-compliant

BELL OSP COPPER

Toneable Element
Jacket
Nominal Dimensions in (mm)
Weight lbs/kft
Minor Dimension
Bend Radius in (mm)
Maximum Tensile Loading
lbs (N)

Black, UV resistant jacket

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 12-fiber

•	 Maximum bandwidth

•	 Universal design

•	 Aerial or direct bury

•	 Toneable element

•	 Ease of location

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces installation
time and labor cost

•	 Dielectric rods

•	 Excellent crush resistance

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 Multiple fiber types including
®
TeraFlex bend resistant

•	 Multiple network applications

0.40 (10.2) x 0.18 (4.5)
28
3.15 (76)
Install: 300 (1,335)
Long Term: 90 (405)

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number¹

Fiber Count

Standard Length
ft (m)

Approx. Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

Package

57002x11Q

2

2,500 (762)

138 (304)

2,500’ Reel

57002x1BQ

2

1,000 (305)

37 (81)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57004x11Q

4

2,500 (762)

138 (304)

2,500’ Reel

57004x1BQ

4

1,000 (305)

37 (81)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57006x11Q

6

2,500 (762)

138 (304)

2,500’ Reel

57006x1BQ

6

1,000 (305)

37 (81)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57012x11Q

12

2,500 (762)

138 (304)

2,500’ Reel

57012x1BQ

12

1,000 (305)

37 (81)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number Designators
5

7

_

_

_

x

1

1 or B

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

fiber type

internal
designator

package
type

internal
designator

product family

fiber count (001-012)

Q

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-32

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series 570Q

UV Resistant Jacket

PFM™ Gel Filled
Loose Buffer Tube

•	 Drop cables
•	 Broadband network

OSP COMPOSITE

Optical Fiber

•	 Local loop

Water Blocking Thread

•	 Fiber to the premise

Features

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 12-fiber

•	 Offers the maximum bandwidth
for FTTP business, etc.

•	 Universal design

•	 Aerial or direct bury

•	 Dielectric

•	 Eliminates bonding and grounding

Specifications

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces installation
time and labor cost

•	 Dielectric Rods

•	 Excellent crush resistance

•	 Multiple fiber types including
®
TeraFlex bend resistant

•	 Multiple network applications

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +70°C

Fiber Count

Available with up to 12-fiber inside a PFM™ gel
filled loose buffer tube

Strength Members

Water blocking dielectric strength members placed
parallel to single loose tube, one on each side,
to provide necessary longitudinal strength

Jacket
Nominal Dimensions in (mm)
Weight lbs/kft
Minor Dimension
Bend Radius in (mm)
Maximum Tensile Loading
lbs (N)

Black, UV resistant jacket

Maximum Span Length
at 1% Sag ft (m)

Light Loading: 330 (101)
Medium Loading: 225 (69)
Heavy Loading: 150 (46)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation 570Q
RoHS-compliant

0.33 (8.2) x 0.18 (4.5)
24

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 PFM gel

3.15 (76)
Install: 300 (1,335)
Long Term: 90 (405)

BELL OSP COPPER

™

Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

Part Number¹

Fiber Count

Standard Length
ft (m)

Approx. Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

Package

57002x01Q

2

2,500 (762)

128 (282)

2,500’ Reel

57002x0BQ

2

1,000 (305)

33 (73)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57004x01Q

4

2,500 (762)

128 (282)

2,500’ Reel

57004x0BQ

4

1,000 (305)

33 (73)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57006x01Q

6

2,500 (762)

128 (282)

2,500’ Reel

57006x0BQ

6

1,000 (305)

33 (73)

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57012x01Q

12

2,500 (762)

128 (282)

2,500’ Reel

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

7

_

_

_

x

0

1 or B

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

fiber type

internal
designator

package
type

internal
designator

product family

fiber count (001-012)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number Designators
5

Q

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Applications

OSP FIBER

Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

C-33

TECHNICAL INFO

Universal Drop FTTP offers the most flexible solution for fiber to the premise
applications. This all dielectric cable requires no grounding or bonding. The
small profile reduces cost and increases both ease of use and access to small
conduits. This durable design incorporates two dielectric rigid rods for tensile
and crush protection, bracketing a single enhanced loose tube containing up
to 12 optical fibers and PFM™ gel. This is a water-blocked design, using a “dry”
water absorbing thread to prevent the migration of moisture. A black, weather
resistant jacket completes the cable construction.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Universal Drop FTTP

PREMISES COPPER

Universal FTTP OFNR
Series 57R

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Universal FTTP OFNR offers the most complete solution for the fiber to the
premise application. This compact cable is RoHS-compliant and OFNR rated
making this cable universal in application. The cable is designed for use
in duct, aerial, direct bury and riser environments. The product is RoHScompliant meaning no heavy metals. The single tube contains PFM™ gel
which provides ease of clean up. The OFNR rating allows use of the cable
inside buildings removing the need for termination. This product is available
with TeraFlex® optical fiber which complies with ITU G.652D and provides
increased bend performance.

UV Resistant OFNR Jacket
Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled
Loose Buffer Tube

Universal FTTP OFNR is offered as a bulk reel with a standard length of 2,500’
or in a Reel-in-a-Box (weather resistant package containing 1,000 ft and
weighing only 35 lbs). QuickCount® print is standard on the Reel-in-a-Box and
reduces scrap by identifying the length of cable remaining in the box.

Optical Fiber

OSP COMPOSITE

Water Blocking Thread

Applications
•	 Drop cables

Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

•	 Broadband network
•	 Local loop
•	 Fiber to the premise

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Features

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 12-fiber

Water blocking dielectric strength members placed
parallel to single loose tube, one on each side,
to provide necessary longitudinal strength

•	 Offers the maximum bandwidth
for FTTP business, etc.

•	 Multiple fiber types including
®
TeraFlex bend resistant

•	 Multiple network applications

Jacket
Nominal Dimensions in (mm)
Weight lbs/kft
Minor Dimension
Bend Radius in (mm)
Maximum Tensile Loading
lbs (N)

Black, UV resistant PVC jacket

•	 Universal design

•	 Aerial, direct bury,
conduit, indoor riser

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces installation
time and labor cost

•	 OFNR rating

•	 Indoor/outdoor use

Maximum Span Length
at 1% Sag ft (m)

Light Loading: 330 (101)
Medium Loading: 225 (69)
Heavy Loading: 150 (46)

Performance Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

Fiber Count

Available with up to 12-fiber inside a PFM™ gel
filled loose buffer tube

Strength Members

NRTL Programs

0.33 (8.2) x 0.18 (4.5)
24
3.19 (81)
Install: 300 (1,335)
Long Term: 90 (405)

•	 UL Listed, sunlight resistant

•	 Longer cable life

•	 Reel-in-a-Box package option

•	 QuickCount countdown footage
marking feature reduces scrap

®

•	 Easy to carry and store

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

UL, c(UL) Listed OFNR

-40°C to +70°C
-10°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number¹

Fiber Count

Package

57002x02Q

2

2,500’ Reel

57002x0CQ

2

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57004x02Q

4

2,500’ Reel

57004x0CQ

4

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57012x02Q

12

2,500’ Reel

57012x0CQ

12

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number Designators
5

7

_

_

_

x

0

2 or C

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

fiber type

internal
designator

package
type

internal
designator

product family

fiber count (001-012)

Q

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-34

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Series 57CR

Toneable FTTP OFCR offers the most complete solution for the fiber to the
premise application. This compact cable is RoHS-compliant and OFCR rated
making this cable universal in application. The cable is designed for use in
duct, aerial, direct bury and riser environments. Cable location is made simple
with the toneable copper wire. The product is RoHS-compliant meaning no
heavy metals. The single tube contains PFM™ gel, which provides ease of
clean up. The OFCR rating allows use of the cable inside buildings removing
the need for termination. This product is standard with TeraFlex™ optical fiber
which complies with ITU G.652D and provides increased bend performance.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

UV Resistant OFCR Jacket
Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled
Loose Buffer Tube

Toneable FTTP OFCR is offered as a bulk reel with a standard length of 2,500’
or in a Reel-in-a-Box (weather resistant package containing 1,000 ft and
weighing only 35 lbs). QuickCount® print is standard on the Reel-in-a-Box
and reduces scrap by identifying the length of cable remaining in the box.

Optical Fiber

Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

•	 Drop cables
•	 Broadband network

24 AWG Copper Wire

•	 Local loop
•	 Fiber to the premise

Specifications

Features

Benefits

Fiber Count

•	 Available with up to 12-fiber

•	 Offers the maximum bandwidth
for FTTP business, etc.

Strength Members

•	 Aerial, direct bury,
conduit, indoor riser

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces installation
time and labor cost

•	 OFCR rating

•	 Indoor/outdoor use

•	 Reel-in-a-Box package option

®

•	 QuickCount countdown footage
marking feature reduces scrap
•	 Easy to carry and store

•	 Toneable element

•	 Ease of location

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

Toneable Element
Jacket
Nominal Dimensions in (mm)
Weight lbs/kft
Minor Dimension
Bend Radius in (mm)
Maximum Tensile Loading
lbs (N)

24 AWG copper wire encased in a jacket

Maximum Span Length
at 1% Sag ft (m)

Light Loading: 330 (101)
Medium Loading: 225 (69)
Heavy Loading: 150 (46)

Performance Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed OFCR

-40°C to +70°C
-10°C to +70°C

Black, UV resistant PVC jacket
0.40 (10.2) x 0.18 (4.5)
35

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Universal design

Water blocking dielectric strength members placed
parallel to single loose tube, one on each side,
to provide necessary longitudinal strength

3.19 (81)
Install: 300 (1,335)
Long Term: 90 (405)

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Multiple network applications

Available with up to 12-fiber inside a PFM™ gel
filled loose buffer tube

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

OSP COMPOSITE

Water Blocking Thread

Applications

•	 Multiple fiber types including
®
TeraFlex bend resistant

PREMISES COPPER

Toneable FTTP OFCR

Fiber Count

Package

57002x12Q

2

2,500’ Reel

57002x1CQ

2

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57004x12Q

4

2,500’ Reel

57004x1CQ

4

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

57012x12Q

12

2,500’ Reel

57012x1CQ

12

1,000’ Reel-in-a-Box

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

_

_

_

x

1

2 or C

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

fiber type

internal
designator

package
type

internal
designator

product family

fiber count (001-012)

Q

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-35

TECHNICAL INFO

7

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number Designators
5

PREMISES COPPER

Figure 8 FTTP
Series 573Q

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Figure 8 FTTP offers an aerial solution for fiber to the premise applications.
This small profile aerial cable incorporates a 2.1 mm solid steel strand
supporting a single enhanced loose tube containing up to 12 optical fibers
and PFM™ gel. The small profile reduces cost and problems associated
with wind or ice load. This is a water-blocked design, using a “dry” water
absorbing thread to prevent the migration of moisture. A black, weather
resistant jacket of PVC completes the cable construction.
EHS Steel Messenger

OSP FIBER

Applications
•	 Aerial self support drop cables
•	 Broadband network
•	 Local loop

UV Resistant Jacket

•	 Fiber to the premise

OSP COMPOSITE

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Rip Cord

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Fiber Count

Available in 1-fiber up to 12-fiber inside
™
a PFM gel filled loose buffer tube

Strength Members
Jacket
Nominal Diameter in (mm)
Major Dimension in (mm)
Nominal Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)

2.1 mm solid steel strand

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 300 (1,334)
Long Term: 90 (400)

Minimum Bend Radius in (mm)

Install: 3.6 (91)
Long Term: 1.8 (46)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation 573Q
RoHS-compliant

Features

Benefits

•	 Available with1-fiber
up to 12-fiber

•	 Offers the maximum bandwidth
for FTTP business, etc.

•	 Multiple fiber types including
®
TeraFlex bend resistant

•	 Multiple network applications

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces
installation time and labor cost

•	 Dry (SAP) core standard

•	 Reduces cable prep
and installation time

•	 PVC jacket

•	 Improves flexibility

•	 Steel messenger

•	 Allows use of standard hardware

Black, weather resistant PVC jacket
0.18 (4.5)
0.35 (8.9)
34 (50)

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-10°C to +60°C

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number¹

Fiber Count

57001x23Q

1

57002x23Q

2

57004x23Q

4

57006x23Q

6

57008x23Q

8

57012x23Q

12

Part Number Designators

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

5

7

_

_

_

x

2

3

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (001-012)

fiber type

Q
9
internal
designator

internal designator

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

¹Replace “x” with:

Multimode Optical Fiber
®

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

TeraGain®
62.5/125
¹Replace “x” with:

6

TeraGain Laser Optimized 50/125
10G/150

10G/300

10G/550

A

B

F

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-36

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.3

Series W7

UV Resistant OFNR Jacket
Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

OSP FIBER

OFNR Jacket
Aramid Yarns
900 µm Tight Buffered
Optical Fiber

Water Blocking Dielectric
Strength Member

•	 Universal design

•	 Aerial, direct bury or conduit,
all dielectric

•	 Toneable design

•	 Copper element allows
for toneable location

•	 Dielectric rods

•	 Excellent crush resistance

•	 Indoor/outdoor design

•	 Tight Buffered cable can be
placed in a riser environment
and is UL listed

Specifications

•	 Meets GR-20 specifications

•	 Industry accepted standard
for OSP installations

•	 Cable in a cable

•	 Eliminates splice at premises wall

Simplex OFNR Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
Simplex OFNR Bend Radius
in (mm)
Cable Bend Radius
in (mm)

®
•	 TeraFlex fiber in a flexible tight •	 Inner cable can be wrapped
buffer cable design
around corners and stapled
with no attenuation issues

0.11 (2.9)
Install: 2.2 (56)
Long Term: 1.1 (28)
Install: 3.6 (91)
Long Term: 1.8 (46)

Cable Tensile Load lbs (N)

Install: 300 (1,350)
Long Term: 90 (405)

Maximum Span Length at 1% Sag
ft (m)

Light Loading: 350 (101)
Medium Loading: 275 (84)
Heavy Loading: 150 (46)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
Telcordia GR-409-CORE
RoHS-compliant

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Benefits

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Optional Toneable
Copper Element

Features

Macro Bending Performance
10 Turns on 15 mm Radius Mandrel

ITU G 657 A

TeraFlex®

Macro bending loss @ 1550 nm

0.25 dB Max.

≤ 0.20 dB

Macro bending loss @ 1625 nm

1.00 dB Max.

≤ 0.50 dB

1 Turn on 10 mm Radius Mandrel

ITU G 657 A

TeraFlex®

-40°C to +70°C

Macro bending loss @ 1550 nm

0.75 dB Max.

≤ 0.20 dB

-10°C to +70°C

Macro bending loss @ 1625 nm

1.50 dB Max.

≤ 0.20 dB

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

TeraFlex® is an ITU G 657 A optical fiber that is completely compatible with ITU G 652 D
optical fibers. TeraFlex exceeds the performance standards of ITU G 657 A as listed above.

Nominal Dimensions
in (mm)

Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Universal Indoor/Outdoor FTTP

0.33 (8.2) x 0.18 (4.5)

29 (44)

Toneable Indoor/Outdoor FTTP

0.40 (10.2) x 0.18 (4.5)

31 (47)

Part Number¹

Description

W7001KU01
W7001K101

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number Designators
W

7

0

0

1

K

1 or U

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (001)

fiber type

internal designator

_
9
water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Fiber to the premise for single family residences

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 Drop cables for aerial, direct bury or conduit installations

OSP COMPOSITE

Water Blocking
Thread

Applications

C-37

TECHNICAL INFO

Series W7 FTTP is the first indoor/outdoor drop cable that is rugged
enough for outdoor environments and flexible enough for tight bends
within residences. The patent-pending design utilizes a fully functional
2.9 mm OFNR rated simplex tight buffer cable as the core of a GR-20 OSP
rated FTTP small flat cable. The key benefit of this cable is that it can be
installed from the pedestal to the indoor ONT (Optical Network Terminal)
with no intermediate termination. Significant installation savings can be
realized by avoiding splicing or termination on the outside or inside wall
of the residence. Further savings are realized by using an indoor ONT that
does not require an electrician to install. This completely dry, flat drop
cable is available in universal and toneable designs that are suitable for
aerial, direct bury or conduit installation. A water blocking thread is used
to prevent water penetration.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

FTTP Tight Buffered Indoor/Outdoor Drop

PREMISES COPPER

Dri-Lite® Ribbon
Series R1D

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Dri-Lite® Ribbon Cable is a totally gel free cable. The cable is designed for
Outside Plant (OSP) application, specifically lashed aerial and underground
duct applications. Our industry leading optical ribbons are manufactured
with high dimensional precision and low planarity, which equates to low
losses during mass fusion splicing. The Dri-Lite Ribbon cable features
optical ribbons inside a gel free tube which contains dry water blocking
elements. The core tube contains up to eighteen 12-fiber or 24-fiber ribbons.
Each ribbon unit is discretely identified and captured in an easy peel matrix
for ease of ribbon breakout and management. The core tube is wrapped with
a water blocking tape. Longitudinal strength elements are applied over the
core tube and encased within a black jacket. A rip cord is included under
the jacket for easy access to the core tube.

Dielectric Rods
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

Central Buffer Tube
UV Resistant Jacket
Optical Fiber Ribbons

OSP COMPOSITE

Dry Water Blocking
Elements

Applications

Rip Cords

•	 Lashed aerial
•	 Underground duct
•	 Broadband network

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Fiber Count

Available in 12-fiber up to 432-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation R1D

Environmental Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +60°C

Features

Benefits

•	Gel free water blocking
technology

•	 Reduces preparation time
and labor cost

•	 Available in 12-fiber
up to 432-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types available

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Highly flexible tube

•	 Easier handling and reduced loss

•	 Meets or exceeds Telcordia
and RDUP specifications

•	 Industry approved

•	 Small outer diameter

•	 Up to 432 optical fibers in less
than a 1 inch nominal diameter

•	 Industry leading planarity

•	 Excellent mass splicing results

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

BELL OSP COPPER

R1012xD01

12

0.51 (13.0)

69 (103)

10.2 (260)

5.1 (130)

R1024xD01

24

0.51 (13.0)

69 (103)

10.2 (260)

5.1 (130)

R1048xD01

48

0.59 (15.0)

91 (136)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

R1072xD01

72

0.59 (15.0)

91 (136)

11.8 (300)

5.9 (150)

R1096xD01

96

0.67 (17.0)

115 (171)

13.4 (340)

6.7 (170)

R1144xD01

144

0.67 (17.0)

115 (171)

13.4 (340)

6.7 (170)

OSP COPPER WIRE

R1192xD01

192

0.71 (18.0)

147 (219)

14.2 (360)

7.1 (180)

R1216xD01

216

0.71 (18.0)

147 (219)

14.2 (360)

7.1 (180)

R1288xD01

288

0.78 (19.8)

173 (258)

15.6 (396)

7.8 (198)

R1360xD01

360

0.78 (19.8)

173 (258)

15.6 (396)

7.8 (198)

R1432xD01

432

0.78 (19.8)

173 (258)

15.6 (396)

7.8 (198)

Part Number Designators

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

R

1

_

_

_

x

D

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (012-432)

fiber type

_
9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

¹Replace “x” with:

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-38

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series R2D

Steel Rods
UV Resistant Jacket

OSP FIBER

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Central Buffer Tube
Corrugated Steel Armor
Optical Fiber Ribbons

•	 Broadband network

Features

Benefits

•	Gel free water blocking
technology

•	 Reduces preparation time
and labor cost

•	 Available in 12-fiber
up to 432-fiber

•	 High fiber density

Fiber Count

Available in 12-fiber up to 432-fiber

•	 Multiple fiber types available

•	 Multiple network applications

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

•	 Highly flexible tube

•	 Easier handling and reduced loss

•	 Meets or exceeds Telcordia
and RDUP specifications

•	 Industry approved

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation R2D

•	 Small outer diameter

•	 Up to 432 optical fibers in less
than a 1 inch nominal diameter

•	 Industry leading planarity

•	 Excellent mass splicing results

Specifications

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +60°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

R2012xDS1

12

0.51 (13.0)

110 (164)

10.2 (260)

5.1 (130)

R2024xDS1

24

0.51 (13.0)

110 (164)

10.2 (260)

5.1 (130)

R2048xDS1

48

0.58 (15.0)

135 (201)

11.6 (295)

5.8 (147)

R2072xDS1

72

0.58 (15.0)

137 (203)

11.6 (295)

5.8 (147)

R2096xDS1

96

0.66 (17.0)

163 (242)

13.2 (340)

6.6 (170)

R2144xDS1

144

0.66 (17.0)

166 (247)

13.2 (340)

6.6 (170)

R2192xDS1

192

0.71 (18.0)

172 (256)

14.2 (360)

7.1 (180)

R2216xDS1

216

0.71 (18.0)

172 (256)

14.2 (360)

7.1 (180)

R2288xDS1

288

0.84 (21.3)

226 (337)

16.8 (437)

8.4 (219)

R2360xDS1

360

0.84 (21.3)

226 (337)

16.8 (437)

8.4 (219)

R2432xDS1

432

0.84 (21.3)

226 (337)

16.8 (437)

8.4 (219)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Underground duct

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Rip Cords

•	 Lashed aerial

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Direct bury

OSP COMPOSITE

Dry Water
Blocking Elements

Applications

OSP COPPER WIRE

Dri-Lite® Ribbon Single Armor Cable is a totally gel free cable. The cable
is designed for Outside Plant (OSP) application, specifically direct buried,
lashed aerial and underground duct applications. Our industry leading
optical ribbons are manufactured with high dimensional precision and low
planarity, which equates to low losses during mass fusion splicing. The
Dri-Lite Ribbon Single Armor cable features optical ribbons inside a gel free
tube which contains dry water blocking elements. The core tube contains
up to eighteen 12-fiber or 24-fiber ribbons. Each ribbon unit is discretely
identified and captured in an easy peel matrix for ease of ribbon breakout
and management. The core tube is wrapped with a water blocking tape. A
corrugated steel armor and longitudinal strength elements are applied over
the core tube and encased within a black jacket. Rip cords are included
under the armor for easy access to the core tube.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Dri-Lite® Ribbon Single Armor

_

_

_

x

D

S

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (012-432)

fiber type

_
9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber
¹Replace “x” with:

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-39

TECHNICAL INFO

2

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number Designators
R

Being Green
Less Talk, More Action

We’re not just talking about being green.
We’re doing things that make a real difference.
Our actions, to date, have resulted in
substantial reductions in energy, CO2 emissions, landfill
and other waste. And now our progress on recycling
and conservation is leading the industry.

To get the details for our real progress, visit spsx.com/green.aspx.

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Series S2

Steel Rods

OSP FIBER

Corrugated Steel Armor
Water Blocking Tape
Optical Fiber Ribbons

OSP COMPOSITE

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

•	 Direct bury

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

•	 Broadband network
•	 Local loop

UV Resistant Jacket

•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cables

Rip Cords

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 1,008-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types available

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Multiple stranded tubes

•	 Individual tube access

•	 Corrugated steel armor

•	 Compressive strength, rodent
protection and ease of location

•	 Ribbon fiber

•	 Saves labor cost by offering
mass fusion splicing

Specifications
Fiber Count
Nominal Diameter in (mm)
Nominal Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)

Available in 360-fiber up to 1,008-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 180 (800)

Minimum Bend Radius in (mm)

Install: 25.0 (635)
Long Term: 12.5 (318)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designtaion S2
RoHS-compliant

1.25 (31.8)
552 (821)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Features

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C

BELL OSP COPPER

-30°C to +60°C

Fiber Count

S2360x101

360

S2432x101

432

S2576x101

576

S2864x101

864

S2A08x101

1,008

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Part Number Designators
2

_

_

_

x

1

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (360-A08)

fiber type

_
9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

S

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber
¹Replace “x” with:

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Applications

C-41

TECHNICAL INFO

Stranded Tube Ribbon Single Armor Cable is designed for Outside Plant
(OSP) applications specifically direct bury installations. Our industry leading
optical fiber ribbons are manufactured with high dimensional precision and
low planarity which equates to low losses during mass fusion splicing. The
stranded tube design features optical fibers ribbons placed inside gel filled
tubes. Each tube contains up to 12 discretely identified, 12-fiber ribbons for
maximum design load capacity of 1,008 optical fibers. The core is helically
wrapped with water blocking strength members. A corrugated steel armor
is applied over the stranded core. Rigid steel rods encased in a outer jacket
completes the construction. Rip cords are included under the armor for
ease of entry.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Stranded Tube Ribbon Single Armor

PREMISES COPPER

Single Tube Ribbon
Series R1

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Single Tube Ribbon Cable is designed for Outside Plant (OSP) applications,
specifically lashed aerial and underground duct installations. Our industry
leading optical ribbons are manufactured with high dimensional precision
and low planarity, which equates to low losses during mass fusion spicing.
The Single Tube Ribbon Cable features optical ribbons inside a single PFM™
gel filled tube. The core tube includes up to eighteen 12-fiber or 24-fiber
ribbons. Each 12-fiber ribbon unit is discretely identified and captured in an
easy peel matrix for ease of ribbon breakout and management. The core tube
is wrapped with a water blocking tape. Longitudinal strength elements are
applied over the core tube and encased within a black jacket. A rip cord is
included under the jacket for easy access to the core tube.

Dielectric Outer
Strength Members
UV Resistant Jacket

OSP FIBER

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber Ribbons

Applications

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Lashed aerial, underground duct

Rip Cords

•	 Broadband network
•	 Local loop
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cables

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications

Features

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 432-fiber

•	 High fiber density

•	 Multiple fiber types available

•	 Multiple network applications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Fiber Count

Available in 12-fiber up to 432-fiber

•	 Dielectric strength members

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

•	 Dielectric design eliminates
grounding issues

•	 Highly flexible tube

•	 Easy handling and easy
tube access

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation SLT-R
RoHS-compliant

•	 Ribbon fiber

•	 Saves labor cost by offering
mass fusion splicing

•	 Meets or exceeds Bellcore
and RDUP specifications

•	 Industry approved

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel allows for easier
and faster clean up

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +60°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number¹

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Count

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)

BELL OSP COPPER

R1012x101

12

0.47 (12.0)

76 (113)

9.4 (239)

4.7 (119)

R1048x101

48

0.47 (11.9)

76 (113)

9.4 (239)

4.7 (119)

R1072x101

72

0.55 (13.9)

101 (149)

11.0 (279)

5.5 (140)

R1096x101

96

0.55 (13.9)

101 (149)

11.0 (279)

5.5 (140)

R1144x101

144

0.63 (15.9)

131 (195)

12.6 (320)

6.3 (160)

R1192x101

192

0.67 (17.0)

150 (223)

13.4 (340)

6.7 (170)

OSP COPPER WIRE

R1216x101

216

0.67 (17.0)

150 (223)

13.4 (340)

6.7 (170)

R1288x101

288

0.79 (20.0)

188 (280)

15.8 (401)

7.9 (201)

R1360x101

360

0.79 (20.0)

188 (280)

15.8 (401)

7.9 (201)

R1432x101

432

0.79 (20.0)

188 (280)

15.8 (401)

7.9 (201)

Part Number Designators

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

R

1

_

_

_

x

1

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (012-432)

fiber type

_
9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

¹Replace “x” with:

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

C-42

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Series R2

Rigid Steel Outer
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

UV Resistant Jacket
Corrugated Steel Armor
PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber Ribbons

Rip Cords

•	 Local loop
•	 Trunk, distribution and feeder cables

Features

Benefits

•	 Available with up to 432-fiber
•	 Multiple fiber types available
•	 Metallic outer strength members

•	 High fiber density
•	 Multiple network applications
•	 Metallic design offers
easy location
•	 Easy handling and easy
tube access

•	 Highly flexible tube
•	 Corrugated steel armor

Specifications

•	 Compressive strength, rodent
protection and ease of location
•	 Saves labor cost by offering
mass fusion splicing
•	 Industry approved

•	 Ribbon fiber
•	 Meets or exceeds Bellcore
and RDUP specifications
™
•	 PFM gel

Fiber Count

Available in 12-fiber up to 432-fiber

Maximum Tensile Loading lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
RDUP PE-90 Designation SLT-R
RoHS-compliant

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

•	 Non-sticky gel allows for easier
and faster clean up

-40°C to +70°C
-30°C to +60°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number¹

Fiber Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

R2012x1S1
R2024x1S1
R2036x1S1
R2048x1S1
R2072x1S1
R2096x1S1
R2144x1S1
R2192x1S1
R2216x1S1
R2288x1S1
R2360x1S1
R2432x1S1

12
24
36
48
72
96
144
192
216
288
360
432

0.51 (13.0)
0.51 (13.0)
0.51 (13.0)
0.51 (13.0)
0.58 (15.0)
0.58 (15.0)
0.66 (17.0)
0.66 (17.0)
0.66 (17.0)
0.84 (21.0)
0.84 (21.0)
0.84 (21.0)

Nominal Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)
118 (175)
118 (175)
118 (175)
118 (175)
150 (223)
150 (223)
187 (279)
195 (290)
195 (290)
256 (381)
256 (381)
256 (381)

Minimum Bend Radius
Install
Long Term
in (mm)
in (mm)
10.2 (259)
10.2 (259)
10.2 (259)
10.2 (259)
11.6 (295)
11.6 (295)
13.2 (335)
13.6 (345)
13.6 (345)
16.8 (420)
16.8 (420)
16.8 (420)

5.1 (130)
5.1 (130)
5.1 (130)
5.1 (130)
5.8 (147)
5.8 (147)
6.0 (152)
6.8 (173)
6.8 (173)
8.4 (210)
8.4 (210)
8.4 (210)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Broadband network

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Direct bury

OSP COMPOSITE

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

BELL OSP COPPER

Applications

OSP COPPER WIRE

Single Tube Ribbon Single Armor Cable is designed for Outside Plant (OSP)
applications, specifically lashed aerial and underground duct installations.
Our industry leading optical ribbons are manufactured with high dimensional
precision and low planarity, which equates to low losses during mass
fusion spicing. The Single Tube Ribbon Single Armor cable features optical
ribbons inside a single PFM™ gel filled tube. The core tube includes up to
eighteen 12-fiber or 24-fiber ribbons. Each 12-fiber ribbon unit is discretely
identified and captured in an easy peel matrix for ease of ribbon breakout
and management. The core tube is wrapped with a water blocking tape. A
corrugated steel armor and longitudinal strength elements are applied over
the core tube and encased within a black jacket. Rip cords are included
under the armor for easy access to the core tube.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Single Tube Ribbon Single Armor

Part Number Designators
_

_

_

x

1

S

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

product family

fiber count (012-432)

fiber type

_

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

2

9

internal designator

water block/
marking (1-8)

Contact Customer Service for availability of non-standard offerings.
See "Optical Fiber Cable" options in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for flooding and jacket marking options.

Single Mode Optical Fiber
¹Replace “x” with:

Conventional

Reduced
Water Peak

Zero
Water Peak

TeraFlex®
Bend Resistant

NZDS

9

3

2

K

8

See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

C-43

TECHNICAL INFO

R

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

D-2
D-3
D-4
D-5
D-6
D-7
D-8

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

D-1

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Composite Right of Way Series MR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite Category 5e Drop Series 5F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite Drop Web Series 71 W  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite Drop Overjacket Series 71 OJ  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite OSP Web Series 5V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite OSP Overjacket Series 70 OJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Composite Round CF Series L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OSP FIBER

Table of Contents

OSP COMPOSITE

OSP COMPOSITE

PREMISES COPPER

Composite Right of Way
Series MR

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The Composite Right of Way Series MR cable is designed to meet the
network requirements for both twisted copper pair and optical fiber. The
small 0.65 inch (16.6 mm) profile of this design easily fits into a 1-inch
conduit. The cable operates within a temperature range of -40˚C to +70˚C,
provides a maximum tensile strength of 600 lbs, and incorporates 12,
24 AWG twisted copper pairs and up to 72 strands of optical fiber. The core,
12 pairs of 24 AWG gel-filled copper, is surrounded by 12 gel-filled tubes
each containing 6 optical fibers. The core is water-blocked with super
absorbant polymers and then encased in a steel armor. Two steel rods for
anti-buckling are included in the outer jacket.

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube

OSP FIBER

Corrugated Steel Armor
Ripcords (outside shield)

Applications

Steel Strength Members

•	 Small conduits

OSP COMPOSITE

12 x 24 AWG Foam Skin
Copper Pairs in Gel Filled Core
Water Swellable Tape

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Features

Benefits

•	 Fiber and twisted copper pair

•	 Offers the maximum bandwidth
for FTTP business, etc.

•	 Single unit construction

•	 Lower installation costs

•	 Available with up to 72-fiber

•	 High capacity

•	 Small nominal diameter

•	 Suitable for small (1 inch) conduit
applications

MDPE Outer Jacket
Ripcords (inside shield)

OSP Copper Specifications
Conductor
Core Filling

12-pair 24 AWG (0.51 mm) solid annealed copper
Thixotropic gel

Stranded Loose Tube Optical Fiber Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Construction

Loose tubes design features optical fibers placed
™
inside a PFM gel filled tube

Fiber Type
Fiber Count

RWP SMF (other fiber types available)
Up to 72 optical fibers

Composite Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Construction

Copper pairs at center of cable surrounded by
stranded loose tubes of optical fiber

Water Block
Shield
Strength Members
Jacket

Super absorbent polymer tape

Standards Compliance

Telcordia GR-20-CORE
ICEA S-84-608-2007

Corrugated steel armor
Two steel strength members embedded in jacket
MDPE

OSP COPPER WIRE

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-10°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number

Fiber Count

Fiber Type

Nominal
Diameter
in (mm)

MR0723011

72

RWP SMF

0.65 (16.6)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Install Bend
Radius
in (mm)

160 (237)

13 (332)

Maximum Tensile Load
Install
Long Term
lbs (N)
lbs (N)
600 (2700)

200 (890)

Part number listed are RWP single mode optical fiber only. Other fiber types are available.
See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

D-2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 8/10 Ed 10.1

Series 5F

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Series 5F combines the broadband performance of CAT 5e with the unlimited
capacity of optical fiber. A BBDNE CAT 5e Outside Plant (OSP) cable and a
Series 513 optical fiber cable are overjacketed into one cable in order to
offer flexibility and ease of installation.

Applications
Aluminum Tape Shield
Polyolefin Insulation

•	 Ease of use

•	 Single unit construction

•	 Lower installation costs

•	 Available with 1-fiber
up to 12-fiber

•	 High capacity

Sunlight and Weather Resistant
Outer Jacket with Web Separator
PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces
installation time and labor cost

Optical Fiber
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 PFM gel

24 AWG Copper Conductor

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Overjacket design

Fully Filled Water Repellent Core

Rip Cords

CAT 5e OSP Copper Specifications
Conductor
Core Filling
Shield
Water Block

4-pair 24 AWG solid annealed copper
Thixotropic gel
Coated smooth aluminum tape
Super absorbent polymer

Series 513 Optical Fiber Specifications
Construction

Single loose tube design features optical fibers
™
placed inside a PFM gel filled tube

Fiber Type
Fiber Count

RWP SMF (other fiber types available)

Strength Members

Core is helically wrapped with dielectric water
blocking strength members

Water Block

Super absorbent polymer

Up to 12 optical fibers

Composite Specifications
Single Jacket Design

Copper and fiber independent cables are jacketed
into one cable in order to offer flexibility and ease
of installation

Standards Compliance

Copper and fiber cables meet applicable
Telcordia and TIA standards

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-10°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

Part Number

Fiber
Count

11-003-30

4

Fiber Type

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Bend Radius
in (mm)

RWP SMF

0.63 (16) x 0.43 (10.9)

100 (148.8)

5.5 (139.7)

Maximum Tensile Load
Install
Long Term
lbs (N)
lbs (N)

Standard
Quantity
ft (m)

300 (136)

5,000 (1,524)

100 (45)

Part number listed are RWP single mode optical fiber only. Other fiber types are available.
See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Offers the maximum bandwidth
for FTTP business, etc.

BELL OSP COPPER

Benefits

•	 Fiber and CAT 5e

OSP COPPER WIRE

Features

™

OSP FIBER

Inner Jacket

•	 Fiber to the premise

D-3

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 Broadband network

TECHNICAL INFO

•	 Drop cables

PREMISES COPPER

Composite Category 5e Drop

PREMISES COPPER

Composite Drop Web
Series 71 W

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Series 71 W Composite Drop Cables combine fiber and copper technologies
in a web design. The composite design provides a cost benefit compared
to installing separate fiber and copper cables. The independent Series
513 optical fiber cable and the BSW Outside Plant (OSP) copper cable are
combined in a single jacket design utilizing a web separator. This lightweight
design is easy to access since the cables are easily separated at the web. In
addition, each independent cable also contains a rip cord.

Corrugated Armor
Polyolefin Insulation

Applications

OSP FIBER

ETPR Filling Compound

•	 Network power and FTTP

Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

•	 Drop cables

Core Wrap

Features

OSP COMPOSITE

UV Resistant Jacket
with Web Separator

Benefits

•	 Independent fiber and copper
•	 Reduces cost of cable and labor
cables combined in a web design

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube
Optical Fiber
Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Rip Cords

•	 Web design

•	 Easy separation of technologies

•	 Combined transport technologies
in one cable

•	 Cost-effective installation

•	 Optical/electrical technology

•	 Ideal for multiple projects,
voice, video, data and powering

•	 Multiple fiber types available

•	 Multiple applications

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces
installation time and labor cost

BSW OSP Copper Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor
Insulation
Core Wrap
Filling Compound
Shield

Solid annealed copper
Solid polyolefin

Composite Specifications

Non-hygroscopic
80°C ETPR compound for water blocking protection
Corrugated armor

Series 513 Optical Fiber Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Construction

Single loose tube design features optical fibers
™
placed inside a PFM gel filled tube

Fiber Type
Fiber Count

RWP SMF (other fiber types available)

Strength Members

Core is helically wrapped with dielectric water
blocking strength members

Up to 12 optical fibers

Single Jacket Design

Copper and fiber jackets joined by a web
separator that can be split to direct the cables
to separate locations

Standard Package

8,000’ Reel

Standards Compliance

Copper and fiber cables meet applicable Telcordia,
RDUP and ICEA specifications
RoHS-compliant

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-20°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number

Copper Pair Count
x AWG

Fiber Count

Fiber Type

Copper Component
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Component
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

5W002302Q

2 x 19

2

RWP SMF

0.31 (7.9)

0.26 (6.7)

131 (195)

71-202-12

5 x 19

2

RWP SMF

0.36 (9.1)

0.26 (6.7)

179 (266)

5W002301Q

2 x 22

2

RWP SMF

0.27 (6.9)

0.26 (6.7)

114 (170)

5W002303Q

5 x 22

2

RWP SMF

0.32 (8.1)

0.26 (6.7)

136 (202)

5W004301Q

6 x 22

4

RWP SMF

0.36 (9.1)

0.26 (6.7)

149 (222)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part numbers listed are RWP single mode optical fiber only. Other fiber types are available.
See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

D-4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.2

Series 71 OJ

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Series 71 OJ Composite Drop Cables combine fiber and copper technologies
in an overjacket design. The independent Series 513 optical fiber cable
and the BSW Outside Plant (OSP) copper cable are combined into one
overjacketed cable. The composite design provides a cost benefit compared
to installing separate fiber and copper cables.
UV Resistant Jacket

This design allows great flexibility regarding the independent cables used in
the overall construction. These independent cables are encased in an outer
jacket with a rip cord included for ease of entry.

Corrugated Armor

OSP FIBER

Solid Annealed Copper Conductor

Applications

ETPR Filling Compound

•	 Network power and FTTP

Polyolefin Insulation

•	 Drop cables

Core Wrap

Benefits

•	 Independent fiber and
copper cables combined
in a overjacket design

•	 Lightweight, flexible construction

•	 Overjacket design

•	 Easy separation of technologies

•	 Combined transport technologies
in one cable

•	 Cost-effective installation

•	 Various combinations and
multiple fiber types available

•	 Ideal for multiple projects

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces
installation time and labor cost

OSP COMPOSITE

UV Resistant Overjacket

Features

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Optical Fiber
PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

Standard Package

8,000’ Reel

Standards Compliance

Copper and fiber cables meet applicable Telcordia,
RDUP and ICEA specifications
RoHS-compliant

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-20°C to +70°C

Solid polyolefin
Non-hygroscopic
80°C ETPR compound for water blocking protection
Corrugated armor

Series 513 Optical Fiber Specifications
Construction

Single loose tube design features optical fibers
™
placed inside a PFM gel filled tube

Fiber Type
Fiber Count

RWP SMF (other fiber types available)

Strength Members

Core is helically wrapped with dielectric water
blocking strength members

Up to 12 optical fibers

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Copper Pair Count
x AWG

Fiber Count

Fiber Type

Copper Component
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Component
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

71-055-02

2 x 22

2

RWP SMF

0.27 (6.9)

0.26 (6.7)

114 (170)

71-402-02

5 x 22

2

RWP SMF

0.32 (8.1)

0.26 (6.7)

136 (202)

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

D-5

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part numbers listed are RWP single mode optical fiber only. Other fiber types are available.
See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

BELL OSP COPPER

Independent copper and fiber cables are encased
in a outer jacket with a rip cord

Solid annealed copper

OSP COPPER WIRE

Single Jacket Design

Conductor
Insulation
Core Wrap
Filling Compound
Shield

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Rip Cords
UV Resistant Jacket

BSW OSP Copper Specifications

Composite Specifications

PREMISES COPPER

Composite Drop Overjacket

PREMISES COPPER

Composite OSP Web
Series 5V

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Series 5V Cables are designed for Outside Plant (OSP) broadband
applications. These cables combine copper and optical fiber technologies
into one composite cable and are suitable for voice, video and data
communications. The copper cable offers the option of providing network
power to eliminate the cost of local powering. The wide range of copper and
fiber counts make this cable ideal for most projects.

Corrugated Steel Tape

The construction of this product combines an ANAW OSP copper cable and
a Series 51 optical fiber cable. These independent cables are simultaneously
jacketed in a polyethylene outer jacket with a rip cord included for ease of
entry. The web connects the cables and can be easily split to direct the
cables to different locations.

Corrugated Aluminum Tape

OSP FIBER

ETPR Filling Compound
Polyolefin Insulation
Solid Annealed Copper Conductor

Applications

Core Wrap

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Direct bury, conduit, lashed aerial
UV Resistant Jacket
with Web Separator
PFM Gel Filled Tube
™

Optical Fiber

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members
Rip Cords

Features

Benefits

•	 Independent fiber and copper
cables under one jacket

•	 Reduces labor cost

•	 Web design

•	 Easy separation
to different locations

•	 Optical/electrical technology

•	 Ideal for voice, video and data

•	 Web design

•	 Lower cost

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces
installation time and labor cost

ANAW OSP Copper Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor

22 AWG solid annealed copper

Insulation

Inner layer of foamed, natural polyolefin covered
by an outer layer of solid, colored polyolefin

Core Wrap
Filling Compound

Non-hygroscopic
80°C ETPR compound for water blocking protection
Corrugated 8 mil aluminum tape covered by a
corrugated bare 6 mil steel tape; both inner and
outer surfaces of the tapes are flooded to provide
a moisture barrier and inhibit corrosion

Shield

Composite Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Single Jacket Design

Copper and fiber independent cables are
simultaneously jacketed in a polyethylene outer
jacket with a rip cord included for ease of entry
Web connects the cables and can be easily split to
direct the cables to different locations

Standards Compliance

Copper and fiber cables meet applicable Telcordia
Specifications (GR-421-Core, GR-20 Core)

Series 51 Optical Fiber Specifications
Construction

Single loose tube design features optical fibers placed
™
inside a PFM gel filled tube

Fiber Type

RWP SMF (other fiber types available)

Fiber Count

Up to 8 optical fiber bundles, each containing up to
12-fiber within a color coded binder

OSP COPPER WIRE

Strength Members

Core is helically wrapped with dielectric water
blocking strength members

Environmental Specifications
Operation/Storage
Installation

-40°C to +70°C
-20°C to +70°C

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Fiber Type

Copper Component
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Component
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Quantity
ft

6

RWP SMF

0.45 (11)

0.37 (9)

176 (262)

14,800’ Reel

6

RWP SMF

0.56 (14)

0.37 (9)

234 (348)

14,800’ Reel

12

12

RWP SMF

0.56 (14)

0.37 (9)

234 (348)

14,800’ Reel

5V0183181

18

18

RWP SMF

0.61 (15)

0.37 (9)

285 (425)

14,800’ Reel

5V0123251

25

12

RWP SMF

0.72 (18)

0.37 (9)

355 (528)

12,700’ Reel

5V0243251

25

24

RWP SMF

0.72 (18)

0.37 (9)

355 (528)

12,700’ Reel

Copper
Pair Count

Fiber Count

5V0063061

6

5V0063121

12

5V0123121

Part Number
CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part numbers listed are RWP single mode optical fiber only. Other fiber types are available.
See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

TECHNICAL INFO

D-6

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Series 70 OJ

Series 70 OJ Cables are designed for Outside Plant (OSP) broadband
applications. These cables combine copper and optical fiber technologies
into one composite cable and are suitable for voice, video and data
communications. The copper cable offers the option of providing network
power to eliminate the cost of local powering. The wide range of copper and
fiber counts make this cable ideal for most projects.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

UV Resistant Jacket
Corrugated Steel Tape

The construction of this product combines an ANAW OSP copper cable and
a Series 51 optical fiber cable. These independent cables are encased in an
outer jacket with a rip cord included for ease of use.

Corrugated Aluminum Tape

OSP FIBER

Solid Annealed Copper Conductor
Polyolefin Insulation

Applications

ETPR Filling Compound

•	 Direct bury, conduit, lashed aerial

Optical Fiber

•	 Ideal for voice, video and data

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces
installation time and labor cost

Rip Cords
UV Resistant Overjacket

ANAW OSP Copper Specifications

Composite Specifications
Single Jacket Design

Copper and fiber independent cables are encased
in an overjacket with a rip cord included for ease
of use

Standards Compliance

Copper and fiber cables meet applicable Telcordia
Specifications (GR-421-Core, GR-20 Core)

Environmental Specifications
-40°C to +70°C
-20°C to +70°C

Conductor

22 AWG solid annealed copper

Insulation

Inner layer of foamed, natural polyolefin covered
by an outer layer of solid, colored polyolefin

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic

Filling Compound

80°C ETPR compound provides water blocking
protection

Shield

Corrugated 8 mil aluminum tape covered by a
corrugated bare 6 mil steel tape; both inner
and outer surfaces of the tapes are flooded to
provide a moisture barrier and inhibit corrosion

Series 51 Optical Fiber Specifications
Construction

Single loose tube design features optical fibers
™
placed inside a PFM gel filled tube

Fiber Type

RWP SMF (other fiber types available)

Fiber Count

Up to 8 optical fiber bundles, each containing up to
12-fiber within a color coded binder

Strength Members

Core is helically wrapped with dielectric water
blocking strength members

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Fiber Type

Copper Component
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Fiber Component
Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Quantity
ft

18

RWP SMF

0.76 (19)

0.37 (9)

443 (658)

11,100’ Reel

36

RWP SMF

0.76 (19)

0.37 (9)

443 (658)

11,100’ Reel

50

24

RWP SMF

0.88 (22)

0.37 (9)

546 (811)

8,900’ Reel

70-065-48

50

48

RWP SMF

0.88 (22)

0.37 (9)

546 (811)

8,900’ Reel

70-067-36

75

36

RWP SMF

1.00 (25)

0.37 (9)

724 (1,077)

6,000’ Reel

70-067-72

75

72

RWP SMF

1.00 (25)

0.51 (13)

734 (1,092)

6,000’ Reel

70-069-48

100

48

RWP SMF

1.15 (29)

0.37 (9)

895 (1,331)

6,000’ Reel

70-069-72

100

72

RWP SMF

1.15 (29)

0.51 (13)

924 (1,374)

6,000’ Reel

70-071-72

150

72

RWP SMF

1.34 (34)

0.51 (13)

1,260 (1,874)

3,000’ Reel

70-071-96

150

96

RWP SMF

1.34 (34)

0.51 (13)

1,260 (1,874)

3,000’ Reel

70-073-96

200

96

RWP SMF

1.50 (38)

0.51 (13)

1,615 (2,403)

2,500’ Reel

Part Number

Copper
Pair Count

Fiber Count

70-425-18

36

70-425-36

36

70-065-24

Part numbers listed are RWP single mode optical fiber only. Other fiber types are available.
See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

D-7

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Optical/Electrical Technology

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Easy separation
to different locations

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Overjacket design

PFM™ Gel Filled Tube

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 Reduces labor cost

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 Independent fiber and copper
cables under one jacket

UV Resistant Jacket

TECHNICAL INFO

Benefits

OSP COMPOSITE

Core Wrap

Features

Operation/Storage
Installation

PREMISES COPPER

Composite OSP Overjacket

PREMISES COPPER

Composite Round CF
Series L

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Series L Cables combine the attributes of optical fiber and copper
technologies in a single cable. Designed for Outside Plant (OSP) applications,
these cables improve network flexibility by addressing the need to transmit
electrical power while providing virtually unlimited bandwidth to the
subscriber. Labor savings are also realized making this product ideal for
various projects.

Dielectric Water Blocking
Strength Members

OSP FIBER

Optical Fiber in PFM™ Gel
Filled Buffer Tube
Filler Rod
Dielectric Central Strength Member
Solid Annealed
Copper Conductor

OSP COMPOSITE

Polyolefin Insulation
Rip Cord
UV Resistant Jacket

Features

Benefits

•	 Fiber tubes and copper pairs
in one jacket

•	 Reduced material cost and
significant installation savings

•	 Wide range of copper
and fiber counts

•	 Sizes available for large
and small projects

•	 Single mode, multimode
and hybrid designs

•	 Multiple network applications

•	 Copper twisted pairs

•	 Capable of voice transmission,
cable location and site powering

•	 Various cable designs

•	 Multiple applications

™
•	 PFM gel

•	 Non-sticky gel reduces
installation time and labor cost

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Note

Specifications
Construction
Fiber Type

Loose tube, single jacket

•	 Special cable lengths are available upon request

RWP SMF (other fiber types available)

Maximum Tensile Load lbs (N)

Install: 600 (2,700)
Long Term: 200 (890)

•	 Please contact your Superior Essex sales professional
with your application requirements

Standards Compliance

Copper and fiber cables meet applicable
Telcordia and RDUP specifications
RoHS-compliant

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Conductor DC
Resistance @ 68°F
Maximum Individual
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

22 (0.64)

91.0 (56.6)

Dielectric Strength DC
Potential – Volts
Resistance Unbalance
Minimum
Maximum
Conductor to Conductor
Individual Pair %
5.0

Maximum Voltage

Maximum Amperage/
Conductor

150 vDC

1.0 A

5,000

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number

Copper
Pair Count

Fiber Count

Fiber Type

Optional
Shield

Filling
Compound

Length
Marking

Nominal O.D.
in (mm)

Appox. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

11024C02Q

1

24

RWP SMF

-

dry

feet

0.43 (10.85)

58 (86)

11024D01Q

2

24

RWP SMF

-

flood

meters

0.43 (10.85)

69 (103)

12024D01Q

6

24

RWP SMF

Single Armor

dry

feet

0.60 (16.05)

156 (232)

12024D02Q

2

24

RWP SMF

Single Armor

flood

meters

0.48 (12.20)

107 (160)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part number listed are RWP single mode optical fiber only. Other fiber types are available.
See the "Optical Fiber Selection Chart" in the "TECHNICAL INFO" section for detailed fiber type specifications.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

D-8

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Where is the mission taking you?
Superior Essex will meet you there.
Superior Essex has a long, reputable track record
for providing comprehensive OSP and Premises
Optical Fiber and Copper solutions to government
agencies. Our products are trusted and installed
in applications around the world that vary from
the Pentagon to NASA to Bagram.
Our online Government Resource Center is dedicated
to helping cabling contractors, cabling consultants
and government users find information and tools
needed to help them specify Superior Essex products
in government related installations.
Wherever the mission takes you, we’ll be there.
Discover how at SuperiorEssex.com/Govt.aspx.

Photos courtesy of U.S. Department of Defense

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

E-1

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

ABAM (600B) and ABMM Series Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2
1249C Series Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3
1161A Series Category 3 Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4
600C Series Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-5
25-Pair Category 5e Shielded CMR  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-6
Switchboard 100 Ohm Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-8
Switchboard 100 Ohm Central Office
200A/800A Series (Canadian Color Code)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-10
T100 Series Central Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-11
Switchboard 85 and Shielded Switchboard 85  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-12
Distribution Frame Wire DFW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-13
Heavy Duty Distribution Frame Wire HD-DFW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-14
Tight Twist Distribution Frame Wire DFW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-15

OSP COMPOSITE

Table of Contents

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

PREMISES COPPER

ABAM (600B) and ABMM Series Central Office
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The ABAM (600B) and ABMM Series Central Office (CO) Cables are designed
for use between switching and transmission equipment for distances up to
650 feet. The ABAM (600B) series offers low attenuation by using 22 AWG
conductors. Both ABAM (600B) and ABMM series (24 AWG) are manufactured
with a dark gray smooth PVC jacket and a 0.008 inch corrugated aluminum
shield for additional Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) reduction.

Applications
•	 T1/DS1

OSP FIBER

•	 T1C/DS1C
•	 DS2
•	 4 Mbps token ring (IEEE 802.5)

Specifications

OSP COMPOSITE

Conductor

•	 10 Mbps 10BASE-T ethernet (IEEE 802.3)

Tinned copper
ABAM: 22 (0.6)
ABMM: 24 (0.5)
PE/PVC

AWG (mm)
Insulation
Shield
Jacket

Corrugated 8 mil aluminum bonded to the outer jacket

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Gray PVC
Printed at 2 foot intervals on the jacket; information includes
product identification, pair count, UL information and
sequential lengths in feet and meters
Reel
Telcordia GR-137 (select sections)
Telcordia GR-111
UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant
UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Jacket Marking
Package

Performance
Compliance

NRTL Programs

Features

Benefits

•	 22 and 24 AWG tinned
copper conductors

•	 Low attenuation, enabling
longer run length; tinned copper
conductors minimize change in
wire-wrap joint resistance
•	 Impedance mismatch with Outside
Plant (OSP) cables is minimized
•	 Higher EMI isolation over foil
shields; great mechanical strength
•	 Suitable for horizontal
and vertical installations
•	 Suitable for network applications
•	 Easy identification of conductor
ring mates
•	 Added ease of jacket removal

•	 100 Ohm nominal Impedance
•	 0.008 inch corrugated
aluminum shield
•	 CMR listed
•	 CAT 3 compliant
•	 Band marked conductors
•	 Rip cord

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Product Code

Pair Count

55-399-25
55-499-25
55-599-25
55-799-25
55-899-25
55-999-25
55-A99-25
55-B99-25
55-C99-25
55-D99-25
55-E99-25

606B
607B
608B
609B
616B
613B
615B
610B
618B
612B
611B

6
12
16
25
28
30
32
50
56
75
100

55-799-24
55-B99-24
55-E99-24
55-V99-24
55-W99-24

-

25
50
100
600
900

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

0.42 (11)
0.50 (13)
0.55 (14)
0.65 (17)
0.68 (17)
0.69 (18)
0.71 (18)
0.84 (21)
0.88 (22)
1.02 (26)
1.14 (29)

87 (129)
132 (196)
159 (237)
224 (333)
244 (363)
257 (382)
270 (402)
383 (570)
420 (625)
561 (835)
711 (1,058)

10,000 (3,048)
7,000 (2,135)
7,000 (2,135)
5,000 (1,524)
7,500 (2,285)
5,000 (1,524)
5,000 (1,524)
7,500 (2,285)
3,000 (915)
3,000 (915)
7,500 (2,285)

0.57 (15)
0.73 (19)
0.99 (25)
2.10 (53)
2.51 (64)

164 (244)
276 (411)
505 (725)
2,378 (3,539)
3,456 (5,143)

10,000 (3,048)
10,000 (3,048)
10,000 (3,048)
1,000 (305)
1,000 (305)

ABAM

BELL OSP COPPER

ABMM
OSP COPPER WIRE

Electrical Specifications

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Frequency
MHz

Attenuation @ 68˚F (20˚C)
Maximum Guaranteed
dB/100 m

PSNEXT
Minimum Guaranteed
dB/100 m

Minimum SRL
dB/100 m

0.772
1
4
8
10
16

2.2
2.6
5.6
8.5
9.7
13.1

43
41
32
27
26
23

12
12
12
12
12
10

TECHNICAL INFO

Characteristic Impedance
Ohms

Delay Skew Maximum
ns/100 m

DC Resistance Maximum
Ohms/100 m

Resistance Unbalance Maximum
%

100 ± 15

45

9.38

5

E-2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The 1249C Series Central Office (CO) Cables are designed for use between
switching and transmission equipment for distances up to 450 feet. With
short twist lays, 1249C series offers superior crosstalk performance over
standard telephone cable. It is manufactured with a dual foil shield for
additional Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) reduction and is double
jacketed for protection of the twisted pairs. The 1249C series meets or
exceeds all applicable requirements of Telcordia GR-137 specifications.

PREMISES COPPER

1249C Series Central Office

Applications
OSP FIBER

•	 T1/DS1
•	 T1C/DS1C
•	 DS2

OSP COMPOSITE

26 (0.4)
Solid polyolefin
Dual aluminum foil
Gray PVC

Jacket Marking

Printed at 2 foot intervals on the jacket; information includes
product identification, pair count, UL information and
sequential lengths in feet and meters

Package

Reel

Performance
Compliance

Telcordia GR-137-CORE
Telcordia GR-499-CORE (Pulse shape compliance at 450 feet)
UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
2002/95/EC RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

•	 Easier termination and superior grounding
•	 Suitable for horizontal and riser installations
•	 Added ease of jacket removal
•	 Easy identification of conductor ring mates

Tinned copper

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

55-299-20

4

0.24 (6.1)

27 (40)

10,000 (3,048)

55-399-20

6

0.27 (6.9)

33 (49)

10,000 (3,048)

55-499-20

12

0.33 (8.4)

50 (74)

7,000 (2,133)

55-599-20

16

0.37 (9.4)

65 (97)

7,000 (2,133)

55-699-20

20

0.40 (10)

75 (112)

5,000 (1,524)

55-799-20

25

0.43 (11)

88 (131)

5,000 (1,524)

55-899-20

28

0.42 (11)

93 (138)

5,000 (1,524)

55-999-20

30

0.45 (11)

101 (150)

4,000 (1,219)

55-A99-20

32

0.46 (12)

105 (156)

4,000 (1,219)

55-B99-20

50

0.55 (14)

153 (228)

3,000 (914)

55-E99-20

100

0.73 (19)

277 (412)

3,000 (914)

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number

Electrical Specificatons
PSNEXT Mean
dB

PSNEXT Worst Pair
dB

Frequency
MHz

Minimum

Typical

Minimum

0.15

58

66

53

60

0.772

47

53

42

48

Typical

1.6

43

47

38

43

3.15

38

42

33

37

6.3

34

38

29

32

Attenuation @ 68˚F (20˚C)
Bit Rate
Mb/s

Frequency
MHz

Maximum Average*
dB/kft (dB/100 m)

Typical
dB/kft (dB/100 m)

Conductor DC Resistance
@ 68˚F (20˚C)
Maximum Individual
Ohms/kft (Ohms/km)

1.544

0.772

7.8 (2.6)

6.4 (2.1)

46.1 (151)

Mutual Capacitance
Nominal
pF/ft (pF/m)

Characteristic
Impedance
@ 0.772 MHz
Ohms

16 (52)

102 ± 15.3

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Solid Polyolefin
insulation
•	 100 Ohm nominal
Impedance
•	 Short pair
lays/tight twists
•	 Dual aluminum
foil shields
•	 Tinned copper
drain wire
•	 CMR listed
•	 Rip cord
•	 Solid color insulation

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Shield
Jacket

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Small diameter and light weight result in
smaller cable bundles and easier handling;
tinned copper conductors minimize change
in wire-wrap joint resistance
•	Greater crush resistance and improved
transmission characteristics
•	 Impedance mismatch with Outside Plant
(OSP) cables is minimized
•	 Improved crosstalk performance
and pair identification
•	 Higher EMI isolation over a single foil shield

E-3

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

•	 26 AWG tinned
copper conductors

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

PREMISES COPPER

1161A Series Category 3 Central Office
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The 1161A Series Central Office (CO) Cables are designed for use between
switching and transmission equipment, spanning distances up to 565 feet.
With short twist lays, 1161A series offers superior crosstalk performance
over standard telephone cable. It is manufactured with a foil shield for
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) reduction. The 1161A series meets or
exceeds all applicable requirements of Telcordia GR-137 specifications.

Applications

OSP FIBER

•	 T1/DS1
•	 T1C/DS1C
•	 DS2

OSP COMPOSITE

Features

Benefits

•	 24 AWG tinned copper
conductors

•	 Small diameter and light weight results
in smaller bundles of cables and
improved flexibility (compared with
600 series cables)

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Shield
Jacket

Tinned copper
24 (0.5)
Polyolefin

•	

Aluminum foil

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Gray PVC

•	

Jacket Marking

Printed at 2 foot intervals on the jacket; information includes
product identification, pair count, UL information and
sequential lengths in feet and meters

•	

Package

Reel

Performance
Compliance

Telcordia GR-137-CORE
Telcordia GR-499-CORE (Pulse shape compliance at 565 feet)
UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
2002/95/EC RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

•	
•	
•	
•	

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

•	

•	 Tinned copper conductors minimize
change in wire-wrap joint resistance
•	Greater crush resistance and
Solid color Polyolefin
insulation
improved transmission characteristics
100 Ohm nominal Impedance •	 Impedance mismatch with Outside
Plant (OSP) cables is minimized
•	 Improved crosstalk performance
Short pair lays/tight twists
and pair identification
Aluminum foil shield
•	 EMI isolation
Tinned copper drain wire
•	 Easier termination
and superior grounding
CMR listed
•	 Suitable for horizontal
and riser installations
75°C temperature rating
•	 Wider operating
temperature range
Rip cord
•	 Added ease of jacket removal

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

55-299-21
55-399-21
55-F99-21
55-499-21
55-L99-21
55-599-21
55-699-21
55-799-21
55-899-21
55-999-21
55-A99-21
55-B99-21
55-E99-21

4
6
8
12
14
16
20
25
28
30
32
50
100

0.26 (6.6)
0.27 (6.9)
0.35 (8.9)
0.35 (8.9)
0.38 (9.7)
0.41 (10)
0.44 (11)
0.48 (12)
0.51 (13)
0.53 (14)
0.55 (14)
0.66 (17)
0.89 (23)

27 (40)
35 (52)
45 (67)
58 (86)
70 (104)
77 (115)
93 (139)
112 (167)
123 (183)
135 (201)
143 (213)
210 (313)
389 (579)

10,000 (3,048)
10,000 (3,048)
10,000 (3,048)
7,000 (2,133)
7,000 (2,133)
7,000 (2,133)
20,000 (6,096)
5,000 (1,524)
5,000 (1,524)
5,000 (1,524)
4,000 (1,219)
3,000 (914)
1,000 (305)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number

OSP COPPER WIRE

Electrical Specificatons
PSNEXT Mean
dB

PSNEXT Worst Pair
dB

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Frequency
MHz

Minimum

Typical

Minimum

Typical

0.15
0.772
1.6
3.15
6.3

58
47
43
38
34

66
53
47
42
38

53
42
38
33
29

60
48
43
37
32

Attenuation @ 68˚F (20˚C)

TECHNICAL INFO

Bit Rate
Mb/s

Frequency
MHz

Maximum Average*
dB/kft (dB/100 m)

Typical
dB/kft (dB/100 m)

Conductor DC Resistance
@ 68˚F (20˚C)
Maximum Individual
Ohms/kft (Ohms/km)

1.544

0.772

6.3 (2.1)

5.4 (1.8)

28.6 (93.8)

Mutual Capacitance
Nominal
pF/ft (pF/m)

Characteristic
Impedance
@ 0.772 MHz
Ohms

16 (52)

102 ± 15.3

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

E-4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The 600C Series Central Office (CO) Cables are designed for use between
switching and transmission equipment for distances up to 650 feet. This
series offers the lowest attenuation of all the CO cable products by using
22 AWG conductors. It is manufactured with a dual foil shield for additional
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) reduction. The 600C series meets or
exceeds all applicable requirements of Telcordia GR-137 specifications.

Applications

•	 CMR listed
•	 Rip cord
•	 Band marked

•	 Easy identification of conductor
ring mates

Polyolefin
Dual aluminum foil
Gray PVC

Jacket Marking

Printed at 2 foot intervals on the jacket; information includes
product identification, pair count, UL information and
sequential lengths in feet and meters

Package

Reel

Performance
Compliance

Telcordia GR-137-CORE
Telcordia GR-499-CORE (Pulse shape compliance at 650 feet)
UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
2002/95/EC RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Product Code

Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

55-299-38
55-399-38
55-499-38
55-599-38
55-699-38
55-799-38
55-899-38
55-999-38
55-A99-38
55-B99-38
55-C99-38

605C
606C
607C
608C
617C
609C
616C
613C
615C
610C
618C

4
6
12
16
20
25
28
30
32
50
56

0.29 (7.4)
0.32 (8.1)
0.41 (10)
0.47 (12)
0.50 (13)
0.55 (14)
0.58 (15)
0.60 (15)
0.61 (16)
0.74 (19)
0.78 (20)

40 (60)
52 (77)
89 (132)
118 (176)
141 (210)
172 (256)
189 (281)
201 (299)
213 (317)
324 (482)
359 (534)

10,000 (3,048)
10,000 (3,048)
7,000 (2,133)
7,000 (2,133)
5,000 (1,524)
5,000 (1,524)
5,000 (1,524)
5,000 (1,524)
5,000 (1,524)
3,000 (914)
3,000 (914)

Electrical Specificatons
PSNEXT Mean
dB

PSNEXT Worst Pair
dB

Frequency
MHz

Minimum

Typical

Minimum

0.15

58

66

53

60

0.772

47

53

42

48

Typical

1.6

43

47

38

43

3.15

38

42

33

37

6.3

34

38

29

32

Attenuation @ 68˚F (20˚C)
Bit Rate
Mb/s

Frequency
MHz

Maximum Average*
dB/kft (dB/100 m)

Typical
dB/kft (dB/100 m)

Conductor DC Resistance
@ 68˚F (20˚C)
Maximum Individual
Ohms/kft (Ohms/km)

1.544

0.772

5.0 (1.6)

4.0 (1.3)

18 (59.1)

Mutual Capacitance
Nominal
pF/ft (pF/m)

Characteristic
Impedance
@ 0.772 MHz
Ohms

16 (52)

102 ± 15.3

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

E-5

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Tinned copper drain wire

22 (0.6)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Dual aluminum foil shield

Tinned copper

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 100 Ohm nominal Impedance

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Shield
Jacket

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 Low attenuation, enabling
longer run length; tinned copper
conductors minimize change in
wire-wrap joint resistance
•	Greater crush resistance
and improved transmission
characteristics; smaller cable
over dual insulated type
•	 Impedance mismatch with Outside
Plant (OSP) cables is minimized
•	 Higher EMI isolation over a single
foil shield; smaller cable diameter
than 600B Series cables
•	 Easier termination and superior
grounding
•	 Suitable for horizontal and riser
installations
•	 Added ease of jacket removal

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

•	 22 AWG tinned
copper conductors

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

OSP COMPOSITE

OSP FIBER

•	 T1/DS1
•	 T1C/DS1C
•	 DS2

•	 Solid Polyolefin insulation

PREMISES COPPER

600C Series Central Office

PREMISES COPPER

25-Pair Category 5e Shielded CMR
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

This 25-pair, 24 AWG, Category 5e Tin Copper Shielded Cable is utilized to
connect equipment within a remote terminal cabinet or within a Central Office
(CO). Tight twist lays offer superior crosstalk performance for supporting
digital subscriber line (xDSL) technologies and higher IPTV data speeds.
Assembled with a cable connector on both ends, the combination facilitates
quick installation within the cabinet. The cable is manufactured with a blue
or gray colored double jacket separated by a single aluminum foil shield for
additional Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) reduction and added protection
for the twisted pairs.

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Shield
Jacket

Tinned copper
24 (0.5)
Polyolefin
Aluminum foil

Applications

Flame retardant PVC

•	 Remote terminal connecting cable

Printed at 2 foot intervals on the jacket; information includes
product identification, pair count, UL information and
sequential lengths in feet and meters

Jacket Marking
OSP COMPOSITE

Input Impedance
(Ohms)
Nominal Velocity
of Propagation (%)

•	 Central Office cable

100 ± 15 @ 1-100 MHz
69

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Features

Benefits

•	 Small outside diameter

•	 Facilitates routing within
a remote terminal

•	 Vibrant insulation colors

•	 Easier identification
of conductors

•	 Performance compliance with
ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 specification

•	 Provides cost-effective solution

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Part Number

Pair Count

Jacket Color

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

55-779-19
55-789-19
55-799-19

25
25
25

Green
Gray
Blue

0.57 (15)
0.57 (15)
0.57 (15)

145 (216)
145 (216)
145 (216)

5,000' Reel
5,000' Reel
5,000' Reel

Electrical Specifications

Frequency
MHz

Attenuation @ 68°F (20°C) Maximum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex
Specified
Typical

NEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex
Specified
Typical

ACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex
Calculated
Typical

PSNEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex
Specified
Typical

BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE

1

2.0

1.8

65.3

77.7

63.3

75.9

62.3

75.2

4

4.1

3.7

56.3

68.7

52.2

64.9

53.3

66.0

8

5.8

5.4

51.8

61.3

46.0

55.8

48.8

58.7

10

6.5

6.0

50.3

60.7

43.8

54.5

47.3

58.3

16

8.2

7.7

47.2

56.1

39.1

48.3

44.3

53.7

20

9.3

8.6

45.8

55.3

36.5

46.5

42.8

52.9

25

10.4

9.6

44.3

53.8

33.9

44.0

41.3

51.4

31.25

11.7

10.8

42.9

52.7

31.2

41.6

39.9

50.0

62.5

17.0

15.5

38.4

48.0

21.4

32.2

35.4

45.5

100

22.0

19.8

35.3

44.5

13.3

24.2

32.3

42.2

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Frequency
MHz

PSACR Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2
Superior Essex
Calculated
Typical

Return Loss Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex
Specified
Typical

ELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex
Specified
Typical

PSELFEXT Minimum
dB/100 m
TIA-568-C.2 Superior Essex
Specified
Typical

TECHNICAL INFO

1

60.3

73.3

20.0

40.1

63.8

69.2

60.8

68.5

4

49.2

62.2

23.0

40.1

51.7

57.7

48.7

57.0

8

43.0

53.2

24.5

39.8

45.7

51.6

42.7

49.5

10

40.8

52.2

25.0

37.3

43.8

49.0

40.8

48.2

16

36.1

46.0

25.0

36.7

39.7

45.6

36.7

43.8

20

33.5

44.2

25.0

36.0

37.7

43.6

34.7

42.8

25

30.9

41.7

24.3

34.5

35.8

42.0

32.8

40.7

31.25

28.2

39.0

23.6

32.6

33.9

40.1

30.9

39.3

62.5

18.4

29.9

21.5

31.6

27.8

34.7

24.8

33.5

100

10.3

22.1

20.1

31.7

23.8

30.4

20.8

29.4

E-6

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Get the Top Industry News
Sign up for the Superior Essex e-newsletter and
receive a comprehensive monthly snapshot of the
latest industry news, all delivered to your e-mail.
Register online at

SuperiorEssex.com/newsletter_signup.aspx

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

PREMISES COPPER

Switchboard 100 Ohm Central Office
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Switchboard 100 Central Office (CO) Cables are designed for indoor use
in CO exchanges, or in premises telephone rooms. These cables are
used for interconnection of distribution frames and digital switching and
transmission equipment systems. Switchboard 100 provides 100 Ohm
characteristic impedance. The product line consists of 24 or 26 AWG tinned
insulated copper wires that are twisted into pairs. The pairs are stranded
together utilizing a standard color code scheme.

OSP FIBER

Applications
•	 T1/DS1
•	 T1C/DS1C
•	 4 Mbps token ring (IEEE 802.5)

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 10 Mbps 10BASE-T ethernet (IEEE 802.3)

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Jacket

Tinned copper
Available in 24 (0.5) and 26 (0.4)
PVC
Gray PVC

Jacket Marking

Printed at 2 foot intervals on the jacket; information includes
product identification, pair count, UL information and
sequential lengths in feet and meters

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
Telcordia GR-137-CORE (select sections)
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Features

Benefits

•	 100 Ohm nominal Impedance

•	 Impedance mismatch with Outside
Plant (OSP) cables is minimized

•	 Tinned copper conductors

•	 Minimize change in wire-wrap
joint resistance

•	 CMR listed

•	 Suitable for horizontal and riser
installations

•	 Rip cord

•	 Added ease of jacket removal

•	 Band marked

•	 Easy identification of conductor
ring mates

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Conductor DC Resistance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Maximum Individual
Ohms/kft (Ohms/km)

Mutual Capacitance
Nominal
pF/ft (pF/m)

Characteristic
Impedance @ 1 MHz
Ohms

Maximum Average Attenuation*
@ 0.772 MHz
@ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

24 (0.5)

28.6 (93.8)

20 (66)

100 ± 15

6.3 (20)

26 (0.4)

46.1 (151)

20 (66)

100 ± 15

7.8 (25)

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

E-8

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Standard Length
ft (m)

Package

55-041-23

TIW 2/24

2

24 (0.5)

0.14 (4)

10 (15)

1,000 (305)

POP™ Box

55-021-23

TIW 2/24

2

24 (0.5)

0.14 (4)

10 (15)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-141-23

TIW 3/24

3

24 (0.5)

0.17 (4)

14 (21)

1,000 (305)

POP™ Box

55-241-23

TIW 4/24 or 286A

4

24 (0.5)

0.18 (5)

18 (27)

1,000 (305)

™
POP Box

55-341-23

TIW 6/24 or 252A

6

24 (0.5)

0.22 (6)

26 (39)

1,000 (305)

POP™ Box
Reel

55-F31-23

294A

8

24 (0.5)

0.24 (7)

33 (49)

1,000 (305)

55-G99-23

TIW 10/24 or 253A

10

24 (0.5)

0.25 (7)

40 (60)

7,000 (2,133)

Reel

55-499-23

TIW 12/24 or 265A

12

24 (0.5)

0.28 (7)

49 (73)

7,000 (2,133)

Reel

55-599-23

TIW 16/24

16

24 (0.5)

0.32 (8)

64 (95)

7,000 (2,133)

Reel

55-699-23

255A

20

24 (0.5)

0.35 (9)

78 (116)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-N99-23

266A

24

24 (0.5)

0.38 (10)

92 (137)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-799-23

TIW 25/24

25

24 (0.5)

0.39 (10)

96 (143)

5,000 (1,524

Reel
Reel

55-899-23

TIW 28/24

28

24 (0.5)

0.41 (10)

107 (159)

5,000 (1,524)

55-A99-23

TIW 32/24

32

24 (0.5)

0.43 (11)

121 (180)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-P99-23

269A

36

24 (0.5)

0.46 (12)

135 (201)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-Q99-23

257A

40

24 (0.5)

0.48 (12)

149 (222)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-B99-23

TIW 50/24 or 270A

50

24 (0.5)

0.53 (13)

184 (274)

3,000 (914)

Reel

11-003-55*

-

50

24 (0.5)

0.53 (13)

184 (274)

3,000 (914)

Reel

55-S99-23

267A

72

24 (0.5)

0.65 (17)

276 (411)

3,000 (914)

Reel

55-D99-23

TIW 75/24

75

24 (0.5)

0.67 (17)

286 (426)

2,000 (609)

Reel

55-E99-23

TIW 100/24 or 262A

100

24 (0.5)

0.77 (20)

374 (557)

1,000 (305)

Reel
Reel

11-003-47*

-

100

24 (0.5)

0.77 (20)

374 (557)

1,000 (305)

55-U99-23

287A

120

24 (0.5)

0.83 (21)

445 (662)

1,000 (305)

Reel

55-M99-23

TIW 125/24

125

24 (0.5)

0.85 (22)

462 (688)

1,000 (305)

Reel

55-275-26

812A

4

26 (0.4)

0.15 (4)

13 (19)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-399-26

816A

6

26 (0.4)

0.18 (5)

17 (25)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel
Reel

55-F99-26

811A

8

26 (0.4)

0.19 (5)

22 (33)

5,000 (1,524)

55-G99-26

820A

10

26 (0.4)

0.20 (6)

27 (40)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-599-26

807A

16

26 (0.4)

0.25 (7)

41 (61)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-699-26

800A

20

26 (0.4)

0.29 (7)

53 (79)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-799-26

824A

25

26 (0.4)

0.31 (8)

65 (97)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-A99-26

808A

32

26 (0.4)

0.35 (9)

81 (121)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-Q99-26

803A

40

26 (0.4)

0.39 (10)

100 (149)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-P99-26

822A

48

26 (0.4)

0.42 (11)

118 (176)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-B99-26

813A

50

26 (0.4)

0.43 (11)

123 (183)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-R99-26

809A

64

26 (0.4)

0.48 (12)

154 (229)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-K99-26

823A

96

26 (0.4)

0.58 (15)

228 (339)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-E99-26

806A

100

26 (0.4)

0.61 (16)

236 (351)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-H99-26

810A

128

26 (0.4)

0.69 (18)

316 (470)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

55-L99-26

814A

144

26 (0.4)

0.73 (19)

353 (525)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

E-9

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

*25-pair unit design
Note: Standard USA Color Code Scheme

PREMISES COPPER

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

PREMISES FIBER

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

OSP FIBER

AWG (mm)

OSP COMPOSITE

Pair Count

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Product Code

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Part Number

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Switchboard 100 Ohm Central Office

PREMISES COPPER

Switchboard 100 Ohm Central Office
200A/800A Series (Canadian Color Code)

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The 200A and 800A Series Central Office (CO) Cables are designed for indoor
use in central offices or in premises telephone rooms, and are utilized
between a distribution frame and digital switching/transmission equipment.
This series offers 24 and 26 AWG tinned copper at 100 Ohm characteristic
impedance levels. Used primarily in Canada, the color code and lay-up
scheme has distinctively colored insulation in combination with single
dots and double dots or dashes of colored ink. Each wire within a unit is
readily distinguishable from all other wires within the same unit. Cables may
contain pairs or a combination of pairs and singles. The pairs and singles
are assembled together to form a core. Some cable sizes contain “spare
pairs.” The core is covered by a gray PVC jacket. The 200A and 800A series
meet or exceed all applicable requirements of Telcordia GR-137.

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Applications
•	 T1/DS1
•	 T1C/DS1C

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Jacket

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Features

Benefits

•	 24 and 26 AWG tinned
copper conductors

•	 Small diameter and light weight
result in smaller cable bundles
and easier handling; tinned
copper conductors minimize
change in wire-wrap joint
resistance

•	 Solid PVC insulation

•	Greater crush resistance
and improved transmission
characteristics

•	 100 Ohm nominal impedance

•	 Impedance mismatch with Outside
Plant (OSP) cables is minimized

•	 Standard pair lays

•	 Improved crosstalk performance
and pair identification

•	 CMR listed

•	 Suitable for horizontal and riser
installations

•	 Non-shielded design

•	 Lower cost

•	 Rip cord

•	 Added ease of jacket removal

Tinned copper
Available in 24 (0.5) and 26 (0.4)
PVC
Gray PVC

Jacket Marking

Printed at 2 foot intervals on the jacket; information includes
product identification, pair count, UL information and
sequential lengths in feet and meters

Package

Reel

Performance
Compliance

Telcordia GR-137-CORE (select sections)
UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number

Product Code

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

55-399-46

252A

6

24 (0.5)

0.22 (5.6)

26 (39)

3,000 (915)

55-699-46

255A

20

24 (0.5)

0.35 (8.9)

78 (116)

3,000 (915)

55-E99-46

262A

101.5

24 (0.5)

0.82 (21)

383 (570)

400 (120)

55-G99-46

253A

10

24 (0.5)

0.31 (7.9)

44 (65)

3,000 (915)

OSP COPPER WIRE

55-N99-46

266A

24

24 (0.5)

0.42 (11)

94 (140)

1,200 (365)

55-P99-46

269A

36

24 (0.5)

0.44 (11)

134 (199)

1,000 (305)

55-599-47

807A

17

26 (0.4)

0.26 (6.6)

47 (70)

3,000 (915)

55-A99-47

808A

33

26 (0.4)

0.37 (9.4)

86 (128)

2,000 (610)

55-E12-47

850A

100

26 (0.4)

0.65 (17)

265 (394)

2,000 (610)

55-R99-47

809A

66

26 (0.4)

0.51 (13)

164 (244)

1,325 (405)

55-H99-47

810A

132

26 (0.4)

0.67 (17)

330 (491)

700 (215)

55-Y99-47

821A

52

26 (0.4)

0.45 (11)

131 (195)

1,100 (335)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

55-N99-47

824A

25

26 (0.4)

0.32 (8.1)

66 (98)

2,400 (730)

55-E99-47

806A

103

26 (0.4)

0.65 (17)

265 (394)

1,000 (305)

Note: Standard Canadian Color Scheme

Electrical Specifications

TECHNICAL INFO

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Conductor DC Resistance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Maximum Individual
Ohms/kft (Ohms/km)

Mutual Capacitance
Nominal
pF/ft (pF/m)

Characteristic
Impedance @ 1 MHz
Ohms

Maximum Average Attenuation*
@ 0.772 MHz
@ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

24 (0.5)

28.6 (93.8)

20 (66)

100 ± 15

6.3 (20.7)

26 (0.4)

46.1 (151)

20 (66)

100 ± 15

7.8 (25.6)

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

E-10

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

The T100 Series Central Office (CO) Cables are designed for use between
switching and transmission equipment for distances up to 450 feet. They
are manufactured with a longitudinal aluminum-polyester foil shield with
aluminum facing the jacket for additional Electromagnetic Interference
(EMI) reduction. The pairs are stranded together utilizing distinctive colored
insulation in combination with markings of colored ink. The outer jacket is
a gray flame retardant PVC. T100 series meets or exceeds all applicable
requirements of Telcordia GR-137 specifications.

OSP FIBER

Applications
•	 T1/DS1

Specifications

•	 Solid PVC insulation

•	Greater crush resistance
and improved transmission
characteristics

•	 100 Ohm nominal impedance

•	 Impedance mismatch with Outside
Plant (OSP) cables is minimized

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Shield
Jacket

•	 Standard pair lays

•	 Improved crosstalk performance
and pair identification

Jacket Marking

•	 Longitudinal aluminum/polyester
foil shield with aluminum facing
the jacket

•	 EMI isolation

Printed at 2 foot intervals on the jacket; information includes
product identification, pair count, UL information and
sequential lengths in feet and meters

Package

Reel

Performance
Compliance

Telcordia GR-137-CORE (select sections)
UL 444 (pulse shape compliance at 450 feet)
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

•	 Rip cord

•	 Added ease of jacket removal

•	 Band marked

•	 Easy pair identification

24 (0.5)
PVC
Aluminum/polyester foil
Gray PVC

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 24 AWG tinned copper drain wire •	 Easier termination and superior
grounding

Tinned copper

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Product Code

Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

55-399-43

T106

6

0.30 (7.6)

37 (55)

6,644 (2,025)

55-F99-43

T108

8

0.31 (7.9)

45 (67)

5,578 (1,700)

55-499-43

T112

12

0.34 (8.6)

59 (88)

6,644 (2,025)

55-599-43

T116

16

0.36 (9.1)

74 (110)

6,644 (2,025)

55-699-43

T120

20

0.41 (10)

91 (135)

5,315 (1,620)

55-799-43

T125

25

0.43 (11)

106 (158)

5,315 (1,620)

55-899-43

T128

28

0.44 (11)

114 (170)

5,000 (1,524)

55-999-43

T130

30

0.44 (11)

121 (180)

4,429 (1,350)

55-A99-43

T132

32

0.47 (12)

131 (195)

3,937 (1,200)

Electrical Specifications
Conductor DC Resistance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Maximum Individual
Ohms/kft (Ohms/km)

Mutual Capacitance
Nominal
pF/ft (pF/m)

Characteristic
Impedance @ 1 MHz
Ohms

Maximum Average Attenuation
@ 0.772 MHz
@ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

28.6 (93.8)

20 (66)

100 ± 15

7.2 (23.6)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Suitable for horizontal and riser
installations

E-11

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 CMR listed

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 Small diameter and light weight
result in smaller cable bundles
and easier handling; tinned
copper conductors minimize
change in wire-wrap joint
resistance

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

•	 24 AWG tinned
copper conductors

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 T1C/DS1C

Part Number

PREMISES COPPER

T100 Series Central Office

PREMISES COPPER

Switchboard 85 and Shielded Switchboard 85
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Switchboard Cables are designed for indoor use in central exchanges, the
interconnection of distribution frames, and for switching and transmission
equipment systems. Switchboard cables are available in both shielded and
unshielded designs.

Applications
•	 T1/DS1
•	 T1C/DS1C

OSP FIBER

Features

Benefits
Shielded Switchboard (SSWBD)

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Aluminum foil shield

•	 EMI isolation

•	 Tinned copper drain wire

•	 Easier termination
and superior grounding

•	 Tinned copper conductors

•	 Minimize change in wire-wrap
joint resistance

•	 CMR listed

•	 Suitable for horizontal
and riser installations

PVC

•	 Rip cord

•	 Added ease of jacket removal

Gray PVC

•	 Band marked

•	 Easy identification of conductor
ring mates

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Jacket

Tinned copper
24 (0.5)

Jacket Marking

Printed at 2 foot intervals on the jacket; information includes
product identification, pair count, UL information and
sequential lengths in feet and meters

Unshielded Switchboard (SWBD)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Tinned copper conductors

•	 Minimize change in wire-wrap
joint resistance

Reel

•	 CMR listed

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
RoHS-compliant

•	 Suitable for horizontal
and riser installations

•	 Rip cord

•	 Added ease of jacket removal

•	 Band marked

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

•	 Easy identification of conductor
ring mates

Shield
Package

Aluminum/polyester (if appicable)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
Shielded Switchboard (SSWBD)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

02-201-61

25

0.35 (8.9)

88 (131)

1,000 (305)

02-097-61

25

0.35 (8.9)

88 (131)

5,000 (1,524)

02-203-61

25

0.35 (8.9)

88 (131)

2,000 (610)

02-098-61

32

0.41 (10)

113 (168)

5,000 (1,524)

02-100-61

50

0.48 (12)

167 (249)

5,000 (1,524)

02-104-61

100

0.63 (16)

314 (467)

5,000 (1,524)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number

Standard Length
ft (m)

Unshielded Switchboard (SWBD)

OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

02-840-10

6

0.18 (4.6)

22 (33)

1,000 (305)

02-810-10

6

0.18 (4.6)

22 (33)

5,000 (1,524)

02-841-10

12

0.24 (6.1)

41 (61)

1,000 (305)

02-811-10

12

0.24 (6.1)

41 (61)

5,000 (1,524)

02-431-10

25

0.31 (7.9)

79 (118)

1,000 (305)

02-815-10

25

0.31 (7.9)

79 (118)

5,000 (1,524)

02-832-10

32

0.36 (9.1)

100 (149)

5,000 (1,524)

02-813-10

50

0.45 (11)

157 (234)

5,000 (1,524)

02-820-10

100

0.60 (15)

302 (449)

5,000 (1,524)

Product

Conductor DC Resistance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Maximum Individual
Ohms/kft (Ohms/km)

Mutual Capacitance
Nominal
pF/ft (pF/m)

Characteristic
Impedance @ 1 MHz
Ohms

Attenuation Nominal
@ 0.772 MHz
@ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

SSWBD

28.6 (93.8)

20 (66)

85 ± 15

11 (36)

SWBD

28.6 (93.8)

20 (66)

85 ± 15

11 (36)

Electrical Specifications

E-12

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

DFW

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Distribution Frame Wires are designed for cross-connection of equipment
in telephone switch and equipment rooms requiring point-to-point hook ups.

Applications
•	 Normal use

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
GR 136 CORE (normal use)
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CM

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Number of
Conductors

AWG (mm)

Insulation Color

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

12-001-11

1

22 (0.6)

Red

0.04 (1.0)

2 (3)

750 m Spool

12-002-11

1

22 (0.6)

White

0.04 (1.0)

2 (3)

750 m Spool

12-003-11

1

22 (0.6)

Green

0.04 (1.0)

2 (3)

750 m Spool

12-004-11

1

22 (0.6)

Black

0.04 (1.0)

2 (3)

750 m Spool

12-303-13

1

22 (0.6)

Green

0.04 (1.0)

2 (3)

1,000 m Spool

12-326-11

1

22 (0.6)

Brown

0.04 (1.0)

2 (3)

3,000’ Spool

12-001-12

2

22 (0.6)

Red/Green

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

500 m Spool

12-003-12

2

22 (0.6)

Blue/White

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

500 m Spool

12-004-12

2

22 (0.6)

Brown/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

500 m Spool

12-005-12

2

22 (0.6)

Black/White

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

500 m Spool

12-001-13

2

22 (0.6)

Red/White

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

305 m Spool

12-003-13

2

22 (0.6)

Blue/White

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

1,000’ Spool

12-005-13

2

22 (0.6)

Black/White

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

1,000’ Spool

12-101-13

2

24 (0.5)

Red/White

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

1,000’ Spool

12-102-13

2

24 (0.5)

Red/Yellow

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

1,000’ Spool

12-103-13

2

24 (0.5)

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

1,000’ Spool

12-104-13

2

24 (0.5)

Violet/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

305 m Spool

12-105-13

2

24 (0.5)

Black/White

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

1,000’ Spool

12-106-13

2

24 (0.5)

Red/White

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

6,000’ Spool

12-107-13

2

24 (0.5)

Black/White

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

6,000’ Spool

12-108-13

2

24 (0.5)

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

6,000’ Spool

12-109-13

2

24 (0.5)

Yellow/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

6,000’ Spool

12-112-13

2

24 (0.5)

Red/White

0.08 (2.0)

4 (6)

3,000’ Parallel Cone

12-203-13

2

22 (0.6)

Blue/White

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

400’ Spool

12-304-13

2

22 (0.6)

Brown/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

1,000 m Parallel Cone

12-305-13

2

22 (0.6)

Black/White

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

1,000 m Parallel Cone

12-311-13

2

22 (0.6)

Red/Green

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000’ Spool

12-313-13

2

22 (0.6)

Blue/White

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,280’ Parallel Cone

12-318-13

2

22 (0.6)

White/Orange

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000’ Spool

12-403-13

2

22 (0.6)

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000’ Spool

12-406-13

2

22 (0.6)

Yellow/Violet

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000’ Spool

12-501-13

2

22 (0.6)

Red/White

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

2,300’ Spool

12-031-12

4

22 (0.6)

Blue/White, Red/Green

0.12 (3.0)

9 (13)

1,640’ Parallel Cone

12-032-13

4

22 (0.6)

Black/White, Black/White

0.12 (3.0)

9 (13)

1,640’ Parallel Cone

12-033-13

4

22 (0.6)

Yellow/Blue, Orange/Brown

0.12 (3.0)

9 (13)

1,640’ Parallel Cone

12-034-13

5

22 (0.6)

Yellow/Blue, Orange/Brown, Green

0.17 (4.3)

13 (20)

500 m Parallel Cone

12-035-13

5

22 (0.6)

Black/White, Black/White, Green

0.17 (4.3)

13 (20)

500 m Parallel Cone

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

E-13

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Semi-rigid PVC

OSP COMPOSITE

OSP FIBER

Available in 22 (0.6) and 24 (0.5)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Easy identification

Tinned copper

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Each insulated conductor
is identified by a solid
insulation color

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 Facilitates wire wrapping
and tight connections

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

•	 Solid tinned copper conductors
in 22 AWG (0.6 mm) or 24 AWG
(0.5 mm) are insulated with semirigid polyvinylchloride (PVC)

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

PREMISES COPPER

Distribution Frame Wire

PREMISES COPPER

Heavy Duty Distribution Frame Wire
HD-DFW

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Heavy Duty Distribution Frame Wire consists of 22 AWG tinned copper
conductors with a heavy duty, abrasion resistant, flame retardant PVC
insulation. HD-DFW is available in 2, 3 and 4 conductors, and is used for making
an interconnection between the incoming cable (tip termination) terminals and
the equipment on the main distribution frame in the Central Office (CO). HD-DFW
is suitable for use with either a solderless wrap or soldered terminals.

Applications

OSP FIBER

•	 High stress use

Specifications

OSP COMPOSITE

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Package

Tinned copper
22 (0.6)
Heavy duty, abrasion resistant PVC
Parallel Cone

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
UL 1666
GR-136-CORE (high stress use)
Applicable GR-136 Core requirements
for high stress applications
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CMR

Features

Benefits

•	 Solid tinned copper conductors
in 22 AWG (0.6 mm) are insulated
with PVC

•	 Facilitates solid connections

•	 Each insulated conductor
is identified by a solid
insulation color

•	 Easy identification

•	 Heavy duty insulation

•	 Added protection for long runs

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Number of Conductors

Insulation Color

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)
3,000 (914)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

12-201-15

2

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

12-202-15

2

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

574 (175)

12-203-15

2

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,281 (1,000)

12-204-15

2

White/Green

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000 (914)

12-205-15

2

White/Orange

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000 (914)

12-206-15

2

White/Red

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000 (914)

12-207-15

2

Yellow/Black

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000 (914)

12-208-15

2

Yellow/Green

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000 (914)

BELL OSP COPPER

12-209-15

2

Yellow/Orange

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000 (914)

12-210-15

2

Black/Orange

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000 (914)

12-211-15

2

Orange/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000 (914)

12-216-15

2

Black/Green

0.08 (2.0)

5 (7)

3,000 (914)

12-301-15

3

White/Blue/Red

0.12 (3.0)

7 (10)

2,182 (665)

12-401-15

4

White/Blue, Red/Green

0.12 (3.0)

9 (13)

1,500 (457)

12-402-15

4

Yellow/Blue, Red/Green

0.12 (3.0)

9 (13)

1,500 (457)

12-403-15

4

Yellow/Blue, Red/Green

0.12 (3.0)

9 (13)

328 (100)

OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

E-14

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

DFW

Product Description

OSP FIBER

PREMISES FIBER

Tight Twist Distribution Frame Wire is necessary for the deployment of
both xDSL and HI-CAP (T-1/HDSL) circuits within the distribution frames of
central offices. This higher capacity frame wire is manufactured with a tight
twist to minimize the impacts of electromagnetic interferences within this
indoor environment. The Tight Twist Distribution Frame Wire is available in
both 22 and 24 gauge sizes with a heavy duty flame retardant PVC insulation.
Heavy duty in this application means a higher level of abrasion resistance,
higher cut through and a higher temperature rating. The 22 AWG product is
intended for use on main distribution frames (conventional type), while the
24 AWG is intended for use on COSMIC (Modular) distributing frames. The
product is available on spools.

Applications

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 xDSL
•	 HI-CAP
•	 T-1/HDSL

Specifications

•	 22 or 24 AWG solid tinned
annealed copper

•	 Facilitates solid connection

•	 Heavy duty, high temperature,
high stress insulation

•	 Added protection
for long wire runs

•	 Twisting sufficient to meet
xDSL requirements

•	 Twist pattern sufficient
for xDSL transmission level

Tinned copper
Available in 22 (0.6) and 24 (0.5)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Benefits

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Package

Flame retardant PVC
Spool

Performance
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
Applicable GR-136 Core requirement
for high stress applications
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CM

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
AWG (mm)

Insulation Color

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Standard Length
ft (m)

12-212-T5

22 (0.6)

White/Green

0.08 (2.0)

3,000 (915)

12-213-T5

24 (0.5)

Violet/Red

0.07 (1.8)

3,000 (915)

12-214-T5

24 (0.5)

Violet/Red

0.07 (1.8)

1,000 (305)

12-215-T5

24 (0.5)

Green/Red

0.07 (1.8)

1,000 (305)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

E-15

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Number

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 High stress use

Features

PREMISES COPPER

Tight Twist Distribution Frame Wire

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-1

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

SEALPIC® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-2
®
SEALPIC –84 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4
®
SEALPIC –FSF-84 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-6
®
SEALPIC –FSF (RDUP PE-89) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-8
®
CASPIC –FSF (RDUP PE-89)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-10
®
SEALPIC –F (RDUP PE-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-12
®
CUPIC –F (RDUP PE-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-14
®
GOPIC –F (RDUP PE-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-16
®
CASPIC –F (RDUP PE-39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-18

OSP FIBER

Table of Contents

OSP COMPOSITE

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

PREMISES COPPER

SEALPIC®
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

SEALPIC® Cables have an air core design and are suited for lashed
aerial installations. If used in underground conduit, pressurization is
recommended. SEALPIC cables are not recommended for direct burial
installations.

Applications
Specifications

•	 Lashed aerial

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper

Insulation

Solid polyolefin; color coded in accordance with
industry standards

Twisted Pairs

Individual insulated conductors are twisted into pairs with
varying lay lengths; specific color combinations provide
pair identification

•	 Pressurized underground conduit

Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are assembled into a cylindrical core

> 25-Pair Core

Cables larger than 25-pair are assembled into units, which
are then used to assemble the core; units are identifiable
using color-coded binders

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape

Shield

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 8 mil aluminum tape applied
longitudinally with an overlap

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Identifying information includes a telephone handset,
cable code, pair count, AWG, date of manufacture
and sequential length markings at 2 foot intervals

Standards
Compliance

ANSI/ICEA S-85-625-2007
Formerly PE-22
RoHS-compliant

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted into pairs with varying
lay lengths

•	 Minimizes crosstalk

•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides thermal protection

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

BELL OSP COPPER

Maximum Average
Attenuation*
Minimum Insulation
Conductor Size Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)
AWG (mm)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
mile (km)

DC Resistance
Unbalance Maximum %

Dielectric Strength
DC Potential – Volts

Average

Individual
Pair

Conductor
to Conductor

Conductor
to Shield

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.3 (10.8)

45.0 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

5,000

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.7 (15.4)

91.0 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.9 (19.4)

144.0 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

OSP COPPER WIRE

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

F-2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

01-026-40

6

19 (0.90)

0.48 (12)

105 (155)

5,000 (1,524)

635 (285)

44 x 18 x 20

01-028-40

12

19 (0.90)

0.57 (15)

170 (255)

5,000 (1,524)

1,015 (460)

46 x 25 x 20

01-031-40

25

19 (0.90)

0.76 (19)

310 (460)

5,000 (1,524)

1,755 (795)

52 x 25 x 20

01-034-40

50

19 (0.90)

1.00 (25)

575 (855)

5,000 (1,524)

3,165 (1,435)

62 x 30 x 24

01-038-40

100

19 (0.90)

1.34 (34)

1,075 (1,600)

5,000 (1,524)

6,075 (2,755)

78 x 40 x 39

01-057-40

6

22 (0.64)

0.39 (9.9)

65 (95)

5,000 (1,524)

390 (175)

36 x 18 x 14

01-059-40

12

22 (0.64)

0.46 (12)

100 (150)

5,000 (1,524)

610 (275)

44 x 18 x 20

01-062-40

25

22 (0.64)

0.60 (15)

180 (270)

5,000 (1,524)

1,065 (485)

46 x 25 x 20

01-065-40

50

22 (0.64)

0.77 (20)

315 (470)

5,000 (1,524)

1,780 (805)

52 x 25 x 20

01-069-40

100

22 (0.64)

1.02 (26)

580 (865)

5,000 (1,524)

3,190 (1,445)

62 x 30 x 24

01-073-40

200

22 (0.64)

1.38 (35)

1,095 (1,630)

5,000 (1,524)

6,175 (2,800)

78 x 40 x 39

01-075-40

300

22 (0.64)

1.66 (42)

1,605 (2,390)

2,500 (762)

4,625 (2,100)

72 x 35 x 36

01-077-40

400

22 (0.64)

1.89 (48)

2,115 (3,150)

2,500 (762)

5,,985 (2,715)

78 x 40 x 39

01-081-40

600

22 (0.64)

2.28 (58)

3,125 (4,650)

1,250 (381)

4,520 (2,050)

72 x 35 x 36

01-083-40

900

22 (0.64)

2.76 (70)

4,635 (6,900)

1,250 (381)

6,590 (2,990)

84 x 40 x 42

01-085-40

1,200

22 (0.64)

3.15 (80)

6,125 (9,115)

1,000 (305)

6,920 (3,140)

84 x 40 x 42

01-092-40

6

24 (0.51)

0.35 (8.9)

50 (75)

5,000 (1,524)

295 (135)

30 x 18 x 12

01-094-40

12

24 (0.51)

0.41 (10)

75 (110)

5,000 (1,524)

440 (200)

36 x 18 x 14

01-097-40

25

24 (0.51)

0.51 (13)

125 (185)

5,000 (1,524)

735 (330)

44 x 18 x 20

01-100-40

50

24 (0.51)

0.64 (16)

215 (320)

5,000 (1,524)

1,240 (560)

46 x 25 x 20

01-104-40

100

24 (0.51)

0.83 (21)

385 (575)

5,000 (1,524)

2,170 (985)

58 x 25 x 20

01-108-40

200

24 (0.51)

1.12 (28)

715 (1,065)

5,000 (1,524)

4,190 (1,900)

72 x 35 x 36

01-110-40

300

24 (0.51)

1.33 (34)

1,040 (1,550)

5,000 (1,524)

5,900 (2,675)

78 x 40 x 39

01-112-40

400

24 (0.51)

1.52 (39)

1,360 (2,025)

2,500 (762)

4,015 (1,820)

72 x 35 x 36

01-116-40

600

24 (0.51)

1.82 (46)

2,005 (2,985)

2,500 (762)

5,710 (2,590)

78 x 40 x 39

01-118-40

900

24 (0.51)

2.19 (56)

2,960 (4,405)

1,250 (381)

4,315 (1,955)

72 x 35 x 36

01-120-40

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.49 (63)

3,895 (5,795)

1,250 (381)

5,570 (2,525)

78 x 40 x 39

01-121-40

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.79 (71)

4,845 (7,210)

1,250 (381)

6,855 (3,110)

84 x 40 x 42

01-124-40

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.04 (77)

5,785 (8,610)

1,000 (305)

6,485 (2,940)

78 x 40 x 39

01-125-40

2,100

24 (0.51)

3.31 (84)

6,735 (10,025)

1,000 (305)

7,530 (3,415)

84 x 40 x 42

01-126-40

2,400

24 (0.51)

3.49 (89)

7,650 (11,385)

750 (229)

6,915 (3,135)

96 x 40 x 48

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

Part Number

OSP FIBER

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

OSP COMPOSITE

Standard Length
ft (m)

BELL OSP COPPER

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

SEALPIC®

Product FAQs for OSP copper cables are available online:

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-3

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

www.SuperiorEssex.com/comm/productFAQs.aspx

PREMISES COPPER

SEALPIC®–84
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

SEALPIC®-84 Cables have an air core design and are suited for aerial
installations. The core and support member (messenger) lay parallel to each
other forming a cross-sectional “figure 8.” The support messenger is an
integral part of the cable sheath, yet readily available for gripping, pulling
and tensioning.

Applications

Specifications

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper

•	 Aerial

Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)
Solid polyolefin; color coded in accordance
with industry standards

Features

Benefits

Insulation

•	 Minimizes crosstalk

Twisted Pairs

Individual insulated conductors are twisted into pairs with
varying lay lengths; specific color combinations provide
pair identification

•	 Twisted into pairs with varying
lay lengths
•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides thermal protection

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are assembled into a cylindrical core

•	 Fully flooded steel
support member

•	 Inhibits corrosion

> 25-Pair Core

Cables larger than 25-pair are assembled into units, which
are then used to assemble the core; units are identifiable
using color-coded binders

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape

Shield

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 8 mil aluminum tape applied
longitudinally with an overlap

•	 Provides a tough, protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

Support Member

0.25 inch, 7-strand Extra High Strength (EHS) galvanized
steel messenger serves as support member and integral
part of the sheath; messenger is flooded

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Identifying information includes a telephone handset,
cable code, pair count, AWG, date of manufacture
and sequential length markings at 2 foot intervals

Standards
Compliance

ANSI/ICEA S-85-625-2007
Formerly PE-38
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications
Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

BELL OSP COPPER

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Average
Attenuation*
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
mile (km)

DC Resistance
Unbalance Maximum %
Average

Individual
Pair

Dielectric Strength
DC Potential – Volts
Conductor Conductor
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.3 (10.8)

45.0 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

5,000

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.7 (15.4)

91.0 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.9 (19.4)

144.0 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

F-4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

AWG (mm)

01-026-38

6

19 (0.90)

0.47 (12)

0.96 (24)

240 (355)

5,000 (1,524)

1,850 (839)

72 x 36 x 36

01-028-38

12

19 (0.90)

0.56 (14)

1.05 (27)

305 (455)

5,000 (1,524)

1,795 (814)

58 x 25 x 20

01-031-38

25

19 (0.90)

0.74 (19)

1.24 (31)

445 (660)

5,000 (1,524)

2,975 (1,349)

78 x 40 x 39

01-034-38

50

19 (0.90)

1.01 (26)

1.48 (38)

715 (1,065)

5,000 (1,524)

4,395 (1,993)

84 x 40 x 42

01-038-38

100

19 (0.90)

1.36 (35)

1.82 (46)

1,235 (1,840)

2,500 (762)

3,685 (1,671)

72 x 36 x 36

01-057-38

6

22 (0.64)

0.38 (9.7)

0.87 (22)

200 (300)

5,000 (1,524)

1,270 (576)

58 x 25 x 20

01-059-38

12

22 (0.64)

0.45 (11)

0.94 (24)

235 (350)

5,000 (1,524)

1,515 (687)

62 x 30 x 24

01-062-38

25

22 (0.64)

0.59 (15)

1.08 (27)

315 (470)

5,000 (1,524)

2,225 (1,009)

72 x 36 x 36

01-065-38

50

22 (0.64)

0.75 (19)

1.25 (32)

450 (670)

5,000 (1,524)

3,000 (1,361)

78 x 40 x 39

01-069-38

100

22 (0.64)

1.03 (26)

1.50 (38)

725 (1,080)

2,500 (762)

2,100 (952)

62 x 30 x 24

01-073-38

200

22 (0.64)

1.40 (36)

1.86 (47)

1,255 (1,870)

2,500 (762)

3,725 (1,689)

72 x 36 x 36

01-092-38

6

24 (0.51)

0.34 (8.6)

0.83 (21)

185 (275)

5,000 (1,524)

1,115 (506)

46 x 25 x 20

01-094-38

12

24 (0.51)

0.40 (10)

0.89 (23)

210 (315)

5,000 (1,524)

1,280 (580)

52 x 25 x 20

01-097-38

25

24 (0.51)

0.50 (13)

0.99 (25)

260 (385)

5,000 (1,524)

1,595 (723)

58 x 25 x 20

01-100-38

50

24 (0.51)

0.63 (16)

1.12 (28)

350 (520)

5,000 (1,524)

2,065 (937)

62 x 30 x 24

01-104-38

100

24 (0.51)

0.81 (21)

1.31 (33)

515 (765)

5,000 (1,524)

3,275 (1,485)

72 x 36 x 36

01-108-38

200

24 (0.51)

1.14 (29)

1.60 (41)

875 (1,300)

2,500 (762)

2,440 (1,107)

62 x 30 x 24

01-110-38

300

24 (0.51)

1.36 (35)

1.81 (46)

1,200 (1,785)

2,500 (762)

3,585 (1,626)

72 x 36 x 36

Sag and Tension guidelines for these products are available online:

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-5

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

www.SuperiorEssex.com/techtip.aspx

PREMISES FIBER

Part Number

OSP FIBER

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

Pair
Count

OSP COMPOSITE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Approx.
Nominal Diameter Nominal Diameter
(with messenger) Approx. Weight Standard Length Shipping Weight
(cable only)
lbs (kg)
in (mm)
lbs/kft (kg/km)
ft (m)
in (mm)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

SEALPIC®–84

PREMISES COPPER

SEALPIC®–FSF-84
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

SEALPIC®-FSF-84 Cables are suited for aerial applications where a filled
cable design is preferred. The core and support member (messenger) lay
parallel to each other forming a cross-sectional “figure 8.” The support
messenger is an integral part of the cable sheath, yet readily available for
gripping, pulling and tensioning.

Applications

Specifications

OSP FIBER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid Annealed Copper

•	 Aerial

19 (0.90), 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted into pairs with varying
lay lengths

•	 Minimizes crosstalk

•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides thermal protection

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Insulation

Dual insulation consisting of an inner layer of foamed, natural
polyolefin over which is applied a solid (skin) layer of
polyolefin colored in accordance with industry standards

Twisted Pairs

Individual insulated conductors; twisted into pairs with
varying lay lengths; specific color combinations provide
pair identification

•	 Filled core

•	 Moisture resistant

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are assembled into a cylindrical core

•	 Fully flooded shield interfaces

•	 Inhibits corrosion
and water migration

> 25-Pair Core

Cables larger than 25-pair are assembled into units, which
are then used to assemble the core; units are identifiable
using color-coded binders

•	 Fully flooded steel
support member

•	 Inhibits corrosion

Filling Compound

80°C ETPR compound, completely filling the interstices
between the pairs and under the core wrap

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape

Shield

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 8 mil aluminum tape applied
longitudinally with an overlap; flooded shield interfaces

Support Member

0.25 inch, 7-strand Extra High Strength (EHS) galvanized
steel messenger serves as support member and integral
part of the sheath; messenger is flooded

•	 Provides a tough, protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Identifying information includes a telephone handset,
cable code, pair count, AWG, date of manufacture
and sequential length markings at 2 foot intervals

Standards
Compliance

SEALPIC-FSF-84 cables meet the physical and electrical
requirements of RDUP specification 7 CFR 1755.890
(PE-89), except that the figure-8 sheath shall meet
the requirements of ANSI/ICEA S-85-625-2007 Option A
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Average
Attenuation*
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)*
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Unbalance Maximum %
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.2 (10.5)

45.0 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

4,500

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.5 (14.8)

91.0 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

3,600

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.6 (18.4)

144.0 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz

PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

F-6

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

Part Number

AWG (mm)

09-034-05

50

19 (0.90)

1.04 (26)

1.51 (38)

800 (1,190)

2,500 (762)

2,270 (1,030)

60 x 30 x 30

09-057-05

6

22 (0.64)

0.37 (9.4)

0.84 (22)

205 (305)

5,000 (1,524)

1,255 (569)

52 x 25 x 20

09-059-05

12

22 (0.64)

0.46 (12)

0.93 (24)

250 (370)

5,000 (1,524)

1,513 (687)

52 x 25 x 20

09-062-05

25

22 (0.64)

0.59 (15)

1.06 (27)

330 (490)

5,000 (1,524)

1,945 (882)

58 x 25 x 20

09-065-05

50

22 (0.64)

0.75 (19)

1.22 (31)

485 (720)

5,000 (1,524)

2,765 (1,254)

62 x 30 x 24

09-092-05

6

24 (0.51)

0.34 (8.6)

0.83 (21)

185 (275)

5,000 (1,524)

1,115 (506)

46 x 25 x 20

09-094-05

12

24 (0.51)

0.40 (10)

0.89 (23)

210 (315)

5,000 (1,524)

1,280 (580)

52 x 25 x 20

09-097-05

25

24 (0.51)

0.50 (13)

0.99 (25)

260 (385)

5,000 (1,524)

1,595 (723)

58 x 25 x 20

09-100-05

50

24 (0.51)

0.63 (16)

1.12 (28)

350 (520)

5,000 (1,524)

2,065 (937)

62 x 30 x 24

09-104-05

100

24 (0.51)

0.81 (21)

1.31 (33)

515 (765)

5,000 (1,524)

3,275 (1,485)

72 x 36 x 36

09-108-05

200

24 (0.51)

1.14 (29)

1.60 (41)

875 (1,300)

2,500 (762)

2,440 (1,107)

62 x 30 x 24

09-110-05

300

24 (0.51)

1.36 (35)

1.81 (46)

1,200 (1,785)

2,500 (762)

3,585 (1,626)

72 x 36 x 36

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Sag and Tension guidelines for these products are available online:

PREMISES COPPER

Approx.
Standard Length Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)
ft (m)

PREMISES FIBER

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Pair
Count

OSP FIBER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Nominal Diameter Nominal Diameter
(with messenger)
(cable only)
in (mm)
in (mm)

OSP COMPOSITE

SEALPIC®–FSF-84

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-7

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

www.SuperiorEssex.com/techtip.aspx

PREMISES COPPER

SEALPIC®–FSF (RDUP PE-89)
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

SEALPIC®-FSF Cables are designed for low risk direct burial or duct
applications where protection from moisture is required and aluminum
shielding is desired. SEALPIC-FSF may be used aerially, but must be
attached to a support strand.

Applications
Specifications

OSP FIBER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

•	 Low risk direct burial

Solid annealed copper

•	 Underground conduit

Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

•	 Lashed aerial

Dual insulation consisting of an inner layer of foamed, natural
polyolefin over which is applied a solid (skin) layer of
polyolefin colored in accordance with industry standards

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted into pairs with varying
lay lengths

•	 Minimizes crosstalk

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Twisted Pairs

Individual insulated conductors; twisted into pairs with
varying lay lengths; specific color combinations provide
pair identification

•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides thermal protection

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are assembled into a cylindrical core

•	 Filled core

•	 Moisture resistant

> 25-Pair Core

Cables larger than 25-pair are assembled into units, which
are then used to assemble the core; units are identifiable
using color-coded binders

•	 Fully flooded shield interfaces

•	 Inhibits corrosion
and water migration

80°C ETPR compound, completely filling the interstices
between the pairs and under the core wrap

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

Filling Compound
Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape applied over the core

Shield

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 8 mil aluminum tape applied
longitudinally with an overlap; flooded shield interfaces

•	 Provides a tough, protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Identifying information includes a telephone handset,
cable code, pair count, AWG, date of manufacture
and sequential length markings at 2 foot intervals

Standards
Compliance

ANSI/ICEA S-84-608-2007
RDUP 7 CFR 1755.890 (PE-89)
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications
Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

BELL OSP COPPER

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Average
Attenuation*
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Unbalance Maximum %
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.2 (10.5)

45.0 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

4,500

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.5 (14.8)

91.0 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

3,600

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.6 (18.4)

144.0 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.0 (23.3)

232.0 (144.0)

1.5

5.0

2,400

10,000

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

26

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

47

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

F-8

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

0.49 (12)

120 (180)

5,000 (1,524)

710 (320)

44 x 18 x 20

12

19 (0.90)

0.59 (15)

190 (285)

5,000 (1,524)

1,115 (505)

46 x 25 x 20

09-031-02

25

19 (0.90)

0.78 (20)

355 (530)

5,000 (1,524)

1,980 (895)

52 x 25 x 20

09-034-02

50

19 (0.90)

1.03 (26)

655 (975)

5,000 (1,524)

3,565 (1,615)

62 x 30 x 24

09-038-02

100

19 (0.90)

1.37 (35)

1,225 (1,825)

2,500 (762)

3,430 (1,555)

65 x 30 x 32

09-057-02

6

22 (0.64)

0.39 (9.9)

70 (105)

5,000 (1,524)

415 (190)

36 x 18 x 14

09-059-02

12

22 (0.64)

0.47 (12)

115 (170)

5,000 (1,524)

685 (310)

44 x 18 x 20

09-062-02

25

22 (0.64)

0.60 (15)

200 (300)

5,000 (1,524)

1,165 (530)

46 x 25 x 20

09-065-02

50

22 (0.64)

0.77 (20)

350 (520)

5,000 (1,524)

1,955 (885)

52 x 25 x 20

09-069-02

100

22 (0.64)

1.02 (26)

650 (965)

5,000 (1,524)

3,540 (1,605)

62 x 30 x 24

09-073-02

200

22 (0.64)

1.38 (35)

1,225 (1,825)

2,500 (762)

3,350 (1,520)

62 x 30 x 24

09-075-02

300

22 (0.64)

1.65 (42)

1,800 (2,680)

1,250 (381)

2,495 (1,130)

58 x 25 x 20

09-077-02

400

22 (0.64)

1.88 (48)

2,365 (3,520)

1,250 (381)

3,245 (1,470)

62 x 30 x 24

09-081-02

600

22 (0.64)

2.28 (58)

3,505 (5,215)

1,250 (381)

4,995 (2,265)

72 x 35 x 36

09-083-02

900

22 (0.64)

2.76 (70)

5,195 (7,730)

1,250 (381)

7,290 (3,305)

84 x 40 x 42

09-085-02

1,200

22 (0.64)

3.14 (80)

6,845 (10,185)

1,250 (381)

9,730 (4,415)

96 x 40 x 48

09-087-02

1,500

22 (0.64)

3.51 (89)

8,520 (12,680)

1,000 (305)

9,695 (4,400)

96 x 40 x 48

09-092-02

6

24 (0.51)

0.36 (9.1)

55 (80)

5,000 (1,524)

320 (145)

36 x 18 x 14

09-094-02

12

24 (0.51)

0.42 (11)

85 (125)

5,000 (1,524)

490 (220)

36 x 18 x 14

09-097-02

25

24 (0.51)

0.52 (13)

140 (210)

5,000 (1,524)

810 (365)

44 x 18 x 20

09-100-02

50

24 (0.51)

0.66 (17)

240 (355)

5,000 (1,524)

1,365 (620)

46 x 25 x 20

09-104-02

100

24 (0.51)

0.85 (22)

430 (640)

5,000 (1,524)

2,395 (1,085)

58 x 25 x 20

09-108-02

200

24 (0.51)

1.14 (29)

810 (1,205)

5,000 (1,524)

4,665 (2,115)

72 x 35 x 36

09-110-02

300

24 (0.51)

1.37 (35)

1,180 (1,755)

2,500 (762)

3,320 (1,505)

65 x 30 x 32

09-112-02

400

24 (0.51)

1.55 (39)

1,545 (2,300)

2,500 (762)

4,475 (2,030)

72 x 35 x 36

09-116-02

600

24 (0.51)

1.88 (48)

2,285 (3,400)

1,250 (381)

3,145 (1,425)

62 x 30 x 24

09-118-02

900

24 (0.51)

2.25 (57)

3,350 (4,985)

1,250 (381)

4,800 (2,180)

72 x 35 x 36

09-120-02

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.57 (65)

4,420 (6,580)

1,250 (381)

6,225 (2,825)

78 x 40 x 39

09-121-02

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.86 (73)

5,490 (8,170)

1,000 (305)

6,190 (2,805)

78 x 40 x 39

09-124-02

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.12 (79)

6,560 (9,765)

1,000 (305)

7,355 (3,335)

84 x 40 x 42

09-125-02

2,100

24 (0.51)

3.40 (86)

7,690 (11,445)

1,000 (305)

8,865 (4,020)

96 x 40 x 48

09-126-02

2,400

24 (0.51)

3.59 (91)

8,695 (12,940)

1,000 (305)

9,870 (4,475)

96 x 40 x 48

09-132-02

25

26 (0.40)

0.44 (11)

100 (150)

5,000 (1,524)

565 (255)

36 x 18 x 14

09-135-02

50

26 (0.40)

0.55 (14)

165 (245)

5,000 (1,524)

990 (450)

46 x 25 x 20

09-139-02

100

26 (0.40)

0.71 (18)

290 (430)

5,000 (1,524)

1,655 (750)

52 x 25 x 20

09-143-02

200

26 (0.40)

0.94 (24)

535 (795)

5,000 (1,524)

2,965 (1,345)

62 x 30 x 24

09-145-02

300

26 (0.40)

1.09 (28)

755 (1,125)

5,000 (1,524)

4,390 (1,990)

72 x 35 x 36

09-147-02

400

26 (0.40)

1.25 (32)

995 (1,480)

2,500 (762)

2,735 (1,240)

58 x 25 x 20

09-151-02

600

26 (0.40)

1.49 (38)

1,455 (2,165)

2,500 (762)

4,250 (1,930)

72 x 35 x 36

09-153-02

900

26 (0.40)

1.78 (45)

2,120 (3,155)

1,250 (381)

3,020 (1,370)

65 x 30 x 32

09-155-02

1,200

26 (0.40)

2.03 (52)

2,785 (4,145)

1,250 (381)

4,095 (1,860)

72 x 35 x 36

09-156-02

1,500

26 (0.40)

2.28 (58)

3,480 (5,180)

1,250 (381)

4,965 (2,250)

72 x 35 x 36

09-157-02

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.48 (63)

4,150 (6,175)

1,250 (381)

5,885 (2,670)

78 x 40 x 39

09-159-02

2,400

26 (0.40)

2.86 (73)

5,515 (8,210)

1,250 (381)

8,070 (3,660)

96 x 40 x 48

09-164-02

3,600

26 (0.40)

3.45 (88)

8,165 (12,150)

1,000 (305)

9,340 (4,235)

96 x 40 x 48

Product FAQs for OSP copper cables are available online:

www.SuperiorEssex.com/comm/productFAQs.aspx

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-9

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

19 (0.90)

09-028-02

OSP FIBER

AWG (mm)

6

OSP COMPOSITE

Pair Count

09-026-02

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Number

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

BELL OSP COPPER

Standard Length
ft (m)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

TECHNICAL INFO

SEALPIC®–FSF (RDUP PE-89)

PREMISES COPPER

CASPIC®–FSF (RDUP PE-89)
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

CASPIC®-FSF Cables are designed for direct burial applications.
CASPIC-FSF cables are recommended for use in high-risk areas where
additional mechanical or rodent protection is required. CASPIC-FSF may be
used aerially, but must be attached to a support strand.

Applications
Specifications

OSP FIBER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

•	 Direct burial where additional mechanical protection
is requried or desired

Solid Annealed Copper

•	 Lashed aerial where additional mechanical protection
is requried or desired

Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Insulation

Dual insulation consisting of an inner layer of foamed, natural
polyolefin over which is applied a solid (skin) layer of
polyolefin colored in accordance with industry standards

Twisted Pairs

Individual insulated conductors; twisted into pairs with
varying lay lengths; specific color combinations provide
pair identification

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are assembled into a cylindrical core

> 25-Pair Core

Cables larger than 25-pair are assembled into units, which
are then used to assemble the core; units are identifiable
using color-coded binders

Filling Compound

80°C ETPR compound, completely filling the interstices
between the pairs and under the core wrap

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape applied over the core

Inner Shield

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 8 mil aluminum tape applied
directly over the core wrap; does not butt or overlap at any
point along the length of the cable; flooded shield interface

Outer Shield

Rodent resistant, corrugated, copolymer coated, 6 mil steel
tape applied directly over the aluminum and overlaps;
flooded shield interface

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Identifying information includes a telephone handset,
cable code, pair count, AWG, date of manufacture
and sequential length markings at 2 foot intervals

Standards
Compliance

ANSI/ICEA S-84-608-2007
RDUP 7 CFR 1755.890 (PE-89)
RoHS-compliant

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted into pairs with varying
lay lengths

•	 Minimizes crosstalk

•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides thermal protection

•	 Filled core

•	 Moisture resistant

•	 Dual shield design

•	 Rodent resistant

•	 Fully flooded shield interfaces

•	 Inhibits corrosion
and water migration

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

Electrical Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Average
Attenuation*
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Unbalance Maximum %
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.2 (10.5)

45.0 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

4,500

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.5 (14.8)

91.0 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

3,600

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.6 (18.4)

144.0 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

*For cables with 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz

TECHNICAL INFO

Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

F-10

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

09-026-92

6

19 (0.90)

0.52 (13)

155 (230)

5,000 (1,524)

885 (400)

44 x 18 x 20

09-028-92

12

19 (0.90)

0.62 (16)

235 (350)

5,000 (1,524)

1,340 (610)

46 x 25 x 20

09-031-92

25

19 (0.90)

0.81 (21)

415 (620)

5,000 (1,524)

2,320 (1,050)

58 x 25 x 20

09-034-92

50

19 (0.90)

1.07 (27)

740 (1,100)

5,000 (1,524)

4,315 (1,955)

72 x 35 x 36

09-038-92

100

19 (0.90)

1.41 (36)

1,345 (2,000)

5,000 (1,524)

7,425 (3,370)

78 x 40 x 39

09-057-92

6

22 (0.64)

0.42 (11)

95 (140)

5,000 (1,524)

540 (245)

36 x 18 x 14

09-059-92

12

22 (0.64)

0.50 (13)

150 (225)

5,000 (1,524)

860 (390)

44 x 18 x 20

09-062-92

25

22 (0.64)

0.63 (16)

245 (365)

5,000 (1,524)

1,390 (630)

46 x 25 x 20

09-065-92

50

22 (0.64)

0.80 (20)

410 (610)

5,000 (1,524)

2,295 (1,040)

58 x 25 x 20

09-069-92

100

22 (0.64)

1.05 (27)

730 (1,085)

5,000 (1,524)

4,265 (1,935)

72 x 35 x 36

09-073-92

200

22 (0.64)

1.42 (36)

1,345 (2,000)

2,500 (762)

3,650 (1,655)

62 x 30 x 24

09-075-92

300

22 (0.64)

1.70 (43)

1,945 (2,895)

1,250 (381)

2,720 (1,235)

62 x 30 x 24

09-077-92

400

22 (0.64)

1.92 (49)

2,535 (3,775)

1,250 (381)

3,455 (1,570)

62 x 30 x 24

09-081-92

600

22 (0.64)

2.32 (59)

3,710 (5,520)

1,250 (381)

5,250 (2,380)

72 x 35 x 36

09-083-92

900

22 (0.64)

2.81 (71)

5,455 (8,120)

1,250 (381)

7,615 (3,455)

84 x 40 x 42

09-085-92

1,200

22 (0.64)

3.19 (81)

7,140 (10,625)

1,250 (381)

10,100 (4,580)

96 x 40 x 48

09-092-92

6

24 (0.51)

0.39 (9.9)

80 (120)

5,000 (1,524)

465 (210)

36 x 18 x 14

09-094-92

12

24 (0.51)

0.45 (11)

110 (165)

5,000 (1,524)

615 (280)

36 x 18 x 14

09-097-92

25

24 (0.51)

0.55 (14)

180 (270)

5,000 (1,524)

1,065 (485)

46 x 25 x 20

09-100-92

50

24 (0.51)

0.69 (18)

290 (430)

5,000 (1,524)

1,615 (735)

46 x 25 x 20

09-104-92

100

24 (0.51)

0.88 (22)

500 (745)

5,000 (1,524)

2,745 (1,245)

58 x 25 x 20

09-108-92

200

24 (0.51)

1.18 (30)

905 (1,345)

2,500 (762)

2,510 (1,135)

58 x 25 x 20

09-110-92

300

24 (0.51)

1.41 (36)

1,300 (1,935)

2,500 (762)

3,540 (1,605)

62 x 30 x 24

09-112-92

400

24 (0.51)

1.59 (40)

1,680 (2,500)

2,500 (762)

4,815 (2,185)

72 x 35 x 36

09-116-92

600

24 (0.51)

1.92 (49)

2,450 (3,645)

1,250 (381)

3,350 (1,520)

62 x 30 x 24

09-118-92

900

24 (0.51)

2.29 (58)

3,555 (5,290)

1,250 (381)

5,060 (2,295)

72 x 35 x 36

09-120-92

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.62 (67)

4,660 (6,935)

1,250 (381)

6,525 (2,960)

78 x 40 x 39

09-121-92

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.91 (74)

5,755 (8,565)

1,000 (305)

6,455 (2,930)

78 x 40 x 39

09-124-92

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.17 (81)

6,855 (10,200)

1,000 (305)

7,650 (3,470)

84 x 40 x 42

09-125-92

2,100

24 (0.51)

3.45 (88)

8,015 (11,930)

1,000 (305)

9,190 (4,170)

96 x 40 x 48

09-126-92

2,400

24 (0.51)

3.64 (93)

9,035 (13,445)

750 (229)

7,950 (3,605)

96 x 40 x 48

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

Part Number

OSP FIBER

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

OSP COMPOSITE

Standard Length
ft (m)

BELL OSP COPPER

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

CASPIC®–FSF (RDUP PE-89)

Product FAQs for OSP copper cables are available online:

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-11

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

www.SuperiorEssex.com/comm/productFAQs.aspx

PREMISES COPPER

SEALPIC®–F (RDUP PE-39)
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

SEALPIC-F Cables are designed for low risk direct burial or duct applications.
SEALPIC-F may be used aerially, but must be attached to a support strand.

Applications
•	 Low risk direct burial
•	 Underground conduit

Specifications

•	 Lashed aerial

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper
Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)

Features

Benefits

Insulation

Solid polyolefin; color coded in accordance
with industry standards

•	 Twisted into pairs with varying
lay lengths

•	 Minimizes crosstalk

Twisted Pairs

Individual insulated conductors; twisted into pairs with
varying lay lengths; specific color combinations provide
pair identification

•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides thermal protection

•	 Filled core

•	 Moisture resistant

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are assembled into a cylindrical core

•	 Fully flooded shield interfaces

•	 Inhibits corrosion
and water migration

> 25-Pair Core

Cables larger than 25-pair are assembled into units, which
are then used to assemble the core; units are identifiable
using color-coded binders

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

Filling Compound

80°C ETPR compound, completely filling the interstices
between the pairs and under the core wrap

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape applied over the core

Shield

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 8 mil aluminum tape applied
longitudinally with an overlap; flooded shield interfaces

•	 Provides a tough, protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Identifying information includes a telephone handset,
cable code, pair count, AWG, date of manufacture
and sequential length markings at 2 foot intervals

Standards
Compliance

ANSI/ICEA S-84-608-2007
RDUP 7 CFR 1755.390 (PE-39)
RoHS-compliant

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Average
Attenuation*
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Unbalance Maximum %
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

2.8 (9.2)

45.0 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

7,000

15,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.0 (13.1)

91.0 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

5,000

15,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.0 (16.4)

144.0 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

15,000

*For cables of 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

F-12

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

04-026-21

6

19 (0.90)

0.54 (14)

140 (210)

5,000 (1,524)

810 (365)

44 x 18 x 20

04-028-21

12

19 (0.90)

0.69 (18)

235 (350)

5,000 (1,524)

1,340 (610)

46 x 25 x 20

04-031-21

25

19 (0.90)

0.92 (23)

440 (655)

5,000 (1,524)

2,570 (1,165)

65 x 30 x 32

04-034-21

50

19 (0.90)

1.22 (31)

810 (1,205)

5,000 (1,524)

4,750 (2,155)

78 x 40 x 39

04-038-21

100

19 (0.90)

1.69 (43)

1,565 (2,330)

2,500 (762)

4,525 (2,055)

72 x 35 x 36

04-057-21

6

22 (0.64)

0.43 (11)

85 (125)

5,000 (1,524)

490 (220)

36 x 18 x 14

04-059-21

12

22 (0.64)

0.53 (14)

135 (200)

5,000 (1,524)

785 (355)

44 x 18 x 20

04-062-21

25

22 (0.64)

0.68 (17)

240 (355)

5,000 (1,524)

1,365 (620)

46 x 25 x 20

04-065-21

50

22 (0.64)

0.89 (23)

425 (630)

5,000 (1,524)

2,370 (1,075)

58 x 25 x 20

04-069-21

100

22 (0.64)

1.19 (30)

780 (1,160)

5,000 (1,524)

4,515 (2,050)

72 x 35 x 36

04-073-21

200

22 (0.64)

1.63 (41)

1,500 (2,230)

2,500 (762)

4,365 (1,980)

72 x 35 x 36

04-075-21

300

22 (0.64)

1.96 (50)

2,205 (3,280)

2,500 (762)

6,210 (2,820)

78 x 40 x 39

04-077-21

400

22 (0.64)

2.23 (57)

2,890 (4,300)

1,250 (381)

4,225 (1,915)

72 x 35 x 36

04-081-21

600

22 (0.64)

2.72 (69)

4,295 (6,390)

1,250 (381)

6,165 (2,795)

84 x 40 x 42

04-083-21

900

22 (0.64)

3.30 (84)

6,380 (9,495)

1,250 (381)

7,975 (3,615)

96 x 40 x 48

04-092-21

6

24 (0.51)

0.38 (9.7)

60 (90)

5,000 (1,524)

365 (165)

36 x 18 x 14

04-094-21

12

24 (0.51)

0.46 (12)

95 (140)

5,000 (1,524)

585 (265)

44 x 18 x 20

04-097-21

25

24 (0.51)

0.58 (15)

165 (245)

5,000 (1,524)

990 (450)

46 x 25 x 20

04-100-21

50

24 (0.51)

0.74 (19)

285 (425)

5,000 (1,524)

1,630 (740)

52 x 25 x 20

04-104-21

100

24 (0.51)

0.98 (25)

520 (775)

5,000 (1,524)

2,970 (1,345)

65 x 30 x 32

04-108-21

200

24 (0.51)

1.32 (34)

975 (1,450)

5,000 (1,524)

5,575 (2,530)

78 x 40 x 39

04-110-21

300

24 (0.51)

1.58 (40)

1,420 (2,115)

2,500 (762)

4,165 (1,890)

72 x 35 x 36

04-112-21

400

24 (0.51)

1.79 (46)

1,850 (2,755)

2,500 (762)

5,325 (2,415)

78 x 40 x 39

04-116-21

600

24 (0.51)

2.18 (55)

2,745 (4,085)

1,250 (381)

4,045 (1,835)

72 x 35 x 36

04-118-21

900

24 (0.51)

2.63 (67)

4,050 (6,025)

1,250 (381)

5,760 (2,615)

78 x 40 x 39

04-120-21

1,200

24 (0.51)

3.00 (76)

5,325 (7,925)

1,000 (305)

6,025 (2,730)

78 x 40 x 39

04-121-21

1,500

24 (0.51)

3.35 (85)

6,625 (9,860)

1,000 (305)

7,800 (3,540)

96 x 40 x 48

04-124-21

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.63 (92)

7,870 (11,710)

1,000 (305)

9,045 (4,105)

96 x 40 x 48

PREMISES COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Product FAQs for OSP copper cables are available online:

PREMISES FIBER

Part Number

OSP FIBER

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

OSP COMPOSITE

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Approx.
Standard Length Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)
ft (m)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

SEALPIC®–F (RDUP PE-39)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-13

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

www.SuperiorEssex.com/comm/productFAQs.aspx

PREMISES COPPER

CUPIC®–F (RDUP PE-39)
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

CUPIC®-F Cables are designed for use in low risk duct or direct burial
applications. CUPIC-F may be used aerially, but must be attached to a
support strand.

Applications
•	 Low risk direct burial

Specifications

•	 Underground conduit

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper

Insulation

Solid polyolefin; color coded in accordance
with industry standards

Twisted Pairs

Individual insulated conductors; twisted into pairs with
varying lay lengths; specific color combinations provide
pair identification

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are assembled into a cylindrical core

> 25-Pair Core

Cables larger than 25-pair are assembled into units, which
are then used to assemble the core; units are identifiable
using color-coded binders

Filling Compound

80°C ETPR compound, completely filling the interstices
between the pairs and under the core wrap

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape applied over the core

Shield

Corrugated, 5 mil copper tape is applied longitudinally with
an overlap; shield interfaces are flooded

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Identifying information includes a telephone handset,
cable code, pair count, AWG, date of manufacture
and sequential length markings at 2 foot intervals

Standards
Compliance

ANSI/ICEA S-84-608-2007
RDUP 7 CFR 1755.390 (PE-39)
RoHS-compliant

•	 Lashed aerial

Available in19 (0.90), 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted into pairs with varying
lay lengths

•	 Minimizes crosstalk

•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides thermal protection

•	 Filled core

•	 Moisture resistant

•	 Fully flooded shield interfaces

•	 Inhibits corrosion
and water migration

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Average
Attenuation*
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Unbalance Maximum %
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

2.8 (9.2)

45.0 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

7,000

15,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.0 (13.1)

91.0 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

5,000

15,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.0 (16.4)

144.0 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

15,000

*For cables of 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

F-14

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

04-026-04

6

19 (0.90)

0.54 (14)

150 (225)

5,000 (1,524)

860 (390)

44 x 18 x 20

04-028-04

12

19 (0.90)

0.69 (18)

255 (380)

5,000 (1,524)

1,440 (655)

46 x 25 x 20

04-031-04

25

19 (0.90)

0.92 (23)

470 (700)

5,000 (1,524)

2,720 (1,235)

65 x 30 x 32

04-034-04

50

19 (0.90)

1.22 (31)

845 (1,260)

5,000 (1,524)

4,925 (2,235)

78 x 40 x 39

04-038-04

100

19 (0.90)

1.69 (43)

1,620 (2,410)

2,500 (762)

4,750 (2,155)

78 x 40 x 39

04-057-04

6

22 (0.64)

0.43 (11)

95 (140)

5,000 (1,524)

540 (245)

36 x 18 x 14

04-059-04

12

22 (0.64)

0.53 (14)

145 (215)

5,000 (1,524)

835 (380)

44 x 18 x 20

04-062-04

25

22 (0.64)

0.68 (17)

255 (380)

5,000 (1,524)

1,440 (655)

46 x 25 x 20

04-065-04

50

22 (0.64)

0.89 (23)

450 (670)

5,000 (1,524)

2,495 (1,130)

58 x 25 x 20

04-069-04

100

22 (0.64)

1.19 (30)

815 (1,215)

5,000 (1,524)

4,690 (2,125)

72 x 35 x 36

04-073-04

200

22 (0.64)

1.63 (41)

1,550 (2,305)

2,500 (762)

4,490 (2,035)

72 x 35 x 36

04-075-04

300

22 (0.64)

1.97 (50)

2,270 (3,380)

2,500 (762)

6,375 (2,890)

78 x 40 x 39

04-077-04

400

22 (0.64)

2.23 (57)

2,960 (4,405)

1,250 (381)

4,315 (1,955)

72 x 35 x 36

04-081-04

600

22 (0.64)

2.72 (69)

4,385 (6,525)

1,250 (381)

6,280 (2,850)

84 x 40 x 42

04-083-04

900

22 (0.64)

3.30 (84)

6,490 (9,660)

1,250 (381)

9,290 (4,215)

96 x 40 x 48

04-092-04

6

24 (0.51)

0.38 (9.7)

70 (105)

5,000 (1,524)

415 (190)

36 x 18 x 14

04-094-04

12

24 (0.51)

0.46 (12)

110 (165)

5,000 (1,524)

660 (300)

44 x 18 x 20

04-097-04

25

24 (0.51)

0.58 (15)

180 (270)

5,000 (1,524)

1,065 (485)

46 x 25 x 20

04-100-04

50

24 (0.51)

0.74 (19)

305 (455)

5,000 (1,524)

1,730 (785)

52 x 25 x 20

04-104-04

100

24 (0.51)

0.98 (25)

550 (820)

5,000 (1,524)

3,120 (1,415)

65 x 30 x 32

04-108-04

200

24 (0.51)

1.32 (34)

1,015 (1,510)

5,000 (1,524)

5,775 (2,620)

78 x 40 x 39

04-110-04

300

24 (0.51)

1.59 (40)

1,470 (2,190)

2,500 (762)

4,290 (1,945)

72 x 35 x 36

04-112-04

400

24 (0.51)

1.79 (46)

1,905 (2,835)

2,500 (762)

5,460 (2,475)

78 x 40 x 39

04-116-04

600

24 (0.51)

2.18 (55)

2,815 (4,190)

1,250 (381)

4,135 (1,875)

72 x 35 x 36

04-118-04

900

24 (0.51)

2.63 (67)

4,135 (6,155)

1,250 (381)

5,870 (2,660)

78 x 40 x 39

04-120-04

1,200

24 (0.51)

3.00 (76)

5,420 (8,065)

1,000 (305)

6,120 (2,775)

78 x 40 x 39

04-121-04

1,500

24 (0.51)

3.35 (85)

6,730 (10,015)

1,000 (305)

7,905 (3,585)

96 x 40 x 48

04-124-04

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.63 (92)

7,990 (11,890)

1,000 (305)

9,165 (4,155)

96 x 40 x 48

PREMISES COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Product FAQs for OSP copper cables are available online:

PREMISES FIBER

Part Number

OSP FIBER

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

OSP COMPOSITE

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Approx.
Standard Length Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)
ft (m)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

CUPIC®–F (RDUP PE-39)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-15

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

www.SuperiorEssex.com/comm/productFAQs.aspx

PREMISES COPPER

GOPIC®–F (RDUP PE-39)
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

GOPIC®-F Cables are designed for use in direct burial applications where
additional mechanical or rodent protection is required. GOPIC-F may be
used aerially, but must be attached to a support strand.

Applications
•	 Direct burial where additional mechanical protection
is required or desired

Specifications

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper
Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)

•	 Lashed aerial where additional mechanical protection
is required or desired

Insulation

Solid polyolefin; color coded in accordance
with industry standards

Features

Benefits

Twisted Pairs

Individual insulated conductors; twisted into pairs with
varying lay lengths; specific color combinations provide
pair identification

•	 Twisted into pairs
with varying lay lengths

•	 Minimizes crosstalk

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are assembled into a cylindrical core

•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides thermal protection
•	 Moisture resistant

> 25-Pair Core

Cables larger than 25-pair are assembled into units, which
are then used to assemble the core; units are identifiable
using color-coded binders

•	 Filled core
•	 Corrugated, copper
bearing armor

•	 Rodent resistant

Filling Compound

80°C ETPR compound, completely filling the interstices
between the pairs and under the core wrap

•	 Fully flooded shield interfaces

•	 Inhibits corrosion
and water migration

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape applied over the core

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

Shield

Corrugated, rodent resistant, copper bearing armor applied
longitudinally with an overlap; flooded shield interfaces

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Identifying information includes a telephone handset,
cable code, pair count, AWG, date of manufacture
and sequential length markings at 2 foot intervals

•	 Provides a tough, protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

Standards
Compliance

ANSI/ICEA S-84-608-2007
RDUP 7 CFR 1755.390 (PE-39)
RoHS-compliant

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Average
Attenuation*
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) Unbalance Maximum %
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

2.8 (9.2)

45.0 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

7,000

15,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.0 (13.1)

91.0 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

5,000

15,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.0 (16.4)

144.0 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

15,000

*For cables of 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

F-16

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

04-026-27

6

19 (0.90)

0.54 (14)

155 (230)

5,000 (1,524)

885 (400)

44 x 18 x 20

04-028-27

12

19 (0.90)

0.69 (18)

255 (380)

5,000 (1,524)

1,440 (655)

46 x 25 x 20

04-031-27

25

19 (0.90)

0.92 (23)

470 (700)

5,000 (1,524)

2,720 (1,235)

65 x 30 x 32

04-034-27

50

19 (0.90)

1.22 (31)

850 (1,265)

5,000 (1,524)

4,950 (2,245)

78 x 40 x 39

04-038-27

100

19 (0.90)

1.69 (43)

1,620 (2,410)

2,500 (762)

4,665 (2,115)

72 x 35 x 36

04-057-27

6

22 (0.64)

0.43 (11)

95 (140)

5,000 (1,524)

540 (245)

36 x 18 x 14

04-059-27

12

22 (0.64)

0.53 (14)

150 (225)

5,000 (1,524)

860 (390)

44 x 18 x 20

04-062-27

25

22 (0.64)

0.68 (17)

260 (385)

5,000 (1,524)

1,465 (665)

46 x 25 x 20

04-065-27

50

22 (0.64)

0.89 (23)

450 (670)

5,000 (1,524)

2,495 (1,130)

58 x 25 x 20

04-069-27

100

22 (0.64)

1.19 (30)

820 (1,220)

5,000 (1,524)

4,715 (2,140)

72 x 35 x 36

04-073-27

200

22 (0.64)

1.63 (41)

1,555 (2,315)

2,,500 (762)

4,500 (2,040)

72 x 35 x 36

04-075-27

300

22 (0.64)

1.96 (50)

2,275 (3,385)

2,500 (762)

6,385 (2,895)

78 x 40 x 39

04-077-27

400

22 (0.64)

2.23 (57)

2,965 (4,415)

1,250 (381)

4,320 (1,960)

72 x 35 x 36

04-081-27

600

22 (0.64)

2.72 (69)

4,395 (6,540)

1,250 (381)

6,290 (2,855)

84 x 40 x 42

04-083-27

900

22 (0.64)

3.30 (84)

6,505 (9,680)

1,250 (381)

8,130 (3,690)

96 x 40 x 48

04-092-27

6

24 (0.51)

0.38 (9.7)

70 (105)

5,000 (1,524)

415 (190)

36 x 18 x 14

04-094-27

12

24 (0.51)

0.46 (12)

110 (165)

5,000 (1,524)

660 (300)

44 x 18 x 20

04-097-27

25

24 (0.51)

0.58 (15)

180 (270)

5,000 (1,524)

1,065 (485)

46 x 25 x 20

04-100-27

50

24 (0.51)

0.74 (19)

310 (460)

5,000 (1,524)

1,755 (795)

52 x 25 x 20

04-104-27

100

24 (0.51)

0.98 (25)

550 (820)

5,000 (1,524)

3,120 (1,415)

65 x 30 x 32

04-108-27

200

24 (0.51)

1.32 (34)

1,020 (1,520)

5,000 (1,524)

5,800 (2,630)

78 x 40 x 39

04-110-27

300

24 (0.51)

1.58 (40)

1,475 (2,195)

2,500 (762)

4,300 (1,950)

72 x 35 x 36

04-112-27

400

24 (0.51)

1.79 (46)

1,910 (2,845)

2,500 (762)

5,475 (2,485)

78 x 40 x 39

04-116-27

600

24 (0.51)

2.18 (55)

2,825 (4,205)

1,250 (381)

4,145 (1,880)

72 x 35 x 36

04-118-27

900

24 (0.51)

2.63 (67)

4,145 (6,170)

1,250 (381)

5,880 (2,665)

78 x 40 x 39

04-120-27

1,200

24 (0.51)

3.00 (76)

5,435 (8,090)

1,000 (305)

6,135 (2,780)

78 x 40 x 39

04-121-27

1,500

24 (0.51)

3.35 (85)

6,745 (10,040)

1,000 (305)

7,920 (3,590)

96 x 40 x 48

04-124-27

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.63 (92)

8,005 (11,915)

1,000 (305)

9,180 (4,165)

96 x 40 x 48

PREMISES COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Product FAQs for OSP copper cables are available online:

PREMISES FIBER

Part Number

OSP FIBER

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

OSP COMPOSITE

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Approx.
Standard Length Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)
ft (m)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

GOPIC®–F (RDUP PE-39)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-17

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

www.SuperiorEssex.com/comm/productFAQs.aspx

PREMISES COPPER

CASPIC®–F (RDUP PE-39)
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

CASPIC®-F Cables are designed for use in direct burial applications where
additional mechanical or rodent protection is required. CASPIC-F may be
used aerially, but must be attached to a support strand.

Applications
•	 Direct burial where additional mechanical protection
is required or desired

Specifications

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper
Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)

•	 Lashed aerial where additional mechanical protection
is required or desired

Insulation

Solid polyolefin; color coded in accordance
with industry standards

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted into pairs with varying
lay lengths

•	 Minimizes crosstalk

Twisted Pairs

Individual insulated conductors; twisted into pairs with
varying lay lengths; specific color combinations provide
pair identification

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are assembled into a cylindrical core

•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides thermal protection

Cables larger than 25-pair are assembled into units, which
are then used to assemble the core; units are identifiable
using color-coded binders

•	 Filled core

•	 Moisture resistant

> 25-Pair Core

•	 Dual shield design

•	 Rodent resistant

•	 Fully flooded shield interfaces

Filling Compound

80°C ETPR compound, completely filling the interstices
between the pairs and under the core wrap

•	 Inhibits corrosion
and water migration

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape applied over the core

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

Inner Shield

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 8 mil aluminum tape
applied directly over the core wrap that does not butt
or overlap at any point along the length of the cable;
flooded shield interfaces

•	 Provides a tough, protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

Outer Shield

Rodent resistant, corrugated, copolymer coated, 6 mil steel
tape applied directly over the aluminum and overlaps;
flooded shield interfaces

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Identifying information includes a telephone handset,
cable code, pair count, AWG, date of manufacture
and sequential length markings at 2 foot intervals

Standards
Compliance

ANSI/ICEA S-84-608-2007
RDUP 7 CFR 1755.390 (PE-39)
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Average
Attenuation*
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Unbalance Maximum %
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

2.8 (9.2)

45.0 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

7,000

15,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.0 (13.1)

91.0 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

5,000

15,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.0 (16.4)

144.0 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

15,000

*For cables of 12-pair or less, the maximum average attenuation may be increased by 10% over the values shown.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz

TECHNICAL INFO

Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

F-18

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

04-026-94

6

19 (0.90)

0.57 (15)

175 (260)

5,000 (1,524)

1,040 (470)

46 x 25 x 20

04-028-94

12

19 (0.90)

0.72 (18)

285 (425)

5,000 (1,524)

1,630 (740)

52 x 25 x 20

04-031-94

25

19 (0.90)

0.95 (24)

515 (765)

5,000 (1,524)

2,865 (1,300)

62 x 30 x 24

04-034-94

50

19 (0.90)

1.26 (32)

915 (1,360)

5,000 (1,524)

5,275 (2,390)

78 x 40 x 39

04-038-94

100

19 (0.90)

1.73 (44)

1,715 (2,550)

2,500 (762)

4,985 (2,260)

78 x 40 x 39

04-057-94

6

22 (0.64)

0.46 (12)

110 (165)

5,000 (1,524)

660 (300)

44 x 18 x 20

04-059-94

12

22 (0.64)

0.56 (14)

170 (255)

5,000 (1,524)

1,015 (460)

46 x 25 x 20

04-062-94

25

22 (0.64)

0.71 (18)

290 (430)

5,000 (1,524)

1,655 (750)

52 x 25 x 20

04-065-94

50

22 (0.64)

0.93 (24)

495 (735)

5,000 (1,524)

2,845 (1,290)

65 x 30 x 32

04-069-94

100

22 (0.64)

1.22 (31)

880 (1,310)

5,000 (1,524)

5,100 (2,315)

78 x 40 x 39

04-073-94

200

22 (0.64)

1.67 (42)

1,645 (2,450)

2,500 (762)

4,725 (2,145)

72 x 35 x 36

04-092-94

6

24 (0.51)

0.41 (10)

90 (135)

5,000 (1,524)

515 (235)

36 x 18 x 14

04-094-94

12

24 (0.51)

0.49 (12)

130 (195)

5,000 (1,524)

760 (345)

44 x 18 x 20

04-097-94

25

24 (0.51)

0.61 (16)

205 (305)

5,000 (1,524)

1,190 (540)

46 x 25 x 20

04-100-94

50

24 (0.51)

0.77 (20)

340 (505)

5,000 (1,524)

1,905 (865)

52 x 25 x 20

04-104-94

100

24 (0.51)

1.01 (26)

600 (895)

5,000 (1,524)

3,290 (1,490)

62 x 30 x 24

04-108-94

200

24 (0.51)

1.36 (35)

1,090 (1,620)

5,000 (1,524)

6,150 (2,790)

78 x 40 x 39

04-110-94

300

24 (0.51)

1.63 (41)

1,560 (2,320)

2,500 (762)

4,515 (2,050)

72 x 35 x 36

04-112-94

400

24 (0.51)

1.84 (47)

2,015 (3,000)

2,500 (762)

5,735 (2,600)

78 x 40 x 39

04-116-94

600

24 (0.51)

2.22 (56)

2,945 (4,385)

1,250 (381)

4,295 (1,950)

72 x 35 x 36

04-118-94

900

24 (0.51)

2.68 (68)

4,300 (6,400)

1,250 (381)

6,170 (2,800)

84 x 40 x 42

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

Part Number

OSP FIBER

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Approx.
Standard Length Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)
ft (m)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

OSP COMPOSITE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

CASPIC®–F (RDUP PE-39)

Product FAQs for OSP copper cables are available online:

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

F-19

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

www.SuperiorEssex.com/comm/productFAQs.aspx

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-1

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

ALPETH BHBA, BHAA, BKMA and BKTA  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2
PASP BHBH, BHAH, BKMH and BKTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-4
Self-Support BHAS and BKMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-6
Reinforced Self-Support BHAP, BKMP and BKTP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-8
Bonded STALPETH DCAZ, DCMZ and DCTZ  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-10
STEAMPETH DKMN and DKTN  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-12
Power Station High Potential Filled ASP CMAW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-13
Filled ALPETH ANBA, ANAA, ANMA and ANTA  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-14
Filled ASP ANBW, ANAW, ANMW and ANTW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-16
Tight Twist 200-Pair ANMW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-18
®
T-SCREEN Filled ASP KNAW and KNMW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-19

OSP COMPOSITE

Table of Contents

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

BELL OSP COPPER

PREMISES COPPER

ALPETH

BHBA, BHAA, BKMA and BKTA
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

ALPETH Cable is a solid insulated, single jacket air core design intended
for aerial installations. In this application, the cable must be attached to
a support strand (messenger). ALPETH cable is not recommended for any
buried or duct application, with or without air pressure.

Applications

Specifications

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

Solid annealed copper

•	 Lashed aerial

Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

Features

Benefits

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are combined into a cylindrical core

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of paired conductors

> 50-Pair Core

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final
cable core; each group is identified by color coded
non-hygroscopic binders; for 1,200-pair and larger,
the color code is a Mirror Image design

•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk and meets
the capacitance unbalance
requirements

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic dielectric material protects the core and helps
provide core-to-shield dielectric strength

•	 Core wrap

Shield

Corrugated bare 8 mil aluminum tape is applied longitudinally
over the core wrap

•	 Protects core and provides
improved mechanical and
electrical characteristics

•	 Bare aluminum tape shield

Jacket
Shield/Jacket
Options

Black polyethylene

•	 Assures good electrical
contact with non-piercing
bonding clamps

•	 Polyethylene jacket

Jacket
Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification, sequential footage and a telephone handset
printed at 2 foot intervals

Package
Standards
Compliance

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)

•	 Provides a tough, flexible,
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures and
stresses expected in standard
installations

Solid polyolefin in distinctive colors to facilitate pair identification

If extra mechanical protection is desired, an additional outer
steel armor and polyethylene jacket (UM) can be requested

Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) Unbalance Maximum %
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.3 (10.8)

45 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

5,000

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.7 (15.4)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.9 (19.4)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.4 (24.3)

232 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

2,400

10,000

OSP COPPER WIRE

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

26

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

47

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

G-2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

25

19 (0.90)

0.76 (19)

310 (460)

10,000 (3,048)

3,895 (1,765)

50

19 (0.90)

1.00 (25)

570 (850)

10,000 (3,048)

6,495 (2,945)

20-038-42

100

19 (0.90)

1.34 (34)

1,070 (1,590)

5,000 (1,524)

6,145 (2,785)

20-042-42

200

19 (0.90)

1.85 (47)

2,075 (3,090)

2,500 (762)

5,985 (2,715)

20-044-42

300

19 (0.90)

2.23 (57)

3,065 (4,560)

2,000 (610)

6,925 (3,140)

20-046-42

400

19 (0.90)

2.73 (69)

4,172 (6,215)

1,260 (384)

5,997 (2,723)

20-062-42

25

22 (0.64)

0.60 (15)

180 (270)

15,000 (4,572)

3,495 (1,585)

20-065-42

50

22 (0.64)

0.77 (20)

315 (470)

15,000 (4,572)

5,520 (2,505)

BHAA

20-069-42

100

22 (0.64)

1.02 (26)

580 (865)

10,000 (3,048)

6,595 (2,990)

20-073-42

200

22 (0.64)

1.38 (35)

1,090 (1,620)

5,000 (1,524)

6,245 (2,835)

20-075-42

300

22 (0.64)

1.66 (42)

1,600 (2,380)

3,300 (1,006)

6,075 (2,755)

20-077-42

400

22 (0.64)

1.89 (48)

2,110 (3,140)

2,500 (762)

6,070 (2,755)

20-081-42

600

22 (0.64)

2.28 (58)

3,115 (4,635)

2,000 (610)

7,025 (3,185)

20-083-42

900

22 (0.64)

2.76 (70)

4,625 (6,885)

1,100 (335)

5,885 (2,670)

20-097-42

25

24 (0.51)

0.51 (13)

125 (185)

20,000 (6,096)

3,295 (1,495)

20-100-42

50

24 (0.51)

0.64 (16)

215 (320)

20,000 (6,096)

5,095 (2,310)

BKMA

20-104-42

100

24 (0.51)

0.83 (21)

380 (565)

13,300 (4,054)

5,850 (2,655)

20-108-42

200

24 (0.51)

1.12 (28)

710 (1,055)

8,000 (2,438)

6,475 (2,935)

20-110-42

300

24 (0.51)

1.33 (34)

1,035 (1,540)

5,700 (1,737)

6,695 (3,035)

20-112-42

400

24 (0.51)

1.52 (39)

1,355 (2,015)

4,400 (1,341)

6,755 (3,065)

20-116-42

600

24 (0.51)

1.82 (46)

1,995 (2,970)

3,100 (945)

6,980 (3,165)

20-118-42

900

24 (0.51)

2.19 (56)

2,950 (4,390)

2,200 (671)

7,285 (3,305)

20-120-42

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.50 (64)

3,905 (5,810)

1,600 (488)

7,045 (3,195)

20-121-42

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.79 (71)

4,860 (7,235)

1,250 (381)

6,870 (3,115)

20-124-42

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.05 (78)

5,810 (8,645)

1,140 (347)

7,420 (3,365)

BKTA
20-145-42

300

26 (0.40)

1.07 (27)

675 (1,005)

8,000 (2,438)

6,195 (2,810)

20-147-42

400

26 (0.40)

1.23 (31)

875 (1,300)

6,600 (2,012)

6,570 (2,980)

20-151-42

600

26 (0.40)

1.47 (37)

1,290 (1,920)

5,000 (1,524)

7,245 (3,285)

20-153-42

900

26 (0.40)

1.75 (45)

1,890 (2,815)

3,300 (1,006)

7,030 (3,190)

20-155-42

1,200

26 (0.40)

2.00 (51)

2,495 (3,715)

2,200 (671)

6,285 (2,850)

20-156-42

1,500

26 (0.40)

2.25 (57)

3,100 (4,615)

2,000 (610)

6,995 (3,175)

20-157-42

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.45 (62)

3,695 (5,500)

1,600 (488)

6,705 (3,040)

20-158-42

2,100

26 (0.40)

2.65 (67)

4,305 (6,405)

1,140 (347)

5,705 (2,585)

2,700

26 (0.40)

2.97 (75)

5,495 (8,180)

1,050 (320)

6,565 (2,980)

3,000

26 (0.40)

3.13 (80)

6,090 (9,065)

800 (244)

5,665 (2,570)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-3

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

20-161-42
20-162-42

PREMISES FIBER

20-031-42
20-034-42

OSP FIBER

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

OSP COMPOSITE

AWG (mm)

Standard Length
ft (m)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Part Number

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
BHBA

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

ALPETH BHBA, BHAA, BKMA and BKTA

PREMISES COPPER

PASP

BHBH, BHAH, BKMH and BKTH
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

PASP Cable is a solid insulated, double jacket, armored air core design
intended for use in outside cable plant where a greater risk of physical
damage exists. The inner jacket provides protection to the cable core in the
event of severe damage to the outer protective sheath.

Applications
•	 Pressurized direct buried installations in harsh environments

Features

Benefits

Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of paired conductors

Insulation

Conductors are insulated with solid polyolefin in distinctive
colors to facilitate pair identification

•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk and meets the
capacitance unbalance requirements

OSP COMPOSITE

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are combined into a cylindrical core

•	 Core wrap

•	 Protects the core and provides
core-to-shield dielectric strength

> 50-Pair Core

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final
cable core; each group is identified by color coded
non-hygroscopic binders; for 1,200-pair and larger,
the color code is a Mirror Image design

•	 Inner polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides additional protection
against mechanical damage and
prevents the ingress of moisture

•	 Aluminum tape shield

•	 Assures good electrical contact
with non-piercing bonding clamps

•	 Steel tape armor bonded
to outer jacket

•	 Protects the core from mechanical
damage and reduces the possibility
of tape buckling during installation,
ingress of water to the aluminum
shield and of water along the cable
between the armor and outer jacket

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible, protective
covering that withstands exposure to
sunlight, atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installations

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

OSP FIBER

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Core Wrap
Inner Jacket

Non-hygroscopic dielectric material

Shield

Corrugated bare 8 mil aluminum tape applied longitudinally over
the inner jacket

Armor

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 6 mil steel tape applied over the
aluminum shield; armor is bonded to the outer jacket

Outer Jacket

Black polyethylene

Jacket
Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification, sequential footage and a telephone handset
printed at 2 foot intervals

Package
Standards
Compliance

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)

Polyethylene

Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) Unbalance Maximum %
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

3.3 (10.8)

45 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

5,000

20,000

1.0 (1.6)

4.7 (15.4)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

20,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.9 (19.4)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

20,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.4 (24.3)

232 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

2,400

20,000

22 (0.64)

PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

1.0 (1.6)

OSP COPPER WIRE

19 (0.90)

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

26

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

47

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

G-4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
BHBH

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

20-031-05

25

19 (0.90)

0.89 (23)

415 (620)

10,000 (3,048)

4,945 (2,245)

20-034-05

50

19 (0.90)

1.13 (29)

705 (1,050)

5,000 (1,524)

4,320 (1,960)

20-038-05

100

19 (0.90)

1.50 (38)

1,280 (1,905)

3,300 (1,006)

5,020 (2,275)

PREMISES COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

PREMISES FIBER

PASP BHBH, BHAH, BKMH and BKTH

260 (385)

15,000 (4,572)

4,695 (2,130)

425 (630)

10,000 (3,048)

5,045 (2,290)

20-069-05

100

22 (0.64)

1.15 (29)

715 (1,065)

7,500 (2,286)

6,160 (2,795)

20-073-05

200

22 (0.64)

1.54 (39)

1,300 (1,935)

3,750 (1,143)

5,670 (2,570)

20-075-05

300

22 (0.64)

1.83 (47)

1,865 (2,775)

3,300 (1,006)

6,950 (3,150)

20-077-05

400

22 (0.64)

2.05 (52)

2,405 (3,580)

2,000 (610)

5,605 (2,540)

20-081-05

600

22 (0.64)

2.48 (63)

3,515 (5,230)

1,250 (381)

5,190 (2,355)

20-083-05

900

22 (0.64)

2.96 (75)

5,110 (7,605)

1,100 (335)

6,415 (2,910)

20-097-05

25

24 (0.51)

0.63 (16)

195 (290)

20,000 (6,096)

4,695 (2,130)

20-100-05

50

24 (0.51)

0.76 (19)

300 (445)

13,300 (4,054)

4,785 (2,170)

BKMH

20-104-05

100

24 (0.51)

0.97 (25)

500 (745)

10,000 (3,048)

5,795 (2,630)

20-108-05

200

24 (0.51)

1.24 (32)

860 (1,280)

6,600 (2,012)

6,470 (2,935)

20-110-05

300

24 (0.51)

1.49 (38)

1,240 (1,845)

4,400 (1,341)

6,250 (2,835)

20-112-05

400

24 (0.51)

1.68 (43)

1,595 (2,375)

3,300 (1,006)

6,060 (2,750)

20-116-05

600

24 (0.51)

1.99 (51)

2,290 (3,410)

2,500 (762)

6,520 (2,955)

20-118-05

900

24 (0.51)

2.38 (61)

3,335 (4,965)

1,600 (488)

6,130 (2,780)

20-120-05

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.72 (69)

4,355 (6,480)

1,100 (335)

5,585 (2,535)

20-121-05

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.99 (76)

5,350 (7,960)

1,100 (335)

6,680 (3,030)

20-124-05

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.25 (83)

6,340 (9,435)

800 (244)

5,865 (2,660)

BKTH
20-145-05

300

26 (0.40)

1.20 (31)

820 (1,220)

6,600 (2,012)

6,205 (2,815)

20-147-05

400

26 (0.40)

1.40 (36)

1,075 (1,600)

5,000 (1,524)

6,170 (2,800)

20-151-05

600

26 (0.40)

1.64 (42)

1,520 (2,260)

3,300 (1,006)

5,810 (2,635)

20-153-05

900

26 (0.40)

1.93 (49)

2,175 (3,235)

2,600 (792)

6,450 (2,925)

20-155-05

1,200

26 (0.40)

2.20 (56)

2,845 (4,235)

2,200 (671)

7,055 (3,200)

20-156-05

1,500

26 (0.40)

2.45 (62)

3,490 (5,195)

1,600 (488)

6,380 (2,895)

20-157-05

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.66 (68)

4,135 (6,155)

1,300 (396)

6,170 (2,800)

20-158-05

2,100

26 (0.40)

2.85 (72)

4,770 (7,100)

1,140 (347)

6,235 (2,825)

2,400

26 (0.40)

3.05 (80)

5,465 (8,141)

1,100 (335)

7,012 (3,183)

2,700

26 (0.40)

3.18 (81)

6,015 (8,950)

1,140 (347)

7,650 (3,470)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-5

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

20-159-05
20-161-05

OSP COMPOSITE

0.72 (18)
0.90 (23)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

25
50

BELL OSP COPPER

20-062-05
20-065-05

OSP FIBER

BHAH

PREMISES COPPER

Self-Support
BHAS and BKMS

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Self-Support Cable is a solid insulated, single jacket air core design with a
built-in support member intended specifically for aerial applications. The
undulated, shielded core is laid parallel to a flooded steel support member
and jacketed in an integral extrusion to form a “figure-8” configuration.
The supporting member is an integral part of the cable sheath yet readily
available for gripping, pulling and tensioning. Installation is fast and easy
using standard methods and hardware.

OSP FIBER

Applications

Specifications

•	 Aerial

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

Solid annealed copper

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are combined into a cylindrical core

> 50-Pair Core

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final
cable core; each group is identified by color coded nonhygroscopic binders

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic dielectric material

Shield

Corrugated, 8 mil coated aluminum tape applied longitudinally
over the core wrap

Support
Member

0.25 inch, 7-strand Extra High-Strength (EHS) galvanized steel
member, fully flooded, serves as the support member
and is an integral part of the sheath

Jacket

Black polyethylene

Jacket
Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification, sequential footage and a telephone handset
printed at 2 foot intervals

Package
Standards
Compliance

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)

Available in 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)

Features

Benefits

Solid polyolefin in distinctive colors to facilitate pair identification

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of paired conductors

•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk
and meets the capacitance
unbalance requirements

•	 Undulated core assembly

•	 Eliminates strain on the
conductors and provides
sufficient slack during installation

•	 Core wrap

•	 Protects the core and
helps provide core-to-shield
dielectric strength

•	 Fully flooded steel
support member

•	 Provides corrosion protection

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides tough, flexible, protective
covering that withstands
exposure to sunlight, atmospheric
temperatures and stresses
expected in standard installations

Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Over 12

83 + 4, - 5 (52 + 2, - 3)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) Unbalance Maximum %
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.7 (15.4)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.9 (19.4)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

OSP COPPER WIRE

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

22

24

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

49

49

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

G-6

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter Nominal Diameter
(with messenger)
(cable only)
in (mm)
in (mm)
BHAS

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Approx.
Standard Length Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)
ft (m)

20-062-43

25

22 (0.64)

0.58 (15)

1.05 (27)

310 (461)

10,000 (3,048)

3,895 (1,766)

20-065-43

50

22 (0.64)

0.74 (19)

1.20 (31)

445 (662)

7,500 (2,286)

4,135 (1,875)

20-069-43

100

22 (0.64)

1.00 (25)

1.47 (37)

705 (1,049)

6,000 (1,829)

5,025 (2,279)

PREMISES COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

PREMISES FIBER

Self-Support BHAS and BKMS

20-097-43

25

24 (0.51)

0.49 (12)

0.96 (24)

260 (387)

13,300 (4,054)

4,255 (1,930)

20-100-43

50

24 (0.51)

0.62 (16)

1.09 (28)

345 (513)

13,300 (4,054)

5,385 (2,442)

100

24 (0.51)

0.80 (20)

1.27 (32)

515 (766)

8,000 (2,438)

4,915 (2,229)

200

24 (0.51)

1.09 (28)

1.56 (40)

840 (1,250)

5,000 (1,524)

4,995 (2,265)

OSP COMPOSITE

20-104-43
20-108-43

OSP FIBER

BKMS

Sag and Tension guidelines for these products are available online:

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-7

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

www.SuperiorEssex.com/techtip.aspx

PREMISES COPPER

Reinforced Self-Support
BHAP, BKMP and BKTP

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Reinforced Self-Support Cable is a solid insulated, double jacket, armored,
self-supporting air core design intended for aerial installations where
hazards from squirrel attack, tree limb abrasion or lightning exist. The
undulated, shielded, jacketed core is covered with a flooded steel armor,
laid parallel to a flooded steel support member and jacketed in an integral
extrusion to form a “figure-8” configuration. The steel strand member is
readily available for gripping, pulling and tensioning using standard methods
and hardware.

OSP FIBER

Specifications

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

Solid annealed copper

Applications

Available in 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

•	 Aerial installations in harsh environments

Solid polyolefin in distinctive colors to facilitate pair identification

≤ 25-Pair Core

Pairs are combined into a cylindrical core

Features

Benefits

> 50-Pair Core

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final
cable core; each group is identified by color coded nonhygroscopic binders

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

•	 Limits resistance unbalance of
paired conductors

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic dielectric material

•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays

Shield

Corrugated, 8 mil aluminum tape is applied longitudinally over
the core wrap

•	 Minimizes crosstalk and meets
the capacitance unbalance
requirements

•	 Undulated core assembly

Inner Jacket

Polyethylene helps protect the core and shield against
mechanical damage and ingress of moisture

•	 Eliminates strain on the
conductors and provides
sufficient slack during installation

Corrugated bare 6 mil steel tape is applied longitudinally over
the inner jacket and the inner and outer surfaces of the steel
are flooded

•	 Core wrap

Armor

•	 Protects the core and helps
provide core-to-shield dielectric
strength

Support
Member

0.25 inch, 7-strand Extra High-Strength (EHS) galvanized steel
member, fully flooded, serves as the support member and is
an integral part of the sheath

•	 Inner polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides additional protection
against mechanic damage and
prevents the ingress of moisture

Outer Jacket

Black polyethylene

Jacket
Marking

•	 Fully flooded steel
support member

•	 Provides corrosion protection

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification, sequential footage and a telephone handset
printed at 2 foot intervals

•	 Polyethylene jacket

Package
Standards
Compliance

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)

•	 Provides tough, flexible, protective
covering that withstands
exposure to sunlight, atmospheric
temperatures and stresses
expected in standard installations

Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Over 12

83 + 4, - 5 (52 ± 2, - 3)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) Unbalance Maximum %
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.7 (15.4)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

4,000

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.9 (19.4)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.4 (24.3)

232 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

2,400

10,000

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz

TECHNICAL INFO

Conductor Size (AWG)

22

24

26

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

49

49

47

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

43

43

43

G-8

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter Nominal Diameter
(with messenger)
(cable only)
in (mm)
in (mm)
BHAP

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Approx.
Standard Length Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)
ft (m)

20-062-20

25

22 (0.64)

0.87 (22)

1.33 (34)

455 (675)

10,000 (3,048)

4,200 (1,905)

20-065-20

50

22 (0.64)

1.05 (27)

1.51 (38)

625 (930)

7,500 (2,286)

4,465 (2,025)

20-069-20

100

22 (0.64)

1.30 (33)

1.76 (45)

940 (1,400)

5,000 (1,524)

4,475 (2,029)

PREMISES COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

PREMISES FIBER

Reinforced Self-Support BHAP, BKMP and BKTP

25

24 (0.51)

0.83 (21)

1.29 (33)

400 (595)

10,000 (3,048)

4,345 (1,971)

50

24 (0.51)

0.94 (24)

1.40 (36)

510 (760)

10,000 (3,048)

5,445 (2,469)

20-104-20

100

24 (0.51)

1.13 (29)

1.59 (40)

715 (1,065)

5,000 (1,524)

4,145 (1,880)

20-108-20

200

24 (0.51)

1.42 (36)

1.88 (48)

1,120 (1,665)

4,000 (1,220)

4,995 (2,265)

20-145-20

300

26 (0.40)

1.35 (34)

1.81 (46)

1,045 (1,555)

3,300 (1,010)

4,110 (1,864)

BKTP

Sag and Tension guidelines for these products are available online:

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-9

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

www.SuperiorEssex.com/techtip.aspx

OSP COMPOSITE

20-097-20
20-100-20

OSP FIBER

BKMP

PREMISES COPPER

Bonded STALPETH
DCAZ, DCMZ and DCTZ

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Bonded STALPETH Cable is a foam skin insulated, single jacket, armored
air core design intended for use in ducts to provide more efficient duct
utilization than standard PIC designs.

Applications
•	 Congested underground duct systems

OSP FIBER

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper
Available in 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Insulation

Conductors are dual insulated with an inner layer of foamed,
natural polyolefin covered by an outer layer of solid, colored
polyolefin; conductor insulation is color coded in accordance
with industry standard

≥ 50-Pair Core

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final
cable core; each group is identified by color coded
non-hygroscopic binders; for 1,200-pair and larger,
the color code is Mirror Image design

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic dielectric material

Shield

Corrugated bare 8 mil aluminum tape applied longitudinally over
the core wrap

Armor

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 6 mil steel tape applied over the
aluminum shield and bonded to the outer jacket

Jacket

Black polyethylene

Jacket
Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification and a telephone handset printed at 2 foot
intervals; sequential footage markings are printed at alternate
2 foot intervals

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Package
Standards
Compliance

Features

Benefits

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of paired conductors

•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk
and meets the capacitance
unbalance requirements

•	 Core wrap

•	 Protects the core and
helps provide core-to-shield
dielectric strength

•	 Aluminum tape shield

•	 Assures good electrical
contact with non-piercing
bonding clamps

•	 Steel tape armor bonded
to outer jacket

•	 Protects the core from
mechanical damage and reduces
the possibility of tape buckling
during installation, ingress of
water to the aluminum shield and
of water along the cable between
the armor and outer jacket

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible,
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installations

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)
Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

All pairs

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) Unbalance Maximum %
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

5.0 (16.4)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

1,400

5,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

6.3 (20.7)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

1,200

5,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.9 (25.9)

232 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

1,000

5,000

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

22

24

26

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

49

49

47

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

43

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

G-10

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

AWG (mm)

Standard Length
ft (m)

19-083-01

900

22 (0.64)

2.49 (63)

4,375 (6,510)

1,600 (488)

7,795 (3,535)

19-085-01

1,200

22 (0.64)

2.85 (72)

5,770 (8,585)

1,200 (366)

7,720 (3,500)

19-116-01

600

24 (0.51)

1.70 (43)

1,960 (2,915)

3,900 (1,189)

8,440 (3,830)

19-118-01

900

24 (0.51)

2.02 (51)

2,860 (4,255)

2,616 (797)

8,275 (3,755)

DCMZ

19-120-01

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.30 (58)

3,755 (5,590)

2,000 (610)

8,305 (3,765)

19-121-01

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.57 (65)

4,660 (6,935)

1,600 (488)

8,250 (3,745)

19-124-01

1,800

24 (0.51)

2.81 (71)

5,545 (8,250)

1,250 (381)

7,725 (3,505)

19-125-01

2,100

24 (0.51)

3.04 (77)

6,440 (9,585)

1,150 (351)

8,200 (3,720)

19-126-01

2,400

24 (0.51)

3.22 (82)

7,320 (10,895)

876 (267)

7,205 (3,270)

DCTZ
19-151-01

600

26 (0.40)

1.38 (35)

1,285 (1,910)

5,700 (1,737)

8,120 (3,685)

19-153-01

900

26 (0.40)

1.62 (41)

1,850 (2,755)

3,900 (1,189)

8,010 (3,635)

19-155-01

1,200

26 (0.40)

1.84 (47)

2,420 (3,600)

3,200 (975)

8,540 (3,875)

19-156-01

1,500

26 (0.40)

2.08 (53)

2,995 (4,455)

2,500 (762)

8,285 (3,755)

19-157-01

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.26 (57)

3,560 (5,300)

2,080 (634)

8,200 (3,720)

19-158-01

2,100

26 (0.40)

2.41 (61)

4,115 (6,125)

1,250 (381)

5,940 (2,695)

19-159-01

2,400

26 (0.40)

2.58 (66)

4,685 (6,970)

1,600 (488)

8,290 (3,760)

19-161-01

2,700

26 (0.40)

2.71 (69)

5,240 (7,800)

1,250 (381)

7,345 (3,330)

3,000

26 (0.40)

2.86 (73)

5,800 (8,630)

1,200 (366)

7,755 (3,520)

3,600

26 (0.40)

3.03 (77)

6,885 (10,245)

1,150 (351)

8,715 (3,950)

19-167-01

4,200

26 (0.40)

3.26 (83)

7,995 (11,900)

900 (274)

7,990 (3,625)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-11

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

19-162-01
19-164-01

PREMISES COPPER

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

PREMISES FIBER

Pair Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

OSP FIBER

Part Number

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
DCAZ

OSP COMPOSITE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Bonded STALPETH DCAZ, DCMZ and DCTZ

PREMISES COPPER

STEAMPETH
DKMN and DKTN

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

STEAMPETH Cable is a solid insulated, single jacket, armored air core
design intended for use in underground systems where a high incidence
of damage could occur if steam enters the duct. The cable is designed for
application in high temperature environments up to 230°F (110°C).

Applications
•	 Steam tunnels

Specifications
OSP FIBER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper

Insulation

Solid polypropylene insulation; standard color codes are used
for pair identification

OSP COMPOSITE

Core Assembly

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final cable
core; each group is identified by color coded non-hygroscopic
binders; for 1,200-pair and larger, color coding is Mirror Image

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic dielectric material

Shield

Corrugated bare 8 mil aluminum tape applied longitudinally
over the core wrap

Armor

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 6 mil steel tape applied
over the aluminum shield and bonded to the outer jacket

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Jacket

Black, medium density polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification, a telephone handset and sequential footage
markings are printed at 2 foot intervals.

Package
Standards
Compliance

Available in 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

Features

Benefits

•	 Solid polypropylene insulation
•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions
•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays
•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides higher temperature rating
•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of paired conductors
•	 Minimizes crosstalk and meets the
capacitance unbalance requirements
•	 Protects core and helps provide
core-to-shield dielectric strength
•	 Assures good electrical contact
with non-piercing bonding clamps
•	 Protects the core from mechanical
damage and reduces the possibility
of tape buckling during installation,
ingress of water to the shield and
seepage of water along the cable
between the armor and outer jacket
•	 Provides a tough, flexible, protective
covering that withstands exposure to
sunlight, above-normal temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected during installation

•	 Aluminum tape shield
•	 Steel armor bonded
to the outer jacket

•	 Polyethylene jacket

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)
Telcordia GR-110-CORE

Electrical Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

All pairs

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

BELL OSP COPPER

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Conductor
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
Sizes
dB/kft (dB/km)
AWG (mm) gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
mile (km)

800 (2,625)

DC Resistance Unbalance
Maximum %
Average

Individual Pair

175 (574)

Dielectric Strength
DC Potential – Volts
Conductor
Conductor
to Conductor
to Shield

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.9 (16.4)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.4 (24.3)

232 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

2,400

10,000

Minimum Near End Crosstalk (NEXT)
@ 150 kHz
@ 772 kHz

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
@ 150 kHz
@ 772 kHz

OSP COPPER WIRE

PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

58

47

Conductor Size (AWG)

24

26

24

26

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

53

42

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

63

61

49

47

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

57

57

43

43

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
DKMN

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Approx. Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

27-118-19

900

24 (0.51)

2.23 (57)

3,110 (4,630)

2,100 (640)

7,325 (3,325)

DKTN
27-145-19

300

26 (0.40)

1.11 (28)

750 (1,115)

8,600 (2,621)

7,245 (3,285)

27-151-19

600

26 (0.40)

1.51 (38)

1,395 (2,075)

4,800 (1,463)

7,490 (3,400)

TECHNICAL INFO

27-153-19

900

26 (0.40)

1.79 (46)

2,015 (3,000)

3,300 (1,006)

7,445 (3,375)

27-155-19

1,200

26 (0.40)

2.04 (52)

2,635 (3,920)

2,120 (646)

6,380 (2,895)

27-157-19

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.50 (64)

3,885 (5,780)

1,650 (503)

7,205 (3,270)

27-159-19

2,400

26 (0.40)

2.87 (73)

5,110 (7,605)

1,250 (381)

7,185 (3,260)

27-162-19

3,000

26 (0.40)

3.18 (81)

6,325 (9,415)

1,150 (351)

8,070 (3,660)

27-164-19

3,600

26 (0.40)

3.36 (85)

7,495 (11,155)

850 (259)

7,165 (3,250)

G-12

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

CMAW

Product Description

•	 Protects core and provides
improved mechanical and
electrical characteristics

•	 Inner and outer surfaces of
both aluminum tape and steel
tape are flooded with an
adhesive compound

•	 Provides a moisture barrier
and inhibits corrosion

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible,
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
above-normal temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected during installation

Pairs are combined into a cylindrical core

≥ 50-Pair Core

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final
cable core; each group is identified by color-coded nonhygroscopic binders

Filling
Compound
Core Wrap

Entire core assembly is filled with 80°C ETPR compound, filling
the air space between the insulated conductors

Shields

Corrugated bare 8 mil aluminum tape covered by a corrugated
bare 6 mil steel tape applied longitudinally over the core wrap

Jacket

Black polyethylene

Jacket
Marking

Manufacturer’s ID, pair count, AWG, product ID and telephone
handset printed every 2 foot; sequential footage marking
printed at 2 foot intervals

Package
Standards
Compliance

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)

Dielectric tape applied over the core

Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

All pairs

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) Unbalance Maximum %
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

4.0 (13.1)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz

5,000

20,000

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz

PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

49

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

43

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

21-062-48

25

0.71 (18)

285 (425)

10,000 (3,048)

3,645 (1,655)

21-065-48

50

0.93 (24)

495 (735)

10,000 (3,048)

5,745 (2,605)

21-069-48

100

1.22 (31)

875 (1,300)

5,000 (1,524)

5,170 (2,345)

21-073-48

200

1.76 (45)

1,758 (2,619)

2,500 (762)

5,190 (2,360)

21-075-48

300

2.11 (54)

2,529 (3,767)

2,500 (762)

7,115 (3,235)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-13

OSP FIBER

•	 Core wrap

25-Pair Core

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Minimizes crosstalk and meets
the capacitance unbalance
requirements

Color coded solid high dielectric insulation; standard color codes
are used for pair identification.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays

Insulation

22 (0.64)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of paired conductors

BELL OSP COPPER

Benefits

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

Solid annealed copper

OSP COPPER WIRE

Features

Conductor
AWG (mm)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Specifications

•	 Power sub stations

TECHNICAL INFO

Applications

PREMISES FIBER

High Potential Filled ASP Cable with solid insulation is a single jacket,
filled, armored design intended for applications associated with power
substations. This cable provides exceptional durability and resistance to
moisture. The finished cable meets all standard electrical requirements plus
a 20 kv high voltage test between the conductors and the shield.

PREMISES COPPER

Power Station High Potential Filled ASP

PREMISES COPPER

Filled ALPETH

ANBA, ANAA, ANMA and ANTA
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Filled ALPETH Cable with foam skin insulation is a single jacket, filled design
intended for direct burial application. An ETPR compound completely coats
each insulated conductor and fills the air space between conductors. The
shielding and jacketing combined with the filling and flooding compounds
throughout the cable provide exceptional durability and resistance to moisture.

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Applications

Solid annealed copper

•	 Direct burial and underground conduit

Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Insulation

Conductors are dual insulated with an inner layer of foamed,
natural polyolefin covered by an outer layer of solid, colored
polyolefin; conductor insulation is color coded in accordance
with industry standard

Features

Benefits

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of paired conductors

25-Pair Core

Pairs are combined into a cylindrical core

•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays

≥ 50-Pair Core

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final
cable core; each group is identified by color coded
non-hygroscopic binders; for 1,200-pair and larger,
the color code is a Mirror Image design

•	 Minimizes crosstalk and meets
the capacitance unbalance
requirements

•	 Core wrap

•	 Protects core and provides
improved mechanical and
electrical characteristics

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible,
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installation

Filling
Compound
Core Wrap

Entire core assembly is filled with an 80°C ETPR compound,
filling the air space between the insulated conductors
Dielectric tape applied over the core

Shield

Corrugated bare 8 mil aluminum tape is applied longitudinally
over the core wrap; inner and outer surfaces of the aluminum
shield are flooded

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket
Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification, sequential footage and a telephone handset
printed at 2 foot intervals

Package
Standards
Compliance

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)
Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Unbalance Maximum %
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.2 (10.5)

45 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

4,500

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.5 (14.8)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

3,600

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.6 (18.4)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.0 (23.0)

232 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

2,400

10,000

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

26

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

47

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

G-14

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
ANBA

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

09-031-77

25

19 (0.90)

0.78 (20)

355 (530)

10,000 (3,048)

4,345 (1,970)

09-034-77

50

19 (0.90)

1.03 (26)

655 (975)

5,000 (1,524)

4,070 (1,845)

09-038-77

100

19 (0.90)

1.37 (35)

1,225 (1,825)

3,300 (1,006)

4,840 (2,195)

PREMISES COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

PREMISES FIBER

Filled ALPETH ANBA, ANAA, ANMA and ANTA

15,000 (4,572)

3,795 (1,720)

15,000 (4,572)

6,045 (2,740)

09-069-77

100

22 (0.64)

1.02 (26)

645 (960)

7,500 (2,286)

5,635 (2,555)

09-073-77

200

22 (0.64)

1.38 (35)

1,225 (1,825)

5,000 (1,524)

6,920 (3,140)

09-075-77

300

22 (0.64)

1.65 (42)

1,800 (2,680)

3,300 (1,006)

6,735 (3,055)

09-077-77

400

22 (0.64)

1.88 (48)

2,365 (3,520)

2,500 (762)

6,710 (3,045)

09-081-77

600

22 (0.64)

2.28 (58)

3,500 (5,210)

1,650 (503)

6,570 (2,980)

09-083-77

900

22 (0.64)

2.76 (70)

5,190 (7,725)

1,000 (305)

5,985 (2,715)

09-085-77

1,200

22 (0.64)

3.15 (80)

6,870 (10,225)

834 (254)

6,525 (2,960)

ANMA
09-097-77

25

24 (0.51)

0.52 (13)

140 (210)

20,000 (6,096)

3,595 (1,630)

09-100-77

50

24 (0.51)

0.66 (17)

240 (355)

20,000 (6,096)

5,595 (2,540)

09-104-77

100

24 (0.51)

0.85 (22)

430 (640)

10,000 (3,048)

5,095 (2,310)

09-108-77

200

24 (0.51)

1.14 (29)

810 (1,205)

5,000 (1,524)

4,845 (2,200)

09-110-77

300

24 (0.51)

1.37 (35)

1,180 (1,755)

5,000 (1,524)

6,695 (3,035)

09-112-77

400

24 (0.51)

1.55 (39)

1,545 (2,300)

4,000 (1,219)

6,975 (3,165)

09-116-77

600

24 (0.51)

1.88 (48)

2,285 (3,400)

2,500 (762)

6,510 (2,950)

09-118-77

900

24 (0.51)

2.25 (57)

3,345 (4,980)

1,650 (503)

6,315 (2,865)

09-120-77

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.58 (66)

4,430 (6,595)

1,250 (381)

6,335 (2,870)

09-121-77

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.87 (73)

5,510 (8,200)

1,000 (305)

6,305 (2,860)

09-124-77

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.13 (80)

6,590 (9,805)

840 (256)

6,330 (2,870)

09-125-77

2,100

24 (0.51)

3.40 (86)

7,725 (11,495)

750 (229)

6,590 (2,990)

09-132-77

25

26 (0.40)

0.44 (11)

100 (150)

20,000 (6,096)

2,795 (1,270)

09-135-77

50

26 (0.40)

0.55 (14)

165 (245)

20,000 (6,096)

4,095 (1,855)

ANTA

09-139-77

100

26 (0.40)

0.71 (18)

290 (430)

15,000 (4,572)

5,145 (2,335)

09-143-77

200

26 (0.40)

0.94 (24)

535 (795)

10,000 (3,048)

6,145 (2,785)

09-145-77

300

26 (0.40)

1.09 (28)

755 (1,125)

6,000 (1,829)

5,325 (2,415)

09-147-77

400

26 (0.40)

1.25 (32)

995 (1,480)

5,000 (1,524)

5,770 (2,615)

09-151-77

600

26 (0.40)

1.49 (38)

1,450 (2,160)

3,300 (1,006)

5,580 (2,530)

09-153-77

900

26 (0.40)

1.78 (45)

2,120 (3,155)

2,500 (762)

6,095 (2,765)

09-155-77

1,200

26 (0.40)

2.03 (52)

2,790 (4,150)

2,000 (610)

6,375 (2,890)

09-156-77

1,500

26 (0.40)

2.28 (58)

3,490 (5,195)

1,300 (396)

5,330 (2,420)

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.49 (63)

4,165 (6,200)

1,250 (381)

6,000 (2,720)

2,100

26 (0.40)

2.69 (68)

4,870 (7,250)

1,200 (366)

6,640 (3,010)

09-159-77

2,400

26 (0.40)

2.86 (73)

5,535 (8,235)

1,000 (305)

6,330 (2,870)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-15

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

09-157-77
09-158-77

OSP COMPOSITE

200 (300)
350 (520)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

0.60 (15)
0.77 (20)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)

BELL OSP COPPER

25
50

OSP COPPER WIRE

09-062-77
09-065-77

OSP FIBER

ANAA

PREMISES COPPER

Filled ASP

ANBW, ANAW, ANMW and ANTW
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

FILLED ASP Cable with foam skin insulation is a single jacket, armored,
filled design intended for direct burial applications in high risk areas. An
ETPR compound completely coats each insulated conductor and fills the
air space between conductors. The shielding, armoring and jacketing
combined with the filling and flooding compounds throughout the cable,
provide exceptional durability and resistance to moisture.

Applications

Specifications

OSP FIBER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

•	 Direct burial

Solid annealed copper
Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

OSP COMPOSITE

Insulation

Conductors are dual insulated with an inner layer of foamed,
natural polyolefin covered by an outer layer of solid, colored
polyolefin; conductor insulation is color coded in accordance
with industry standard

25-Pair Core

Pairs are combined into a cylindrical core

≥ 50-Pair Core

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final
cable core; each group is identified by color coded
non-hygroscopic binders; for 1,200-pair and larger,
the color code is a Mirror Image design

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Filling
Compound
Core Wrap

Core assembly is completely filled with an 80°C ETPR compound,
filling the air space between the insulated conductors

Shields

Corrugated bare 8 mil aluminum tape covered by a corrugated
bare 6 mil steel tape applied longitudinally over the core wrap

Jacket

Black, polyethylene

Jacket
Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification, sequential footage and a telephone handset
printed at 2 foot intervals

Package
Standards
Compliance

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)

Features

Benefits

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of paired conductors

•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk and meets
the capacitance unbalance
requirements

•	 Inner and outer surfaces of
both aluminum tape and steel
tape are flooded

•	 Provides a barrier to moisture
and inhibits corrosion

•	 Core wrap

•	 Protects core and provides
improved mechanical and
electrical characteristics

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible,
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installation

Dielectric tape applied over the core

Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Unbalance Maximum %
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.2 (10.5)

45 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

4,500

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.5 (14.8)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

3,600

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.6 (18.4)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.0 (23.0)

232 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

2,400

10,000

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)

47

PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)

42

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
(FEXT) @ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)

19

22

24

26

PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)

51

49

49

47

PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

45

43

43

43

TECHNICAL INFO

G-16

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

0.81 (21)

410 (610)

10,000 (3,048)

4,895 (2,220)

1.07 (27)

735 (1,095)

5,000 (1,524)

4,470 (2,030)

22-038-83

100

19 (0.90)

1.41 (36)

1,340 (1,995)

5,000 (1,524)

7,495 (3,400)

22-042-83

200

19 (0.90)

1.96 (50)

2,570 (3,825)

2,000 (610)

5,935 (2,690)

22-044-83

300

19 (0.90)

2.35 (60)

3,740 (5,565)

1,650 (503)

6,965 (3,160)

ANAW
22-062-83

25

22 (0.64)

0.63 (16)

240 (355)

18,000 (5,486)

5,115 (2,320)

22-065-83

50

22 (0.64)

0.80 (20)

405 (605)

15,000 (4,572)

6,870 (3,115)

22-069-83

100

22 (0.64)

1.05 (27)

730 (1,085)

7,500 (2,286)

6,270 (2,845)

22-073-83

200

22 (0.64)

1.42 (36)

1,340 (1,995)

5,000 (1,524)

7,495 (3,400)

22-075-83

300

22 (0.64)

1.69 (43)

1,940 (2,885)

3,300 (1,006)

7,195 (3,265)

22-077-83

400

22 (0.64)

1.92 (49)

2,530 (3,765)

2,500 (762)

7,120 (3,230)

22-081-83

600

22 (0.64)

2.32 (59)

3,705 (5,515)

1,650 (503)

6,910 (3,135)

22-083-83

900

22 (0.64)

2.81 (71)

5,445 (8,105)

1,100 (335)

6,785 (3,075)

22-085-83

1,200

22 (0.64)

3.20 (81)

7,160 (10,655)

834 (254)

6,765 (3,070)

ANMW
22-097-83

25

24 (0.51)

0.55 (14)

175 (260)

20,000 (6,096)

4,295 (1,950)

22-100-83

50

24 (0.51)

0.69 (18)

290 (430)

20,000 (6,096)

6,595 (2,990)

22-104-83

100

24 (0.51)

0.88 (22)

500 (745)

13,300 (4,054)

7,445 (3,375)

22-108-83

200

24 (0.51)

1.18 (30)

900 (1,340)

6,600 (2,012)

6,735 (3,055)

22-110-83

300

24 (0.51)

1.41 (36)

1,295 (1,925)

5,000 (1,524)

7,270 (3,300)

22-112-83

400

24 (0.51)

1.59 (40)

1,680 (2,500)

4,000 (1,219)

7,515 (3,410)

22-116-83

600

24 (0.51)

1.92 (49)

2,445 (3,640)

2,500 (762)

6,910 (3,135)

22-118-83

900

24 (0.51)

2.29 (58)

3,545 (5,275)

2,000 (610)

7,885 (3,575)

22-120-83

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.63 (67)

4,670 (6,950)

1,250 (381)

6,635 (3,010)

22-121-83

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.92 (74)

5,775 (8,595)

1,000 (305)

6,570 (2,980)

22-124-83

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.18 (81)

6,880 (10,240)

950 (290)

7,330 (3,325)

22-125-83

2,100

24 (0.51)

3.45 (88)

8,045 (11,975)

940 (287)

8,960 (4,065)

22-132-83

25

26 (0.40)

0.47 (12)

130 (195)

20,000 (6,096)

3,395 (1,540)

22-135-83

50

26 (0.40)

0.58 (15)

205 (305)

20,000 (6,096)

4,895 (2,220)

ANTW

22-139-83

100

26 (0.40)

0.74 (19)

340 (505)

15,000 (4,572)

5,895 (2,675)

22-143-83

200

26 (0.40)

0.98 (25)

610 (910)

10,000 (3,048)

6,895 (3,130)

22-145-83

300

26 (0.40)

1.13 (29)

840 (1,250)

6,000 (1,829)

5,835 (2,645)

22-147-83

400

26 (0.40)

1.29 (33)

1,100 (1,635)

6,000 (1,829)

7,395 (3,355)

22-151-83

600

26 (0.40)

1.53 (39)

1,580 (2,350)

4,000 (1,219)

7,115 (3,225)

22-153-83

900

26 (0.40)

1.83 (47)

2,275 (3,385)

2,500 (762)

6,485 (2,940)

22-155-83

1,200

26 (0.40)

2.07 (53)

2,965 (4,415)

2,000 (610)

6,725 (3,050)

22-156-83

1,500

26 (0.40)

2.33 (59)

3,695 (5,500)

1,600 (488)

6,705 (3,040)

22-157-83

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.54 (65)

4,400 (6,550)

1,250 (381)

6,295 (2,855)

22-158-83

2,100

26 (0.40)

2.74 (70)

5,120 (7,620)

1,200 (366)

6,940 (3,150)

22-159-83

2,400

26 (0.40)

2.91 (74)

5,805 (8,640)

1,000 (305)

6,600 (2,995)

22-161-83

2,700

26 (0.40)

3.08 (78)

6,485 (9,650)

740 (226)

5,595 (2,535)

22-162-83

3,000

26 (0.40)

3.24 (82)

7,185 (10,695)

750 (229)

6,185 (2,805)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-17

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

19 (0.90)
19 (0.90)

OSP FIBER

25
50

OSP COMPOSITE

22-031-83
22-034-83

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

AWG (mm)

Standard Length
ft (m)

BELL OSP COPPER

Pair Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number

Nomnal Diameter
in (mm)
ANBW

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

TECHNICAL INFO

Filled ASP ANBW, ANAW, ANMW and ANTW

PREMISES COPPER

Tight Twist 200-Pair
ANMW

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

The Tight Twist (TT) 200-pair ANMW is an Outside Plant (OSP) copper cable
designed with tightly twisted pairs to enhance the performance of xDSL
technologies such as ADSL2+, VDSL2 and IPTV. Deployed on the launch
circuits between the Remote Terminal (RT) cabinet and the (SAC) cross
connect cabinet, this cable significantly improves broadband services at
the customer premises. The xDSL and IPTV equipment within the RT are
organized in bays of 192-pair groupings. One 200-pair cable will facilitate
one bay and will be utilized for the 192 outgoing pairs. Large RT cabinets
can have multiple bays with each requiring a 200-pair cable. The TT 200-Pair
ANMW cable design is modeled after the traditional ANMW series.

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper
24 (0.51)

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Insulation

Conductors are dual insulated with an inner layer of foamed,
natural polyolefin covered by an outer layer of solid, colored
polyolefin. The conductor insulation is color coded in
accordance with industry OSP standards.

Core Assembly

Groups of 25-pair are identified by appropriate binder strings
consistent with OSP standards. The entire core assembly is
completely filled with an 80°C ETPR compound, filling the air
spaces between the insulated conductors.

Core Wrap

Non-hydroscopic

Shield

A corrugated bare 8-mil aluminum shield covered by a corrugated
bare 6-mil steel shield is applied longitudinally over the core
wrap. The inner and outer surfaces of the aluminum and steel
shields are flooded with an adhesive compound.

Jacket

Black polyethylene

Jacket
Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification, sequential footage and a telephone handset
printed at 2 foot intervals

Standards
Compliance

GR-421-CORE, Issue 2 (selected physical sections)
RoHS-compliant

Features

Benefits

•	 Enhanced pair twist patterns

•	 Improves NEXT Mean
performance by 10 dB
over GR-421-CORE
•	 Offers greater capabilities
for higher technologies

•	 Core wrap

•	 Protects core and provides
improved mechanical and
electrical characteristics

•	 Flooded shield surfaces

•	 Provides a moisture barrier
and inhibits corrosion

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible,
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installations

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

07-024-74

200

1.32 (33.5)

99 (148)

Cut to Length

BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

G-18

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

•	 Protects core and provides
improved mechanical and
electrical characteristics
•	 Separates bi-directional conductors
to transmit and receive T1 pairs
•	 Provides a moisture barrier
and inhibits corrosion

•	 Inner and outer surfaces of both
tape shields are flooded with an
adhesive compound
•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible,
protective covering that withstands
exposure to sunlight, atmospheric
temperatures, ground chemicals and
stresses of standard installations

Core
Assembly
Core Wrap
Screen
Shields
Jacket
Jacket
Marking
Package
Standards
Compliance

Coated 4-mil aluminum tape to separate the cable into two halves
Corrugated bare 8-mil aluminum tape covered by a corrugated bare
6 mil steel tape applied longitudinally over the core wrap; inner
and outer surfaces of the aluminum shield and steel tape are flooded
Black polyethylene
Manufacturer’s ID, pair count, AWG, product ID, sequential footage
and a telephone handset printed at 2-foot intervals
420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)
Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

All pairs

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Maximum Average
Minimum Insulation
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) Unbalance Maximum %
Attenuation
Conductor Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
Individual Conductor to Conductor Conductor
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
gigohm-mile
Size
mile (km)
Average
Pair
Conductor
to Shield to Screen
dB/kft (dB/km)
(gigohm-km)
AWG (mm)
22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.5 (14.8)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

3,600

10,000

5,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.6 (18.4)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

5,000

Minimum Near End Crosstalk (NEXT)
@ 772 kHz
@ 1600 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean (dB)
PSWUNEXT Worst Pair (dB)
P.S.NEXT Between Compartments (dB)

47
42
-

78

Minimum Far End Crosstalk (FEXT)
@ 772 kHz
Conductor Size (AWG)
PSELFEXT Mean (dB/kft)
PSELFEXT Worst Pair (dB/kft)

22
49
43

24
49
43

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
KNAW

24-417-83
24-440-83
24-456-83
24-472-83
24-493-83
24-586-83

28
54
106
158
210
616

22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)

0.69 (18)
0.95 (24)
1.10 (28)
1.29 (33)
1.46 (37)
2.40 (61)

24-618-83
24-642-83
24-657-83

28
54
106

24 (0.51)
24 (0.51)
24 (0.51)

24-440-05
24-456-05
24-472-05
24-493-05
24-564-05
24-586-05

54
106
158
210
418
616

22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

280 (415)
510 (760)
785 (1,170)
1,105 (1,645)
1,420 (2,115)
3,875 (5,765)

10,000 (3,048)
10,000 (3,048)
7,500 (2,286)
5,000 (1,524)
4,280 (1,305)
1,650 (503)

3,595 (1,630)
5,895 (2,675)
6,685 (3,030)
6,320 (2,865)
6,875 (3,115)
7,190 (3,260)

220 (325)
350 (520)
540 (805)

10,000 (3,048)
10,000 (3,048)
5,000 (1,524)

2,995 (1,360)
4,295 (1,950)
3,495 (1,585)

7,500 (2,286)
5,000 (1,524)
4,250 (1,295)
3,300 (1,006)
2,000 (610)
1,250 (381)

4,360 (1,975)
4,695 (2,130)
5,450 (2,470)
5,400 (2,450)
5,895 (2,675)
5,370 (2,435)

KNMW
0.63 (16)
0.79 (20)
0.92 (23)

KHAH* (T-SCREEN® Air Core Design)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

0.98 (25)
1.20 (31)
1.44 (37)
1.60 (41)
2.12 (54)
2.54 (65)

475 (705)
780 (1,160)
1,095 (1,630)
1,395 (2,075)
2,550 (3,795)
3,660 (5,445)

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

G-19

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

Benefits

•	 Core wrap

OSP COMPOSITE

Features

Available in 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)
Conductors are dual insulated with an inner layer of foamed,
natural polyolefin covered by an outer coating of solid, colored
polyolefin; conductor insulation is color coded in accordance
with industry standard
Twisted pairs assembled and equally placed on either side
®
of the T-SCREEN , dividing the core into two electrically
isolated compartments
Dielectric tape applied over the core

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Insulation

•	 Bi-directional, T Carrier digital systems in direct buried installations

•	 Internal screen

Solid annealed copper

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Applications

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

BELL OSP COPPER

T-SCREEN® Filled ASP Cable with foam skin insulation is a single jacket, armored,
filled design intended for direct burial applications in high risk areas. An ETPR
compound completely coats each insulated conductor and fills the air space
between conductors. An internal separator screen is included that provides
two core compartments for use in T1C PCM applications. The shielding, armor
and jacketing combined with the filling and flooding compounds throughout the
cable, provides exceptional durability and resistance to moisture.

OSP COPPER WIRE

Product Description

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

KNAW and KNMW

TECHNICAL INFO

T-SCREEN® Filled ASP

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

H-1

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

C-Rural Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-2
IMRDW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3
IMRDWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-4
ADP NMS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-5
ADP NMS (6x24) Compact Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-6
ADP S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-7
Integrated Messenger Wire IM/F, IM/H and IM/G  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-8
BDW A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-9
BDW G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-10
BW CF  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-11
BW GDJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-12
BW NS Buried Wire Non-Shielded  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-13
Non-Jacketed Tight Twist Cable Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-14
Air Pipe  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-14
Bridle Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-15
Temporary Drop Wire TDW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-15
E-Block Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-16
Ground Wire Bare or Jacketed  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-16
Cross-Connect Category 5 Wire XCW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-17
Indoor/Outdoor Cross-Connect Wire XCW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-18

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Table of Contents

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

PREMISES COPPER

C-Rural Wire
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

C-Rural Wire is quickly and easily installed, utilizing standard hardware and
installation procedures for single circuit aerial distribution rural networks.

Specifications

OSP FIBER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid 30% conductivity copper-covered steel

Insulation

Black polyolefin compound extruded over the two conductors
in parallel to form an integrated oval configuration

14 (1.63)

Minor: 0.15 (3.8)

OSP COMPOSITE

Dimensions in (mm) Major: 0.28 (7.1)
Approx. Weight
36 (54)
lbs/kft (kg/km)
Standards
Telcordia TA-TSY-000125
RoHS-compliant
Compliance

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Number

Standard Length
ft (m)

10-026-06

1,000 (305)

Coil

10-016-06

5,500 (1676)

Wooden Reel

10-116-06

22,000 (6,705)

Four 5,500’ Reels on a Pallet

10-096-06

19,000 (5791)

Steel Reel

Package

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

H-2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Polyolefin
Twisted into pairs to minimize resistance unbalance; in
multi-pair constructions, pair twist lays vary to minimize
crosstalk and meet capacitance unbalance requirements;
twisted pairs are formed into firm, round core

Core Wrap
Jacket

Non-hygroscopic, dielectric wrap

Support Wire

Single 0.109 inch solid, extra-high strength steel, jacketed in
an integral extrusion with the core

Black polyethylene

5,000 (1,524)
Reel

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

RDUP PE-27 and PE-28 deactivated by RDUP
ICEA S-89-648 as applicable
RoHS-compliant

Standards
Compliance

Electrical Specifications
Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Number of Pairs

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Individual

94 (58)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance
@ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

DC Resistance
Unbalance Maximum %
Individual Pair

Dielectric Strength
Minimum Volts DC

19 (0.90)

1,000 (1,600)

3.6 (11.8)

45 (28.0)

5.0

7,200

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

5.1 (16.7)

91 (56.4)

5.0

7,200

24 (0.51)

1,000 (1,600)

6.5 (21.3)

144 (89.5)

5.0

7,200

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Maximum Pair to Pair

80 (145)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
AWG (mm)

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

10-001-15

1

19 (0.90)

0.20 (5.1)

0.48 (12.2)

60 (90)

10-002-15

2

19 (0.90)

0.25 (6.4)

0.53 (13.5)

70 (105)

10-003-15

3

19 (0.90)

0.30 (7.6)

0.59 (15.0)

85 (125)

10-006-15

6

19 (0.90)

0.39 (9.9)

0.68 (17.2)

120 (180)
180 (270)

10-012-15

12

19 (0.90)

0.48 (12.2)

0.77 (19.5)

10-002-17

2

22 (0.64)

0.20 (5.1)

0.48 (12.2)

60 (90)

10-003-17

3

22 (0.64)

0.23 (5.8)

0.51 (12.9)

65 (95)

10-004-17

4

22 (0.64)

0.24 (6.0)

0.52 (13.2)

70 (104)

10-006-17

6

22 (0.64)

0.29 (7.5)

0.58 (14.8)

85 (125)

10-012-17

12

22 (0.64)

0.36 (9.2)

0.65 (16.5)

115 (170)

10-018-17

18

22 (0.64)

0.43 (11.0)

0.72 (18.3)

150 (225)

10-006-19

6

24 (0.51)

0.25 (6.4)

0.54 (13.7)

70 (105)

10-012-19

12

24 (0.51)

0.32 (8.2)

0.61 (15.4)

95 (140)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Pair Count

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number

Sag and Tension guidelines for these products are available online:

www.SuperiorEssex.com/techtip.aspx

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Standard Length
ft (m)
Package

BELL OSP COPPER

Core Assembly

OSP FIBER

Solid bare copper

OSP COMPOSITE

Specifications
Conductor
Insulation

H-3

TECHNICAL INFO

Multi-pair, self-supporting IMRDW Wire is used for subscriber lines in
exchange plant; single-pair is often used for lateral runs from aerial plant.
In both single and multi-pair types, the wire core is laid parallel to a solid
steel support wire and jacketed in an integral extrusion to form a “figure-8”
configuration utilizing a 0.109 inch solid, extra-high strength steel support
member. The IM construction permits fast, economical installation and
facilitates removal and re-use of wire.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

IMRDW

PREMISES COPPER

IMRDWS
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

IMRDWS is an aerial wire designed for use in extending communications
service (voice, data, and/or video) to a subscriber premises from the
distribution point. This product has additional capabilities over the
standard IMRDW product because it contains a shielding screen. The
conductors are wrapped within a metallic aluminum shield to insulate them
from interference and thus provide high quality digital transmission. In
addition, a drain wire runs longitudinally the length of the wire to drain off
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI).
Without shielding and a drain wire, noise can be introduced into circuits
from high voltage AC power lines, machinery with motors, x-ray systems,
TV sets and AM radio stations. Shielding also lessens the chance that DSL
or other high frequency transmission protocols will interfere with other
signals on adjacent cables.

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Specifications

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Conductor
Insulation

Solid bare copper

Features

Benefits

Polyolefin

•	 3 mil foil shield with drain wire

Core Assembly

Individual conductors carefully twisted into pairs to
minimize resistance unbalance and cross-talk

Shield
Jacket
Rip cord

3 mil foil shield with drain wire

•	 Provides high quality digital
transmission medium for xDSL
technologies and, when properly
grounded, removes spectrum
interferences

•	 Black, polyethylene jacket

Support Wire

“Figure 8” configuration utilizing a 0.109 inch, solid, extra
high strength, steel support wire

Package
Standards
Compliance

Reel

•	 Provides tough, flexible
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures
and stresses encountered
in standard installations

•	 Rip cord

•	 Facilitates jacket removal

Black polyethylene
Placed parallel to the core

ICEA S-89-648 as applicable
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

All Pairs
Maximum Individual

94 (58)

Wire Average

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

5.1 (16.7)

Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
Minimum Volts DC
DC Resistance
Resistance
Conductor
Unbalance Maximum % Conductor
@ 68°F (20°C)
to Conductor to Shield
Individual Pair
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)
91 (56.4)

5.0

7,200

3,600

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

Minimum FEXT @ 150 kHz

63 (207)

Maximum Individual Pair to Pair

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

Maximum Individual Pair to Ground

800 (2,625)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

10-061-29

6

0.32 (8.1)

0.60 (15.3)

95 (142)

2,133 (650)

10-040-29

6

0.32 (8.1)

0.60 (15.3)

95 (142)

5,000 (1,524)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

H-4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Rip cord
Jacket

Placed parallel to the core
Weather-resistant PVC

Performance
Compliance

Telecordia GR-3163-CORE
RDUP PE 7
ANSI/ICEA S-89-648-2006
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Listed

Electrical Specifications
Number of Pairs

Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Maximum Pair

94 (58)

Maximum Average

90 (56)

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

DC Resistance
Unbalance Maximum %
Individual Pair

Conductor to Conductor
Dielectric Strength
Volts DC
3 secs, no breakdown

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

5.1 (17)

91 (56.5)

5.0

4,000

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

Maximum Individual Pair

80 (145)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

12-031-08

1

0.18 (4.8)

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Package

0.36 (9.1)

34 (51)

750 (229)

POP™ Box

12-032-08

1

0.18 (4.8)

0.36 (9.1)

34 (51)

1,000 (305)

Reel

12-004-08

2

0.18 (4.8)

0.36 (9.1)

39 (58)

750 (229)

POP™ Box

12-010-08

2

0.18 (4.8)

0.36 (9.1)

39 (58)

1,000 (305)

Coil

12-023-08

2

0.18 (4.8)

0.36 (9.1)

39 (58)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

12-019-08

3

0.21 (5.3)

0.39 (9.9)

45 (67)

600 (183)

™
POP Box

12-022-08

3

0.21 (5.3)

0.39 (9.9)

45 (67)

750 (229)

Coil

12-519-08

5

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12.0)

76 (113)

400 (122)

™
POP Box

5

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12.0)

76 (113)

2,500 (762)

Reel

5

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12.0)

76 (113)

1,000 (305)

Reel
IPL Coil

12-026-08

5

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12.0)

76 (113)

700 (213)

12-006-08

6

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12.0)

70 (104)

400 (122)

Coil

12-007-08

6

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12.0)

70 (104)

2,500 (762)

Reel

12-008-08

6

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12.0)

70 (104)

3,500 (1,068)

Reel

12-009-08

6

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12.0)

70 (104)

1,000 (305)

Reel

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

12-024-08
12-025-08

Sag and Tension guidelines for these products are available online:

www.SuperiorEssex.com/techtip.aspx

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

OSP FIBER

•	 Facilitates jacket removal

Non-metallic or fiberglass strength members placed in
jacket parallel to core assembly

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Rip cord

Strength Members

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Provide necessary
longitudinal strength

Individual conductors are carefully twisted into pairs in a
manner designed to minimize resistance unbalance

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Non-metallic or fiberglass
strength members

Core Assembly

Polyolefin

BELL OSP COPPER

Benefits

Solid annealed copper

OSP COPPER WIRE

Features

Specifications
Conductor
Insulation

H-5

TECHNICAL INFO

ADP NMS is a PVC-jacketed Aerial Service Wire offered in 1, 2, 3, 5 or
6-pair. It is designed for use in extending telephone service to subscriber
premises from the distribution cable or cable terminal. Major features
include small size and light weight coupled with abrasion resistant jacket.
Standard hardware and installation procedures are directly applicable to
this product. The insulation of the tip conductor is marked with a stripe of the
mating ring insulation color to reduce the possibility of splitting pairs during
installation. A black, weather resistant, polyvinylchloride jacket is extruded
over the strength members and rip cord to protect the core from mechanical
damage, degradation by sunlight and ingress of moisture. The jacket bonds
to the strength members to provide the required strength characteristics.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

ADP NMS

PREMISES COPPER

ADP NMS (6x24) Compact Design
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

The ADP NMS 6x24 Compact Design features a black abrasion resistant
PVC-jacket and is used to extend telephone service to subscriber premises
from the distribution cable or cable terminal. The product features four
fiberglass yarns that provide all the longitudinal strength necessary. Simple
access procedures allow for quick and easy installation with the small
standard off the shelf industry hardware. This product offers 6-pair in the
size and shape of the traditional 3-pair product. Each conductor is insulated
with solid polyolefin in distinctive colors. The insulation of the tip conductor
is marked with a stripe of the mating ring insulation color to reduce the
possibility of splitting pairs during installation. A black, weather resistant,
polyvinylchloride jacket is extruded over the strength members and rip cord
to protect the core from mechanical damage. The jacket bonds to the fiber
glass strength members to provide the required strength characteristics.

Specifications

OSP COMPOSITE

Conductor
Insulation

Solid annealed copper

Core Assembly

Individual conductors are carefully twisted into pairs in a
manner designed to minimize resistance unbalance

Strength Members

Non-metallic or fiberglass strength members placed in
jacket parallel to core assembly

Rip cord
Jacket

Placed parallel to the core
Weather-resistant PVC

Features

Benefits

Performance
Compliance

GR-3163-CORE as applicable
ANSI/ICEA S-89-648-2006
RoHS-compliant

•	 Non-metallic or fiberglass
strength members

•	 Provide necessary
longitudinal strength

NRTL Programs

UL Listed

•	 Rip cord

•	 Facilitates jacket removal

Polyolefin

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Number of Pairs
Maximum Individual

94 (58)

Wire Average

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

DC Resistance Unbalance
Maximum %
Individual Pair

24 (0.51)

1,000 (1,600)

5.8 (19.0)

144 (89.5)

5.0

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Minimum FEXT @ 150 kHz

63 (207)

Maximum Individual Pair

80 (145)

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

12-801-08

6

0.21 (5.3)

0.38 (9.7)

50 (74)

600 (183)

Package
POP™ Box

12-802-08

6

0.21 (5.3)

0.38 (9.7)

50 (74)

1,000 (305)

Reel

OSP COPPER WIRE

Sag and Tension guidelines for these products are available online:

www.SuperiorEssex.com/techtip.aspx

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

H-6

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.4

Product Description

Conductor
Insulation

Solid annealed copper

Features

Benefits

Core Assembly

•	 3 mil metallic foil shield
with drain wire

•	 Provides high quality digital
transmission medium for xDSL
technologies and, when properly
grounded, removes spectrum
interferences

Individual conductors are carefully twisted into pairs in a
manner designed to minimize resistance unbalance

Shield

3 mil metallic foil shield with drain wire

Strength Members

Non-metallic or fiberglass strength members placed in
jacket parallel to core assembly

Rip cord
Jacket

Placed parallel to the core

Performance
Compliance

Applicable sections of both GR-3163-CORE
and ANSI/ICEA S-89-648-2006
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Listed

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Maximum Pair

94 (58)

Maximum Average

90 (56)

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

DC Resistance
Unbalance Maximum %
Individual Pair

Conductor to Conductor
Dielectric Strength
Volts DC
3 secs, no breakdown

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

5.1 (17)

91 (56.5)

5.0

4,000

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

Maximum Individual Pair

80 (145)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Major Dimension
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Part Number

Pair Count

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

12-301-07

3

0.27 (6.8)

0.45 (11.4)

55 (82)

1,000 (305)

Reel

12-302-07

3

0.27 (6.8)

0.45 (11.4)

55 (82)

400 (122)

™
POP Box

Reel

Package

12-303-07

3

0.27 (6.8)

0.45 (11.4)

55 (82)

750 (229)

12-304-07

3

0.27 (6.8)

0.45 (11.4)

55 (82)

750 (229)

Coil

12-305-07

3

0.27 (6.8)

0.45 (11.4)

55 (82)

500 (152)

Reel-in-a-Box

12-501-07

5

0.28 (7.1)

0.49 (12.0)

78 (116)

1,000 (305)

Reel

Sag and Tension guidelines for these products are available online:

www.SuperiorEssex.com/techtip.aspx

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications

H-7

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Facilitates jacket removal

Weather-resistant PVC

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 Rip cord

Polyolefin

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 Provide necessary
longitudinal strength

Specifications

TECHNICAL INFO

•	 Non-metallic or fiberglass
strength members

PREMISES FIBER

ADP S is a PVC-jacketed, aerial service wire designed for use in extending
communications service (voice, data and/or video) to a subscriber premises
from the distribution cable terminal. This product has additional capabilities
over the standard ADP NMS product because it contains a shielding
screen. The core is wrapped within a metallic foil to provide shielding from
interference and thus provide high quality digital transmission. In addition, a
drain wire runs longitudinally the length of the wire to drain off Electromagnetic
Interference (EMI) and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). Without shielding
and a drain wire, noise can be introduced into circuits from high voltage AC
power lines, machinery with motors, x-ray systems, TV sets and AM radio
stations. Shielding also lessens the chance that DSL or other high frequency
transmission protocols will interfere with other signals on adjacent cables.
Each conductor is insulated with solid polyolefin in distinctive colors. The
insulation of the tip conductor is marked with a stripe of the mating ring
insulation color to reduce the possibility of splitting pairs during installation. A
black, weather resistant, polyvinylchloride jacket is extruded over the yarns
and rip cord to protect the core from mechanical damage, degradation by
sunlight and ingress of moisture. The jacket bonds to the fiberglass strength
members to provide the required strength characteristics.

PREMISES COPPER

ADP S

PREMISES COPPER

Integrated Messenger Wire
IM/F, IM/H and IM/G

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Specifications
Conductor
Insulation

Solid annealed copper
Polyolefin

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Core Assembly

Individual conductor dimensions are tightly controlled to
limit resistance unbalance of the twisted pairs; in multipair constructions, pair twist lays are varied to minimize
crosstalk and meet capacitance limits; twisted pairs are
formed into a firm, round core

Jacket

Fire retardant PVC

Performance
Compliance

Telcordia GR-3163-CORE
ANSI/ICEA S-89-648-2006
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Listed

IM/F, IM/H and IM/G aerial service wire in 2, 3, 6 and 12-pair is self
supporting. The conductors are laid parallel to an (F) 0.083 inch,
(H) 0.109 inch, or (G) 0.095 inch solid extra-strength steel support wire. Both
the conductors and support wire are jacketed in an integral “figure-8”
configuration. This product permits fast, economical installation from aerial
distribution cable terminals to building entrance protectors or network
interface units on the subscriber’s premises. The fully color coded core
expedites splicing and terminating procedures. A black, fire retardant,
polyvinylchloride jacket provides a tough flexible protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight, atmospheric temperatures and stresses
encountered in standard installations. The steel support wire is jacketed in
an integral extrusion with the core.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Number of Pairs

Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Maximum Pair

94 (58)

Maximum Average

90 (56)

Conductor to Conductor
Maximum Conductor
Dielectric Strength
DC Resistance
Resistance
Minimum Volts DC
Unbalance Maximum %
@ 68°F (20°C)
3 secs, no breakdown
Individual Pair
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)

19 (0.90)

1,000 (1,600)

3.6 (11.8)

45 (28.0)

5.0

-

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

5.1 (17.0)

91 (56.5)

5.0

4,000

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

Maximum Individual Pair to Pair

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Individual Pair to Ground

800 (2,625)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number Support Size

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Package

10-921-38

IM/G 0.095

2

19 (0.90)

0.27 (6.8)

0.51 (12.9)

73 (109)

656 (200)

Coil

10-923-38

IM/G 0.095

2

19 (0.90)

0.27 (6.8)

0.51 (12.9)

73 (109)

4,921 (1,500)

Reel

OSP COPPER WIRE

10-002-34

IM/F 0.083

2

22 (0.64)

0.22 (5.7)

0.46 (11.7)

55 (82)

600 (183)

Coil

10-102-34

IM/F 0.083

2

22 (0.64)

0.22 (5.7)

0.46 (11.7)

55 (82)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

10-503-34

IM/F 0.083

3

22 (0.64)

0.24 (6.2)

0.48 (12.3)

72 (107)

1,000 (305)

Coil

10-106-34

IM/F 0.083

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.53 (13.6)

80 (119)

3,500 (1,067)

Reel
Reel

10-206-34

IM/F 0.083

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.53 (13.6)

80 (119)

1,000 (305)

10-306-34

IM/F 0.083

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.53 (13.6)

80 (119)

400 (122)

Coil

10-261-38

IM/G 0.095

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.55 (13.9)

80 (119)

492 (150)

Coil

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

10-262-38

IM/G 0.095

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.55 (13.9)

80 (119)

2,461 (750)

Reel

10-265-38

IM/G 0.095

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.55 (13.9)

80 (119)

5,000 (1,562)

Reel

10-281-38

IM/G 0.095

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.65 (16.6)

114 (170)

410 (125)

Coil

10-284-38

IM/G 0.095

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.65 (16.6)

114 (170)

2,460 (750)

Reel

10-285-38

IM/G 0.095

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.65 (16.6)

114 (170)

8,202 (2,500)

Reel

10-102-35

IM/H 0.109

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.66 (16.7)

130 (193)

1,000 (305)

Reel

10-012-35

IM/H 0.109

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.66 (16.7)

130 (193)

250 (76)

Coil

10-212-35

IM/H 0.109

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.66 (16.7)

130 (193)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

Contact Superior Essex for additional configurations and AWG sizes.

TECHNICAL INFO

H-8

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.4

Features

Benefits

Filling Compound

•	 Polyethylene inner jacket

•	 Provides additional mechanical
and moisture protection

Wire core is completely filled with 80°C ETPR compound,
filling the air spaces between insulated conductors

Inner Jacket

Polyethylene

•	 Polyethylene outer jacket

•	 Provides tough, flexible,
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installations

Shield

Smooth, copolymer-coated, 8 mil aluminum tape applied
longitudinally over inner jacket and bonded to outer jacket;
space under the tape is flooded to eliminate all air space

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Facilitates jacket removal

Black, polyethylene
Reel
ANSI/ICEA S-86-634-2004
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications
Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

All Pairs

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Individual

94 (58)

Wire Average

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

Maximum Conductor
Maximum Average
DC Resistance
Resistance
Attenuation
Unbalance Maximum %
@ 68°F (20°C)
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
Individual Pair
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)
dB/kft (dB/km)

Dielectric Strength
Minimum Volts DC
Conductor
Conductor
to Conductor
to Shield

19 (0.90)

1,000 (1,600)

3.1 (10.2)

45 (28.0)

5.0

7,000

20,000

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

4.4 (14.4)

91 (56.4)

5.0

5,000

20,000

24 (0.51)

1,000 (1,600)

5.5 (18.0)

144 (89.5)

5.0

4,000

20,000

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

Maximum Individual Pair to Pair

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Individual Pair to Ground

800 (2,625)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

04-023-85

2

19 (0.90)

0.38 (9.7)

65 (97)

5,000 (1,524)

04-025-85

3

19 (0.90)

0.42 (11)

85 (125)

5,000 (1,524)

04-052-84

2

22 (0.64)

0.32 (8.1)

45 (65)

1,000 (305)

04-053-84

2

22 (0.64)

0.32 (8.1)

45 (65)

2,500 (762)
5,000 (1,524)

04-055-84

2

22 (0.64)

0.32 (8.1)

45 (65)

04-056-84

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

50 (75)

1,000 (305)

04-062-84

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

50 (75)

2,500 (762)
5,000 (1,524)

04-058-84

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

50 (75)

04-061-85

6

22 (0.64)

0.41 (10)

80 (120)

1,000 (305)

04-058-85

6

22 (0.64)

0.41 (10)

80 (120)

2,500 (762)

04-057-85

6

22 (0.64)

0.41 (10)

80 (120)

5,000 (1,524)

04-098-85

2

24 (0.51)

0.27 (6.9)

30 (45)

5,000 (1,524)

04-101-85

3

24 (0.51)

0.29 (7.4)

40 (60)

5,000 (1,524)

04-097-85

6

24 (0.51)

0.35 (8.9)

55 (80)

5,000 (1,524)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

H-9

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Dual rip cords

Outer Jacket
Package
Standards
Compliance

OSP FIBER

Individual conductor dimensions are tightly controlled
to limit resistance unbalance of twisted pairs; pair
twist lays are varied to minimize crosstalk and meet
capacitance unbalance limits

OSP COMPOSITE

Core Assembly

BELL OSP COPPER

•	 Distribution circuits and service entrance wires

Polyolefin

OSP COPPER WIRE

•	 Direct burial

Solid annealed copper

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Applications

Specifications
Conductor
Insulation

TECHNICAL INFO

BDW A is a filled, double-jacketed buried wire intended for direct burial
applications. Applications include distribution circuits and service entrance
wires. BDW A is designed to withstand installation stresses. BDW A is filled
with an ETPR compound, which completely coats each insulated conductor
and fills the air space between conductors. BDW A is recommended for
non-gopher areas. Each conductor is insulated with solid polyolefin in
distinctive colors. The insulation of the tip conductor is marked with a stripe
of the mating ring insulation color to reduce the possibility of splitting pairs
during installation.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

BDW A

PREMISES COPPER

BDW G
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Specifications
Conductor
Insulation

Solid annealed copper
Polyolefin

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Core Assembly

Individual conductor dimensions are tightly controlled
to limit resistance unbalance of twisted pairs; pair
twist lays are varied to minimize crosstalk and meet
capacitance unbalance limits

Filling Compound

Wire core is completely filled with 80°C ETPR compound,
filling the air spaces between insulated conductors

Inner Jacket

Polyethylene

Shield

Corrugated, 5 mil gopher resistant armor applied
longitudinally over the inner jacket and flooded

Outer Jacket
Package

Black polyethylene

Standards
Compliance

*RDUP 7 CFR 1755.860 (PE-86)
ANSI/ICEA S-86-634-2004
RoHS-compliant

BDW G is a filled, double-jacketed buried wire intended for direct burial
applications. Applications include distribution circuits and service entrance
wires. All types are designed to withstand installation stresses. They are
filled with an ETPR compound, which completely coats each insulated
conductor and fills the air space between conductors. BDW G also provides
protection from rodents or harsh environments. Each conductor is insulated
with solid polyolefin in distinctive colors. The insulation of the tip conductor
is marked with a stripe of the mating ring insulation color to reduce the
possibility of splitting pairs during installation.

Features

Benefits

•	 Polyethylene inner jacket

•	 Provides additional mechanical
and moisture protection

•	 Corrugated armor

•	Gopher resistant
•	 Provides excellent
mechanical protection

•	 Polyethylene outer jacket

•	 Provides tough, flexible,
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installations

Reel

Electrical Specifications
Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

All Pairs

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Maximum Individual

94 (58)

Wire Average

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

Maximum Conductor
Maximum Average
DC Resistance
Resistance
Attenuation
Unbalance Maximum %
@ 68°F (20°C)
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
Individual Pair
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)
dB/kft (dB/km)

Dielectric Strength
Minimum Volts DC
Conductor
Conductor
to Conductor
to Shield

19 (0.90)

1,000 (1,600)

3.1 (10.2)

45 (28.0)

5.0

7,000

20,000

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

4.4 (14.4)

91 (56.4)

5.0

5,000

20,000

24 (0.51)

1,000 (1,600)

5.5 (18.0)

144 (89.5)

5.0

4,000

20,000

BELL OSP COPPER

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

Maximum Individual Pair to Pair

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Individual Pair to Ground

800 (2,625)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

04-022-16*

2

19 (0.90)

0.37 (9.4)

70 (105)

5,000 (1,524)

04-025-16*

3

19 (0.90)

0.41 (10)

90 (135)

5,000 (1,524)

04-052-17

2

22 (0.64)

0.32 (8.1)

55 (80)

1,000 (305)

04-053-17

2

22 (0.64)

0.32 (8.1)

55 (80)

2,500 (762)
5,000 (1,524)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

04-055-17

2

22 (0.64)

0.32 (8.1)

55 (80)

04-056-17

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

60 (90)

1,000 (305)

04-057-17

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

60 (90)

2,500 (762)
5,000 (1,524)

04-058-17

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

60 (90)

04-067-16*

6

22 (0.64)

0.40 (10)

90 (135)

1,000 (305)

04-062-16*

6

22 (0.64)

0.40 (10)

90 (135)

2,500 (762)

04-057-16*

6

22 (0.64)

0.40 (10)

90 (135)

5,000 (1,524)

04-094-16

2

24 (0.51)

0.27 (6.9)

40 (60)

5,000 (1,524)

04-091-16

3

24 (0.51)

0.29 (7.4)

45 (65)

5,000 (1,524)

TECHNICAL INFO

H-10

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Benefits

Filling Compound

•	 Non-hygroscopic core wrap

•	 Protects the core and provides
improved mechanical and
electrical characteristics
•	 Provides a moisture barrier
and inhibits corrosion
•	 Facilitates jacket removal

Shield

•	 Adhesive compound floods
shield’s outer surface
•	 Rip cord

Rip cord
Jacket

Weather-resistant PVC
Telcordia GR-3163-CORE
ANSI/ICEA S-86-634-2004
RoHS-compliant

Standards
Compliance

Electrical Specifications
All Pairs

Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Maximum Pair
Maximum Average

94 (58)
90 (56)

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

Maximum Conductor
Maximum Average
DC Resistance
Resistance
Attenuation
Unbalance Maximum %
@ 68°F (20°C)
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
Individual Pair
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)
dB/kft (dB/km)
4.4 (14)

91 (56.5)

Dielectric Strength
Minimum Volts DC
Conductor
Conductor
to Conductor
to Shield

5.0

5,000

15,000

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

Maximum Individual Pair to Pair

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Individual Pair to Ground

800 (2,625)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Package

25-722-80
25-759-80
25-063-80
25-069-80
25-078-80
25-062-80
25-061-80
25-064-80
25-351-80
25-360-80
25-353-80
25-358-80
25-530-80
25-154-80
25-527-80
25-549-80
25-525-80
25-526-80
25-565-80
25-667-80
25-680-80
25-685-80
25-654-80
25-682-80
25-681-80
25-658-80
25-684-80

2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6

19 (0.90)
19 (0.90)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)

0.32 (8.1)
0.32 (8.1)
0.27 (6.9)
0.27 (6.9)
0.27 (6.9)
0.27 (6.9)
0.27 (6.9)
0.27 (6.9)
0.30 (7.6)
0.30 (7.6)
0.30 (7.6)
0.30 (7.6)
0.33 (8.4)
0.33 (8.4)
0.33 (8.4)
0.33 (8.4)
0.33 (8.4)
0.33 (8.4)
0.33 (8.4)
0.37 (9.4)
0.37 (9.4)
0.37 (9.4)
0.37 (9.4)
0.37 (9.4)
0.37 (9.4)
0.37 (9.4)
0.37 (9.4)

62 (92)
62 (92)
43 (64)
43 (64)
43 (64)
43 (64)
43 (64)
43 (64)
53 (79)
53 (79)
53 (79)
53 (79)
67 (100)
67 (100)
67 (100)
67 (100)
67 (100)
67 (100)
67 (100)
81 (121)
81 (121)
81 (121)
81 (121)
81 (121)
81 (121)
81 (121)
81 (121)

1,600 (488)
5,000 (1,524)
250 (76)
1,300 (396)
8,250 (2,514)
700 (214)
1,500 (457)
3,000 (915)
500 (152)
1,200 (366)
3,000 (915)
5,000 (1,524)
300 (92)
500 (152)
900 (274)
5,500 (1,676)
925 (282)
1,200 (366)
2,500 (762)
600 (183)
700 (214)
1,200 (366)
2,500 (762)
4,000 (1,219)
800 (244)
5,000 (1,524)
12,000 (3,660)

Reel
Reel
Coil
Reel
Reel
Coil
Reel
Reel
Coil
Reel
Reel
Reel
Reel
Coil
Reel
Reel
Reel
Reel
Reel
Coil
Reel
Reel
Reel
Reel
Reel
Reel
Reel

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

H-11

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

Features

OSP COMPOSITE

Core Covering

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Core Assembly

Polyolefin
Individual conductor dimensions are tightly controlled to
limit resistance unbalance of twisted pairs; pair twist lays
are varied to minimize crosstalk and meet capacitance
unbalance limits
Non-hygroscopic core wrap
Wire core is completely filled with 80°C ETPR compound,
filling the air spaces between insulated conductors
Corrugated copper clad steel or bronze tape longitudinally
applied over the core wrap
Rip cord applied over shield and beneath jacket

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Solid annealed copper

BELL OSP COPPER

Specifications
Conductor
Insulation

OSP COPPER WIRE

BW CF is designed for direct burial applications and is available in 2, 3, 5
and 6-pair sizes. It is filled with an ETPR compound which is chemically and
electrically compatible with all other materials in the wire. The compound
completely coats each insulated conductor and fills the air space between
conductors. BW CF can also be used for distribution circuits and service
entrance wires. Each conductor is insulated with solid polyolefin in distinctive
colors. The insulation of the tip conductor is marked with a stripe of the
mating ring insulation color to reduce the possibility of splitting pairs during
installation. black, weather-resistant polyvinylchloride jacket is extruded over
the shield and rip cord to protect the core from minor mechanical damage,
degradation by sunlight and ingress of moisture and water.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Product Description

TECHNICAL INFO

BW CF

PREMISES COPPER

BW GDJ
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Specifications
Conductor
Insulation

Solid annealed copper
Polyolefin

OSP FIBER

BW GDJ, available in 2, 3, 5 and 6-pair sizes, is intended for direct burial
applications and is well suited to withstand installation stresses. It is filled
with an ETPR compound, which is chemically and electrically compatible
with all other materials in the wire. The compound completely coats each
insulated conductor and fills the air space between conductors. BW GDJ
effectively combats attacks by rodents. It can be used for distribution
circuits and service entrance wires. Each conductor is insulated with solid
polyolefin distinctive colors. The insulation of the tip conductor is marked
with a stripe of the mating ring insulation color to reduce the possibility
of splitting pairs during installation. A black, polyvinylchloride jacket is
extruded over the armor to protect the core from minor mechanical damage,
degradation by sunlight and the ingress of moisture.

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Core Assembly

Conductors are twisted into pairs in a manner designed to
minimize resistance unbalance; pair twist lays are varied
to minimize crosstalk.

Filling Compound

Wire core is completely filled with 80°C ETPR compound,
filling the air spaces between insulated conductors

Inner Jacket

Polyethylene inner jacket; outer surface flooded

Features

Benefits

Armor

Corrugated armor applied longitudinally over the inner
jacket; inner and outer surfaces of the armor are flooded

•	 Polyethylene inner jacket

•	 Provides additional mechanical
and moisture protection

Rip cord

Rip cord is applied beneath the inner jacket; a second rip
cord can also be applied under the outer jacket

•	 Corrugated armor

•	Gopher resistant

•	 Armor’s inner and outer surfaces
are flooded

•	 Prevents water flow between
the shield and outer jacket

•	 Rip cord

•	 Facilitates jacket removal

Jacket

Weather resistant PVC

Standards
Compliance

Telcordia GR-3163-CORE
ANSI/ICEA S-86-634-2004
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

All Pairs

Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Maximum Pair

94 (58)

Maximum Average

90 (56)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

Maximum Conductor
Maximum Average
DC Resistance
Resistance
Attenuation
Unbalance Maximum %
@ 68°F (20°C)
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
Individual Pair
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)
dB/kft (dB/km)

Dielectric Strength
Minimum Volts DC
Conductor
Conductor
to Conductor
to Shield

19 (0.90)

1,000 (1,600)

3.1 (11)

45 (28.0)

5.0

7,000

20,000

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

4.4 (14)

91 (56.5)

5.0

5,000

20,000

BELL OSP COPPER

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

Maximum Individual Pair to Pair

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Individual Pair to Ground

800 (2,625)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

25-020-79

2

19 (0.90)

0.37 (9.4)

80 (119)

900 (275)

Reel

25-021-79

2

19 (0.90)

0.37 (9.4)

80 (119)

7,000 (2,135)

Reel

Package

25-063-79

2

22 (0.64)

0.37 (9.4)

80 (119)

600 (183)

Coil

25-064-79

2

22 (0.64)

0.37 (9.4)

80 (119)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

25-351-79

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

70 (104)

500 (152)

Coil

25-355-79

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

70 (104)

600 (183)

Reel

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

25-360-79

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

70 (104)

1,200 (366)

Reel

25-354-79

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

70 (104)

3,000 (915)

Reel
Reel

25-361-79

3

22 (0.64)

0.33 (8.4)

70 (104)

8,000 (2,438)

25-552-79

5

22 (0.64)

0.38 (9.0)

90 (134)

500 (152)

Coil

25-555-79

5

22 (0.64)

0.38 (9.0)

90 (134)

1,000 (305)

Reel

25-547-79

5

22 (0.64)

0.38 (9.0)

90 (134)

2,000 (610)

Reel

25-553-79

5

22 (0.64)

0.38 (9.0)

90 (134)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel
Reel

25-681-79

6

22 (0.64)

0.40 (10.0)

100 (149)

800 (244)

25-654-79

6

22 (0.64)

0.40 (10.0)

100 (149)

350 (107)

Coil

25-662-79

6

22 (0.64)

0.40 (10.0)

100 (149)

1,000 (305)

Reel

TECHNICAL INFO

25-663-79

6

22 (0.64)

0.40 (10.0)

100 (149)

2,000 (610)

Reel

25-653-79

6

22 (0.64)

0.40 (10.0)

100 (149)

3,000 (915)

Reel

25-658-79

6

22 (0.64)

0.40 (10.0)

100 (149)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

H-12

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

•	 Stops and blocks any moisture
movement around the conductors

•	 Rip cord

•	 Facilitates jacket removal

Core Assembly
Filling Compound
Rip cord
Jacket
Standards
Compliance

Individual conductors carefully twisted into pairs, designed
to minimize resistance unbalance; twist patterns are
similar to those on larger Outside Plant (OSP) cables
Super absorbent water blocking dry core technology
Placed parallel to the core
Weather-resistant PVC
Applicable Sections of GR-3163-CORE
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications
All Pairs

Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

Maximum Pair

94 (58)

Maximum Average

90 (56)

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)

22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

Maximum Conductor
Maximum Average
DC Resistance
Resistance
Attenuation
Unbalance Maximum %
@ 68°F (20°C)
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
Individual Pair
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)
dB/kft (dB/km)
5.1 (17)

91 (56.5)

5.0

OSP FIBER

Polyolefin

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Super absorbent
water blocking dry core
technology filling compound

22 (0.64)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Benefits

Solid annealed copper

Conductor to Conductor
Dielectric Strength
Minimum Volts DC
4,000

Crosstalk Loss

dB/kft (dB/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1000 Hz

Minimum NEXT @ 722 kHz

44 (144)

Maximum Individual Pair to Pair

pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Individual Pair to Ground

800 (2,625)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Package

25-262-19

2

0.26 (6.6)

41 (61)

750 (229)

POP™ Box

2

0.28 (6.6)

41 (61)

1,500 (457)

Reel

5

0.32 (8.1)

59 (88)

500 (152)

POP™ Box

25-527-19

5

0.32 (8.1)

59 (88)

1,000 (305)

Reel

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

H-13

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

25-263-19
25-551-19

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Features

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

BELL OSP COPPER

BW NS is a buried service wire designed for direct burial applications. It
is available in 2-pair and 5-pair sizes along with several package options.
This round shaped dry filled product has a rip cord and tough black
outdoor PVC jacket. The wire can be used for distribution circuits and
service entrance wires, and installed with a conventional backyard drop
plow. Each conductor is insulated with polyolefin in distinctive colors. The
insulation of the tip conductor is marked with the color stripe of its mated
ring conductor to reduce the possibility of splitting pairs during installation.
A black, weather resistant, polyvinylchloride jacket is extruded around the
conductors with a rip cord and results in a round shaped product. This
robust PVC jacketing material protects the core from mechanical damage,
degradation by sunlight and ingress of moisture. The jacket is printed on the
surface with standard information.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

BW NS Buried Wire Non-Shielded

PREMISES COPPER

Non-Jacketed Tight Twist Cable Core
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

This Non-jacketed Cable Core is designed for use on the back side of cross
connect and terminal blocks located in a cross connect cabinet adjacent to
the remote terminal. Without a jacket this product must always be utilized
in a cabinet, enclosure or indoors. These products offer enhanced crosstalk
performance in a 100 Ohm design for supporting digital subscriber line
(xDSL) technologies and higher IPTV data speeds.

Features

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Ideal for terminal block stubs

•	 Polyolefin insulation

•	Greater crush resistance
and improved transmission
characteristics

24 (0.51)

•	 Pairing tight twist
(CAT 5 like twists)

•	 Enhanced capabilities
for xDSL signals

5,000 (1,524)

•	 Standard telephony solid colors

•	 Easy conductor identification

Reel

•	 No outer jacket

•	 Easy routing

RoHS-compliant

•	 Binder strings

•	 Holds pair groups together

Specifications
AWG (mm)
Standard Length ft (m)
Package
Standards Compliance

Benefits

•	 24 AWG solid copper conductors

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

11-003-53

25

0.41 (10)

82 (122)

11-003-45

50

0.57 (14)

164 (244)

11-003-46

100

0.82 (21)

328 (488)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Air Pipe
Product Description

BELL OSP COPPER

Air Pipe is used for supplying air pressure to underground pressurized cable
systems. Air pressure is distributed off the air pipe at regular intervals and
applied to pressurized cables to supplement and boost air pressure along
the cable route. It is normally placed in ducts. The laminated aluminum and
polyethylene construction assures water vapor will not penetrate to the
pipe interior.

Specifications

OSP COPPER WIRE

Shield

4 mil aluminum tape formed longitudinally with bonded overlap

Jacket

Black, medium density polyethylene jacket extruded over
and laminated to the aluminum shield

Standards
Compliance

RoHS-compliant

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Inner Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

85-019-25

0.71 (18)

0.59 (15)

56 (83)

1,980 m Reel

85-018-25

0.71 (18)

0.59 (15)

56 (83)

6,500’ Reel

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number

Outer Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

TECHNICAL INFO

H-14

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Product Description

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper

Insulation

Color coded, solid, polyolefin tip conductors are striped with
mating color for positive identification

Jacket
Standards
Compliance

PVC

OSP COMPOSITE

RoHS-compliant

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

12-262-01

2

0.19 (4.8)

19 (28)

600’ POP™ Box

12-642-01

6

0.27 (6.9)

42 (63)

450’ Coil

12-842-01

12

0.33 (8.4)

73 (109)

250’ Coil

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Number

Temporary Drop Wire

TDW

Product Description

BELL OSP COPPER

Safety orange colored Temporary Non-shielded Drop Wire intended to
temporarily extend or replace service.

Specifications
Conductor
Insulation
Jacket
Jacket Color
Standards
Compliance

Solid bare copper
Polyolefin
PVC

OSP COPPER WIRE

Bright Orange
RoHS-compliant

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Wire Color

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

12-311-36

2

22 (0.64)

Red/Green, Black/Yellow

0.14 (3.6)

13 (19)

1,000’ POP™ Box

12-331-36

1

24 (0.51)

Red/Green

0.13 (3.3)

7 (10)

™
2,000’ POP Box

12-322-36

2*

24 (0.51)

Red/Green

0.13 (3.3)

7 (10)

™
2,000’ POP Box

*Note: 2 conductors, not a pair.

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

OSP FIBER

22 (0.64)

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 Provides a tough flexible
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight
and stresses encountered
in standard installations

H-15

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Benefits

•	 PVC jacket

TECHNICAL INFO

Features

PREMISES FIBER

Bridle Wire is used to extend the telephone circuit from aerial distribution
cable terminals to building entrance protectors or network interface units
on subscriber premises. This wire has a black PVC jacket with a rip cord for
easy access to conductors.

PREMISES COPPER

Bridle Wire

PREMISES COPPER

E-Block Wire
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

E-Block Wire is used for “ring wiring” of buildings and as a fusible link for
aerial distribution. E-Block Wire is available in twisted pair and quad forms.
It consists of copper clad steel conductors. Each conductor is dual insulated
with a color coded inner layer of PVC and a black outer layer of PVC.

Specifications

OSP FIBER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Copper covered steel

Dual Insulation

Inner layer: color coded PVC
Outer layer: black PVC

Package

Knock-out Box

Standards
Compliance

TR-TSY-000127
UL 83
VW1
RoHS-compliant

20 (0.13)

OSP COMPOSITE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Style

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

12-140-03

Pair

0.20 (5.1)

14 (20)

400 (122)

12-220-03

Quad

0.24 (6.1)

32 (47)

250 (76)

Part Number

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Ground Wire
Bare or Jacketed

Product Description

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Ground Wire is used specifically to ground electrical devices and to
maintain shield continuity at cable splices.

Specifications
Conductor
Insulation
Performance
Compliance
NRTL Programs

Solid annealed copper
Weather-resistant PVC
RoHS-compliant
UL Listed

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

AWG

Jacket Color

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Package

12-001-04

6

Black

0.22 (5.6)

91 (135)

500’ Plywood Spool
200’ Boxed Coil

OSP COPPER WIRE

12-101-04

6

Gray

0.22 (5.6)

91 (135)

12-102-04

6

Gray

0.22 (5.6)

91 (135)

200’ Coil

12-105-04

6

Gray

0.22 (5.6)

91 (135)

500’ Coil
500’ Box Coil

12-106-04

6

Gray

0.22 (5.6)

91 (135)

12-107-04

6

Gray

0.22 (5.6)

91 (135)

600’ Coil

12-104-04

6

Gray

0.22 (5.6)

91 (135)

4,000’ Reel

12-018-04

6

Green

0.22 (5.6)

91 (135)

500’ Reel

12-905-04

6

Bare

0.16 (4.1)

79 (118)

600’ Plastic Spool

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

12-901-04

6

Bare

0.16 (4.1)

79 (118)

200’ Boxed Coil

12-902-04

6

Bare

0.16 (4.1)

79 (118)

2,500’ Plywood Spool

12-903-04

6

Bare

0.16 (4.1)

79 (118)

300’ Plastic Spool

12-904-04

6

Bare

0.16 (4.1)

79 (118)

4,000’ Reel

12-907-04

6

Bare

0.16 (4.1)

79 (118)

500’ Coil

12-111-04

10

Gray

0.14 (3.6)

37 (55)

200’ Boxed Coil

12-112-04

10

Gray

0.14 (3.6)

37 (55)

500’ Boxed Coil

12-011-04

10

Black

0.14 (3.6)

37 (55)

500’ Knock-out Box
500’ Plastic Spool

TECHNICAL INFO

12-016-04

10

Green

0.14 (3.6)

37 (55)

12-121-04

12

Gray

0.12 (3.0)

25 (37)

200’ Boxed Coil

12-122-04

12

Gray

0.12 (3.0)

25 (37)

300’ Boxed Coil

12-123-04

12

Gray

0.12 (3.0)

25 (37)

500’ Plywood Spool

H-16

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Product Description
Cross-Connect Category 5 Wire is designed with a tighter twist to support
higher data speeds and is intended for connections in cross connect cabinets.

Specifications
Solid bare copper

Insulation

Flame retardant PVC insulated conductor
each identified by a solid color

Approx. Weight lbs/kft (kg/km)

5 (7)

Performance Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CM

AWG (mm)

Wire Color

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Package

02-360-23

1

22 (0.64)

White/Red

0.07 (1.8)

400' Spool

02-361-23

1

22 (0.64)

White/Violet

0.07 (1.8)

400' Spool

02-362-23

1

22 (0.64)

Violet/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

400' Spool

02-011-23

1

24 (0.51)

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

1,000’ Spool

02-010-23

1

24 (0.51)

White/Green

0.08 (2.0)

1,000’ Spool

02-031-23

1

24 (0.51)

Yellow/Red

0.08 (2.0)

1,000’ Spool

02-032-23

1

24 (0.51)

Violet/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

1,000’ Spool

02-111-23

1

24 (0.51)

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

6,000’ Spool

02-131-23

1

24 (0.51)

Yellow/Red

0.08 (2.0)

6,000’ Spool

02-050-23

1

24 (0.51)

White/Orange

0.08 (2.0)

1,000’ Spool

02-006-23

1

24 (0.51)

White/Red

0.08 (2.0)

1,000’ Spool

02-211-23

1

24 (0.51)

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

6,000’ Spool

1

24 (0.51)

Yellow/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

1,000’ Spool

1

24 (0.51)

Yellow/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

6,000’ Spool

02-110-23

1

24 (0.51)

White/Green

0.08 (2.0)

6,000’ Spool

02-132-23

1

24 (0.51)

Violet/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

6,000’ Spool

11-005-90

1

24 (0.51)

Violet/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

500’ Spool

02-350-23

1

24 (0.51)

White/Orange

0.08 (2.0)

400’ Spool

02-311-23

1

24 (0.51)

White/Blue

0.08 (2.0)

500’ Spool

02-020-23

2

24 (0.51)

White/Blue, White/Orange

0.12 (3.0)

1,000’ Spool

02-021-23

2

24 (0.51)

Red/Blue, Red/Orange

0.12 (3.0)

1,000’ Spool

02-022-23

2

24 (0.51)

White/Orange, White/Green

0.12 (3.0)

1,000’ Spool

02-024-23

2

24 (0.51)

Violet/Blue, Violet/Orange

0.12 (3.0)

1,000’ Spool

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

H-17

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

02-033-23
02-113-23

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Pair Count

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Part Number

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COMPOSITE

OSP FIBER

Conductor

PREMISES COPPER

XCW

PREMISES FIBER

Cross-Connect Category 5 Wire

PREMISES COPPER

Indoor/Outdoor Cross-Connect Wire
XCW

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Indoor/Outdoor Cross-Connect Wire is intended for cross-connecting
points in building entrance enclosures at subscriber’s premises and/or in
Outside Plant (OSP) enclosures. Each insulated conductor is identified by a
combination of solid insulation color, except as noted.

Specifications

OSP FIBER

Solid bare copper

Standards
Compliance

UL 444
CSA C22.2 No. 214-08
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL, c(UL) Listed CM

Semi-rigid PVC
0.036 (0.9)
Spool

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
AWG (mm)

02-111-13

1

22 (0.64)

White/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

4 (9)

1,000 (305)

02-102-13

1

22 (0.64)

Yellow/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

4 (9)

1,000 (305)

02-E02-13

1

22 (0.64)

Yellow/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

4 (9)

3,000 (915)

02-113-13

1

22 (0.64)

White/Red

0.07 (1.8)

4 (9)

1,000 (305)

02-114-13

1

22 (0.64)

White/Black

0.07 (1.8)

4 (9)

1,000 (305)

02-513-13*

1

22 (0.64)

White/Red

0.07 (1.8)

4 (9)

1,000 (305)

02-514-13*

1

22 (0.64)

White/Black

0.07 (1.8)

4 (9)

1,000 (305)

02-120-13

2

22 (0.64)

White/Blue, White/Orange

0.11 (2.8)

9 (20)

1,000 (305)

03-H12-13

1

22 (0.64)

White/Violet

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

400 (122)

02-G11-13

1

22 (0.64)

White/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

400 (122)

02-G50-13

1

22 (0.64)

White/Orange

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

400 (122)

02-H13-13

1

22 (0.64)

Red/White

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

400 (122)

02-G16-13

1

22 (0.64)

Violet/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

400 (122)

02-706-13*

1

24 (0.51)

White/Red

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-001-13

1

24 (0.51)

White/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-050-13

1

24 (0.51)

White/Orange

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-006-13

1

24 (0.51)

White/Red

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-D06-13

1

24 (0.51)

White/Red

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

600 (183)

02-053-13

1

24 (0.51)

Red/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-004-13

1

24 (0.51)

Red/Green

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-005-13

1

24 (0.51)

Red/Slate

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-054-13

1

24 (0.51)

Red/Black

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-702-13*

1

24 (0.51)

Red/Black

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-002-13

1

24 (0.51)

Yellow/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-409-13

1

24 (0.51)

Blue/Black

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

3,000 (915)

02-401-13

1

24 (0.51)

White/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

3,000 (915)

02-450-13

1

24 (0.51)

White/Orange

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

3,000 (915)

02-051-13

1

24 (0.51)

White/Green

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-052-13

1

24 (0.51)

White/Black

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-006-13

1

24 (0.51)

White/Red

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

02-D02-13

1

24 (0.51)

Yellow/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

600 (183)

11-001-02

1

24 (0.51)

White/Blue

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

1,000 (305)

11-001-03

1

24 (0.51)

White/Green

0.07 (1.8)

3 (7)

2,000 (610)

02-222-13

2

24 (0.51)

White/Blue, White/Orange

0.10 (2.5)

6 (13)

1,000 (305)

02-221-13

2

24 (0.51)

Red/Blue, Red/Orange

0.10 (2.5)

6 (13)

1,000 (305)

02-224-13

2

24 (0.51)

Yellow/Blue, Yellow/Orange

0.10 (2.5)

6 (13)

1,000 (305)

02-223-13

2

24 (0.51)

White/Orange, White/Green

0.10 (2.5)

6 (13)

1,000 (305)

02-032-13

3

24 (0.51)

White/Blue, White/Orange, White/Green

0.12 (3.0)

9 (20)

1,000 (305)

TECHNICAL INFO

02-D30-13

3

24 (0.51)

White/Blue, White/Orange, White/Green

0.12 (3.0)

9 (20)

600 (183)

02-041-13

4

24 (0.51)

White/Blue, White/Orange, White/Green, White/Brown

0.15 (3.8)

13 (29)

1,000 (305)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part Number

Pair
Count

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COMPOSITE

Conductor
Insulation
Individual Nominal
Diameter in (mm)
Package

Wire Color

Overall Nominal Diameter Approx. Weight Standard Length
in (mm)
lbs/kft (kg/km)
ft (m)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE

*Solid color (not band marked)

H-18

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.2

Resources at Your Fingertips
Our Web site is a great resource for information to help
with your next installation, including technical guidelines
and product FAQs – all in one convenient location.
Visit our site for the latest product information and tools

SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

I-1

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

CELFIL BJBB, BJAB, BJMB and BJTB  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2
Canadian ALPETH BHBB, BHAB, BKMB and BKTB  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-4
SEALPAP BHBF, BHAF, BKMF and BKTF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-6
Canadian Bonded STALPETH DCAZ, DCMZ and DCTZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-8
Canadian Self Support BHBS-BC, BHAS-BC and BKMS-BC  . . . . . . . . . I-10
Aerial Drop Wire ADW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-11
Canadian Integrated Messenger Wire IM/F, IM/H and IM/G  . . . . . . . I-12
Canadian ADP NMS with QuickCount® in Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-13
Buried Distribution Wire BCBD  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-14

OSP FIBER

Table of Contents

OSP COMPOSITE

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PREMISES COPPER

CELFIL

BJBB, BJAB, BJMB and BJTB
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex CELFIL Cable with foam skin insulation is a single jacketed
design for use in duct or direct burial installations.

Specifications

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper

Insulation

Dual-extruded cellular inner layer and color coded solid
polyolefin skin

Twisted Pairs

Insulated conductors twisted to form pairs with varying lays

≤ 25-Pair Core

Assembled in concentric layers to form a cylindrical core

≥ 50-Pair Core

Assembled from concentrically formed units with 25-pair
per unit; these may be stranded into 50-pair or 100-pair
groups, which are then cabled to form the complete
cylindrical core assembly

≥ 1,200-Pair Core

Color code is Mirror Image design

Filling Compound

PEPJ compound applied to cable core which completely
coats each insulated conductor and fills interstices
between pairs and units

Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted pairs with varying lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk
and meets capacitance
unbalance limitations

•	 Non-hygroscopic core wrap
applied over assembled core

•	 Furnishes mechanical
as well as high dielectric
protection between shielding
and individual conductors

•	 Rip cord placed parallel to core

•	 Facilitates easy jacket removal

•	 Black, medium-density
polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installations

Non-hygroscopic core wrap applied over assembled core
Core
Flooding Compound Applied to fill all voids under shield
Electrically continuous 8 mil flat aluminum shielding tape,
with polyolefin film fused and chemically bonded to both
sides, applied longitudinally over the core and bonded
to the outer jacket

Shield
Rip cord
Jacket

Placed parallel to core
Black, medium-density polyethylene

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Jacket Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, date of jacketing, gauge,
pair count, sequential length and cable type marked
at 1 meter intervals

Standards
Compliance

RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
Resistance 68°F (20°C)
Conductor Size
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)
AWG (mm)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
kft (km)

Dielectric Strength
DC Potential – Volts
DC Resistance Unbalance
Minimum
Maximum %
Individual
Conductor Conductor
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.2 (10.5)

8.5 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

4,500

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.5 (14.8)

17.3 (56.6)

1.5

5.0

3,600

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.6 (18.4)

26.1 (85.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.0 (23.0)

44.0 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

2,400

10,000

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Near End Crosstalk (NEXT)
dB/kft (dB/km)
@ 150 kHz
@ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean
PSWUNEXT Worst Pair

TECHNICAL INFO

I-2

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
dB/kft (dB/km)
PSELFEXT @ 150 kHz
PSELFEXT @ 772 kHz
Mean
Worst Pair
Mean
Worst Pair

58 (190)

47 (154)

19 (0.90)

65 (213)

59 (194)

51 (167)

45 (148)

53 (174)

42 (138)

22 (0.64)

63 (207)

57 (187)

49 (161)

43 (141)

24 (0.51)

63 (207)

57 (187)

49 (161)

43 (141)

26 (0.40)

61 (200)

57 (187)

47 (154)

43 (141)

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

4,593 (1,400)

660 (300)

44 x 18 x 20

190 (285)

4,593 (1,400)

1,040 (470)

46 x 25 x 20

85-031-13

25

19 (0.90)

0.77 (20)

355 (530)

7,924 (2,415)

3,100 (1,410)

62 x 30 x 24

85-034-13

50

19 (0.90)

1.03 (26)

655 (975)

4,593 (1,400)

3,295(1,500)

62 x 30 x 24

85-038-13

100

19 (0.90)

1.37 (35)

1,225 (1,825)

3,002 (915)

3,965 (1,800)

62 x 30 x 24

85-042-13

200

19 (0.90)

1.92 (49)

2,420 (3,600)

1,558 (475)

4,385 (1,990)

72 x 35 x 36

BJAB
85-057-13

6

22 (0.64)

0.38 (9.7)

70 (105)

9,186 (2,800)

750 (340)

44 x 18 x 20

85-059-13

12

22 (0.64)

0.47 (12)

115 (170)

9,186 (2,800)

1,220 (555)

46 x 25 x 20

85-061-13

18

22 (0.64)

0.53 (14)

155 (230)

4,593 (1,400)

820 (370)

44 x 18 x 20

85-062-13

25

22 (0.64)

0.60 (15)

200 (300)

9,186 (2,800)

2,080 (945)

58 x 25 x 20

85-065-13

50

22 (0.64)

0.76 (19)

350 (520)

6,004 (1,830)

2,345 (1,065)

58 x 25 x 20

85-069-13

100

22 (0.64)

1.02 (26)

650 (965)

4,593 (1,400)

3,275 (1,485)

62 x 30 x 24

85-073-13

200

22 (0.64)

1.37 (35)

1,225 (1,825)

2,608 (795)

3,565 (1,615)

65 x 30 x 32

85-075-13

300

22 (0.64)

1.66 (42)

1,815 (2,700)

2,182 (665)

4,575 (2,075)

72 x 35 x 36

85-077-13

400

22 (0.64)

1.88 (48)

2,375 (3,535)

1,952 (595)

5,335 (2,420)

78 x 40 x 39

85-081-13

600

22 (0.64)

2.29 (58)

3,545 (5,275)

1,542 (470)

6,165 (2,795)

78 x 40 x 39

85-083-13

900

22 (0.64)

2.75 (70)

5,225 (7,775)

854 (260)

5,075 (2,305)

72 x 35 x 36

85-085-13

1,200

22 (0.64)

3.18 (81)

6,950 (10,364)

620 (190)

7,113 (3,226)

96 x 42 x 56

BJMB
85-092-13

6

24 (0.51)

0.35 (8.9)

60 (90)

4,593 (1,400)

320 (145)

30 x 18 x 12

85-094-13

12

24 (0.51)

0.41 (10)

85 (125)

4,593 (1,400)

455 (205)

36 x 18 x 14

85-097-13

25

24 (0.51)

0.52 (13)

140 (210)

4,593 (1,400)

750 (340)

44 x 18 x 20

85-100-13

50

24 (0.51)

0.65 (17)

240 (355)

8,792 (2,680)

2,355 (1,070)

58 x 25 x 20

85-104-13

100

24 (0.51)

0.84 (21)

430 (640)

6,578 (2,005)

3,115 (1,415)

62 x 30 x 24

85-108-13

200

24 (0.51)

1.14 (29)

810 (1,205)

5,232 (1,595)

4,850 (2,205)

72 x 35 x 36

85-110-13

300

24 (0.51)

1.36 (35)

1,180 (1,755)

3,724 (1,135)

5,010 (2,270)

72 x 35 x 36

85-112-13

400

24 (0.51)

1.55 (39)

1,555 (2,315)

2,888 (880)

5,105 (2,320)

72 x 35 x 36

85-116-13

600

24 (0.51)

1.88 (48)

2,305 (3,430)

1,838 (560)

4,850 (2,205)

72 x 35 x 36

85-118-13

900

24 (0.51)

2.26 (57)

3,385 (5,040)

1,280 (390)

4,945 (2,250)

72 x 35 x 36

85-120-13

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.57 (65)

4,450 (6,625)

1,280 (390)

6,395 (2,905)

78 x 40 x 39

85-121-13

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.85 (72)

5,515 (8,210)

1,050 (320)

6,490 (2,950)

78 x 40 x 39

85-124-13

1,800

24 (0.51)

3.11 (79)

6,575 (9,785)

688 (210)

5,225 (2,370)

78 x 40 x 39

BJTB
85-132-13

25

26 (0.40)

0.44 (11)

100 (150)

4,593 (1,400)

525 (235)

36 x 18 x 14

85-135-13

50

26 (0.40)

0.55 (14)

165 (245)

4,593 (1,400)

865 (395)

44 x 18 x 20

85-139-13

100

26 (0.40)

0.70 (18)

290 (430)

4,593 (1,400)

1,535 (695)

52 x 25 x 20

85-143-13

200

26 (0.40)

0.94 (24)

535 (795)

4,593 (1,400)

2,745 (1,245)

62 x 30 x 24

85-145-13

300

26 (0.40)

1.09 (28)

755 (1,125)

2,624 (800)

2,225 (1,010)

58 x 25 x 20

85-147-13

400

26 (0.40)

1.25 (32)

995 (1,480)

2,624 (800)

2,855 (1,295)

58 x 25 x 20

85-151-13

600

26 (0.40)

1.50 (38)

1,465 (2,180)

1,738 (530)

2,835 (1,285)

62 x 30 x 24

85-153-13

900

26 (0.40)

1.79 (46)

2,145 (3,190)

1,722 (525)

3,980 (1,805)

62 x 30 x 24

85-155-13

1,200

26 (0.40)

2.03 (52)

2,805 (4,175)

1,264 (385)

4,160 (1,885)

72 x 35 x 36

85-156-13

1,500

26 (0.40)

2.29 (58)

3,515 (5,230)

1,246 (380)

4,995 (2,265)

72 x 35 x 36

85-157-13

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.50 (64)

4,200 (6,250)

1,214 (370)

5,800 (2,630)

78 x 40 x 39

85-158-13

2,100

26 (0.40)

2.69 (68)

4,885 (7,270)

1,182 (360)

6,475 (2,935)

78 x 40 x 39

85-159-13

2,400

26 (0.40)

2.85 (72)

5,540 (8,245)

1,000 (305)

6,240 (2,830)

78 x 40 x 39

85-161-13

2,700

26 (0.40)

3.01 (77)

6,200 (9,225)

1,000 (305)

6,900 (3,130)

78 x 40 x 39

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

I-3

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

120 (180)

0.58 (15)

OSP FIBER

0.49 (12)

19 (0.90)

OSP COMPOSITE

19 (0.90)

12

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

6

85-028-13

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

85-026-13

BELL OSP COPPER

AWG (mm)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Standard Length
ft (m)

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

Pair Count

Part Number

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)
BJBB

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

TECHNICAL INFO

CELFIL BJBB, BJAB, BJMB and BJTB

PREMISES COPPER

Canadian ALPETH
BHBB, BHAB, BKMB and BKTB

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Superior Essex ALPETH Cables are designed primarily for aerial use. In this
application, the cable must be attached to a support strand (messenger).
If the cable is to be placed in a duct, the cable must be pressurized.

Specifications

OSP FIBER

Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation
Twisted Pairs
≤ 25-Pair Core

OSP COMPOSITE

≥ 50-Pair Core
≥ 1,200-Pair Core
Core Covering

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted pairs with varying lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk
and meets capacitance
unbalance limitations

•	 Non-hygroscopic core wrap
applied over assembled core

•	 Furnishes mechanical
as well as high dielectric
protection between shielding
and individual conductors

•	 Black, medium-density
polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installations

Solid annealed copper
Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)
Color coded solid polyolefin
Insulated conductors twisted to pairs with varying lays
Assembled in concentric layers to form a cylindrical core
Assembled from concentrically formed units with 25-pair
per unit; these may be stranded into 50-pair or 100-pair
groups, which are then cabled to form the complete
cylindrical core assembly
Color code is Mirror Image design
Non-hygroscopic core wrap applied over assembled core

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Shield

Electrically continuous 8 mil flat aluminum shielding tape
with polyolefin film fused and chemically bonded to both
sides; applied longitudinally over the core and bonded
to the outer jacket

Jacket

Black, medium-density polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, date of jacketing, gauge,
pair count, sequential length and cable type marked
at 1 meter intervals

Standards
Compliance

RoHS-compliant

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Electrical Specifications
Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

BELL OSP COPPER

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Conductor Size Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)
AWG (mm)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
kft (km)

Dielectric Strength
DC Potential – Volts
DC Resistance Unbalance
Minimum
Maximum %
Individual
Conductor Conductor
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.3 (10.8)

8.5 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

5,000

10,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.7 (15.4)

17.3 (56.6)

1.5

5.0

4,000

10,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.9 (19.4)

26.1 (85.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

10,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.4 (24.3)

44.0 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

2,400

10,000

Minimum Near End Crosstalk (NEXT)
dB/kft (dB/km)
@ 150 kHz
@ 772 kHz

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PSWUNEXT Mean
PSWUNEXT Worst Pair

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

TECHNICAL INFO

I-4

58 (190)

47 (154)

53 (174)

42 (138)

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
dB/kft (dB/km)
PSELFEXT @ 150 kHz
PSELFEXT @ 772 kHz
Mean
Worst Pair
Mean
Worst Pair

19 (0.90)

65 (213)

59 (194)

51 (167)

45 (148)

22 (0.64)

63 (207)

57 (187)

49 (161)

43 (141)

24 (0.51)

63 (207)

57 (187)

49 (161)

43 (141)

26 (0.40)

61 (200)

57 (187)

47 (154)

43 (141)

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

AWG (mm)

85-026-01

6

19 (0.90)

0.47 (12)

105 (155)

4,593 (1,400)

590 (270)

44 x 18 x 20

85-028-01

12

19 (0.90)

0.56 (14)

170 (255)

4,593 (1,400)

945 (430)

46 x 25 x 20

85-031-01

25

19 (0.90)

0.74 (19)

310 (460)

4,593 (1,400)

1,625 (740)

52 x 25 x 20

85-034-01

50

19 (0.90)

0.98 (25)

565 (840)

4,593 (1,400)

2,965 (1,345)

65 x 30 x 32

85-038-01

100

19 (0.90)

1.31 (33)

1,060 (1,580)

3,002 (915)

3,470 (1,575)

62 x 30 x 24

85-042-01

200

19 (0.90)

1.84 (47)

2,075 (3,090)

1,492 (455)

3,385 (1,535)

62 x 30 x 24

BHAB
85-057-01

6

22 (0.64)

0.38 (9.7)

65 (95)

4,593 (1,400)

345 (155)

30 x 18 x 12

85-059-01

12

22 (0.64)

0.45 (11)

100 (150)

4,593 (1,400)

525 (235)

36 x 18 x 14

85-062-01

25

22 (0.64)

0.59 (15)

180 (270)

5,724 (1,745)

1,195 (540)

46 x 25 x 20

85-065-01

50

22 (0.64)

0.75 (19)

310 (460)

5,724 (1,745)

2,020 (915)

58 x 25 x 20

85-069-01

100

22 (0.64)

1.00 (25)

570 (850)

4,593 (1,400)

2,905 (1,320)

62 x 30 x 24

85-073-01

200

22 (0.64)

1.35 (34)

1,080 (1,605)

3,412 (1,040)

4,300 (1,950)

72 x 35 x 36

85-075-01

300

22 (0.64)

1.64 (42)

1,595 (2,375)

2,182 (665)

4,095 (1,855)

72 x 35 x 36

85-077-01

400

22 (0.64)

1.86 (47)

2,105 (3,135)

2,132 (650)

5,100 (2,315)

72 x 35 x 36

85-081-01

600

22 (0.64)

2.27 (58)

3,135 (4,665)

1,410 (430)

5,035 (2,285)

72 x 35 x 36

85-083-01

900

22 (0.64)

2.74 (70)

4,640 (6,905)

688 (210)

3,805 (1,725)

72 x 35 x 36

BKMB
85-092-01

6

24 (0.51)

0.34 (8.6)

50 (75)

4,593 (1,400)

275 (125)

30 x 18 x 12

85-094-01

12

24 (0.51)

0.40 (10)

75 (110)

4,593 (1,400)

410 (185)

36 x 18 x 14

85-097-01

25

24 (0.51)

0.50 (13)

125 (185)

4,593 (1,400)

680 (310)

44 x 18 x 20

85-100-01

50

24 (0.51)

0.63 (16)

215 (320)

4,593 (1,400)

1,155 (525)

46 x 25 x 20

85-104-01

100

24 (0.51)

0.81 (21)

380 (565)

4,593 (1,400)

1,950 (885)

52 x 25 x 20

85-108-01

200

24 (0.51)

1.09 (28)

705 (1,050)

4,593 (1,400)

3,605 (1,635)

65 x 30 x 32

85-110-01

300

24 (0.51)

1.30 (33)

1,025 (1,525)

1,838 (560)

2,085 (945)

52 x 25 x 20

85-112-01

400

24 (0.51)

1.50 (38)

1,355 (2,015)

1,492 (455)

2,265 (1,030)

58 x 25 x 20

85-116-01

600

24 (0.51)

1.81 (46)

2,010 (2,990)

1,264 (385)

2,830 (1,285)

62 x 30 x 24

85-118-01

900

24 (0.51)

2.17 (55)

2,970 (4,420)

1,182 (360)

4,125 (1,870)

72 x 35 x 36

85-120-01

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.49 (63)

3,915 (5,825)

952 (290)

4,340 (1,970)

72 x 35 x 36

BKTB
25

26 (0.40)

0.43 (11)

90 (135)

4,593 (1,400)

475 (215)

36 x 18 x 14

85-135-01

50

26 (0.40)

0.53 (14)

150 (225)

4,822 (1,470)

830 (375)

44 x 18 x 20

85-139-01

100

26 (0.40)

0.68 (17)

255 (380)

4,593 (1,400)

1,335 (605)

46 x 25 x 20

85-143-01

200

26 (0.40)

0.91 (23)

465 (690)

4,593 (1,400)

2,380 (1,080)

58 x 25 x 20

85-145-01

300

26 (0.40)

1.05 (27)

665 (990)

2,624 (800)

1,950 (885)

52 x 25 x 20

85-147-01

400

26 (0.40)

1.21 (31)

870 (1,295)

2,624 (800)

2,530 (1,145)

58 x 25 x 20

85-151-01

600

26 (0.40)

1.45 (37)

1,290 (1,920)

2,394 (730)

3,455 (1,570)

65 x 30 x 32

85-153-01

900

26 (0.40)

1.74 (44)

1,900 (2,830)

1,526 (465)

3,270 (1,485)

65 x 30 x 32

85-155-01

1,200

26 (0.40)

1.98 (50)

2,495 (3,715)

1,460 (445)

4,255 (1,930)

72 x 35 x 36

85-156-01

1,500

26 (0.40)

2.23 (57)

3,105 (4,620)

1,000 (305)

3,720 (1,685)

72 x 35 x 36

85-157-01

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.43 (62)

3,705 (5,515)

1,312 (400)

5,560 (2,520)

78 x 40 x 39

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

I-5

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

85-132-01

PREMISES FIBER

Pair Count

Part Number

OSP FIBER

Reel Size
FxTxD
in

OSP COMPOSITE

Approx. Shipping
Weight lbs (kg)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Standard Length
ft (m)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)
BHBB

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

Canadian ALPETH BHBB, BHAB, BKMB and BKTB

PREMISES COPPER

SEALPAP

BHBF, BHAF, BKMF and BKTF
Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Double jacketed air core cable, commonly called “SEALPAP,” is a solidinsulated design intended for use in Outside Plant (OSP) where a greater risk
of physical damage exists. The inner jacket provides protection to the cable
core in the event of severe damage to the outer protective sheath.

Specifications

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper

Insulation

Conductors are insulated with solid polyolefin in distinctive
colors to facilitate pair identification

Twisted Pairs
≤ 25-Pair Core

Insulated conductors twisted to pairs with varying lays

Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted pairs with varying lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk
and meets capacitance
unbalance limitations

•	 Core wrap

•	 Protects core and helps provide
core-to-shield dielectric strength

•	 Inner jacket

•	 Provides protection against
mechanical damage and helps
prevent the ingress of moisture

•	 Outer jacket bonded to shield

Pairs are combined into a cylindrical core
Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the
final cable core; each group is identified by color coded
non-hygroscopic binders

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

≥ 1,200-Pair Core
Core Wrap
Inner Jacket

Color code is Mirror Image design
Polyethylene

•	 Provides a tough, flexible
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
and stresses expected in
standard installations

Rip cords

Placed between the core wrap and the inner jacket
and between the inner jacket and shield

•	 Bonding provides additional
moisture resistance

Shield

Electrically continuous 8 mil flat aluminum shielding tape,
with polyolefin film fused and chemically bonded to both
sides, applied longitudinally over the core and bonded to
the outer jacket

Outer Jacket

Black, medium-density polyethylene

Jacket Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, plant location, date of jacketing,
pair count, AWG, product identification, sequential length
markings in meters and telephone handset

Package

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)

Standards
Compliance

Telcordia GR-421-CORE
ANSI/ICEA S-85-625-2007
RoHS-compliant

≥ 50-Pair Core

Non-hygroscopic dielectric material

Electrical Specifications

BELL OSP COPPER

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

-

800 (2,625)

-

Over 12

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

80 (145)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Conductor Size Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)
AWG (mm)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
kft (km)

Dielectric Strength
DC Potential – Volts
DC Resistance Unbalance
Minimum
Maximum %
Individual
Conductor Conductor
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

19 (0.90)

1.0 (1.6)

3.3 (10.8)

45 (28.0)

1.5

5.0

5,000

20,000

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

4.7 (15.4)

91 (56.6)

1.5

5.0

4,000

20,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

5.9 (19.4)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

3,000

20,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.4 (24.3)

232 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

2,400

20,000

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Minimum Near End Crosstalk (NEXT)
dB/kft (dB/km)
@ 150 kHz
@ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean
PSWUNEXT Worst Pair

TECHNICAL INFO

I-6

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
dB/kft (dB/km)
PSELFEXT @ 150 kHz
PSELFEXT @ 772 kHz
Mean
Worst Pair
Mean
Worst Pair

58 (190)

47 (154)

19 (0.90)

65 (213)

59 (194)

51 (167)

45 (148)

53 (174)

42 (138)

22 (0.64)

63 (207)

57 (187)

49 (161)

43 (141)

24 (0.51)

63 (207)

57 (187)

49 (161)

43 (141)

26 (0.40)

61 (200)

57 (187)

47 (154)

43 (141)

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
BHBF

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Approx. Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

85-031-41

25

19 (0.90)

0.84 (21)

355 (530)

9,006 (2,745)

3,990 (1,810)

85-034-41

50

19 (0.90)

1.07 (27)

625 (930)

4,512 (1,375)

3,615 (1,640)

85-038-41

100

19 (0.90)

1.43 (36)

1,170 (1,740)

2,986 (910)

4,290 (1,945)

85-042-41

200

19 (0.90)

1.96 (50)

2,230 (3,320)

2,230 (680)

5,770 (2,615)

25

22 (0.64)

0.68 (17)

215 (320)

5,724 (1,745)

2,025 (920)

85-065-41

50

22 (0.64)

0.85 (22)

360 (535)

5,724 (1,745)

2,855 (1,295)

85-069-41

100

22 (0.64)

1.09 (28)

635 (945)

4,282 (1,305)

3,515 (1,595)

85-073-41

200

22 (0.64)

1.47 (37)

1,190 (1,770)

3,412 (1,040)

4,855 (2,200)

85-077-41

400

22 (0.64)

1.99 (51)

2,260 (3,365)

2,132 (650)

5,615 (2,545)

85-081-41

600

22 (0.64)

2.42 (62)

3,370 (5,015)

1,410 (430)

5,545 (2,515)

OSP COMPOSITE

85-062-41

OSP FIBER

BHAF

85-100-41

50

24 (0.51)

0.72 (18)

255 (380)

6,316 (1,925)

2,405 (1,090)

100

24 (0.51)

0.91 (23)

430 (640)

6,004 (1,830)

3,375 (1,530)

85-108-41

200

24 (0.51)

1.18 (30)

770 (1,145)

2,116 (645)

2,425 (1,100)

85-110-41

300

24 (0.51)

1.43 (36)

1,130 (1,680)

2,280 (695)

3,370 (1,530)

85-112-41

400

24 (0.51)

1.62 (41)

1,475 (2,195)

2,280 (695)

4,160 (1,885)

85-116-41

600

24 (0.51)

1.94 (49)

2,160 (3,215)

1,312 (400)

3,630 (1,645)

85-118-41

900

24 (0.51)

2.33 (59)

3,190 (4,745)

1,050 (320)

4,145 (1,880)

85-120-41

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.64 (67)

4,165 (6,200)

1,312 (400)

6,260 (2,840)

85-135-41

50

26 (0.40)

0.63 (16)

185 (275)

4,822 (1,470)

1,685 (765)

85-139-41

100

26 (0.40)

0.77 (20)

300 (445)

4,822 (1,470)

2,240 (1,015)

85-143-41

200

26 (0.40)

1.00 (25)

525 (780)

4,822 (1,470)

3,325(1,510)

85-147-41

400

26 (0.40)

1.33 (34)

970 (1,445)

2,394 (730)

3,115 (1,415)

85-151-41

600

26 (0.40)

1.58 (40)

1,410 (2,100)

2,394 (730)

4,170 (1,890)

85-153-41

900

26 (0.40)

1.87 (48)

2,045 (3,045)

1,510 (460)

3,885 (1,760)

85-155-41

1,200

26 (0.40)

2.13 (54)

2,695 (4,010)

1,526 (465)

4,910 (2,225)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

BKMF
85-104-41

PREMISES COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

PREMISES FIBER

SEALPAP BHBF, BHAF, BKMF and BKTF

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

I-7

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

BKTF

PREMISES COPPER

Canadian Bonded STALPETH
DCAZ, DCMZ and DCTZ

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Canadian Bonded STALPETH Cable is a foam-skin insulated, single jacketed,
armored air core design intended for use in ducts to provide more efficient
duct utilization than standard PIC designs.

Applications
•	 Congested underground duct systems

OSP FIBER

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper
Available in 22 (0.64), 24 (0.51) and 26 (0.40)

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Insulation

Conductors are dual insulated with an inner layer of foamed,
natural polyolefin covered by an outer layer of solid, colored
polyolefin; conductor insulation is color coded in accordance
with industry standard

≥ 50-Pair Core

Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled to form the final
cable core; each group is identified by color coded
non-hygroscopic binders; for 1,200-pair and larger,
the color code is Mirror Image design

Core Wrap

Non-hygroscopic dielectric material

Shield

Corrugated bare 8 mil aluminum tape applied longitudinally over
the core wrap

Armor

Corrugated, copolymer coated, 6 mil steel tape applied over the
aluminum shield and bonded to the outer jacket

Jacket

Black polyethylene

Jacket
Marking

Manufacturer’s identification, pair count, AWG, product
identification and a telephone handset printed at 2 foot
intervals; sequential footage markings are printed at alternate
2 foot intervals

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Package
Standards
Compliance

Features

Benefits

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of paired conductors

•	 Specially designed
pair twist lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk
and meets the capacitance
unbalance requirements

•	 Core wrap

•	 Protects the core and
helps provide core-to-shield
dielectric strength

•	 Aluminum tape shield

•	 Assures good electrical
contact with non-piercing
bonding clamps

•	 Steel tape armor bonded
to outer jacket

•	 Protects the core from
mechanical damage and reduces
the possibility of tape buckling
during installation, ingress of
water to the aluminum shield and
of water along the cable between
the armor and outer jacket

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible,
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installations

420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)
Telcordia GR-421-CORE Issue 2
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

All pairs

83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

BELL OSP COPPER

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)

175 (574)

DC Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Maximum Conductor
DC Potential – Volts
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) Unbalance Maximum %
Ohms/sheath
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
mile (km)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield

OSP COPPER WIRE

22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

5.0 (16.4)

91 (56.5)

1.5

5.0

1,400

5,000

24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)

6.3 (20.7)

144 (89.5)

1.5

5.0

1,200

5,000

26 (0.40)

1.0 (1.6)

7.9 (25.9)

232 (144.2)

1.5

5.0

1,000

5,000

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
dB/kft (dB/km)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PSWUNEXT Mean
PSWUNEXT Worst Pair

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

TECHNICAL INFO

I-8

47 (154)
42 (138)

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
PSELFEXT @ 772 kHz
dB/kft (dB/km)
Mean
Worst Pair

22 (0.64)

49 (161)

43 (141)

24 (0.51)

49 (161)

43 (141)

26 (0.40)

47 (154)

43 (141)

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

AWG (mm)

Standard Length
ft (m)

07-021-76

900

22 (0.64)

2.49 (63)

4,375 (6,510)

1,600 (488)

7,795 (3,535)

07-021-77

1,200

22 (0.64)

2.85 (72)

5,770 (8,585)

1,200 (366)

7,720 (3,500)

19-116-01

600

24 (0.51)

1.70 (43)

19,60 (2,915)

3,900 (1,189)

8,440 (3,830)

07-021-99

900

24 (0.51)

2.02 (51)

2,860 (4,255)

2,616 (797)

8,275 (3,755)

DCMZ

07-021-68

1,200

24 (0.51)

2.30 (58)

3,755 (5,590)

2,000 (610)

8,305 (3,765)

07-022-12

1,500

24 (0.51)

2.57 (65)

4,660 (6,935)

1,600 (488)

8,250 (3,745)

07-021-69

1,800

24 (0.51)

2.81 (71)

5,545 (8,250)

1,250 (381)

7,725 (3,505)

07-021-75

2,100

24 (0.51)

3.04 (77)

6,440 (9,585)

1,148 (350)

8,200 (3,720)

07-021-98

2,400

24 (0.51)

3.22 (82)

7,320 (10,895)

876 (267)

7,205 (3,270)

DCTZ
07-022-11

900

26 (0.40)

1.62 (41)

1,850 (2,755)

3,904 (1,190)

8,010 (3,635)

07-021-70

1,200

26 (0.40)

1.84 (47)

2,420 (3,600)

3,200 (975)

8,540 (3,875)

07-022-08

1,500

26 (0.40)

2.08 (53)

2,995 (4,455)

2,500 (762)

8,285 (3,755)

07-021-71

1,800

26 (0.40)

2.26 (57)

3,560 (5,300)

2,080 (634)

8,200 (3,720)

07-021-72

2,400

26 (0.40)

2.58 (66)

4,685 (6,970)

1,600 (488)

8,290 (3,760)

07-021-90

2,700

26 (0.40)

2.71 (69)

5,240 (7,800)

1,247 (380)

7,345 (3,330)

3,000

26 (0.40)

2.86 (73)

5,800 (8,630)

1,200 (366)

7,755 (3,520)

3,600

26 (0.40)

3.03 (77)

6,885 (10,245)

1,150 (351)

8,715 (3,950)

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

I-9

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

07-021-73
07-021-74

PREMISES COPPER

Approx.
Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

PREMISES FIBER

Pair Count

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

OSP FIBER

Part Number

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
DCAZ

OSP COMPOSITE

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Canadian Bonded STALPETH DCAZ, DCMZ and DCTZ

PREMISES COPPER

Canadian Self Support
BHBS-BC, BHAS-BC and BKMS-BC

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

Self Support Cable is a plastic insulated, single jacketed air core design with
a built-in support member intended specially for aerial applications. The
core and support member (messenger) lay parallel to each other forming
a cross-sectional “figure 8.” The messenger is an integral part of the cable
sheath, yet readily available for gripping, pulling and tensioning. Installation
is fast and easy using standard methods and hardware.

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)
Insulation

Solid annealed copper
Available in 19 (0.90), 22 (0.64) and 24 (0.51)

OSP FIBER

Twisted Pairs
≤ 25-Pair Core
≥ 50-Pair Core

OSP COMPOSITE

Core Wrap
Shield
Support Member
Jacket

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Jacket Markings
Package
Standards
Compliance

Color coded solid polyolefin
Individual insulated conductors twisted into pairs
with varying lays and specific color combinations
Pairs are combined into a cylindrical core
Multiples of 25-pair groups are assembled into units;
each unit is identified by color coded binders
Non-hygroscopic, dielectric tape applied over core
Corrugated, copolymer coated, 8 mil aluminum tape applied
longitudinally with an overlap
0.25 inch, 7-strand Extra High Strength (EHS) galvanized steel
messenger support member is integral part of sheath
Black, polyethylene
Manufacturer’s ID, date of jacketing, pair count, AWG and
meter sequentials at 1 meter intervals
420 steel reel (F x T x D = 83 x 40 x 42 inches)

Features

Benefits

•	 Twisted pairs with varying lays
and specific color combinations

•	 Minimizes crosstalk and provides
pair identification

•	 Core wrap

•	 Provides core thermal protection

•	 Shield interfaces and steel
support member are flooded
with adhesive compound

•	 Provides moisture barrier
and inhibit corrosion

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough protective
covering designed to withstand
exposure to direct sunlight,
atmospheric temperature
changes and stresses expected
in standard installations

Telcordia GR-421-CORE
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Number of Pairs

Average Mutual
Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

12 or less
Over 12

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)
83 ± 4 (52 ± 2)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Pair @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum RMS
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
80 (145)
80 (145)

Capacitance Unbalance
Pair to Ground @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Maximum Average
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

25 (45)

800 (2,625)
800 (2,625)

175 (574)

Dielectric Strength
DC Potential – Volts
DC Resistance Unbalance
Maximum Conductor
Maximum Average
Minimum
Maximum %
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Individual
Conductor
Conductor
Ohms/sheath
Conductor Size Resistance @ 68°F (20°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
Average
Pair
to Conductor to Shield
kft (km)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)
AWG (mm)

BELL OSP COPPER

19 (0.90)
22 (0.64)
24 (0.51)

1.0 (1.6)
1.0 (1.6)
1.0 (1.6)

3.3 (10.8)
4.7 (15.4)
5.9 (19.4)

45 (28.0)
91 (56.6)
144 (89.5)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Minimum Near End Crosstalk (NEXT)
dB/kft (dB/km)
@ 150 kHz
@ 772 kHz
PSWUNEXT Mean
PSWUNEXT Worst Pair

1.5
1.5
1.5

Conductor Size
AWG (mm)

5.0
5.0
5.0

5,000
4,000
3,000

10,000
10,000
10,000

Minimum Far End Crosstalk
dB/kft (dB/km)
PSELFEXT @ 150 kHz
PSELFEXT @ 772 kHz
Mean
Worst Pair
Mean
Worst Pair

58 (190)

47 (154)

19 (0.90)

65 (213)

59 (194)

51 (167)

45 (148)

53 (174)

42 (138)

22 (0.64)
24 (0.51)

63 (207)
63 (207)

57 (187)
57 (187)

49 (161)
49 (161)

43 (141)
43 (141)

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part Number

Pair Count

AWG (mm)

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

07-021-51
07-021-52
07-021-53

6
25
50

19 (0.90)
19 (0.90)
19 (0.90)

0.48 (12)
0.60 (15)
0.98 (25)

07-021-54
07-021-55
07-021-56

25
50
100

22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)
22 (0.64)

0.58 (15)
0.74 (19)
1.00 (25)

07-021-57
07-021-58
07-021-59

50
100
200

24 (0.51)
24 (0.51)
24 (0.51)

0.62 (16)
0.80 (22)
1.09 (28)

Major Dimension
in (mm)
BHBS-BC

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

Approx. Shipping Weight
lbs (kg)

0.96 (24)
1.07 (27)
1.45 (34)

240 (355)
440 (655)
710 (1,055)

10,006 (3,050)
5,020 (1,530)
5,020 (1,530)

1,023 (1,526)
2,990 (4,459)
4,345 (6,480)

325 (485)
460 (685)
720 (1,070)

10,006 (3,050)
7,513 (2,290)
6,004 (1,830)

1,109 (1,654)
4,238 (6,320)
5,105 (7,613)

385 (573)
575 (856)
1,013 (1,508)

13,303 (4,055)
8,005 (2,440)
5,020 (1,530)

5,904 (8,805)
5,305 (8,031)
5,867 (8,750)

BHAS-BC
1.05 (27)
1.20 (31)
1.47 (37)

BKMS-BC
TECHNICAL INFO

I-10

1.09 (28)
1.27 (32)
1.56 (40)

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

ADW

•	 Minimizes resistance unbalance

•	 Fiberglass strength members

•	 Provides the necessary
longitudinal strength

•	 Rip cord

•	 Facilitates jacket removal

•	 Weather-resistant PVC jacket
extruded over the strength
members and bonded to the
fiberglass strength members

•	 Protects the core from
mechanical damage, degradation
by sunlight and the ingress of
moisture
•	 Provides the required strength
characteristics

Solid annealed copper

AWG (mm)

22 (0.64)

Insulation

Individual conductors insulated with solid polyolefin
in distinctive colors; 2-pair color code is Blue/White
and Orange/Red and 4-pair color code is Blue/White,
Orange/Red, Black/Green and Yellow/Brown

Core Assembly

Individual conductors twisted into pairs

Strength Members

Fiberglass strength members placed in the jacket parallel
to the core assembly

Rip cord

Placed parallel to the core

Jacket

Sky blue grey weather-resistant PVC jacket extruded over
the strength members and bonded to the fiberglass
strength members

Standards
Compliance

RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications
Conductor
Size
AWG (mm)

Average Mutual
Capacitance
@ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)

22 (0.64)

113 (70)

Dielectric Strength
Resistance
Conductor DC
Capacitance
Insulation Resistance
DC Potential – Volts
Unbalance
Unbalance @ 1 kHz Resistance @ 20°F (-7°C)
@ 60°F (16°C)
Minimum
Maximim
Maximum Individual
Pair to Pair Maximum
megohm-mile
Individual Pair % Conductor to Conductor
Ohms/kft (Ohms/km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
(megohm-km)
380 (610)

80 (145)

16.8 (55)

5.0

4,000

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Part Number

Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

12-022-09

2

0.26 (6.6)

30 (45)

1,476 (450)

Coil

12-021-09

2

0.26 (6.6)

30 (45)

656 (200)

POP™ Box
Reel

2

0.26 (6.6)

30 (45)

5,000 (1,524)

4

0.33 (8.4)

55 (80)

820 (250)

Coil

12-042-09

4

0.33 (8.4)

55 (80)

3,937 (1,200)

Reel

12-043-09

4

0.33 (8.4)

55 (80)

328 (100)

™
POP Box

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

I-11

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

12-023-09
12-041-09

BELL OSP COPPER

Package

OSP FIBER

•	 Twisted pairs with varying lays

Specifications
Conductor

OSP COMPOSITE

Benefits

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Features

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

ADW is a PVC jacketed 2-pair or 4-pair aerial service wire designed for use
in extending telephone service to subscriber premises from the distribution
cable or cable terminal. Major features include small size and light weight
coupled with abrasion resistant jacket. Standard hardware and installations
procedures are directly applicable to this product.

PREMISES FIBER

Product Description

PREMISES COPPER

Aerial Drop Wire

PREMISES COPPER

Canadian Integrated Messenger Wire
IM/F, IM/H and IM/G

Product Description

PREMISES FIBER

IM/F, IM/H and IM/G Aerial Service Wire in 2, 3, 6 and 12-pair is self
supporting. The conductors are laid parallel to a solid extra-strength steel
support wire. Both the conductors and support wire are jacketed in an
integral “figure-8” configuration. This product permits fast, economical
installation from aerial distribution cable terminals to building entrance
protectors or network interface units on the subscriber’s premises. The fully
color coded core expedites splicing and terminating procedures.

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper
Available in 19 (0.90) and 22 (0.64)

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Insulation

Solid polyolefin in distinctive colors; standard color codes
are used for pair identification with compounds chosen
for electrical balance and permanency

Core Assembly

Tightly controlled individual conductor dimensions; in multipair constructions, pair twist lays are varied; twisted
pairs are formed into a firm, round core

Support Member

Available in 0.083 inch (F), 0.109 inch (H), or 0.095 inch (G)
solid extra-strength steel support wire

Jacket

Black, fire retardant, polyvinylchloride jacket; steel support
wire is jacketed in an integral extrusion with the core

Performance
Compliance

Telcordia GR-3163-CORE
ANSI/ICEA S-89-648-2006
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Listed

Features

Benefits

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

•	 Limits resistance unbalance of
the twisted pairs

•	 Varied pair twist lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk and meets
capacitance limits

•	 Polyvinylchloride jacket

•	 Provides a tough flexible
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures and
stresses encountered in standard
installations

Electrical Specifications
Capacitance Unbalance @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Pair to Pair
Pair to Ground
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
Maximum Individual
Wire Average
nF/mile (nF/km)
nF/mile (nF/km)
94 (58)

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Conductor Size Minimum Insulation Resistance 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
AWG (mm)
megohm-kft (megohm-km)

Minimum Near End
Crosstalk (NEXT) @ 772 kHz
dB/kft (dB/km)

800 (2,625)

44 (144)

Conductor to Conductor
DC Conductor Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Resistance Unbalance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Minimum Volts DC
Maximum %
Maximum Individual
3 secs, no breakdown
Individual Pair
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

19 (0.90)

5,000 (1,600)

3.3 (11)

45 (28.0)

5.0

5,000

22 (0.64)

5,000 (1,600)

5.1 (17)

91 (56.5)

5.0

4,000

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics

OSP COPPER WIRE

AWG (mm)

Minor
Dimension
in (mm)

Major
Dimension
in (mm)

Approx.
Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard
Length
ft (m)

19 (0.90)

0.27 (6.8)

0.51 (12.9)

73 (109)

656 (200)

Coil

2

19 (0.90)

0.27 (6.8)

0.51 (12.9)

73 (109)

4,921 (1,500)

Reel

IM/F 0.083

2

22 (0.64)

0.22 (5.7)

0.46 (11.7)

55 (82)

600 (183)

Coil

IM/F 0.083

2

22 (0.64)

0.22 (5.7)

0.46 (11.7)

55 (82)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

Part Number

Support Size
in

Pair Count

10-921-38

IM/G 0.095

2

10-923-38

IM/G 0.095

10-002-34
10-102-34

Package

10-503-34

IM/F 0.083

3

22 (0.64)

0.24 (6.2)

0.48 (12.3)

72 (107)

600 (183)

Coil

10-106-34

IM/F 0.083

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.53 (13.6)

80 (119)

3,500 (1,067)

Reel

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

10-206-34

IM/F 0.083

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.53 (13.6)

80 (119)

1,000 (305)

Reel

10-006-34

IM/F 0.083

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.53 (13.6)

80 (119)

250 (76)

Coil

10-306-34

IM/F 0.083

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.53 (13.6)

80 (119)

400 (122)

Coil

10-261-38

IM/G 0.095

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.55 (13.9)

80 (119)

492 (150)

Coil

10-262-38

IM/G 0.095

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.55 (13.9)

80 (119)

2,461 (750)

Reel

10-265-38

IM/G 0.095

6

22 (0.64)

0.30 (7.6)

0.55 (13.9)

80 (119)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

10-281-38

IM/G 0.095

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.65 (16.6)

114 (170)

410 (125)

Coil

10-284-38

IM/G 0.095

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.65 (16.6)

114 (170)

2,460 (750)

Reel

10-285-38

IM/G 0.095

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.65 (16.6)

114 (170)

8,202 (2,500)

Reel

10-102-35

IM/H 0.109

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.66 (16.7)

130 (193)

1,000 (305)

Reel

10-012-35

IM/H 0.109

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.66 (16.7)

130 (193)

250 (76)

Coil

10-212-35

IM/H 0.109

12

22 (0.64)

0.38 (7.6)

0.66 (16.7)

130 (193)

5,000 (1,524)

Reel

TECHNICAL INFO

Contact Superior Essex for additional configurations and AWG sizes.

I-12

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.4

with QuickCount® in Meters

Product Description

•	 Limits resistance unbalance
of the twisted pairs

•	 Fiberglass yarns

•	 Provides necessary
longitudinal strength

•	 Rip cord

•	 Facilitates jacket removal

•	 Weather resistant,
polyvinylchloride jacket
bonded to the fiberglass
strength members

•	 Protects the core from mechanical
damage, degradation by sunlight
and ingress of moisture
•	 Provides the required strength
characteristics

OSP FIBER

Solid annealed copper

Insulation

Solid polyolefin; insulation of the tip conductor is marked
with a stripe of the mating ring insulation color

Core Assembly
Strength Members
Rip cord

Individual conductors are carefully twisted into pairs

22 (0.64)

Fiberglass yarns placed parallel to the core
Placed parallel to the core

Jacket

Black, weather resistant, polyvinylchloride jacket extruded
over the yarns and rip cord and bonded to the fiberglass
strength members

Performance
Compliance

Telecordia GR-3163-CORE
RDUP PE-7
ANSI/ICEA S-89-648-2006
RoHS-compliant

NRTL Programs

UL Listed

Electrical Specifications
Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
Maximum Individual
nF/mile (nF/km)

Wire Average
nF/mile (nF/km)

Capacitance Unbalance @ 1 kHz
Maximum Individual
Pair to Pair
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

94 (58)

83 ± 7 (52 ± 4)

80 (145)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Conductor Size Minimum Insulation Resistance 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
AWG (mm)
megohm-mile (megohm-km)
22 (0.64)

1,000 (1,600)

Minimum Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT) @ 772 kHz
dB/kft (dB/km)
48 (157)

Conductor to Conductor
DC Conductor Resistance
Dielectric Strength
Resistance Unbalance
@ 68°F (20°C)
Minimum Volts DC
Maximum %
Maximum Individual
3 secs, no breakdown
Individual Pair
Ohms/mile (Ohms/km)

5.1 (17)

91 (56.5)

5.0

4,000

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Pair Count

Major Dimension
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
m

12-015-08

2

0.18 (4.8)

0.36 (9.1)

35 (50)

150

ReelSaver™ Coil

Package

12-014-08

2

0.18 (4.8)

0.36 (9.1)

35 (50)

228

™
POP Box

2

0.18 (4.8)

0.36 (9.1)

35 (50)

300

Coil

6

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12)

70 (105)

305

Reel

11-003-65

6

0.27 (7.0)

0.48 (12)

70 (105)

122

Coil

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.4

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

I-13

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

12-013-08
11-003-66

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number

Minor Dimension
in (mm)

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Tightly controlled individual
conductor dimensions

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

•	 Reduces the possibility of
splitting pairs during installation

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Benefits

•	 Insulation of the tip conductor
is marked with a stripe of the
mating ring insulation color

BELL OSP COPPER

Features

PREMISES FIBER

ADP NMS is a PVC-jacketed aerial service wire with QuickCount® in meters.
It is available in 2-pair and 6-pair designs. ADP NMS printed in meters is
designed for use in extending telephone service to subscriber premises
from the distribution cable or cable terminal. Major features include small
size and light weight coupled with abrasion resistant jacket. Standard
hardware and installation procedures are directly applicable to this product.­

PREMISES COPPER

Canadian ADP NMS

PREMISES COPPER

Buried Distribution Wire
BCBD

Product Description

Specifications
Conductor
AWG (mm)

Solid annealed copper

OSP FIBER

Insulation

Dual-extruded cellular inner layer and a color coded solid
outer layer of polyolefin

Core Assembly

Insulated conductors are twisted to form pairs
with varying lays

OSP COMPOSITE

PREMISES FIBER

BCBD Wire with foam skin insulation is a single jacketed design for use in
subscriber distribution.

Filling Compound

PEPJ compound applied to the wire core which completely
coats each insulated conductor and fills the interstices
between pairs

22 (0.64)

Features

Benefits

•	 Varied pair twist lays

•	 Minimizes crosstalk
and meets capacitance
unbalance limitations

•	 Core wrap

•	 Furnishes mechanical and high
dielectric protection between
shielding and individual
conductors

•	 Polyethylene jacket

•	 Provides a tough, flexible
protective covering that
withstands exposure to sunlight,
atmospheric temperatures,
ground chemicals and stresses
expected in standard installations

Non-hygroscopic core wrap applied over the core
Core Wrap
Flooding Compound Applied to fill all the voids under the shield

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Electrically-continuous 8 mil flat aluminum tape shield with
a polyolefin film fused and chemically bonded to both
sides; applied longitudinally over the core and bonded to
the outer jacket

Shield
Jacket
Standards
Compliance

Black medium-density polyethylene
RoHS-compliant

Electrical Specifications

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Capacitance Unbalance Maximum Individual
Pair to Pair
Pair to Ground
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)
pF @ 1 kft (pF @ 1 km)

Average Mutual Capacitance @ 1000 Hz
nF/mile (nF/km)
90 (56)

80 (145)

Maximum Average
Attenuation
Minimum Insulation
Conductor Size Resistance @ 60°F (16°C) 772 kHz @ 68°F (20°C)
dB/kft (dB/km)
gigohm-mile (gigohm-km)
AWG (mm)
22 (0.64)

1.0 (1.6)

800 (2,625)

Maximum Conductor
Resistance @ 68°F (20°C)
Ohms/sheath
kft (km)

Resistance
Unbalance
Maximum %
Individual Pair

17.3 (56.6)

5.0

4.5 (14.8)

Dielectric Strength
DC Potential – Volts
Minimum
Conductor to
Conductor to
Conductor
Shield
3,600

10,000

BELL OSP COPPER

Part Numbers and Physical Characteristics
Pair Count

Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

Approx. Weight
lbs/kft (kg/km)

Standard Length
ft (m)

85-235-06

4

0.30 (7.6)

45 (65)

1,640 (500)

Reel

85-233-06

4

0.30 (7.6)

45 (65)

4,593 (1,400)

Reel

85-234-06

4

0.30 (7.6)

45 (65)

656 (200)

Coil

OSP COPPER WIRE

Part Number

Package

CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

I-14

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 10/10 Ed 10.3

Product Features
CableID™ Alpha Numeric Coding
•	 Unique	4-character	printed	code,	every	2	feet,	on	the	cable	
jacket	for	each	1000-foot	box	and	reel	of	copper	data	cable
•	 Both	ends	of	each	cable	run	are	easily	identifiable	without	
the	need	to	separately	label	or	tone	the	cable
•	 Reduces	installation	time	and	cost	for	initial	installations	
and	for	moves,	adds	and	changes
™

ColorTip Circuit Identification
•	 Circumferentially	colors	100%	of	the	conductor	for	easily	
identifiable	tip	and	ring	mates
•	 Distinct	colors	reduces	termination	time	and	errors,		
even	in	low	light	environments
•	 Permanent,	environmentally	friendly	color	that	doesn’t		
rub	or	wear	off

QuickCount® Feet/Meters Marking
•	 Jacket	marking	in	feet	and	meters
•	 Provides	remaining	length	of	cable	on	reel	removing		
the	guesswork	for	cable	installers
•	 Saves	installation	time	and	money

Standard Jacket Colors
•	 Extensive,	in-stock	jacket	color	offering	in	many		
of	the	premises	copper	products
•	 Most	colors	available	with	no	minimum	quantity	and	
custom	colors	available	upon	request	with	minimum		
order	quantities

BrakeBox® Payout Control
The	BrakeBox	packaging	is	a	true	advantage	for	installers	
who	are	pulling	cable	in	multiple	locations.
•	 Stacks,	travels	and	protects	cable	better	than	an	open	reel
•	 Two	resistance	mechanisms	on	both	sides	of	the	box,		
each	with	three	variable	resistance	settings
•	 Controls	back-tension	preventing	over-spin	and	tangling

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Optical Fiber Cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-6
ANSI/TIA/EIA-598-B Standard Colors
Standard Jacket Colors
OSP Flooding Compound and Jacket Marking Options
OSP Central Members/Strength Members Options
Additional OSP Options

Canadian Central Office Copper Cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-6
Insulation Color Codes
Spare Pair Insulation Color Codes
Spare Single Insulation Color Codes

OSP Copper Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-7
Pair Identification Colors
Groups of Pairs Binder Identification Colors
Super-units Binder Identification Colors

Copper Wire and Cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-8
NEC Fire Resistance Ratings
Balanced Twisted Pair Transmission Categories

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-1

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

Premises Cable Conduit Fill Quick Reference  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-9
Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-10
Glossary of Terms  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-16
Standard Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-21
®
PerformaLink Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-22
Campus Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-24
Part Number Index  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-28

OSP COMPOSITE

Single Mode
Multimode

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Metric Measurement Conversions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-2
American Wire Gauge (AWG) Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-2
Optical Fiber Types  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-3
Optical Fiber Selection Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-4

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Table of Contents

BELL OSP COPPER

TECHNICAL INFO

PREMISES COPPER

American Wire Gauge
(AWG) Sizes

Superior Essex uses the U.S. customary system of weights and measures
as well as the metric equivalents. If you need help calculating these figures,
please consult the conversion charts below.

The table below shows various data including both the resistance of the
various wire gauges and the resistance (Ω) per unit length. The diameter
information in the table applies to solid wires. Stranded wires are calculated
by determining the equivalent cross sectional copper area. The table below
assumes DC, or AC frequencies equal to or less than 60 Hz, and does not take
skin effect into account.

PREMISES FIBER

Metric Measurement
Conversions

Into Metric

Length

If You Know

Multiply By

To Get

milli-inch (mil)

25.40

microns (µm)

inches (in)

25.40

millimeters (mm)

inches (in)

2.54

Diameter

Copper Resistance*

OSP FIBER

centimeters (cm)

AWG

in

mm

(Ω/km)

0.4600

11.684

0.1608

0.04901

0.4096

10.404

0.2028

0.06180

feet (ft)

30.48

centimeters (cm)

0000 (4/0)

yards (yd)

0.91

meters (m)

000 (3/0)

(Ω/kft)

miles (mi)

1.61

kilometers (km)

00 (2/0)

0.3648

9.266

0.2557

0.07793

sq. inches (in²)

6.45

sq. centimeters (cm²)

0 (1/0)

0.3249

8.252

0.3224

0.09827

OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

sq. feet (ft²)

0.09

sq. meters (m²)

1

0.2893

7.348

0.4066

0.1239

sq. yards (yd²)

0.84

sq. meters (m²)

2

0.2576

6.544

0.5127

0.1563

sq. miles (mi²)

2.59

sq. kilometers (km²)

3

0.2294

5.827

0.6465

0.1970

acres

0.40

hectares (ha)

4

0.2043

5.189

0.8152

0.2485

ounces (oz)

28.35

grams (g)

5

0.1819

4.621

1.028

0.3133

pounds (lb)

0.45

kilograms (kg)

6

0.1620

4.115

1.296

0.3951

short tons

0.91

tons (t)

Temperature

Fahrenheit (°F)

Subtract 32, then
multiply by 0.56

Celsius (°C)

Mass per
Length

pounds per 1,000 feet
(lbs/kft)

1.49

kilograms per
kilometers (kg/km)

pounds force (lbf)

4.45

newtons (N)

foot–pounds (ft–lb)

1.36

newtons–meters
(N–m)

Area

Mass
(Weight)

Force

pounds force per
inches (lbf/in)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

pounds per sq. inches
(PSI)

1.75
6.89

9

0.1144

2.906

2.599

0.7921

10

0.1019

2.588

3.277

0.9989

11

0.0907

2.305

4.132

1.260

12

0.0808

2.053

5.211

1.588

13

0.0720

1.828

6.571

2.003

14

0.0641

1.628

8.286

2.525

0.0571

1.450

10.45

3.184

kiloPascals (kPa)

1.291

13.17

4.016

17

0.0453

1.150

16.61

5.064

18

0.0403

1.024

20.95

6.385

19

0.0359

0.912

26.42

8.051

20

0.0320

0.812

33.31

10.15

BELL OSP COPPER

If You Know

Multiply By

To Get

microns (µm)

0.04

milli-inch (mil)

21

0.0285

0.723

42.00

12.80

millimeters (mm)

0.04

inches (in)

22

0.0253

0.644

52.96

16.14

centimeters (cm)

0.39

inches (in)

23

0.0226

0.573

66.79

20.36

meters (m)

3.28

feet (ft)

24

0.0201

0.511

84.22

25.67

meters (m)

1.09

yards (yd)

25

0.0179

0.455

106.2

32.37

kilometers (km)

3,280.84

feet (ft)

26

0.0159

0.405

133.9

40.81

kilometers (km)

0.62

miles (mi)

27

0.0142

0.361

168.9

51.47

28

0.0126

0.321

212.9

64.90

OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER

0.16

sq. inches (in²)
sq. yards (yd²)

sq. kilometers (km²)

0.39

sq. miles (mi²)

hectares (ha)

2.47

acres

grams (g)

0.04

ounces (oz)

kilograms (kg)

2.20

pounds (lb)

tons (t)

1.10

short tons

Temperature

Celsius (°C)

Multiply by 1.80,
then add 32

Fahrenheit (°F)

Weight per
Unit Length

kilograms per
kilometers (kg/km)

0.67

pounds per 1,000 feet
(lbs/kft)

TECHNICAL INFO

J-2

0.4982
0.6282

0.0508

1.20

Force

1.634
2.061

15

sq. meters (m²)

Weight

3.665
3.264

16

sq. centimeters (cm²)

Area

0.1443
0.1285

newtons per
centimeters (N/cm)

Out of Metric

Length

7
8

newtons (N)

0.22

pounds force (lbf)

newtons–meters
(N–m)

0.74

foot–pounds (ft–lb)

newtons per
centimeters (N/cm)

0.57

pounds force per
inches (lbf/in)

kiloPascals (kPa)

0.15

pounds per sq. inches
(PSI)

*Figure for solid copper wire at 68°F, computed based on 100% IACS conductivity of 58.0 MS/m.

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Standard SMF offered by Superior Essex is an excellent choice for patch
cords, local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and metropolitan
area networks (MAN). This fiber has operating wavelengths centered at
1310 nm and 1550 nm. Refer to the table on page J-4 for performance information.
Reduced Water Peak (RWP) SMF, which has been designed to have low
attenuation at 1383 nm, is becoming the most commonly recommended optical
fiber for all types of network applications. Standard optical fiber displays
an attenuation increase at or about 1383 nm. This wavelength is known as
the water peak region and is where light is strongly absorbed by naturally
occurring water-like end groups in the glass, causing high attenuation or
signal loss. Specifically, hydroxyl end groups, which make up half of a water
molecule, are always present at some level within the glass core and cause
increased attenuation over this wavelength region. Superior Essex RWP SMF
reduces this effect and allows all the wavelengths between 1300 nm and
1550 nm to be usable. This optical fiber is therefore, not only an excellent
choice for traditional applications, but also for more advanced systems such
as coarse wavelength division multiplexing (CWDM) and dense wavelength
division multiplexing (DWDM) technologies. RWP SMF is the standard single
mode optical fiber for all Superior Essex premises cables. Refer to the table
on page J-4 for performance information.
Zero Water Peak SMF offers further reductions to the attenuation at 1383 nm.
Attenuation improvement at 1383 nm is usually 0.03 to 0.04 dB per km. Refer to
the table on page J-4 for performance information.
Non-Zero Dispersion Shifted (NZDS) fiber is used for very high data rates over
very long distances (> 30 km). Because of core/cladding modifications, this
fiber is more expensive than standard SMF. The advantage of NZDS is that
it allows for longer distances between repeaters and therefore lowers the
overall system cost for long distance networks. Refer to the table on page J-4
for performance information.
TeraFlex® bend resistant optical fiber is a SMF that complies with ITU-T
G.652.D and G.657.A. The bend sensitivity of this optical fiber has been
improved so that it can be coiled into a 20 mm diameter loop with ≤ 0.5 dB
incurred loss at 1625 nm and ≤ 0.2 dB incurred loss at 1550 nm – five times
better bending performance than leading RWP optical fibers. TeraFlex offers
excellent Polarized Mode Dispersion (PMD) of ≤ 0.1 ps/√km per individual
fiber. TeraFlex is an ideal choice for FTTP applications where small enclosures
are normal and space is at a premium.

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Typically, a light emitting diode (LED), operating at a nominal wavelength of
850 nm, is used as the light source for MMF cable applications. The use of LEDbased transceivers, MMF cables and inexpensive MMF connector systems
have provided network designers with a relatively low-cost, high-bandwidth
technology for campus-like networks. Recent technology breakthroughs
in optical fiber transceiver technology have led to a new light source that
extends the distance and increases the signal carrying capacity of MMF. This
next-generation light source uses a vertical cavity surface emitting laser, or
VCSEL (pronounced “vicsel”).
The use of VCSEL transceivers, when compared to traditional LED-based
transmission systems, allows for greater distances for traditional applications
such as 100 Mbps and for higher bandwidth applications such as 1 GB and
10 GB Ethernet. The VCSEL source transmits light through the center region
of the optical fiber core. This has created the requirement for laser-optimized
MMF. One of the most popular emerging applications for VCSEL-based LAN
application is 10 GB Ethernet. By using laser-optimized optical fibers, network
engineers can improve transmission performance over greater distances.
TeraGain® optical fibers are available in 62.5/125 µm and 50/125 µm fiber
types. These optical fibers have been designed to provide greater data rate
and distance support compared to other manufacturers’ optical fiber cables.
In particular, the bandwidths of TeraGain optical fibers are greater than the
standard MMF offered by other manufacturers and exceed the requirements
specified in TIA 568. TeraGain optical fibers can be used with either LED or
laser (VCSEL) transmission equipment. Refer to the table on page J-5 for specific
performance information.
TeraGain 10G 50/125 multimode fibers are specifically optimized for 850 nm
lasers (or VCSELs) that are the heart of the new 10 GB Ethernet systems
specified in TIA 568. These optical fibers exceed industry specifications for
both bandwidth and for differential modal dispersion. TeraGain 10G optical
fibers support 10 GB Ethernet applications in three ranges: 150, 300 and 550
meters. These ranges allow engineers to cost effectively design the right
optical fiber for their application requirements. Superior Essex offers TeraGain
10G/150 as its standard 50 µm MMF in all its premises optical fiber cables.
Refer to the table on page J-5 for specific performance information.
Like the TeraGain 10G 50/125 multimode fibers, TeraFlex 10G multimode fibers
are specifically optimized for 850 nm lasers (or VCSELs) but with the added
benefit of Macrobend Resistance. These optical fibers exceed industry
specifications for not only bandwidth and differential modal dispersion, but for
minimum bend radii allowing use where tight bend radii are encountered. This
is especially important for applications, like 40 GB and 100 GB Ethernet, where
channel margins are tight. TeraFlex 10G optical fibers support 10 GB Ethernet
applications in three ranges: 150 (OM2+), 300 (OM3) and 550 (OM4) meters.
Refer to the table on page J-5 for specific performance information.

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-3

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Superior Essex offers many types of single mode optical fibers for
communications applications. Based on the application, Superior Essex can
recommend the following SMF types.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

The core, or light-carrying region of the fiber, is approximately 8.3 µm in
diameter. This narrows the transmission pathway allowing for only a single
path, or mode, for each pulse of light traveling down the core of the fiber. The
light transmission technology is laser-based for all single mode communications
applications. By combining the extremely high bandwidth properties of SMF
with high precision laser-based transceivers, equipment and network systems
designers can create networks capable of sending simultaneous voice and data
transmission well beyond 10 Gbps over many miles.

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Multimode fiber (MMF) is identified by the physical size of the core as
measured in microns (µm) and the applications for which it is typically used.
MMF, the most common types having 62.5/125 µm and 50/125 µm core/cladding
dimensions, are used for data communications links with the local area
network (LAN). The term “multimode” refers to the way the light travels down
the optical fiber. For each pulse of light launched into the optical fiber by light
source (transceiver), the light signal energy travels within the optical fiber
core along multiple paths, or modes. These modes travel at different speeds,
resulting in the pulse of light spreading out. This effect limits the bandwidth
and distances that can be supported by MMF. For this reason, MMF is used
in short distance LAN applications usually less than 2 km (6,560 ft) between
connections. Typical network applications include building-to-building and
communications closet-to-closet backbones, intelligent highway systems and
fiber-to-the-desk. MMF is the choice for these short distance applications
cables because of the large core size, which allows for inexpensive
connectivity, greater durability and the use of low-cost light sources.

BELL OSP COPPER

Single mode fiber (SMF) is used primarily for intermediate and long distance
Outside Plant (OSP) applications that have distances between connections of
up to 80 km (50 mi). It is the exceptional information carrying capacity and lowloss properties of this fiber that make it ideal for these demanding applications.

OSP COPPER WIRE

Multimode Optical Fiber

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Single Mode Optical Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

Optical Fiber Types

PREMISES COPPER

Optical Fiber Selection Chart
Single Mode

PREMISES FIBER

Parameter

Performance Property
Test Method/Standard

Units

Conditions

OSP FIBER

-

1310 nm
1550 nm

ANSI/TIA/EIA-455-113-96

ps/√km

-

0.2

0.2

0.2

0.2

0.2

ANSI/TIA-455-80-C-2003

nm

-

1260

1260

1260

1260

1260

-

1300 – 1324

1300 – 1324

1300 – 1324

1300 – 1324

N/A

-

0.087

0.087

0.087

0.087

0.047

100
0.69
8.8 to 9.6
9.5 to 11.5

100
0.69
8.8 to 9.6
9.9 to 10.9

100
0.69
8.8 to 9.6
9.9 to 10.9

100
0.69
8.8 to 9.6
9.9 to 10.9

100
0.69
N/A
7.8 to 10.0

0.05

0.05

0.05

0.01

0.05

125.0 ± 1.2
250 ± 10

125.0 ± 0.9
250 ± 10

125.0 ± 0.9
250 ± 10

125.0 ± 0.7
250 ± 10

125.0 ± 0.7
250 ± 10

ANSI/TIA-455-78-B-2002

dB/km

1490 nm
1550 nm
1625 nm

OSP COMPOSITE

1310 nm
Typical Attenuation

ANSI/TIA-455-78-B-2002

dB/km

1383 nm
1550 nm

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Nominal Group
Refractive Index
Maximum Individual
Fiber Polarization
Mode Dispersion
Cable Cutoff Wavelength
Zero Chromatic
Dispersion Wavelength
Typical Chromatic
Dispersion Slope

8

-

1383 nm

ANSI/TIA-455-175-B-2003
ANSI/TIA-455-175-B-2003

nm
2

ps/nm km
kpsi
GPa

Tight Buffer
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
Loose Tube

NZDS

K

0.70
0.40
0.70
0.25
0.70
0.30
0.70
0.25
N/A
0.34
N/A
N/A
0.19
1.467
1.468

1310 nm

Maximum Attenuation

Fiber
Reduced
Zero
Description Conventional Water Peak Water Peak
Fiber Type
9
3
2
Designator
Cable Type

TeraFlex®
Bend
Resistant

0.70
0.35
0.70
0.35
0.70
0.25
0.70
0.25
0.70
0.25
0.41
0.34
0.41
0.33
0.41
0.19
1.467
1.468

0.70
0.35
0.70
0.35
0.70
0.25
0.70
0.25
0.70
0.25
0.41
0.34
0.41
0.31
0.41
0.19
1.467
1.468

0.70
0.35
0.70
0.35
0.70
0.25
0.70
0.25
0.70
0.25
0.41
0.34
0.41
0.31
0.41
0.19
1.467
1.468

0.70
0.30
0.70
0.30
0.70
0.25
0.41
0.25
1.467
1.468

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

Proof Strength

TIA/EIA-455-31

Mode Field Diameter

ANSI/TIA-455-191-B-2003

µm

Maximum Macrobend
Attenuation Increase

ANSI/TIA-455-62-B-2003

dB

ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003
ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003

µm
micron

On-line
On-line
1310 nm
1550 nm
100 turns on
50 mm mandrel
at 1310 nm
-

ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003

µm

-

0.6

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.5

ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003

%

-

1

1

1

1

0.7

ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003

µm

-

12

12

12

12

12

Protocol

Units

Conditions

km

1310 nm

Cladding Diameter
Coating Diameter
Maximum Core/Clad
Concentricity Error
Maximum Cladding
Non-circularity
Maximum Coating/Cladding
Concentricity Error

Guaranteed
Supportable
Ethernet Distances

OSP COPPER WIRE

1 Gbps

10 Gbps

1000BASE-LH,
1000BASE-LH-LX
1000BASE-ZX
10GBASE-LR
10GBASE-ER
10GBASE-ZR

km
km
km
km

1550 nm
1310 nm
1550 nm
1550 nm

Tight Buffer
and
Loose Tube

Cable Type
Tight Buffer
and
Loose Tube

Maximum Transmission Distances (km)
10

10

10

10

10

70
25
40
80

70
25
40
80

70
25
40
80

70
25
40
80

70
25
40
80

11801: OS1

11801: OS1

11801: OS1

11801: OS1

-

11801: OS1

24702: OS2

24702: OS2

24702: OS2

G.655.C, E
G.656
N/A
-

Standards

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

ISO/IEC
Tight Buffer
ISO/IEC
Loose Tube
Telcordia

TECHNICAL INFO

J-4

GR-20-CORE

ITU-T

G.652.B

G.652.D

G.652.D

TIA492
IEC 60793-2-50
Type
ANSI/ICEA
Tight Buffer
ANSI/ICEA
Loose Tube

CAAA

CAAB

CAAB

G.652.D
G.657.A
CAAB

B1.1

B1.3

B1.3

B1.3

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

S-83-596
S-87-640

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Cladding
Diameter
Coating Diameter
Core/Clad
Concentricity
Error
Cladding
Non-Circularity
Coating/Clad
Concentricity
Error
Min. Bandwidth:
Overfilled Launch
Min. Bandwidth:
Laser Effective
Modal Bandwidth

Guaranteed
Supportable
Ethernet
Distances
10 Mbps
100 Mbps
1 Gbps
10 Gbps

N

P

TIA/EIA-455-78

dB/km

1300 nm

TIA/EIA-455-78

dB/km

850 nm

TIA/EIA-455-78

dB/km

1300 nm

TIA/EIA-455-31

-

-

-

850 nm
1300 nm
100 turns
on 75 mm
Mandrel
On-line
On-line

dB
kpsi
GPa

ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003 micron

-

ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003 micron

-

ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003 microns

-

ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003

%

ANSI/TIA-455-176-A-2003 microns
TIA/EIA-455-124-2000

MHz-km

TIA-455-220-A

MHz-km

Protocol
IEEE 10BASE-FL
IEEE 100BASE-SX
IEEE 100BASE-FX
IEEE 1000BASE-SX
IEEE 1000BASE-LX
IEEE 10GBASE-SR
IEEE 10GBASE-LRM

Tight Buffer
and
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
and
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
Loose Tube
Tight Buffer
Loose Tube

3.5

3.5

3.5

3.5

3.5

3.5

3.5

3.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

3.0
2.7
1.0
0.6

3.0
2.2
1.0
0.5

3.0
2.2
1.0
0.5

3.0
2.2
1.0
0.5

3.0
2.2
1.0
0.5

3.0
2.2
1.0
0.5

3.0
2.2
1.0
0.5

3.0
2.2
1.0
0.5

0.275 ± 0.015 0.200 ± 0.015

0.200 ± 0.015

1.483
1.479

1.483
1.479

1.483
1.479

1.483
1.479

1.483
1.479

1.483
1.479

1.483
1.479

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.5

0.5

100
0.69

100
0.69

100
0.69

100
0.69

100
0.69

100
0.69

100
0.69

100
0.69

125 ± 2

125 ± 2

125 ± 2

125 ± 2

125 ± 2

125 ± 2

125 ± 2

125 ± 2

250 ± 10

250 ± 10

250 ± 10

250 ± 10

250 ± 10

250 ± 10

250 ± 10

250 ± 10

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.5

-

1.5%

1.5%

1.5%

1.5%

1.5%

1.5%

1.5%

1.5%

-

12 µm

12 µm

12 µm

12 µm

12 µm

12 µm

12 µm

12 µm

850 nm
1300 nm
850 nm

220
600
N/A

500
500
N/A

700
500
950

1,500
500
2,000

3,500
500
4,700

700
500
950

1,500
500
2,000

3,500
500
4,700

1300 nm

N/A

N/A

500

500

500

500

500

500

1,250
500
2,000
300
600*
35
300

1,250
750
2,000
750
600*
82
300

1,250
1,000
2,000
1,000
600
150
300

OM1

OM2

OM2

AAAA-A

AAAB

AAAB

A1b

A1a.1

A1a.1

Tight Buffer
and
Loose Tube

Units Conditions Cable Type
meters
meters
meters
meters
meters
meters
meters

0.200 ± 0.015

1.496
1.491

850 nm
850 nm
1300 nm
850 nm
1300 nm
850 nm
1300 nm

Tight Buffer
and
Loose Tube

Maximum Transmission Distances (meters)
1,250
1,000
2,000
1,000
600
300
300

1,250
1,000
2,000
1,040
600
550
300

1,250
1,000
2,000
1,000
600
150
300

1,250
1,000
2,000
1,000
600
300
300

1,250
1,000
2,000
1,040
600
550
300

OM3
OM4
GR-20-CORE
G.651
AAAC-A
AAAD

OM2

OM3

OM4

AAAB

AAAC-A

AAAD

A1a.1

A1a.2

A1a.3

*Mode conditioning patch cord required

Standards
ISO/IEC 11801
Telcordia
ITU-T
TIA492
IEC 60793-2-10
Type
ANSI/ICEA
Tight Buffer
ANSI/ICEA
Loose Tube

Rev 7/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

A1a.2

A1a.3

S-83-596
S-87-640

J-5

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER

M

OSP FIBER

F

OSP COMPOSITE

B

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

850 nm

Numerical
ANSI/TIA-455-177-B-2003
Aperture
Nominal Group
OTDR
Refractive Index
Macrobend
Attenuation
ANSI/TIA-455-62-B-2003
Change
Proof Strength

A

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

dB/km

Maximum
Attenuation

Typical
Attenuation

5

Performance Property
Test Method/
Units Conditions Cable Type
Standard
TIA/EIA-455-78

TeraGain
50/125
10G/150 10G/300 10G/550 10G/150 10G/300 10G/550

BELL OSP COPPER

Parameter

TeraFlex® Bend Resistant
Laser Optimized 50/125

OSP COPPER WIRE

Fiber
TeraGain®
Description 62.5/125
Fiber Type
6
Designator

TeraGain
Laser Optimized 50/125

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Multimode

TECHNICAL INFO

Optical Fiber Selection Chart

PREMISES COPPER

Optical Fiber Cable

Canadian Central Office
Copper Cable

ANSI/TIA/EIA-598-B Standard Colors

Insulation Color Codes

Fiber Number
PREMISES FIBER

The distinctive Canadian insulation color-coding utilizes colored ink in a
systematic pattern of dots/dashes/bands. These marks provide positive
identification of each conductor and each pair within a unit. Cable cores may
contain both pairs and single conductors. And, some cables may contain
“spare” pairs. Each insulated conductor shall be marked with 1 or 2 dots/
dashes/bands in accordance with the table below.

Fiber Color

fiber 1

Blue

fiber 2

Orange

fiber 3

Green

fiber 4

Brown

OSP FIBER

fiber 5

Slate

fiber 6

White

fiber 7

Red

fiber 8

Black

Pair Number

Conductor #1
Single Band
Solid Color
Color

Conductor #2
Double Band
Solid Color
Color

OSP COMPOSITE

fiber 9

Yellow

1

Blue

White

Blue

White

fiber 10

Violet

2

Orange

White

Orange

White

fiber 11

Rose

3

Green

White

Green

White

fiber 12

Aqua

4

Brown

White

Brown

White

fiber 13 and higher

The color code is repeated, Black stripe or dash is added,
according to the ANSI/TIA/EIA-598-B specifications

5

Slate

White

Slate

White

6

Blue

Red

Blue

Red

7

Orange

Red

Orange

Red

Standard Jacket Colors

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

8

Green

Red

Green

Red

9

Brown

Red

Brown

Red

Cable Type

Standard Jacket Color

10

Slate

Red

Slate

Red

Single Mode Premises

Yellow

11

Blue

Black

Blue

Black
Black

Standard Multimode Premises

Orange

12

Orange

Black

Orange

Laser-Optimized 50 µm Premises

Aqua

13

Green

Black

Green

Black

Indoor/Outdoor

Black

14

Brown

Black

Brown

Black

Hybrid Standard Multimode Premises

Orange

15

Slate

Black

Slate

Black

Hybrid Laser-Optimized 50 µm Premises

Aqua

16

Blue

Yellow

Blue

Yellow

Outside Plant (OSP)

Black*

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Custom jacket colors also available
*One extruded color stripe is available. Standard stripe colors are Orange, Green, Yellow and Blue
(other colors available upon request).

OSP Flooding Compound and Jacket Marking Options
Flooding Compound
Standard

BELL OSP COPPER

Options

Jacket
Part No. Designator
Marking (Last Digit in Part No.)

OSP COPPER WIRE

Dry (SAP) Block

feet

1

Dry (SAP) Block

meters

2

Flooding Compound

feet

3

Flooding Compound

meters

4

Special Print Dry (SAP) Block

feet

5

Special Print Dry (SAP) Block

meters

6

Special Print Flooding Compound

feet

7

Special Print Flooding Compound

meters

8

OSP Central Members/Strength Members Options
Central Member/Strength Member
Standard

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Options

17

Orange

Yellow

Orange

Yellow

18

Green

Yellow

Green

Yellow

19

Brown

Yellow

Brown

Yellow

20

Slate

Yellow

Slate

Yellow

21

Blue

Violet

Blue

Violet

22

Orange

Violet

Orange

Violet

23

Green

Violet

Green

Violet

24

Brown

Violet

Brown

Violet

25

Slate

Violet

Slate

Violet

Spare Pair Insulation Color Codes
Spare Pair
Number

Conductor #1
Single Band
Solid Color
Color

Conductor #2
Double Band
Solid Color
Color

1

White

Black

White

Black

2

White

Yellow

White

Yellow

3

Red

White

Red

White

4

Red

Yellow

Red

Yellow

5

Red

Black

Red

Black

Dielectric / Dielectric
Standard loose tube cables are available
with a steel center member
Single tube cables are available with steel strength
members embedded in the outer jacket

Spare Single Insulation Color Codes
Spare Single Number

Single Conductor
Solid Color
Triple Band Color

1

White

Black

•	 Special protection jacket

2

White

Yellow

3

Red

White

•	 Rodent and fuel protection

4

Red

Yellow

Additional OSP Options

•	 Nylon outer jacket

TECHNICAL INFO

Contact your Superior Essex sales representative for further information.

J-6

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Groups of Pairs Binder Identification Colors

For pairs numbering 1 through 25, the pair identification colors are outlined
below. In cable constructions containing more than 25-pair, the colors are
repeated as necessary. Color coded binders are used to identify 25-pair
groups of color coded pairs.

For cables through 600-pair, 25-pair groups are identified by their binder colors
in the same sequence as the pair identification is accomplished. Group 1 has
White-Blue binders, Group 2 has White-Orange binders, etc. In this manner,
each pair is uniquely identified. In cables having 25-pair or less, binders are
normally not used. However, if specified, the binders will be Group 1, WhiteBlue. For cables of 100-pair or less, the use of the White binder is optional.

Pair Number

Tip Color

1

White

Blue

2

White

Orange

Group Number

Group Pair Counts
1-25

White

Blue

26-50

White

Orange

5

White

Slate

3

51-75

White

Green

6

Red

Blue

4

76-100

White

Brown

7

Red

Orange

5

100-125

White

Slate

Green

6

126-150

Red

Blue

7

151-175

Red

Orange

8

Red

9

Red

Brown

10

Red

Slate

8

176-200

Red

Green

9

201-225

Red

Brown
Slate

11

Black

Blue

12

Black

Orange

10

226-250

Red

13

Black

Green

11

251-275

Black

Blue

14

Black

Brown

12

276-300

Black

Orange

15

Black

Slate

13

301-325

Black

Green

326-350

Black

Brown
Slate

16

Yellow

Blue

14

17

Yellow

Orange

15

351-375

Black

376-400

Yellow

Blue

401-425

Yellow

Orange

18

Yellow

Green

16

19

Yellow

Brown

17

20

Yellow

Slate

18

426-450

Yellow

Green

21

Violet

Blue

19

451-475

Yellow

Brown

22

Violet

Orange

20

476-500

Yellow

Slate

Green

21

501-525

Violet

Blue

22

526-550

Violet

Orange

23

Violet

24

Violet

Brown

25

Violet

Slate

23

551-575

Violet

Green

24

576-600

Violet

Brown

Super-units Binder Identification Colors
It is desirable for manufacturing purposes to combine four 25-pair groups into
“super units” when cables have 900-pair or more.
Pair Number

Group Number

Binder Color

1-600

1-24

White

601-1,200*

25-48

Red

1,201-1,800*

49-72

Black

1,801-2,400*

73-96

Yellow

2,401-3,000*

97-120

Violet

3,001-3,600*

121-144

Blue

3,601-4,200*

145-168

Orange

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

*The above information is based on the Full Count binder color coding used in RDUP copper cable
designs having 1,200-pair or more.

Bell Mirror Image binder color coding information and core lay-up
diagrams are available online:

www.SuperiorEssex.com/techtip.aspx

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

OSP COMPOSITE

2

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Brown

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Green

White

BELL OSP COPPER

White

4

OSP COPPER WIRE

3

OSP FIBER

Binder Colors

1

J-7

TECHNICAL INFO

Ring Color

PREMISES COPPER

Pair Identification Colors

PREMISES FIBER

OSP Copper Cable

PREMISES COPPER

Copper Wire and Cable
NEC Fire Resistance Ratings

PREMISES FIBER

Article 800 of the National Electrical Code (NEC), also known as NFPA 70, covers requirements for low-voltage communications cables. The NEC requires that
cables used in premises, both commercial and residential, be “listed for the purpose” by a Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL, pronounced “nurtle”).
Other countries have similar requirements. UL (Underwriters Laboratories Inc.) is the most recognized listing agency in the US. UL 444 is the overall specification
used to identify the requirements for listed communications cables.
Many of the fire resistance test procedures called out in UL 444 are written by UL. However, other laboratories, such as ITS (Intertek Testing Services) and CSA
(Canadian Standards Association), can also provide listing compliance to the NEC.

OSP FIBER

Five levels of fire resistance are specified. These are outlined below, from most stringent to least. The ratings are hierarchical, i.e., from a fire resistance
standpoint, a higher rating can be substituted for any lower rating, but not vice versa.
NEC
Designation

CSA
Equivalent

Common Term

Test

Comments

OSP COMPOSITE

•	 Cable must have resistance to flame spread and reduced smoke generating properties
•	 Cable is approved for placement in air handling ducts and chambers (plenums) without
the use of fireproof conduit
•	 Purpose of the rating is to lessen the transmission of fire and visible smoke to unaffected parts
of the building
•	 Toxic or corrosive elements of the smoke are not measured
•	 Equivalent to Canadian FT6 rating

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

CMP

FT6

Communications
Plenum

NFPA 262

CMR

N/A

Communications
Riser

UL 1666

CMG

FT4

Communications
General Use

CSA C22.2
No. 0.3-M
(Vertical Tray)

•	 Cable may not transmit flame for more than 4 feet, 11 inches
•	 Cable shall not penetrate floors or ceilings (i.e. cable may only be used within a single floor)
•	 Designation was added as a part of the harmonization efforts between U.S. and Canadian standards

CM

N/A

Communications
General Purpose

UL 1581
(Vertical Tray)

•	 Cable may not transmit flame for more than 4 feet, 11 inches
•	 Cable shall not penetrate floors or ceilings (i.e. cable may only be used within a single floor)

CMX

FT1

Communications
Limited Purpose

UL 1581 VW-1
(Vertical Wire)

•	 Cable meets the least stringent flame spread requirements of all ratings
•	 For residential use, but can only be installed in one and two-family (duplex) housing units
•	 Often rated with optional UL requirements for outdoor use*

•	 Cable must not transmit flame from one floor to another when placed vertically in a building shaft (riser)
•	 Equivalent to Canadian FT4 rating

*These “outdoor” requirements are limited to some cold temperature properties and UV resistance. They do not qualify a cable to be substituted for an Outside Plant (OSP) cable. For example, they have
no protection against the intrusion of water, which can destroy a cable’s transmission properties and physically degrade a cable as well. The purpose of the “outdoor” rating is to ensure the cable can
withstand outdoor exposure in the short run between the Network Interface Unit and the point of entry into the interior of the home.

Balanced Twisted Pair Transmission Categories

BELL OSP COPPER

In response to growing demand for data applications, premises cable performance has evolved such that several categories of transmission performance
for balanced twisted pair cables have been developed. These categories are detailed below. The categories are hierarchical, i.e., a higher category can be
substituted for any lower category, but not vice versa.

Category

Maximum
Bandwidth

Common Applications

Specifications

Comments

OSP COPPER WIRE

CAT 6A

500 MHz

10GBASE-T
(IEEE 802.3an)

CAT 6

250 MHz

1000BASE-T

•	 Doubles the bandwidth of CAT 5e and vastly improves signal-to-noise margins

CAT 5e

100 MHz

1000BASE-T

•	 Characterized by tightly twisted pairs to reduce crosstalk loss
•	 Proposed FCC minimum category requirement effective 2020

100 MHz

100BASE-T
100 Mbps TPDDI
622 Mbps ATM

16 MHz

10BASE-T
Analog Voice
Telecom Closet Wiring

CAT 5

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

CAT 3

TECHNICAL INFO

J-8

•	 Designed for reduced alien crosstalk

ANSI/TIA-568-C.2
ANSI/ICEA S-90-661

•	 No longer recognized as an appropriate medium for commercial networking
installations (replaced by CAT 5e or higher)
•	 Minimum allowed by the FCC for horizontal cable in commercial
and residential voice and data applications
•	 Market trend is to abandon CAT 3 in favor of installing CAT 5e or higher
for both data and voice

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

1.50 (38.1)

2.00 (50.8)

2.50 (63.5)

3.00 (76.2)

3.50 (88.9)

4.00 (101.6)

5.00 (127.0)

0.62 (15.7)

0.82 (20.8)

1.05 (26.7)

1.38 (35.1)

1.61 (40.9)

2.07 (52.6)

2.56 (65.0)

3.07 (78.0)

3.55 (90.2)

4.03 (102.4)

5.05 (128.3)

0.84 (21.3)

1.05 (26.7)

1.32 (33.5)

1.70 (43.2)

1.90 (48.3)

2.38 (60.5)

2.88 (73.2)

3.50 (88.9)

4.00 (101.6)

4.50 (114.3)

5.56 (141.2)

0.30 (1.94)

0.53 (3.42)

0.86 (5.55)

1.50 (9.68)

2.04 (13.16) 3.36 (21.68) 4.79 (30.90) 7.39 (47.68) 9.89 (63.81) 12.73 (82.13) 20.01 (129.10)

0.12 (0.77)

0.21 (1.35)

0.35 (2.26)

0.60 (3.87)

0.81 (5.23)

1.35 (8.71)

1.92 (12.39) 2.96 (19.10) 3.95 (25.48)

5.09 (32.84)

8.00 (51.61)

Number of Cables at 40% Conduit Fill

0.008 (0.05)

15

27

44

76

103

171

243

375

500

644

1013

0.13 (3.3)

0.012 (0.08)

10

17

28

49

66

109

156

240

320

412

648

0.15 (3.8)

0.018 (0.12)

7

12

20

34

46

76

108

167

222

286

450

0.18 (4.6)

0.026 (0.17)

5

8

14

23

32

53

75

116

154

199

313

0.20 (5.1)

0.032 (0.21)

4

7

11

19

26

43

61

94

125

161

253

0.21 (5.3)

0.035 (0.23)

3

6

10

17

23

39

55

85

113

146

230

0.22 (5.6)

0.038 (0.25)

3

5

9

16

21

35

50

77

103

133

209

0.23 (5.8)

0.042 (0.27)

3

5

8

14

19

32

46

71

95

122

191

0.24 (6.1)

0.046 (0.30)

3

5

8

13

18

30

42

65

87

112

176

0.25 (6.4)

0.049 (0.32)

2

4

7

12

16

27

39

60

80

103

162

0.26 (6.6)

0.053 (0.34)

2

4

7

11

15

25

36

55

74

95

150

0.27 (6.9)

0.058 (0.37)

2

4

6

10

14

23

33

51

69

88

139

0.28 (7.1)

0.062 (0.40)

2

3

6

10

13

22

31

48

64

82

129

0.29 (7.4)

0.066 (0.43)

2

3

5

9

12

20

29

45

59

77

120

0.30 (7.6)

0.071 (0.46)

2

3

5

8

11

19

27

42

56

72

113

0.31 (7.9)

0.076 (0.49)

2

3

5

8

11

18

25

39

52

67

105

0.32 (8.1)

0.081 (0.52)

1

3

4

7

10

17

24

37

49

63

99

0.33 (8.4)

0.086 (0.55)

1

2

4

7

9

16

22

34

46

59

93

0.34 (8.6)

0.091 (0.59)

1

2

4

7

9

15

21

32

43

56

88

0.35 (8.9)

0.097 (0.63)

1

2

4

6

8

14

20

31

41

53

83

0.40 (10.2)

0.126 (0.81)

1

2

3

5

6

11

15

23

31

40

63

0.45 (11.4)

0.160 (1.03)

1

1

2

4

5

8

12

19

25

32

50

0.50 (12.7)

0.198 (1.28)

1

1

2

3

4

7

10

15

20

26

41

0.55 (14.0)

0.239 (1.54)

1

1

1

3

3

6

8

12

17

21

33

0.60 (15.2)

0.284 (1.83)

0

1

1

2

3

5

7

10

14

18

28

0.65 (16.5)

0.334 (2.15)

0

1

1

2

2

4

6

9

12

15

24

0.70 (17.8)

0.387 (2.50)

0

1

1

2

2

3

5

8

10

13

21

0.75 (19.0)

0.444 (2.86)

0

0

1

1

2

3

4

7

9

11

18

0.80 (20.3)

0.506 (3.26)

0

0

1

1

2

3

4

6

8

10

16

0.85 (21.6)

0.571 (3.68)

0

0

1

1

1

2

3

5

7

9

14

0.90 (22.9)

0.640 (4.13)

0

0

1

1

1

2

3

5

6

8

13

0.95 (24.1)

0.713 (4.60)

0

0

0

1

1

2

3

4

6

7

11

1.00 (25.4)

0.790 (5.10)

0

0

0

1

1

2

2

4

5

6

10

Rev 11/10 Ed 10.2

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-9

PREMISES COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

0.10 (2.5)

PREMISES FIBER

1.25 (31.8)

OSP FIBER

1.00 (25.4)

OSP COMPOSITE

0.75 (19.1)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

0.50 (12.7)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Conduit Trade Size
in (mm)
Conduit Inner Diameter
in (mm)
Conduit Outer Diameter
in (mm)
Fill Area
in² (cm²)
Recommended Fill 40%
in² (cm²)
Cable Nominal
Diameter
Cable Area
in (mm)
in² (cm²)

BELL OSP COPPER

This information is intended as a guideline. Because conduit sizes may vary by manufacturer, please verify all dimensions prior to using this reference chart. All
dimensions are rounded up. This guide is based on NEC recommendations of 40% fill for 3 or more cables per conduit and on straight runs. For each 90 degree
bend, reduce available space by 15%. Lubricants are recommended (check compatibility with jacket materials).

OSP COPPER WIRE

Premises Cable Conduit Fill Quick Reference

PREMISES COPPER

Packaging
Descriptions

PREMISES FIBER

BrakeBox®
Dual Brake System
Steel Reel
Long lengths of cable are placed
onto Steel Reels. An advantage
of this reel is that it is
environmentally-friendly and
recycled for years of service.

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Wood/Plywood Reel

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Reels may be made of plywood
or wood. Superior Essex wooden
reels can be recycled an average
of five times before retirement
(see Web site for further details).

This package is dual purpose.
In this design the cable is placed
onto a plastic spool, which is placed
into a box. The brake allows for
back-tension and over-spin control.
The spool may be taken from the
box for installation or may be left
in the box where the cable pays
out through a slotted opening.

POP ™ Box
In this package, the cable is coiled
into a box. The product pays out
through a tube opening in the box.
This design does not allow for the
cable to be removed as a unit from
the box.

Reel-in-a-Box

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Spool
Wire is wound onto a spool.
The spool is placed inside a box
for protection during shipment.
Spools are smaller than wood
or steel reels.

This package is dual purpose. In
this design the cable is placed onto
a plastic spool, which is placed into
a box. The spool may be taken from
the box for installation or may be
left in the box where the cable pays
out through a slotted opening.

BELL OSP COPPER

Parallel Cone

OSP COPPER WIRE

This package is designed to fit
into the General Machine Products
(GMP) cast aluminum wire
dispensing system (GMP units
80470 or 80471). When placed onto
the GMP dispenser, the jumper
or distribution frame wire pays out
smoothly. GMP dispensers are most
common in central offices.

Knock-out Box
Cable is coiled and fastened within
a box. Knock out boxes can be
identified by a perforated “knockout” that is removed, allowing
access to the cable.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Coils

TECHNICAL INFO

Coils refer to lengths of cable
wrapped into a shape (usually a
circle) and fastened with multiple ties.
Multiple coils may be placed inside
a box for shipping or shipped on a
pallet, and then secured by stretchwrap. Coils are always fastened with
ties. Coils can be custom configured
to fit a customer’s unique cable and
wire feeding systems.

J-10

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Reel Dimension Diagram Key

OSP FIBER

PREMISES FIBER

T

PREMISES COPPER

Packaging

OSP COMPOSITE

F

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

D

F

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

D

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

T

W

F = Flange Diameter
T = Traverse (inside width between flanges)
D = Drum Diameter
W = Overall Width (includes flanges)

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-11

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Flange x Traverse x Drum
(F x T x D)

PREMISES COPPER

Packaging

Premises Fiber Reels
Premises Fiber Reel Dimensions

PREMISES FIBER

Reel Type
Flange (F) in
Traverse (T) in
Drum (D) in
Overall Width (W) in
Reel Weight lbs

Plastic

Plywood

12

12

14

16

24

30

6

9

9

15

18

18

5

5

5

8

12

12

7.125

10.125

10.375

15.75

19.375

19.375

2

2

5

17

28

2

Premises Fiber Reel Capacities
Cable Length
ft (m)

Cable Length
ft (m)

2,561 (781)

3,856 (1,175)

7,319 (2,231)

12,836 (3,912)

0.100 (2.54)

1,441 (439)

2,169 (661)

4,172 (1,272)

7,434 (2,266)

0.125 (3.18)

917 (280)

1,383 (422)

2,665 (812)

4,753 (1,449)

18,270 (5,569)

37,970 (11,573)

0.150 (3.81)

637 (194)

961 (293)

1,749 (533)

3,198 (975)

12,283 (3,744)

25,836 (7,875)

0.175 (4.45)

429 (131)

646 (197)

1,321 (403)

2,314 (705)

8,874 (2,705)

19,346 (5,897)

0.200 (5.08)

329 (100)

495 (151)

982 (299)

1,853 (565)

7,123 (2,171)

14,802 (4,512)

0.225 (5.72)

247 (75)

374 (114)

807 (246)

1,290 (393)

5,318 (1,621)

11,630 (3,545)

0.250 (6.35)

227 (69)

343 (105)

661 (202)

1,183 (361)

4,551 (1,387)

9,459 (2,883)

0.275 (6.99)

169 (51)**

255 (77)**

539 (164)**

934 (285)

3,584 (1,093)

7,623 (2,323)

0.300 (7.62)

157 (47)**

238 (72)**

434 (132)**

723 (220)

3,058 (932)

6,433 (1,961)

0.325 (8.26)

112 (34)**

170 (51)**

344 (104)**

678 (207)

2,604 (794)

5,396 (1,645)

0.350 (8.89)

105 (32)**

160 (48)**

327 (99)**

513 (156)

2,208 (673)

4,813 (1,467)

0.375 (9.53)

100 (30)**

151 (46)**

254 (77)**

485 (148)

1,861 (567)

3,987 (1,215)

0.400 (10.16)

67 (20)**

101 (30)**

242 (73)**

460 (140)

1,770 (540)

3,537 (1,078)

0.425 (10.80)

64 (19)**

96 (29)**

183 (55)**

336 (102)**

1,482 (452)

3,131 (954)

0.450 (11.43)

61 (18)**

92 (28)**

176 (53)**

320 (97)**

1,226 (374)

2,763 (842)

0.475 (12.07)

58 (17)**

88 (26)**

169 (51)**

306 (93)**

1,175 (358)

2,428 (740)

0.500 (12.70)

56 (17)**

85 (25)**

163 (49)**

293 (89)**

1,130 (344)

2,348 (716)

0.525 (13.34)

*

*

*

200 (60)**

922 (281)

2,056 (627)

0.550 (13.97)

*

*

*

193 (58)**

889 (271)

1,789 (545)

0.575 (14.61)

*

*

*

186 (56)**

710 (216)

1,737 (530)

0.600 (15.24)

*

*

*

179 (54)**

687 (209)

1,501 (458)

0.625 (15.88)

*

*

*

173 (52)**

665 (203)

1,461 (445)

0.650 (16.51)

*

*

*

168 (51)**

645 (196)**

1,251 (381)**

0.675 (17.15)

*

*

*

*

500 (152)**

1,220 (371)**

BELL OSP COPPER

0.700 (17.78)

*

*

*

*

486 (148)**

1,191 (363)**

0.725 (18.42)

*

*

*

*

473 (144)**

1,009 (307)**

0.750 (19.05)

*

*

*

*

460 (140)**

986 (300)**

0.775 (19.69)

*

*

*

*

449 (136)**

965 (294)**

0.800 (20.32)

*

*

*

*

438 (133)**

805 (245)**

0.825 (20.96)

*

*

*

*

324 (98)**

789 (240)**

0.850 (21.59)

*

*

*

*

317 (96)**

773 (235)**

0.875 (22.23)

*

*

*

*

309 (94)**

759 (231)**

0.900 (22.86)

*

*

*

*

303 (92)**

621 (189)**

0.925 (23.50)

*

*

*

*

296 (90)**

610 (185)**

0.950 (24.13)

*

*

*

*

290 (88)**

599 (182)**

0.975 (24.77)

*

*

*

*

284 (86)**

589 (179)**

1.000 (25.40)

*

*

*

*

279 (85)**

579 (176)**

OSP COMPOSITE

0.075 (1.91)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

OSP FIBER

Cable Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

28,571 (8,709)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER

*Drum diameter is less than 10 times cable diameter (minimum bend radius). **Drum diameter is less than 20 times cable diameter (recommended bend radius).
This chart pertains to round cable only, and may be further limited by the design of the cable.

TECHNICAL INFO

J-12

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

OSP Fiber Wood Reel Dimensions
30

36

48

60

72

84

18

30

32

36

36

42

96
42

12

17

23

29.5

37.5

42

48

20

32

34

39

39

45

45

59

104

184

416

596

900

1,100

OSP Fiber Wood Reel Capacities

5,015 (1,529)

11,293 (3,442)

23,685 (7,219)

3,686 (1,123)

8,411 (2,564)

17,893 (5,454)

41,668 (12,700)
32,687 (9,963)

46,454 (14,159)

0.45 (11.43)

2,879 (878)

6,640 (2,024)

14,038 (4,279)

25,425 (7,750)

35,596 (10,850)

0.50 (12.70)

2,447 (746)

5,667 (1,727)

11,578 (3,529)

20,477 (6,241)

29,187 (8,896)

0.55 (13.97)

1,864 (568)

4,397 (1,340)

9,501 (2,896)

17,252 (5,259)

23,795 (7,253)

40,579 (12,369)

0.60 (15.24)

1,564 (477)

3,726 (1,136)

7,728 (2,356)

14,487 (4,416)

20,240 (6,169)

33,839 (10,314)

45,134 (13,757)

0.65 (16.51)

1,304 (397)**

3,143 (958)

6,749 (2,057)

12,091 (3,685)

17,160 (5,230)

29,324 (8,938)

38,085 (11,608)
33,321 (10,156)

0.70 (17.78)

1,242 (378)**

2,635 (803)

5,889 (1,795)

10,003 (3,049)

14,469 (4,410)

25,357 (7,729)

0.75 (19.05)

1,028 (313)**

2,508 (764)

5,126 (1,562)

8,842 (2,695)

12,927 (3,940)

21,847 (6,659)

29,096 (8,869)

0.80 (20.32)

839 (255)**

2,089 (637)

4,445 (1,355)

7,806 (2,379)

11,549 (3,520)

18,723 (5,707)

25,327 (7,720)

0.85 (21.59)

806 (245)**

1,717 (523)

3,836 (1,169)

6,875 (2,095)

9,580 (2,920)

16,929 (5,160)

21,947 (6,689)

0.90 (22.86)

647 (197)**

1,647 (502)**

3,288 (1,002)

6,034 (1,839)

8,501 (2,591)

15,303 (4,664)

19,987 (6,092)

0.95 (24.13)

624 (190)**

1,333 (406)**

3,165 (965)

5,273 (1,607)

8,172 (2,491)

13,821 (4,213)

18,201 (5,548)

1.00 (25.40)

603 (183)**

1,284 (391)**

2,694 (821)

5,083 (1,549)

7,246 (2,208)

12,466 (3,800)

16,564 (5,049)

1.05 (26.67)

474 (144)**

1,240 (377)**

2,603 (793)

4,424 (1,348)

6,399 (1,951)

11,223 (3,421)

14,128 (4,306)

1.10 (27.94)

459 (139)**

983 (299)**

2,194 (669)

4,280 (1,305)

5,625 (1,714)

10,078 (3,072)

13,673 (4,168)

1.15 (29.21)

445 (135)**

951 (289)**

2,126 (648)

3,702 (1,128)

5,444 (1,659)

9,022 (2,750)

12,390 (3,777)

1.20 (30.48)

338 (103)**

922 (281)**

1,769 (539)**

3,591 (1,095)

4,762 (1,451)

8,048 (2,453)

11,202 (3,414)
10,100 (3,078)

1.25 (31.75)

*

895 (272)**

1,717 (523)**

3,081 (939)

4,621 (1,408)

7,818 (2,383)

1.30 (33.02)

*

688 (209)**

1,670 (509)**

2,995 (913)

4,016 (1,224)

6,948 (2,118)

9,075 (2,766)

1.35 (34.29)

*

669 (203)**

1,366 (416)**

2,542 (775)

3,905 (1,190)

6,764 (2,062)

8,835 (2,693)

1.40 (35.56)

*

651 (198)**

1,330 (405)**

2,476 (755)

3,366 (1,026)

5,984 (1,824)

7,913 (2,412)

1.45 (36.83)

*

634 (193)**

1,297 (395)**

2,415 (736)

3,279 (999)

5,836 (1,779)

7,719 (2,353)

1.50 (38.10)

*

619 (188)**

1,266 (385)**

2,022 (616)**

3,198 (975)

5,132 (1,564)

6,885 (2,099)

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-13

TECHNICAL INFO

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP COPPER WIRE

BELL OSP COPPER

*Drum diameter is less than 10 times cable diameter (minimum bend radius). **Drum diameter is less than 20 times cable diameter (recommended bend radius).
This chart pertains to round cable only, and may be further limited by the design of the cable.

OSP COMPOSITE

0.35 (8.89)
0.40 (10.16)

OSP FIBER

Cable Length
ft (m)

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Cable Nominal Diameter
in (mm)

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Flange (F) in
Traverse (T) in
Drum (D) in
Overall Width (W) in
Reel Weight lbs

PREMISES COPPER

OSP Fiber Wood Reels

PREMISES FIBER

Packaging

PREMISES COPPER

Packaging

OSP Fiber/Copper Steel Reels

PREMISES FIBER

Reel Number
Flange (F) in
Traverse (T) in
Drum (D) in
Overall Width (W) in
Reel Weight lbs

OSP Fiber/Copper Steel Reel Dimensions

413
48
18
30
24
216

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

415

416

417

419

420

487

50
25.4
30
31.375
250

56
25.4
30
31.375
282

66
25.4
36
31.625
360

78
25.4
42
32.375
566

78
30
42
37
610

83
39.8
42
46.75
782

96
44.5
42
52.875
1,400

35,013 (10,672)
28,911 (8,812)
23,778 (7,248)
19,408 (5,916)
16,523 (5,036)
14,003 (4,268)
12,541 (3,822)
11,236 (3,425)
9,395 (2,864)
8,373 (2,552)
7,446 (2,270)
7,167 (2,185)
6,366 (1,931)
5,633 (1,717)
4,959 (1,512)
4,803 (1,464)
4,208 (1,283)
4,085 (1,245)
3,556 (1,084)
3,460 (1,055)
3,369 (1,027)
2,910 (887)
2,838 (865)
2,771 (845)
2,368 (722)
2,315 (706)
2,265 (690)
1,910 (582)
1,870 (570)
1,832 (558)
1,796 (547)
1,761 (537)
1,460 (445)
1,432 (436)
1,407 (429)
1,382 (421)
1,358 (414)
1,099 (335)
1,081 (329)
1,063 (324)
1,046 (319)
1,030 (314)
1,014 (309)
999 (304)
984 (300)
771 (235)
760 (232)
749 (228)
738 (225)
728 (222)
718 (219)
709 (216)
700 (213)
691 (211)
682 (208)
674 (205)
503 (153)
497 (151)
491 (150)
485 (148)
479 (146)
473 (144)

37,297 (11,368)
30,984 (9,444)
26,766 (8,158)
23,064 (7,030)
19,792 (6,033)
17,889 (5,453)
15,223 (4,640)
13,718 (4,181)
12,349 (3,764)
11,098 (3,383)
9,951 (3,033)
8,897 (2,712)
8,619 (2,627)
7,687 (2,343)
6,826 (2,081)
6,636 (2,023)
5,866 (1,788)
5,715 (1,742)
5,022 (1,531)
4,901 (1,494)
4,276 (1,303)
4,178 (1,273)
4,086 (1,245)
3,534 (1,077)
3,460 (1,055)
3,390 (1,033)
3,324 (1,013)
2,844 (867)
2,790 (850)
2,739 (835)
2,691 (820)
2,269 (692)
2,230 (680)
2,193 (668)
2,160 (658)
2,123 (647)
1,758 (536)
1,731 (528)
1,705 (520)
1,679 (512)
1,655 (504)
1,632 (497)
1,319 (402)
1,300 (396)
1,282 (391)
1,265 (386)
1,248 (380)
1,232 (376)
1,217 (371)
1,202 (366)
1,187 (362)
927 (283)
916 (279)
905 (276)
894 (272)
884 (269)
874 (266)
864 (263)
855 (261)
846 (258)

38,432 (11,714)
33,928 (10,341)
29,885 (9,109)
26,239 (7,998)
22,938 (6,992)
21,040 (6,413)
19,295 (5,881)
16,682 (5,085)
15,234 (4,643)
13,891 (4,234)
12,642 (3,853)
12,314 (3,753)
11,191 (3,411)
10,142 (3,091)
9,162 (2,793)
8,955 (2,729)
8,063 (2,458)
7,893 (2,406)
7,079 (2,158)
6,938 (2,115)
6,192 (1,887)
6,076 (1,852)
5,391 (1,643)
5,295 (1,614)
5,203 (1,586)
4,586 (1,398)
4,510 (1,375)
4,437 (1,352)
3,879 (1,182)
3,819 (1,164)
3,761 (1,146)
3,706 (1,129)
3,207 (977)
3,161 (963)
3,117 (950)
3,075 (937)
3,035 (925)
2,594 (791)
2,560 (780)
2,528 (771)
2,497 (761)
2,466 (752)
2,076 (633)
2,051 (625)
2,027 (618)
2,004 (611)
1,981 (604)
1,959 (597)
1,938 (591)
1,600 (488)
1,582 (482)
1,565 (477)
1,549 (472)
1,533 (467)
1,518 (463)
1,503 (458)
1,489 (454)

OSP Fiber/Copper Steel Reel Capacities

Cable Nominal Diameter
in (mm)
0.35 (8.89)
0.40 (10.16)
0.45 (11.43)
0.50 (12.70)
0.55 (13.97)
0.60 (15.24)
0.65 (16.51)
0.70 (17.78)
0.75 (19.05)
0.80 (20.32)
0.85 (21.59)
0.90 (22.86)
0.95 (24.13)
1.00 (25.40)
1.05 (26.67)
1.10 (27.94)
1.15 (29.21)
1.20 (30.48)
1.25 (31.75)
1.30 (33.02)
1.35 (34.29)
1.40 (35.56)
1.45 (36.83)
1.50 (38.10)
1.55 (39.37)
1.60 (40.64)
1.65 (41.91)
1.70 (43.18)
1.75 (44.45)
1.80 (45.72)
1.85 (46.99)
1.90 (48.26)
1.95 (49.53)
2.00 (50.80)
2.05 (52.07)
2.10 (53.34)
2.15 (54.61)
2.20 (55.88)
2.25 (57.15)
2.30 (58.42)
2.35 (59.69)
2.40 (60.96)
2.45 (62.23)
2.50 (63.50)
2.55 (64.77)
2.60 (66.04)
2.65 (67.31)
2.70 (68.58)
2.75 (69.85)
2.80 (71.12)
2.85 (72.39)
2.90 (73.66)
2.95 (74.93)
3.00 (76.20)
3.05 (77.47)
3.10 (78.74)
3.15 (80.01)
3.20 (81.28)
3.25 (82.55)
3.30 (83.82)
3.35 (85.09)
3.40 (86.36)
3.45 (87.63)
3.50 (88.90)

414

Cable Length
ft (m)

9,866 (3,007)
7,288 (2,221)
5,701 (1,733)
4,814 (1,467)
3,706 (1,130)
3,109 (948)
2,598 (792)
2,442 (744)
2,035 (620)
1,677 (511)
1,594 (486)
1,297 (395)
1,239 (378)
1,187 (362)
949 (289)
912 (278)
878 (268)
683 (208)
660 (201)
638 (194)
617 (188)
598 (182)
447 (136)
434 (132)
421 (128)
410 (125)
399 (122)
389 (119)
379 (116)
264 (80)
258 (79)
252 (77)
246 (75)
240 (73)
235 (72)
230 (70)
225 (69)
221 (67)
216 (66)
212 (65)
130 (40)
128 (39)
125 (38)
123 (37)
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

15,649 (4,770)
12,535 (3,821)
9,374 (2,857)
8,006 (2,440)
6,312 (1,924)
5,382 (1,640)
4,581 (1,396)
3,885 (1,184)
3,276 (999)
3,109 (948)
2,607 (795)
2,160 (658)
2,066 (630)
1,982 (604)
1,622 (494)
1,561 (476)
1,251 (381)
1,208 (368)
1,167 (356)
1,130 (344)
881 (269)
854 (260)
830 (253)
807 (246)
785 (239)
765 (233)
571 (174)
557 (170)
543 (166)
530 (162)
518 (158)
507 (155)
496 (151)
485 (148)
338 (103)
331 (101)
324 (99)
318 (97)
311 (95)
306 (93)
300 (91)
295 (90)
289 (88)
285 (87)
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

23,894 (7,283)
18,169 (5,538)
14,342 (4,371)
11,878 (3,620)
9,807 (2,989)
8,043 (2,452)
6,528 (1,990)
5,691 (1,735)
4,953 (1,510)
4,297 (1,310)
3,711 (1,131)
3,553 (1,083)
3,056 (931)
2,940 (896)
2,512 (766)
2,425 (739)
2,052 (625)
1,987 (606)
1,660 (506)
1,611 (491)
1,565 (477)
1,287 (392)
1,252 (382)
1,220 (372)
1,189 (362)
956 (292)
933 (284)
912 (278)
892 (272)
872 (266)
680 (207)
665 (203)
652 (199)
639 (195)
626 (191)
615 (187)
604 (184)
593 (181)
441 (134)
433 (132)
425 (130)
418 (127)
411 (125)
405 (123)
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

27,367 (8,341)
25,756 (7,850)
19,931 (6,075)
16,777 (5,114)
13,382 (4,079)
11,178 (3,407)
9,897 (3,017)
8,196 (2,498)
7,293 (2,223)
6,388 (1,947)
5,625 (1,715)
4,938 (1,505)
4,317 (1,316)
4,152 (1,266)
3,617 (1,102)
3,129 (954)
3,024 (922)
2,597 (792)
2,517 (767)
2,442 (744)
2,078 (633)
2,020 (616)
1,697 (517)
1,652 (504)
1,610 (491)
1,571 (479)
1,298 (396)
1,268 (386)
1,239 (378)
1,212 (369)
1,187 (362)
958 (292)
939 (286)
920 (280)
902 (275)
885 (270)
869 (265)
699 (213)
685 (209)
656 (200)
644 (196)
634 (193)
623 (190)
613 (187)
604 (184)
595 (181)
443 (135)
437 (133)
430 (131)
424 (129)
418 (127)
412 (126)
406 (124)
400 (122)
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

38,265 (11,663)
29,604 (9,023)
24,441 (7,450)
20,099 (6,126)
16,402 (4,999)
13,961 (4,255)
11,831 (3,606)
10,594 (3,229)
9,490 (2,893)
7,934 (2,418)
7,070 (2,155)
6,286 (1,916)
6,049 (1,844)
5,373 (1,638)
4,753 (1,449)
4,184 (1,275)
4,051 (1,235)
3,549 (1,082)
3,445 (1,050)
2,998 (914)
2,916 (889)
2,840 (866)
2,452 (747)
2,392 (729)
2,335 (712)
1,995 (608)
1,950 (594)
1,907 (581)
1,608 (490)
1,574 (480)
1,542 (470)
1,511 (461)
1,482 (452)
1,228 (374)
1,205 (367)
1,183 (361)
1,162 (354)
1,142 (348)
924 (282)
908 (277)
893 (272)
879 (268)
865 (264)
852 (260)
839 (256)
826 (252)
647 (197)
638 (194)
628 (191)
619 (189)
611 (186)
602 (183)
594 (181)
587 (179)
579 (176)
572 (174)
565 (172)
421 (128)
416 (127)
411 (125)
406 (124)
401 (122)
396 (121)

*Drum diameter is less than 12 times the cable diameter (minimum bend radius).
This chart applies to round cable only. Chart shows maximum calculated capacity. Actual available cable lengths may be less than capacity. Capacity is based on 2 inch clearance.

J-14

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

28

46

64

108

165

3,723 (1,135)
2,908 (886)
2,472 (753)
1,883 (574)
1,580 (482)
1,317 (401)
1,254 (382)
1,038 (316)
847 (258)**
814 (248)**
654 (199)**
630 (192)**
609 (186)**
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

5,844 (1,781)
4,757 (1,450)
3,848 (1,173)
3,078 (938)
2,664 (812)
2,078 (633)
1,774 (541)
1,698 (518)
1,445 (440)
1,218 (371)
1,174 (358)**
980 (299)**
948 (289)**
781 (238)**
758 (231)**
612 (187)**
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

8,738 (2,663)
6,802 (2,073)
5,576 (1,700)
4,541 (1,384)
3,658 (1,115)
3,177 (968)
2,754 (839)
2,379 (725)
2,046 (624)
1,748 (533)
1,679 (512)
1,425 (434)
1,374 (419)
1,155 (352)
1,118 (341)
927 (283)
899 (274)
873 (266)
712 (217)
693 (211)**
675 (206)**
537 (164)**
524 (160)**
511 (156)**
500 (152)**
489 (149)**
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

62
30
24

65
30
32

72
36
36

78
40
39

84
40
42

96
40
48

29

29

34

35

41

45

46

46

203

245

288

368

614

699

797

1,175

32,580 (9,930)
25,720 (7,839)
21,006 (6,403)
17,033 (5,192)
14,431 (4,399)
12,174 (3,711)
10,202 (3,110)
9,087 (2,770)
8,090 (2,466)
7,193 (2,192)
6,381 (1,945)
5,645 (1,721)
4,974 (1,516)
4,361 (1,329)
4,219 (1,286)
3,682 (1,122)
3,571 (1,088)
3,096 (944)
3,010 (917)
2,588 (789)
2,520 (768)
2,458 (749)
2,091 (637)
2,041 (622)
1,995 (608)
1,674 (510)
1,638 (499)
1,603 (489)
1,571 (479)
1,295 (395)
1,269 (387)
1,245 (379)
1,222 (372)
1,201 (366)
966 (294)
949 (289)**
933 (284)**
917 (280)**
902 (275)**
888 (271)**
875 (267)**
680 (207)**
670 (204)**
660 (201)**
650 (198)**
641 (195)**
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

37,698 (11,490)
31,148 (9,494)
25,619 (7,809)
20,898 (6,370)
17,794 (5,424)
15,077 (4,595)
13,514 (4,119)
12,116 (3,693)
10,118 (3,084)
9,018 (2,749)
8,020 (2,444)
7,733 (2,357)
6,866 (2,093)
6,071 (1,850)
5,342 (1,628)
5,181 (1,579)
4,534 (1,382)
4,408 (1,344)
3,832 (1,168)
3,732 (1,138)
3,640 (1,109)
3,138 (956)
3,064 (934)
2,995 (913)
2,554 (778)
2,499 (762)
2,447 (746)
2,058 (627)
2,017 (615)
1,978 (603)
1,941 (592)
1,906 (581)
1,574 (480)
1,546 (471)
1,520 (463)
1,494 (455)
1,470 (448)
1,185 (361)
1,166 (355)
1,148 (350)
1,130 (344)**
1,114 (340)**
1,097 (334)**
1,082 (330)**
1,067 (325)**
832 (254)**
820 (250)**
809 (247)**
798 (243)**
788 (240)**
777 (237)**
768 (234)**
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

32,856 (10,015)
28,333 (8,636)
23,225 (7,079)
20,946 (6,384)
17,895 (5,454)
15,185 (4,628)
13,652 (4,161)
12,263 (3,738)
10,999 (3,352)
9,845 (3,001)
8,787 (2,678)
7,816 (2,382)
7,573 (2,308)
6,715 (2,047)
6,523 (1,988)
5,759 (1,755)
5,052 (1,540)
4,921 (1,500)
4,799 (1,463)
4,182 (1,275)
4,085 (1,245)
3,528 (1,075)
3,450 (1,052)
3,376 (1,029)
3,307 (1,008)
2,825 (861)
2,770 (844)
2,717 (828)
2,289 (698)
2,246 (685)
2,206 (672)
2,168 (661)
2,131 (650)
1,763 (537)
1,734 (529)
1,706 (520)
1,679 (512)
1,653 (504)
1,629 (497)
1,605 (489)
1,295 (395)
1,277 (389)
1,259 (384)**
1,241 (378)**
1,224 (373)**
1,208 (368)**
1,193 (364)**
1,178 (359)**
919 (280)**
907 (276)**
896 (273)**
885 (270)**
874 (266)**
864 (263)**
854 (260)**
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

39,025 (11,895)
32,542 (9,919)
28,199 (8,595)
24,383 (7,432)
21,007 (6,403)
18,003 (5,487)
16,277 (4,961)
14,713 (4,485)
13,289 (4,050)
11,985 (3,653)
10,789 (3,288)
9,689 (2,953)
8,674 (2,644)
7,736 (2,358)
7,515 (2,291)
6,679 (2,036)
6,502 (1,982)
5,751 (1,753)
5,609 (1,710)
4,932 (1,503)
4,818 (1,469)
4,205 (1,282)
4,113 (1,254)
4,026 (1,227)
3,483 (1,062)
3,412 (1,040)
3,345 (1,020)
3,282 (1,000)
2,808 (856)
2,757 (840)
2,708 (825)
2,661 (811)
2,245 (684)
2,207 (673)
2,171 (662)
2,137 (651)
2,104 (641)
1,742 (531)
1,716 (523)
1,690 (515)
1,666 (508)
1,642 (500)
1,619 (493)
1,598 (487)
1,291 (393)
1,273 (388)
1,257 (383)**
1,240 (378)**
1,225 (373)**
1,210 (369)**
1,195 (364)**
1,181 (360)**
1,167 (356)**
911 (278)**
900 (274)**
890 (271)**
880 (268)**
870 (265)**
860 (262)**
851 (259)**
*
*
*

36,623 (11,163)
32,041 (9,766)
27,978 (8,528)
24,353 (7,423)
21,102 (6,432)
19,217 (5,857)
17,499 (5,334)
15,925 (4,854)
13,583 (4,140)
13,145 (4,007)
11,911 (3,630)
10,769 (3,282)
9,708 (2,959)
8,723 (2,659)
8,492 (2,588)
7,606 (2,318)
7,419 (2,261)
6,618 (2,017)
6,465 (1,971)
5,737 (1,749)
5,612 (1,711)
4,949 (1,508)
4,846 (1,477)
4,750 (1,448)
4,157 (1,267)
4,078 (1,243)
4,003 (1,220)
3,931 (1,198)
3,410 (1,039)
3,350 (1,021)
3,294 (1,004)
3,240 (988)
2,778 (847)
2,734 (833)
2,692 (821)
2,651 (808)
2,241 (683)
2,207 (673)
2,176 (663)
2,145 (654)
2,115 (645)
2,087 (636)
2,059 (628)
1,708 (521)
1,685 (514)
1,664 (507)
1,643 (501)
1,623 (495)
1,603 (489)
1,584 (483)
1,282 (391)
1,267 (386)
1,252 (382)**
1,238 (377)**
1,224 (373)**
1,210 (369)**
1,197 (365)**
1,184 (361)**
1,172 (357)**
1,160 (354)**
1,148 (350)**

OSP Copper Wood Reel Capacities
Cable Length
ft (m)

13,498 (4,114) 19,316 (5,888) 25,088 (7,647)
10,654 (3,247) 15,170 (4,624) 19,545 (5,957)
8,838 (2,694) 12,337 (3,760) 16,303 (4,969)
7,297 (2,224) 9,930 (3,027) 12,887 (3,928)
5,975 (1,821) 8,378 (2,554) 11,105 (3,385)
4,834 (1,473) 7,023 (2,141) 9,535 (2,906)
4,218 (1,286) 6,269 (1,911) 8,142 (2,482)
3,670 (1,119) 5,183 (1,580) 6,902 (2,104)
3,181 (970) 4,598 (1,401) 6,221 (1,896)
2,743 (836) 4,069 (1,240) 5,601 (1,707)
2,639 (804) 3,589 (1,094) 4,653 (1,418)
2,264 (690) 3,151 (960) 4,153 (1,266)
2,187 (667) 3,053 (931) 4,034 (1,230)
1,861 (567) 2,670 (814) 3,593 (1,095)
1,804 (550) 2,318 (707) 3,186 (971)
1,519 (463) 2,255 (687) 2,810 (856)
1,476 (450) 1,944 (593) 2,743 (836)
1,225 (373) 1,895 (578) 2,406 (733)
1,193 (364) 1,618 (493) 2,352 (717)
1,162 (354)** 1,580 (482)** 2,049 (625)**
948 (289)** 1,545 (471)** 2,007 (612)**
925 (282)** 1,304 (397)** 1,733 (528)**
904 (276)** 1,276 (389)** 1,699 (518)**
884 (269)** 1,250 (381)** 1,453 (443)**
703 (214)** 1,039 (317)** 1,426 (435)**
688 (210)** 1,019 (311)** 1,400 (427)**
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

33,422 (10,187)
26,054 (7,941)
21,714 (6,618)
17,191 (5,240)
14,804 (4,512)
12,710 (3,874)
10,858 (3,310)
9,214 (2,808)
8,299 (2,530)
7,469 (2,277)
6,220 (1,896)
5,554 (1,693)
5,383 (1,641)
4,797 (1,462)
4,258 (1,298)
3,761 (1,146)
3,664 (1,117)
3,219 (981)
3,143 (958)
2,743 (836)
2,683 (818)
2,323 (708)
2,274 (693)
1,950 (594)
1,911 (582)
1,875 (572)**
1,841 (561)**
1,559 (475)**
1,531 (467)**
1,505 (459)**
1,255 (383)**
1,235 (376)**
1,215 (370)**
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

*Drum diameter is less than 12 times the cable diameter (minimum bend radius). **Drum diameter is less than 15 times the cable diameter (recommended bend radius).
This chart applies to round cable only. Chart shows maximum calculated capacity. Actual available cable lengths may be less than capacity. Capacity is based on 2 inch clearance.

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-15

PREMISES COPPER

21

58
25
20

PREMISES FIBER

21

52
25
20

OSP FIBER

21

OSP Copper Wood Reel Dimensions

OSP COMPOSITE

46
25
20

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

44
18
20

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

0.40 (10.16)
0.45 (11.43)
0.50 (12.70)
0.55 (13.97)
0.60 (15.24)
0.65 (16.51)
0.70 (17.78)
0.75 (19.05)
0.80 (20.32)
0.85 (21.59)
0.90 (22.86)
0.95 (24.13)
1.00 (25.40)
1.05 (26.67)
1.10 (27.94)
1.15 (29.21)
1.20 (30.48)
1.25 (31.75)
1.30 (33.02)
1.35 (34.29)
1.40 (35.56)
1.45 (36.83)
1.50 (38.10)
1.55 (39.37)
1.60 (40.64)
1.65 (41.91)
1.70 (43.18)
1.75 (44.45)
1.80 (45.72)
1.85 (46.99)
1.90 (48.26)
1.95 (49.53)
2.00 (50.80)
2.05 (52.07)
2.10 (53.34)
2.15 (54.61)
2.20 (55.88)
2.25 (57.15)
2.30 (58.42)
2.35 (59.69)
2.40 (60.96)
2.45 (62.23)
2.50 (63.50)
2.55 (64.77)
2.60 (66.04)
2.65 (67.31)
2.70 (68.58)
2.75 (69.85)
2.80 (71.12)
2.85 (72.39)
2.90 (73.66)
2.95 (74.93)
3.00 (76.20)
3.05 (77.47)
3.10 (78.74)
3.15 (80.01)
3.20 (81.28)
3.25 (82.55)
3.30 (83.82)
3.35 (85.09)
3.40 (86.36)
3.45 (87.63)
3.50 (88.90)
3.55 (90.17)
3.60 (91.44)
3.65 (92.71)

36
18
14

BELL OSP COPPER

Cable O.D.
in (mm)

30
18
12

OSP COPPER WIRE

Flange (F) in
Traverse (T) in
Drum (D) in
Overall Width
(W) in
Reel Weight lbs

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

OSP Copper Wood Reels

TECHNICAL INFO

Packaging

PREMISES COPPER

Glossary of Terms
Copper

COPPER Glossary of Terms

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

ACR (Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio):
The ratio between attenuation and near end
crosstalk, measured in decibels (dB), at a
given frequency. Important characteristic in
networking transmission to assure that signal
sent down a twisted pair is stronger at the
receiving end of the cable than any interfering
signals imposed on that same pair by
crosstalk from adjacent pairs. While it is not
included in TIA 568, it is a good figure of merit
in that it describes the signal to noise ratio.
ACRF: See “ELFEXT”

OSP COMPOSITE

ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line):
Modems attached to twisted pair copper
wiring that transmit from 1.5 Mbps to 9 Mbps
downstream (to the subscriber) and from
16 KBps to 800 KBps upstream, depending
on line distance.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

analog: A signal that varies continuously (i.e.
sound waves). Analog signals have a frequency
and bandwidth measured in hertz (Hz).

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER

armored cable: A cable having an outer
protection usually in the form of a steel
corrugated tape.

OSP COPPER WIRE

Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM):
A high-speed, packet-switching technology
used to transmit video, data, voice, etc. via
fixed-length cells of 53 bytes.
ATM: See “Asynchronous Transfer Mode”

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

attenuation: Also known as Insertion Loss.
Loss of signal power between two points.
Attenuation is a ratio of input power versus
output power, measured in decibels per
unit length, usually decibels per 100 meters
(dB/100 m). The received signal is lower in
signal power than the transmitted signal.
backbone: The facility, such as cables
and connectors, that connects equipment
rooms, telecommunications closets and
entrance facilities. Can be inter-building
or intrabuilding.

TECHNICAL INFO

J-16

binder: A spirally applied colored thread or ribbon
used to separate and identify units and groups
of cable pairs by means of color coding.

broadband: An adjective used to describe largecapacity networks that are able to carry
several services at the same time, such
as data, voice and video.

amplifier: Any device that intensifies a signal
without distorting the shape of the wave.

armor: Additional protective covering beneath
the outer jacket to provide physical protection
against severe outdoor environments. Usually
made of plastic-coated steel, it may be
corrugated for flexibility.

BER (bit error rate): The ratio of incorrectly
transmitted bits to correctly transmitted bits.

B-ISDN (Broadband Integrated Services Digital
Network): A digital network with ATM
switching operating at data rates in excess of
1.544 or 2.048 Mbps. ATM enables transport
and switching of voice, data, image and video
over the same infrastructure.

aerial cable: Cable suspended in the air usually
on utility poles. Except for self supporting
cables an external messenger strand is used
to support the cable.

ANSI (American National Standards Institute):
A standards-setting, non-government
organization which develops and publishes
standards for transmission codes, protocols
and high-level languages for “voluntary”use
in the United States.

bandwidth: A measure of capacity of
communications media. Greater bandwidth
allows communication of more information
in a given period of time. Bandwidth is
generally described either in terms of analog
signals in units of Hertz (Hz), which describes
the maximum number of cycles per second,
or in terms of digital signals in units of bits
per second.

buried cable: A cable that is buried directly in the
ground without being placed in underground
conduit. Generally waterproof type cables are
employed.
byte (B): Eight bits of digital data.
cable closure: Any of several types of
housings that can be used to enclose cable
sheath openings necessary for splicing
or terminating.
capacitance: The ability of a dielectric material
between conductors to store electrical energy
when a difference of potential exists between
the conductors. The unit of measurement is
the farad, which is the capacitance value that
will store a charge of one coulomb when a
one volt potential difference exists between
the conductors
CATV (cable television): The term originally stood
for “community antenna television,” reflecting
the fact that the original cable systems carried
only broadcast stations received off the air;
however, as cable systems began to originate
their own programming, the term evolved to
mean Cable Television. CATV is a broadband
transmission facility.
CCTV: Closed Circuit Television
Central Office (CO): The location that houses
a switch to serve local telephone subscribers
on the public switched telephone network
(PSTN) for a small regional area.
characteristic impedance: In a transmission
line of infinite length, the ratio of the applied
voltage to the resultant current at the point
the voltage is applied. Or the impedance
which makes a transmission cable seem
infinitely long, when connected across
the cable’s output terminals.

CLEC (Competitive Local Exchange Carrier):
An American term for a telephone
company that was created after the
Telecommunications Act of 1996 made
it legal for companies to compete with
the ILECs. Contrast with ILEC.
CO: See “Central Office”
coaxial capacitance: The capacitance
of a single insulated conductor completely
surrounded by a dielectric medium.
conductor: A material that offers low resistance
to the flow of electrical current.
core network: Combination of telephone
switching offices and transmission plant
connecting switching offices together.
In the United States, local exchange core
networks are linked by several competing
inter-exchange networks; in the rest of the
world (ROW) the Core Network extends
to national boundaries.
crosstalk: The transmitted signal on one circuit
or cable pair causes interference in another
circuit or cable pair.
data link: The cable, receiver and transmitter
that connect two points communicating with
digital data.
dB: See “decibel”
decibel (dB): The unit used to describe relative
gain or loss of signal power, generally per unit
length. Abbreviated dB, the decibel is a ratio
of power out versus power in. Increases or
reductions of 3 dB will result in doubling or
halving, respectively, the power in a circuit.
delay skew: The propagation delay difference
between the slowest and fastest cable pair.
digital: Encoded as a discrete signal in binary
ones and zeros.
digital signal: A signal that takes on only two
values, off or on, typically represented by
“0” or “1.” Digital signals require less power
but (typically) more bandwidth than analog
and copies of digital signals can be made
exactly like the original.
DLC (Digital Loop Carrier): A digital transmission
system designed for a telephony subscriber’s
loop plant. It multiplexes multiple circuits onto
very few wires or onto a single fiber pair.
drop wire cable: Cable containing one
or more pairs of insulated wires used
to run a subscriber’s line from the distribution
terminal at a pole to the protector on the
subscriber’s premises.
DS1 (Digital Signal, level 1): Also known as T-1.
Twenty-four voice channels packed into a 193
bit frame and transmitted at 1.544 Mbps. The
unframed version, or payload, is 192 bits at a
rate of 1.536 Mbps.
DS1C (Digital Signal, level 1 Combined):
Two T2 frames packed into a higher-level
frame transmitted at 3.15 Mbps.

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

electromagnetic coupling: The transfer of energy
by means of a varying magnetic field.
ELFEXT (Equal Level Far End Crosstalk):
Also known as ACRF. The ratio of the
unwanted crosstalk at the far end (from
the transmitter) of the disturbed pair, used
to quantify the noise seen at a receiver due
to a far end transmitter on another pair.
Usually expressed in decibels (dB). Similar
to ACR but is measured at the far end of the
cable. It is an indication of the quality of the
signal sensed by the receiver.
EMI (electromagnetic interference):
“Noise” generated in copper conductors
when electromagnetic fields induce currents.
EMI may be caused by other copper cables
and is caused by proximity to motors and
machinery. The all dielectric optical fiber
cable design makes them immune to EMI.
Equipment Room (ER): A centralized space for
telecommunications equipment that serves
the occupants of a building. An equipment
room is considered distinct from a
telecommunications closet because of
the nature or complexity of the equipment.
far end crosstalk: See “FEXT”
farad: A unit of capacitance that will store one
coulomb of electrical charge when one volt
of electrical pressure is applied.
FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene):
A fluorinated thermoplastic material with
good electrical insulating properties used
for plenum cable.
FEXT (far end crosstalk): Refers to crosstalk
that is measured at the opposite end of the
cable from which it is being disturbed.
Figure 8 cable: Cables designed for self
supporting aerial installations. The multipair core and steel support messenger are
integrated in a parallel configuration to enable
simultaneous installation of cable
and messenger.
flooding: The act of applying a material over
a cable or any of its components, usually for
the purpose of adhesion, corrosion deterrent,
or to fill voids.

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

group binder: A binder applied over a number
of units giving group identification.

MC (main cross-connect): The centralized
portion of the backbone cabling used to
mechanically terminate and administer the
backbone cabling, providing connectivity
between equipment rooms, entrance facilities,
horizontal cross-connects and intermediate
cross-connects.

headroom: Any amount of margin that is above
the standard for a category.
hertz (Hz): The unit of frequency, one cycle
per second.
hygroscopic: Readily absorbing
and retaining moisture.
IC (intermediate cross-connect): A secondary
cross-connect in the backbone cabling used
to mechanically terminate and administer
backbone cabling between the main crossconnect and horizontal cross-connect.
ILEC (Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier):
A local telephone company service
consistent with the services provided by a
previous carrier. ILECs compete with upstart
Competitive Local Exchange Carriers (CLEC).
insertion loss: See “attenuation”
inside plant: Usually considered being all cable
and equipment inside the Central Office (CO)
and customer’s premises.
laminate: A sheet material made by bonding
together two or more layers of the same
or different material.

mutual capacitance: One of the primary
constants of a cable pair which contributes
to transmission loss.
near end crosstalk: See “NEXT”
NEXT (near end crosstalk): The crosstalk which
occurs when signals transmitted on one pair
of wires are picked up by another (disturbed)
pair in the same cable when measured at the
near (transmitter) end.
ns (nanosecond): One-billionth of a second
or 10-9 second.
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer):
An OEM maker is a manufacturer of original
equipment. A company who buys their
components from someone else and simply
assembles the components into a product
is not considered an OEM and is often called
a value-added reseller.

LAN: See “Local Area Network”

Ohm: The electrical unit of resistance. The
value of resistance through which a potential
difference of one volt will maintain a current
of one ampere.

lay: The longitudinal distance that a pair or
unit advances in one spiral turn about the
cable axis.

Outside Plant (OSP): Usually considered all cable
and equipment used outside of the Central
Office (CO) and customers’ premises.

LCL (longitudinal conversion loss):
Ratio of the common-mode (longitudinal)
signal applied to a cable or transmission
channel to the resultant differential signal
measured at the same end. Used to quantify
the longitudinal signal seen at the transmitter
due to the differential signals present on
the cable or transmission channel which
influences the electromagnetic emissions.
Usually expressed in decibels (dB).

OSP: See “Outside Plant”

LCTL (longitudinal conversion transfer loss):
Ratio of the common-mode (longitudinal)
signal applied at the near end of a cable or
transmission channel to resultant differential
signal measure at the far end. Used to quantify
the undesired differential noise seen at the
receiver due to longitudinal noise coupled
onto the cable from external sources. Usually
expressed in decibels (dB).

PIC: See “plastic insulated conductor”

pair: Two wires forming a single circuit,
held together by twisting, binding,
or a common jacket.
PE: See “polyethylene”
pedestal: An above ground watertight housing
for splicing and terminating buried cables.

plastic insulated conductor (PIC): A metallic
cabling system in which the individual
conductors are covered with an extruded
coating of plastic. Common insulation includes
polyethylene and polypropylene. Although
a plastic, PVC insulated conductors are not
referred to as PIC.

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-17

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

Mbps: A million bits per second when referring
to the speed of a telecommunications,
networking or local area networking
transmission facility.

OSP COMPOSITE

EF&I: Engineer, Furnish and Install

Gigabit Ethernet (GE): This standard was written
by the IEEE 802.3 committee and adopted
as a new standard for Gigabit transmission
of LANs.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

duct: Conduit for the installation and protection
of cables in congested areas.

Local Area Network (LAN): A network
connecting several nodes within a limited
geographic area, usually within a building
or campus

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

DSLAM (Digital Subscriber Line Access
Multiplexer): Specifically, a device which
takes a number of ADSL subscriber lines
and concentrates these to a single ATM line.

gas pressurization: A method of preventing water
from entering small cracks in cable splices or
sheath and for alerting personnel
to larger leaks by keeping cables under
pressure with dry gas.

LEC (local exchange carrier): Any carrier that
has been given permission by the state public
utility commission to provide local voice
level telecommunications services within
a predetermined area.

BELL OSP COPPER

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line): Modems on either
end of a single twisted pair wire that delivers
ISDN Basic Rate Access.

frequency: The number of times a periodic action
occurs in a unit of time. The number
of cycles that an electric current completes
in one second, expressed in hertz.

OSP COPPER WIRE

DS2 (Digital Signal, level 2): Four T1 frames
packed into a higher-level frame transmitted
at 6.312 Mbps.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Copper

TECHNICAL INFO

Glossary of Terms

PREMISES COPPER

Glossary of Terms
Copper

PREMISES FIBER

plenum: A compartment or chamber to which
one or more air ducts are connected and
that forms part of the air distribution system
(i.e. the space above the drop ceiling).

PSNEXT (Power Sum Near End Crosstalk):
The combined (power sum) crosstalk from
all other pairs on the victim (disturbed) pair
within a cable taken at the near (transmitter)
end of the cable.

plenum cable: Cables made of fire-retardant
materials that generate little smoke. These
cables are installed in plenum air ducts,
vertical shafts etc.

PSTN (public switched telephone network):
The worldwide communications network that
carries phone calls and data.

OSP FIBER

polyethylene (PE): A polyolefin thermoplastic
material having excellent electrical properties.
polyvinylchloride (PVC): A general purpose
thermoplastic used for wire and cable
insulation and jackets.

OSP COMPOSITE

POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service): The only
name recognized around the world for basic
analog telephone service. POTS takes the
lowest 4 kHz of bandwidth on twisted pair
wiring. Any service sharing a line with POTS
must either use frequencies above POTS or
convert POTS to a digital signal.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

POTS Splitter: A device that uses filters to
separate voice from data signals when they
are to be carried on the same phone line,
required for several types of DSL service.

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

propagation delay: The time due to the
transmission medium between when a signal
is transmitted and when it is received.

PVC: See “polyvinylchloride”
RBOC (Regional Bell Operating Company):
The regional holding companies that resulted
from the divestiture of AT&T. The original 22
Bell Telephone companies were combined
into seven regional companies in 1984.
resistance: The property of a conductor, wire
or shield that determines the current flow for
a given applied voltage. In DC circuits, the
opposition a material offers to current flow,
measured in Ohms. In AC circuits, resistance
is the real component of impedance and may
be higher than the value measured at DC.

power sum: The method of evaluating the
performance of a single cable pair taking
into account the impact of other cable pairs
operating simultaneously.

BELL OSP COPPER

PSAACRF (Power Sum Alien Attenuation to
Crosstalk Ratio Far End): The combined (power
sum) crosstalk from all adjacent (alien) cables
on a single pair inside a victim (disturbed) cable
taken at the far end (at the receiver). The value
obtain from this test is then taken as a ratio
with the attenuation to yield the reported value.

OSP COPPER WIRE

PSACR (Power Sum-Attenuation-to-Crosstalk
Ratio): Similar to ACR except Power Sum
Near End Crosstalk (PSNEXT) is used in the
calculation instead of Near End Crosstalk
(NEXT). Used to quantify the noise seen at the
receiver due to multiple near end transmitters
relative to the attenuated transmit signal
present at the receiver. Usually expressed
in decibels (dB).

riser: Pathways for indoor cables that pass
between floors. It is normally a vertical
shaft or space. Also a fire code rating
for indoor cable.

router: The central switching device in a packetswitched computer network that directs and
controls the flow of data through the network.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PSANEXT (Power Sum Alien Near End Crosstalk):
The combined (power sum) crosstalk from all
adjacent (alien) cables on a single pair inside
a victim (disturbed) cable taken at the near end
(at the transmitter).

TECHNICAL INFO

J-18

return loss: Also known as echo. Ratio of the
reflected power in a cable or transmission
channel to the incident power. Effectively
expresses the relationship of impedance
changes throughout a cable or transmission
channel, as a function of frequency, relative
to the normal system impedance. Used
to quantify the noise seen at a receiver
due to reflections (echo) from a near end
transmitter on the same pair when full duplex,
bi-directional transmission is employed.
Usually expressed in decibels (dB).

riser cables: Riser cables are intended for
use in elevator (vertical) shafts between floors
in a building. Also a fire-code rating for indoor
cable connectivity.

PSACRF: See “PSELFEXT”

PSELFEXT (Power Sum Equal Level Far End
Crosstalk): Also known as PSACRF. The
mathematical summation (power sum) of the
equal level far end crosstalk power relative
to the attenuated signal of the disturbing pair,
coupled into a disturbed pair from all other
pairs within a cable or transmission channel.
Usually expressed in decibels (dB). Used to
quantify the noise seen at the receiver due
to multiple far end transmitters.

pulling eye: A strong metal ring usually installed
at the factory, for use in pulling a cable into
a duct.

RoHS-compliant: (The Restriction of Hazardous
Substances Directive) RoHS-compliant was
adopted in February 2003 by the European
Union. The RoHS took effect on July 1,
2006, but is not a law; it is simply a directive
for participating countries, including the
European Union (exclusive of the United
States and many other countries). This
directive restricts the use of six hazardous
materials in the manufacture of various types
of electronic and electrical equipment.
RoHS-compliant is often referred to as
the “lead-free” directive.

sheath: The protective outer covering of a cable
core, including metallic shields and jackets.
shield: A tape or braid of metal, usually copper,
aluminum, or other conductive material placed
around or between electric circuits or cables
or their components, to prevent signal leakage
or interference.
spare pair: An additional pair in an OSP copper
cable, above the guaranteed number.
splice box or splice closure: A metal or plastic
housing used around a cable splice to provide
a water and gas tight closure.
SRL (Structural Return Loss): Ratio of the reflected
power in a cable to the incident power
expressed in decibels. Effectively expresses
the relationship of impedance changes
throughout a cable, as a function of frequency
relative to the characteristic impedance of the
cable. Important consideration for transmission
of Analog video. Used as a figure of merit
for consistency of impedance in a cable due
to changes in the cable’s construction or
structure down a long length.
T-1: See “DS1”
Telcordia Technologies: Formerly Bellcore, a
research company once owned by the RBOCs.
TIA (Telecommunications Industry Association):
TIA represents the telecommunications
industry in association with the EIA
(Electronics Industry Association) and
creates telecommunications standards.
UL (Underwriters Laboratories): A privatelyowned company that charges manufacturers
a fee to ensure their products meet various
safety standards, some of which UL develops.
unbalance to ground capacitance:
The inequality between the grounded
capacitance of a wire and its mate of a pair
which causes pickup of energy from external
sources, usually power transmission lines.
UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair): Cable containing
one or more pairs of twisted copper without
metallic shielding.
velocity of propagation (Vp): The transmission
speed of electrical energy in a length of cable
compared to speed in free space. Usually
expressed as a percentage.
Voice Frequency (VF): Although frequencies
from 32 to 16 kHz are audible to some
persons the band normally used for telephone
communications is limited to about 3500 Hz.
Test frequency most commonly used is 1 kHz.
waterproof cable: Cable containing a waterproof
filling compound that fills all available space
in the core and between core tape and shield
and thus preventing the entrance of water.

sag: The downward curvature of an aerial cable
or wire due to its weight.

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

armor: Additional protective covering beneath
the outer jacket to provide physical protection
against severe outdoor environments. Usually
made of plastic-coated steel, it may be
corrugated for flexibility.
attenuation: A general term indicating the
decrease in power of a signal in transmission
as it passes from one point to another. In
optical fibers, the power loss results from
absorption and scattering and is normally
measured in decibels (dB) per kilometer at
a specific wavelength.
bandwidth: Measure of the information-carrying
capacity of an optical fiber. (This term is often
used to specify the normalized bandwidth of
a multimode fiber).

cladding: The material surrounding the core
of an optical fiber. The cladding must have
a lower index of refraction to keep the light
in the core.
coating: A protective material applied directly
over the cladding of the fiber during the
draw process to protect the fiber from the
environment and handling.
composite cable: A cable containing both fiber
and copper media per Article 770 of the
National Electrical Code (NEC).

buffering: (1) An additional protective material
extruded directly over the fiber coating to
protect it from the environment and handling
(tight-buffered); (2) extruding a tube around
the coated fiber to allow isolation of the fiber
from stresses in the cable (buffer tubes).
buffer tubes: A hard plastic cylindrical tube,
with a diameter several times larger than
the fiber, covering optical fiber(s) used for
protection and isolation.

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

interbuilding: Refers to between buildings.
interconnect: Tight buffer cables such
as simplex, duplex and quad cables.

Kevlar®: A brand of aramid yarn used as cable
strength members. The name is a trademark
of the Dupont Company.

dielectric cable: Also known as nonmetallic
cable. A cable that contains no electrically
conducting materials such as metal. Glass
fibers are considered dielectric. Dielectric
cables are sometimes used in areas subject to
high lightning or electromagnetic interference.

broadband: Denotes transmission facilities
capable of handling a wide range of
frequencies simultaneously, thus permitting
multiple channels in data systems, rather than
direct modulation.

inside plant: Tight buffered optical fiber cables
used for indoor applications.

dB: See “decibel”

blown fiber: A method for installing fiber cable in
which the cable is blown through the duct.

breaking strength: The amount of force needed
to break a fiber.

hybrid cable: A optical fiber cable containing
two or more different types of fiber. The
most common hybrid includes 62.5/125 µm
multimode mixed with single mode fiber.

intrabuilding: Refers to within buildings.

decibel (dB): The unit for measuring the relative
strength of light signals (attenuation), normally
expressed in dB.

breakout cable: Multi fiber cables where each
fiber is further protected by an additional
jacket and strength elements.

grounding: Connecting the metal components
of a cable sheath to earth, generally through
a ground rod.

conduit: Also known as duct. A pipe or tube that
may be buried or installed within buildings
through which cables can be pulled or housed.

bend radius: The radius which a fiber or
cable can be bent before risking increased
attenuation or fiber breaks.

bonding: Electrically connecting the metallic
components of cable sheaths together.

distribution cable: Generally tight buffered fiber
cables used for various indoor applications.
Distribution cables are usually 6 thru 144 fiber
count cables.
duct: See “conduit”
duplex cable: A cable containing 2 fibers.
Standard configurations are duplex round
and duplex zip.
EMI (electromagnetic interference):
Any electrical interference that causes
undesirable interference or failure in
electronic equipment. Optical fibers neither
emit nor receive EMI.
FDDI (Fiber Distributed Data Interface):
A transmission standard for a optical fiber
local area network.

jacket: A plastic extrusion over a cable.

km (kilometer): One thousand meters,
or approximately 3,281 feet, or 0.62 miles.
The kilometer is a standard unit of length
measurement in fiber optics.
LAN: See “Local Area Network”
lashing: Attachment of a cable to a support strand
by wrapping steel wire helically around them.
Local Area Network (LAN): A geographically
limited communications network intended
for the local transport of voice, data and video.
loose tube cable: A type of cable construction
where the fibers are encased in buffer tubes
having a diameter several times larger than
the fiber offering excellent fiber protection
and segregation. This design offers excellent
protection for outdoor environments.
macrobending: Visible bends often caused by
exceeding suggested bend radius of a cable.
MFD: See “mode field diameter”
mode field diameter (MFD): Also known as spot
size. The diameter of the one mode of light
propagating in a single mode fiber. Since the
mode field diameter is larger than the core
diameter, it replaces core diameter as the
practical parameter in single mode fiber.

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-19

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

fiber optics: Light transmission through optical
fibers for communication or signaling.

OSP COMPOSITE

aramid yarn: Strength elements that provide
tensile strength, support and additional
protection of the fiber bundles. Kevlar®
and Twaron® are brands of aramid yarns.

central member: The center component in some
cable designs. It serves as a strength and
anti-buckling element. The central member
material is typically either steel or glassreinforced plastic.

fiber core: The central region of an optical fiber
through which light is transmitted. Fiber cores
have a higher index of refraction than the
cladding in order to contain the light.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

all dielectric: Non-conducting; made entirely
of dielectric (insulating) materials, without
any metal conductors.

cable core: The central portion of a cable
containing the optical fibers and surrounded
by a sheath.

fiber bend radius: The radius a fiber can bend
before the risk of breakage or increase
in attenuation.

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

aerial cable: Optical fiber cable suspended in
the air usually on utility poles. Except for self
supporting cables an external messenger
strand is used to support the cable.

cable bend radius: The effective radius resulting
when a cable is bent. Often specified as a
minimum bend radius that can be applied
without causing damage to the cable’s
components.

fiber: An optical fiber is a thin piece of glass
used for transmitting optical signals. An
optical fiber consists of three layers: the core,
cladding and coating. It is capable of carrying
information in the form of light.

BELL OSP COPPER

absorption: The loss of light energy in an optical
fiber, resulting from conversion of optical
power into heat and caused primarily by
naturally occuring impurities and defects
in the glass.

cable: An assembly of one or more optical
fibers formed into a core and covered with
a protective sheath providing mechanical
and environmental protection.

OSP COPPER WIRE

FIBER Glossary of Terms

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Fiber

TECHNICAL INFO

Glossary of Terms

PREMISES COPPER

Glossary of Terms
Fiber

MHz (megahertz): A unit of frequency that
is equal to one million cycles per second.

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

RoHS-compliant: (The Restriction of Hazardous
Substances Directive) RoHS-compliant was
adopted in February 2003 by the European
Union. The RoHS took effect on July 1,
2006, but is not a law; it is simply a directive
for participating countries, including the
European Union (exclusive of the United
States and many other countries). This
directive restricts the use of six hazardous
materials in the manufacture of various types
of electronic and electrical equipment.
RoHS-compliant is often referred to as
the “lead-free” directive.

microbending: A small fiber bend, invisible to the
unaided eye, that results in light displacement
and increased loss. They can occur due to
coating, cabling, installation and temperature.
micron: One thousandth of a millimeter or one
millionth of a meter (10-6 meters). A micron
can be used to specify the core diameter
of optical fiber network cabling.
minimum bend radius: The amount of bend
a fiber (or cable) can withstand before
experiencing problems in performance.

SAP: Abbreviation used to denote super
absorbent polymer.

OSP COMPOSITE

MMF: See “multimode fiber”

scattering: A property of the fiber that causes
light to change direction, contributes to
optical attenuation.

mode: A term used to describe an independent
light path through a fiber. Only one mode
propagates in a single mode fiber whereas
several modes propagate in a multimode fiber.

sheath: The protective outer covering of a cable
core, including metallic shields and jackets.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

multifiber cable: An optical fiber cable that
contains two or more fibers.

single mode fiber (SMF): An optical fiber in
which the signal travels in one mode. The fiber
has a small core diameter, typically 8.3 µm.

multimode fiber (MMF): A type of optical fiber
in which light travels in multiple modes.
The most common multimode fiber sizes
(core/cladding) are 50/125 and 62.5/125.

SMF: See “single mode fiber”
spot size: See “mode field diameter”

nm (nanometer): One-billionth of a meter or
10-9 meter; a unit of measurement typically
used to express the wavelength of light.

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

stranding: The manufacturing process by which
cable components, such as buffer tubes
and yarns, are helically assembled around
a central member forming a round core.

NEC (National Electrical Code):
Defines flammability requirements for cables
installed within buildings. (Local codes take
precedence but may refer to or require
compliance to the NEC.)

strength member: The part of a optical fiber
cable composed of aramid yarns or fiberglass
that increase the tensile strength of the cable.
tensile strength: The pulling strength or force
necessary to break a material.

nonmetallic cable: See “dielectric cable”
optical fiber: See “fiber”

BELL OSP COPPER

thermoplastic: A material that softens with
heat but returns to its original condition
when cooled.

OSP: See “Outside Plant”
Outside Plant (OSP): The portion of a cable
network that resides outside of buildings.

tight buffer optical fiber cable: Type of cable
construction where the plastic buffer is
applied directly over the coating on the fiber
to a diameter of 900 µm.

OSP COPPER WIRE

plenum: A compartment or chamber to which
one or more air ducts are connected and that
forms part of the air distribution system
(i.e. the space above the drop ceiling).

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

PE (polyethylene): A type of thermoplastic
material used for Outside Plant (OSP)
cable jackets.

PVDF (Polyvinylidene Difluoride):
A fluoropolymer material that is resistant to
heat and used in the jackets of plenum cable.

wavelength: The distance between two
successive points on adjacent waves,
usually measured in nanometers (nm).

PMD (Polarization Mode Dispersion):
The broadening of a light pulse due to the time
delay of one of the two pulse components.
If significant enough, the result is a bit error.

WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for
Microwave Access): A Broadband Wireless
Access (BWA) solution that is based on
standards recommendations from both
the Institute for Electrical and Electronics
Engineers (IEEE) 802.16 working group and
the European Telecommunications Standards
Institute (ETSI).
window: A range of wavelengths within which
a fiber best operates.

TECHNICAL INFO

riser cables: Riser cables are intended for use
in elevator (vertical) shafts between floors
in a building. They are OFNR listed (UL 1666).
Also a fire-code rating for indoor cable
connectivity.

J-20

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

3.	 DELIVERY, TITLE, RISK OF LOSS, AND SHIPPING OF PRODUCTS

Title to and risk of loss of the Products shall pass to Buyer upon tender of such Products to Buyer at Seller’s factory
or a common carrier. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing by both parties, Buyer shall pay for shipping costs and
charges for the Products. All shipments will be at the Seller’s option. Wherever transportation rates and carrier’s
liability for damage depend upon the value of the shipment as declared by shipper, Seller will declare such value
as will entitle Buyer to have the Products shipped at the lowest permissible rates unless otherwise instructed in
writing by Buyer.
Buyer will furnish destination instructions for all Products as promptly as possible. Any shipping date provided by
Seller is the Seller’s best estimate and will not operate to bind Seller to ship or make deliveries on such date. In
the absence of destination instructions, Seller will not be required to ship Buyer any Products. Seller shall not be
liable for loss or damage attributed to negligence either in selection of the carrier or in agreeing with a carrier to
contract terms on Buyer’s behalf.

4.	 LIMITED WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS

Seller warrants to Buyer that at the time of delivery the Products will be free from material defects in workmanship
and materials under normal use and will conform substantially to Seller’s applicable specification. As Buyer’s sole
and exclusive remedy and Seller’s entire liability for any breach of the foregoing warranty, Seller will, at its sole
option and expense, either refund the purchase price paid, repair or replace the Product which fails to meet this
warranty upon return of the nonconforming Product; provided, Buyer notifies Seller of noncompliance in writing
within one (1) year of delivery of such Product. Transportation charges to and from Seller’s location for the return
of nonconforming Products to Seller and their re-shipment to Buyer and the risk of loss thereof will be borne by
Seller. Buyer shall use Seller’s designated carrier for all re-shipments. These warranties do not apply to any Product
that was not properly stored or handled by the Buyer, that was repaired or altered or was otherwise subject to
abuse, neglect or improper use by Buyer, or that has any stage of processing performed on it which causes the
defect. EXCEPT WITH RESPECT TO THE SPECIFIC WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN THIS SECTION 4 OF THESE TERMS,
SELLER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE PRODUCTS
OR PERFORMANCE OF ITS OBLIGATIONS HEREUNDER, AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Without limitation, under no circumstances shall
Seller be liable for any costs associated with reworking, re-manufacturing or scrapping goods in which defective
Product supplied by Seller was incorporated, for any costs associated with production stoppages, machinery
breakdown or recall campaigns, or for any trouble shooting, administrative or engineering charges.

5.	 CLAIMS OF PATENT INFRINGEMENT

Seller shall conduct, at its own expense, the entire defense of any claim, suit, action or other proceedings (“Claim”)
brought against Buyer by a third party alleging that any Product infringes upon any United States patent of any third
party; provided, however: (i) Seller receives prompt written notice of the Claim; (ii) Seller has full control of the
defense and all related settlement negotiations; (iii) the Products are made according to a specification or design
furnished by Seller, or if a process patent is involved, the process performed by the Products are recommended in
writing by Seller; and (iv) Buyer provides Seller with all necessary assistance, information and authority to perform
the defense and negotiate settlement thereof. Provided all four of the foregoing conditions are met, Seller shall,
at its own expense, either settle said Claim or shall pay all damages (excluding consequential damages) and costs
awarded by the court therein. If the use or resale of such Products is finally enjoined, Seller shall, at Seller’s option,
procure for defendant the right to use or resell the Products, replace them with equivalent non-infringing Products,
modify them so they become non-infringing but equivalent, or remove them and refund the purchase price (less a
reasonable allowance for use, damage or obsolescence). Buyer shall indemnify and hold Seller harmless from all
Claims based upon (i) the use of a Product customized for Buyer based on Buyer’s ideas, specifications or designs,
(ii) the performance of a process performed by the Products not recommended in writing by Seller, or (iii) the use
or sale of the Products delivered hereunder in combination with other products not delivered to Buyer by Seller.
Seller is excused from performing any of its obligations under these Terms, any order or Sales Agreement if
its performance is prevented, hindered or delayed by delays of suppliers, acts of God, nature, governments or
their agencies, terrorism, war or sabotage, compliance in good faith with any applicable foreign or domestic
governmental regulation or order (whether or not it proves to be invalid), fires, riots, inability to supply or obtain
labor, products, materials, raw materials, supplies, fuel or utilities, labor disputes, work stoppages, lockouts, delays
in transportation, earthquakes, floods, storms or other severe weather conditions, power shortages or power
failures or any other events or circumstances beyond Seller’s reasonable control (an “Event”). To the extent an
Event delays Seller’s performance, such performance shall be extended for as many days beyond the due date as
is required to obtain removal of such delay; provided, however, if Seller is unable to perform any of its obligations
under any order due to an Event for more than thirty (30) days, it may in its sole option terminate, without liability

9.	 CANCELLATIONS AND RETURNS

Due to raw material and manufacturing plant scheduling, all orders accepted by Seller are non-cancelable unless (i)
such order is cancelled in writing thirty (30) days prior to the scheduled ship date and (ii) the Products ordered were
not manufactured as special or customized items. If paid for, cancelled Products may be returned for credit only.
Return of any Product must be authorized by Seller. Seller will issue a formal RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION
(RMA) to support all authorized returns. For any credit, this document must provide the Buyer’s order number,
Seller’s invoice number, part number, description, and quantity of item to be returned, and reason for request.
Standard stock items are returnable at invoice price less a 20% restocking charge, freight prepaid by Buyer to
the plant of manufacturer or Seller’s designated location. Non-stock items and/or special items are not subject to
return. All material must be returned to Seller undamaged and in the original packaging.

10.	 PACKAGING MATERIAL

The Metal Reels Seller uses to ship Products to Buyer shall always remain the property of Seller and are not a
component of Buyer’s purchase. Seller will arrange with Buyer for pick-up of the Metal Reels from the original ship
to location at Seller’s expense. Seller reserves the right to charge for Metal Reels not returned within 1 year or
which are damaged as the result of improper handling or storage.

11.	 CHANGES — PROCESS, MATERIAL AND PRODUCT DESIGN

Seller continually develops and uses new processes, materials and product designs in an effort to improve its
Products, while maintaining conformity to specifications. If Buyer’s applications of the Products rely upon any
performance, dimensional or constant criteria other than as required by the applicable specifications, Buyer must
conduct regular testing or evaluation of those specific Products. Seller makes no warranty or representation of
any nature that any material shipped conforms to any material of like product description as may have previously
been delivered to Buyer.

12.	 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

IN NO EVENT WILL SELLER BE LIABLE TO BUYER FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, DELAY,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF DIRECT OR INDIRECT PROFITS,
REVENUE, OR USE, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF BUYER OR ANY OTHER
PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL SELLER’S AGGREGATE
LIABILITY TO BUYER EXCEED ALL AMOUNTS ACTUALLY PAID BY BUYER TO SELLER. These limitations shall apply
notwithstanding any failure of essential purpose of the limited remedy set forth in Section 4.

13.	 CONFIDENTIALITY

Buyer will not disclose to third persons any proprietary or confidential information of Seller concerning its business
and operations, including without limitation, pricing information, for a period of five (5) years from the date such
confidential information was learned or for confidential information meeting the definition of “trade secret” under
applicable law, until such information is no longer a “trade secret.” Confidential Information does not include any
data or information that is publicly known or in the public domain through means that do not involve a breach by
Buyer of its obligations set forth herein.

14. 	ADDITIONAL TERMS

The provisions of these Terms and the Sales Agreement, if any, constitute the entire agreement between Buyer
and Seller with respect to the matter contained herein and supersedes any prior oral or written communications,
understanding, representations, proposals or agreements. Seller may revise these Terms from time to time. These
Terms may not be amended or modified by Buyer except upon the execution of a written agreement signed by
both parties indicating an intent to modify these Terms. Neither Buyer nor Seller may assign any of its rights or
obligations hereunder or under any order; provided, however, that Seller shall be permitted to assign any of its
rights or obligations under these Terms, Sales Agreement or any order in connection with the sale or transfer of all
or substantially all of its assets or capital stock, whether by merger, reorganization, consolidation or other similar
transaction. If any provision of these Terms is held invalid, unenforceable or in conflict with any law by a court of
competent jurisdiction or arbitration tribunal, such provision shall be deemed severed from these Terms and the
validity of the remainder of these Terms shall not be affected thereby. The provisions of these Terms that by their
nature are reasonably intended by the parties to survive the expiration or termination of the Terms or any accepted
order, including without limitation sections 4, 5, 11, 12, 13 and this section 14, shall survive the expiration or
termination of the Terms or any accepted order.

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-21

PREMISES COPPER
PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Buyer’s solvency is a condition of Seller’s performance and Seller may, at any time, in its sole discretion for
credit reasons (including a good faith belief that a current or future payment is or may be impaired) or because
of Buyer’s breach of this or any other agreement with Seller, suspend or change credit terms, fix a limit on credit,
require progress payments, demand payment in full of any outstanding balance, withhold shipments, demand COD
or request other assurances of payment, cancel or terminate any order or agreement, or repossess all Products
previously delivered, which Products shall become the absolute property of Seller subject to credit therefore. Seller
retains a security interest in Products delivered hereunder until paid in full. Notwithstanding any other provision of
these Terms, Seller reserves the right in its absolute discretion from time to time to require payment in full of the
price of the Products before delivery of all or any of the Products
Seller may terminate any order or Sales Agreement by written notice to Buyer if (i) a receiver or trustee is appointed
for any of Buyer’s property; (ii) Buyer is adjudicated or voluntarily becomes bankrupt under any bankruptcy,
dissolution or reorganization laws or similar legislation; (iii) Buyer becomes insolvent or makes an assignment for
the benefit of creditors; (iv) an execution is issued pursuant to a judgment rendered against Buyer; or (v) Buyer
is unable or refuses to make payment to Seller. If any order or Sales Agreement is terminated by Seller pursuant
to this section, Seller shall be relieved of any further obligation to Buyer and Buyer shall reimburse Seller for its
termination costs and expenses and a reasonable allowance for profit.
Each order shall be treated as a separate transaction, but if Buyer shall fail to fulfill the payment terms of any
order, Seller may without prejudice to any other lawful remedy defer further shipments and/or cancel any order.
Buyer shall be liable to Seller for all costs and fees, including attorneys’ fees, which Seller may reasonably incur
in any actions by Seller taken to collect on any overdue account of Buyer. In addition to any right of set off or
recoupment provided by law, Buyer agrees that all its accounts with Seller will be administered on a net settlement
basis and that Seller may set off debits and credits, including Seller’s attorney fees and costs of enforcement,
against any of Buyer’s accounts regardless of basis for such debits and credits and without advance notice. In
this section, “Seller” includes Seller’s parent, subsidiaries and affiliates, and “Buyer” includes Buyer’s parent,
subsidiaries and affiliates.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Any and all taxes (not including any U.S. income or excess profit taxes attributable to Seller) which may be imposed
by any taxing authority, arising from the sale, delivery or use of the Products and for which Seller may be held
responsible for collection or payment, either on its own behalf or that of Buyer, shall be paid by Buyer to Seller
upon Seller’s demand.

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Orders are not binding upon Seller until accepted by Seller in its sole discretion. No order submitted by Buyer
shall be deemed accepted by Seller unless and until either confirmed in writing by Seller or by delivery of the
Product specified in the order. Seller may modify Buyer’s order where necessary as follows: (a) substituting the
latest or correct part number or part description for the part number or part description set forth on the order; (b)
substituting Seller’s prices in effect as applicable to the order; (c) substituting an estimated delivery schedule
which is reasonable (considering Seller’s stock availability and lead time); and (d) correcting any stenographical
or typographical error. The price of any Product sold to Buyer shall be Seller’s price in effect at time of order
entry. Overdue payments shall bear interest from the due date until paid at a rate of 1.5% (.015) per month or the
maximum legal rate, whichever is less. Unless otherwise agreed to by the parties, all shipping charges and costs
shall be paid by Buyer. Seller’s weights shall govern provisional and final settlement.
Credit is extended at the sole discretion of Seller. If credit has been extended, the amount of credit may be changed
or credit withdrawn by Seller at any time, in its sole discretion. If a cash discount is stipulated, it is subject to
Buyer’s entire account being current. Seller will charge and Buyer shall pay a convenience fee of 2.5% of the total
invoice amount on all invoices paid by Buyer using a credit card. Any discounts given to Buyer by Seller in relation
to the price of the Products are conditional upon payment for the Products being made strictly in accordance with
the Sales Agreement and these Terms and to Buyer’s entire account for all products purchased from Seller being
current. Fees for and relating to the Products are subject to adjustment in the event there are cost increases
created by circumstances such as, but not limited to, changes in government energy policies, fuel and energy
increases, metal premium or metal processing charges, chemical or material price increases, material and supply
shortages, transportation and shipping costs. Any accepted order requiring special manufacturing processes,
inspection, specified weight, packaging, test results, certification, etc., is subject to additional charges.

Rev 9/10 Ed 10.2

7.	 TAXES AND EXPORTS

8.	 FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF BUYER

2.	 PRICE AND PAYMENT

6.	 EXCUSABLE PERFORMANCE

or penalty, any Sales Agreement, order or obligation in whole or in part. It is expressly understood that the Seller
has available a limited source for the materials used by Seller in the manufacture of the Products. If there is an
interference, limitation or cessation of any material from Seller’s source of supply for any reason, Buyer agrees
to relieve the Seller temporarily, proportionately, or permanently of liability under these Terms or any Sales
Agreement or order, depending upon whether the interruption of the source of supply is a temporary interruption, a
reduced delivery of materials, or a permanent cessation of supply. In the event there is a Product shortage pursuant
to this section, Seller may ration and distribute such Products as it deems appropriate.

BELL OSP COPPER

These Terms and Conditions of Sale (the “Terms”) govern Buyer’s purchase of any communication wire products
(the “Products”) from Superior Essex Communications LP or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates (collectively,
“Seller”). Buyer’s purchase of the Products is limited to the terms and conditions contained herein. If there is an
executed written sales agreement in effect between the parties (a “Sales Agreement”), these Terms form a part
thereof. Any additional or different terms in any of Buyer’s forms are hereby deemed to be material alterations
and Seller hereby provides notice of objection and rejection of any such terms. Waiver by Seller of any breach,
remedy or provision of these Terms shall not be construed to be a waiver of any succeeding breach or any other
provision or legal remedy of Seller. These Terms and all accepted orders shall be construed in accordance with the
laws of the State of Georgia, United States of America without regard to its conflict of law principles. The section
headings of these Terms are for ease of reference only and shall not be admissible in any action to alter, modify
or interpret the contents of any section hereof. The International Convention on the Sale of Goods shall have no
application to any sales of Products hereunder.

OSP COPPER WIRE

1.	 GENERAL

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Terms and Conditions

TECHNICAL INFO

Standard Warranty

PREMISES COPPER

PerformaLink® Warranty
Terms and Conditions

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER

WARRANTY

Administration

The PerformaLink® Warranty provides that at the time of delivery, the premises
copper cables (e.g. CAT 5e, CAT 5e ScTP, CAT 6, CAT 6 ScTP, CAT 6A STP,
CAT 6A ScTP) and premises fiber optic network installations will be free
from defects in design, material, and manufacture and conform substantially
to the TIA 568 series industry specifications in force at the time of
purchase for a period of twenty-five (25) years from the delivery date (the
“PerformaLink Warranty”).

To receive the PerformaLink Warranty all customers must complete and return
the PerformaLink Warranty registration form within 10 days of installation
completion. Registration forms can be submitted through mail, fax, or e-mail.
Test data must be sent electronically.

SCOPE

1.	 PerformaLink® Warranty Superior Essex
6120 Powers Ferry Road
Suite 150
Atlanta, GA 30339-2923

OSP COMPOSITE

The PerformaLink Warranty covers the permanent link of the network as
defined by the ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B series, which includes the cable and
connecting hardware. The PerformaLink Warranty does not cover other
elements of the channel, such as patch cords and workstation cords. The
customer must notify Superior Essex of warranty noncompliance, in writing,
within 10 days of the defect discovery date.

Warranty registration will then be approved or disapproved with a response
sent to the registrant. Registration applications may be sent using one of the
addresses below:

2.	 E-mail: Warranties@SPSX.com
3.	 Fax: 770.657.6770

Claims, Exclusive Remedies and Disclaimers
QUALIFICATION
To qualify for the PerformaLink Warranty, customer must meet the following
conditions:

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

1.	 The connectivity equipment used in the network must be supplied by
one or more of the approved suppliers AND each component must be
manufactured, tested, and independently verified by UL, ITS/ETL, or any
approved independent testing agency to meet the TIA 568 series industry
standard in force at the time of purchase. The companies currently
recognized as approved connectivity suppliers are:

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

•	 ADC/Krone

•	 Hellermann Tyton

•	 AllenTel

•	 Hubbell

•	 AMP/Tyco

•	 Ortronics

•	 Belden IBDN

•	 Panduit

•	 Corning

•	 Siemon

•	 Systimax/
CommScope
•	 Uniprise/
CommScope

2.	 The network system must be designed and installed by “BICSI Certified” or
Superior Essex approved designers and installers.
3.	 Each link in the network must be field tested in accordance with the TIA 568
series industry standard in force at the time of purchase AND the installed
network links must have passed all TIA 568 requirements.

BELL OSP COPPER

4.	 PerformaLink Warranty registration form must be properly completed and
submitted to Superior Essex within 10 days of installation completion.

OSP COPPER WIRE

5.	 Copies of all test reports must be submitted along with the registration form
to Superior Essex and be kept on file by the registrant to be resubmitted
when requested by Superior Essex. Data must be exported in the original
native file format of the tester (see below) used and submitted via CD along
with the registration form to Superior Essex.

The validity of any warranty claim shall be determined by Superior Essex in its
sole discretion. A claim will be reviewed for validity only if all of the following
are satisfied:
1.	 Reported in writing to Superior Essex within ten (10) days of date of defect
discovery;
2.	 All installation records are provided to Superior Essex (original network
installation design prints, test results, warranty registration) evidence of
original test, including reports showing compliance to all applicable TIA
568 requirements;
3.	 Copies of all original receipts for materials and labor from the date of initial
installation are provided to Superior Essex; and
4.	 Superior Essex has full and open access to inspect and evaluate the
installation site.
As customer’s sole and exclusive remedy and the Superior Essex entire
liability for any breach of the foregoing PerformaLink Warranty, Superior Essex
will, at its sole option and expense, i) either replace or repair the defective
components and ii) reimburse customer for necessary and reasonable labor
costs provided prior approval is obtained from Superior Essex. The Superior
Essex total liability hereunder to the customer shall not exceed $500 per each
network permanent link or end-user drop.
EXCEPT WITH RESPECT TO THE SPECIFIC WARRANTIES SET FORTH
HEREIN, SUPERIOR ESSEX MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE PRODUCTS, INSTALLATION OR
PERFORMANCE OF ITS OBLIGATIONS HEREUNDER, AND SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

6.	 The following field testers are recognized under the Superior Essex
Warranty Programs as acceptable for use to certify installations for
warranty coverage.
Fluke Networks:

Ideal Industries:

•	 DSP-4000 Series

•	 LANTEK 6, 6a, 7,
7g Series

•	 DTX Series
CANADIAN OSP COPPER

•	 OMNIScanner 2

Agilent:

®

•	 WireScope 350
•	 WireScope Pro

•	 LT 8000 Series
•	 LANTEK II 350, 500,
1000 and LANTEK II
FiberTEK FDX

The PerformaLink Warranty will be void unless the system is maintained in
accordance with industry standards and no changes are made after warranty
issuance and acceptance date, unless Superior Essex grants written consent.

TECHNICAL INFO

J-22

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/29/10 Ed 10.7

Application

Warranty Request Date:

Primary Contact Name:

Street Address:

Street Address:

City:

State:

Telephone:

Fax:

Zip:

State:

Telephone:

Fax:

Zip:

E-Mail Address:

OSP COMPOSITE

E-Mail Address:

City:

OSP FIBER

Primary Contact Name:

PREMISES FIBER

Installation Contractor Information
Contractor Name

Project
Project Manager:
Proj. Manager Telephone:
Project Site Address:

Is Project Manager RCDD certified: Y / N
Certificate Number:
State:

Zip:

List any other certifications:

Project Site Phone Number:

Any Remote Site Locations: Y / N
If so, list all locations and contact information:

Other Contact Information:
Project Start Date:

Project Completion Date:

Terminations
Voice:

Data:

Video:

Other:

Number of Terminations

BELL OSP COPPER

Superior Essex Copper Product(s) Used:
Superior Essex Fiber Product(s) Used:
Connectivity Manufacturer(s)
Connectivity Manufacturer(s) Products Used:

OSP COPPER WIRE

Are all components certified to industry standards: Y / N
If so, which standards?

Is the System Designer BICSI certified? Y / N
If so, provide the designer’s certificate number.

Was system tested in accordance with TIA and BICSI standards? Y / N

Did all terminations pass all tests?: Y / N

Have test results been submitted to Superior Essex?: Y / N
Date Submitted:

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

List all network protocol applications:

List Distributor or reseller of Superior Essex:

Signature of the Warranty Holder is required.
Warranty Holder Signature:

Date:

Superior Essex use only
Superior Essex Approval Signature:

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Date:

Version of industry standards in place at time of purchase:

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-23

TECHNICAL INFO

City:

Proj. Manager E-Mail:

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Project Name:

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

End User Information
Company Name:

PREMISES COPPER

PerformaLink® Warranty

PREMISES COPPER

Campus Warranty
Highlights

PREMISES FIBER

A Total Approach to Campus-Wide Cabling

OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE

Today’s communications networks encompass more than the inside building data
cabling system. In a campus setting, the network extends outside – between the
buildings and through the telco rooms. Often the voice network is separate from the
data, yet it is designed and installed simultaneously with all other network cabling.

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Under the Superior Essex Campus Warranty Program, virtually all of the
telecommunications cabling needs of a campus project can be met with
the comprehensive coverage of a single warranty solution.

What You Get
The Superior Essex Campus Warranty assures that products within the cabling
system will be free from defects in material or workmanship, and will meet all
published performance specifications for the applicable term.

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

How it Works
The Campus Warranty provides true assurance from a single source. It covers
all the Superior Essex fiber and copper cables used throughout a campus, plus
connectivity hardware.
Obtaining a Campus Warranty that covers the inside building structured cabling,
premises voice, telco room cabling and/or Outside Plant (OSP) cable from
Superior Essex is simple:

BELL OSP COPPER

1.	 Install your structured cabling system using copper and/or fiber data cable
from Superior Essex for 100% of the installation in combination with a
®
connectivity manufacturer that is included in either the PerformaLink *
®
or NextLAN * warranties.

OSP COPPER WIRE

2a.	When using Superior Essex premises cable and Leviton connectivity, certify
your structured cabling installation in accordance with the NextLAN Warranty
requirements and your NextLAN Warranty will be provided. Then, submit the
completed Campus Warranty registration form with supporting documentation
to Superior Essex and your extended Campus Warranty on voice-grade
premises and OSP cable products will be provided.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

2b.	When using Superior Essex cable in combination with an approved
connectivity manufacturer listed in the PerformaLink Warranty (other than
Leviton), you can obtain your structured cabling warranty from Superior Essex
or the connectivity manufacturer. Once the structured cabling warranty is
obtained, submit both the complete Campus Warranty registration form and
required documentation to Superior Essex. Your Campus Warranty on voice
grade premises and OSP cable products will then be provided.

TECHNICAL INFO

J-24

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Outside Plant Cabling
20-Year extended warranty on all OSP copper and fiber cables used within
the campus project

Structured Cabling System
PerformaLink and NextLAN warranties assure that products within the system
will support current and future applications designed to operate over the structured
cabling system as defined by TIA/EIA and ISO/IEC at the time of manufacture.

25-Year Warranty on Cable and Connectivity
Installed as a PerformaLink® System*
PerformaLink structured cabling systems are warranted for 25 years. Superior
Essex will warrant PerformaLink copper or fiber installations to meet or exceed
the applicable TIA/EIA-568 and ISO/IEC 11801 standards when installed
by a certified contractor in accordance with industry standard practices.

Lifetime Warranty on Cable and Connectivity
Installed as a NextLAN® System*
NextLAN cabling systems are warranted for the lifetime of the building.
The NextLAN warranty covers the permanent link, channel and inside building
backbone as described in TIA/EIA-568 (including connectivity). The NextLAN
Lifetime Warranty guarantees the copper or fiber system will meet or exceed
the applicable TIA/EIA-568 and ISO/IEC 11801 standards when installed
by a certified contractor in accordance with industry standard practices.

*Details on the PerformaLink® and NextLAN® Warranties systems
requirements are available at www.SuperiorEssex.com/Comm.

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-25

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

20-Year extended warranty on all copper voice-grade premises cables used
within the campus project

BELL OSP COPPER

Premises Voice Cabling

OSP COPPER WIRE

For projects that use Superior Essex cables for 100% of the copper and fiber
structured cabling portion of the network project (i.e. horizontal and inside
building backbone), Superior Essex will provide a 20-year warranty for voice-grade
premises cables and OSP cables in the network. Specific terms and conditions
regarding the Campus Warranty are available at www.SuperiorEssex.com
or upon request.

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Premises Voice and OSP Cabling

TECHNICAL INFO

Campus Warranty Highlights

OSP COMPOSITE

OSP FIBER

PREMISES FIBER

Highlights

PREMISES COPPER

Campus Warranty

PREMISES COPPER

Campus Warranty
Terms and Conditions

PREMISES FIBER

Warranty

Claims, Exclusive Remedies and Disclaimers

The Campus Warranty provides that at the time of delivery, premises VoiceGrade Cable and Outside Plant (OSP) Cable products, when installed as part of
a campus network along with copper and/or fiber cables from Superior Essex
for 100% of the premises LAN installation, will be free from defects in design,
material, and manufacture and conform to manufacturer specifications in
force at the time of purchase for a period of twenty (20) years from the delivery
date (the “Campus Warranty”).

The validity of any warranty claim shall be determined by Superior Essex in its
sole discretion. A claim will be reviewed for validity only if all of the following
are satisfied:

OSP FIBER

Scope
The Campus Warranty covers Superior Essex cable products, installed within
a single campus location, which are not covered by other LAN premises
structured cabling warranty programs.

OSP COMPOSITE

Qualification
To qualify for the Campus Warranty, customer must meet the following
conditions:

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

1.	 The customer must obtain and submit proof of a premises LAN cabling system
warranty from Superior Essex, Leviton or a connectivity manufacturer
that is an approved participant of the PerformaLink® Warranty Program.
Companies currently recognized as approved PerformaLink connectivity
suppliers. Please see the PerformaLink Warranty Terms and Conditions for
a complete list of approved connectivity suppliers.
2.	 All cables covered by the Campus Warranty must be installed in accordance
with industry accepted practices.
3.	 Each copper pair and each optical fiber link covered by the Campus
Warranty must be tested in accordance with industry practices for proper
operation and customer acceptance.

1.	 Reported in writing to Superior Essex within ten (10) days of date of defect
discovery;
2.	 All installation records are provided to Superior Essex (original network
installation design prints, test results, warranty registration) evidence of
original test, including reports showing passing test results for each optical
link or copper pair;
3.	 Copies of all original receipts for materials and labor from the date of initial
installation are provided to Superior Essex; and
4.	 Superior Essex has full and open access to inspect and evaluate the
installation site.
As customer’s sole and exclusive remedy and the Superior Essex entire
liability for any breach of the foregoing Campus Warranty, Superior Essex
will, at its sole option and expense, i) either replace or repair the defective
components and ii) reimburse customer for necessary and reasonable labor
costs provided prior approval is obtained from Superior Essex. The Superior
Essex total liability shall not exceed $500 per each cable run.
EXCEPT WITH RESPECT TO THE SPECIFIC WARRANTIES SET FORTH
HEREIN, SUPERIOR ESSEX MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE PRODUCTS, INSTALLATION OR
PERFORMANCE OF ITS OBLIGATIONS HEREUNDER, AND SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

4.	 Appropriate registration form must be properly completed and submitted to
Superior Essex within 10 days of installation completion.
5.	 Copies of all test reports along with a copy of the original registration form
must be kept on file by the registrant for submission to Superior Essex in
the event of a warranty claim.

BELL OSP COPPER

The Campus Warranty will be void unless the cable products are maintained in
accordance with industry standards and no changes are made after warranty
issuance and acceptance date, unless Superior Essex grants written consent.
This warranty does not cover product failures caused by damage to the cable
by persons, machinery, foreign objects, animals, chemicals, acts of God, or by
other means that are beyond normal use.

Administration

OSP COPPER WIRE

To receive the Campus Warranty, all customers must complete and return
the Campus Warranty Registration Form to Superior Essex within 10 days of
installation completion. Registration forms may be submitted through mail, fax,
or E-mail. Warranty registration will then be approved or disapproved with a
response sent to the registrant.
Registration applications may be sent using one of the addresses below:

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

1.	 Campus Warranty Superior Essex
6120 Powers Ferry Road
Suite 150
Atlanta, GA 30339-2923
2.	 E-mail: Warranties@SPSX.com
3.	 Fax: 770.657.6770

TECHNICAL INFO

J-26

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Rev 9/23/10 Ed 10.1.3

Application

Warranty Request Date:

Primary Contact Name:

Street Address:

Street Address:

City:

State:

Telephone:

Fax:

Zip:

E-Mail Address:

City:

State:

Telephone:

Fax:

OSP FIBER

Primary Contact Name:

PREMISES FIBER

Installation Contractor Information
Contractor Name

Zip:

OSP COMPOSITE

End User Information
Company Name:

E-Mail Address:

Project
Project Name:

PREMISES COPPER

Campus Warranty

Project Manager:

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Project Manager Phone Number:
Project Manager E-Mail Address:
Project Site Address:
State:

Zip:

List any other certifications:
Any Remote Site Locations: Y / N
If so, list all locations and contact information:

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Project Site Phone Number:
Other Contact Information:
Project Start Date:

Project Completion Date:

Project Details

BELL OSP COPPER

Is the structured cabling (horizontal and backbone data) 100% Superior Essex products?: Y / N
(Please enclose copy(ies) of purchase invoices for products eligible for warranty.)

An extended warranty is requested for which products?:

OSP COPPER WIRE

How much (in feet) of each product was installed?:

Were these components installed to industry Standards?: Y / N
List Distributor(s) where Superior Essex products were purchased:
(Please enclose copy(ies) of purchase invoices for products eligible for warranty.)

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Signature of the Warranty Holder is required.
Warranty Holder Signature:

Date:

Superior Essex use only
Superior Essex Approval Signature:

Date:

Version of industry standards in place at time of purchase:

Please fax this completed form to Gayle Watson @ 770.657.6770.

Rev 6/10 Ed 10.1

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-27

TECHNICAL INFO

City:

Is Project Manager RCDD certified: Y / N
Certificate Number:

PREMISES COPPER

Part Number Index

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

Part
Number

Page

Part
Number

Page

Part
Number

Page

Part
Number

Page

Part
Number

Page

01-026-38	
01-026-40	
01-028-38	
01-028-40	
01-031-38	
01-031-40	
01-034-38	
01-034-40	
01-038-38	
01-038-40	
01-057-38	
01-057-40	
01-059-38	
01-059-40	
01-062-38	
01-062-40	
01-065-38	
01-065-40	
01-069-38	
01-069-40	
01-073-38	
01-073-40	
01-075-40	
01-077-40	
01-081-40	
01-083-40	
01-085-40	
01-092-38	
01-092-40	
01-094-38	
01-094-40	
01-097-38	
01-097-40	
01-100-38	
01-100-40	
01-104-38	
01-104-40	
01-108-38	
01-108-40	
01-110-38	
01-110-40	
01-112-40	
01-116-40	
01-118-40	
01-120-40	
01-121-40	
01-124-40	
01-125-40	
01-126-40	
02-001-13	
02-002-13	
02-004-13	
02-005-13	
02-006-13	
02-006-13	
02-006-23	
02-010-23	
02-011-23	
02-020-23	
02-021-23	
02-022-23	
02-024-23	
02-031-23	
02-032-13	

F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-5
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-3
F-3
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-17
H-17
H-17
H-17
H-17
H-17
H-17
H-17
H-18

02-032-23	
02-033-23	
02-041-13	
02-050-13	
02-050-23	
02-051-13	
02-052-13	
02-053-13	
02-054-13	
02-062-03	
02-065-03	
02-069-03	
02-073-03	
02-075-03	
02-077-03	
02-081-03	
02-097-03	
02-097-61	
02-098-61	
02-100-03	
02-100-61	
02-102-13	
02-104-03	
02-104-61	
02-106-03	
02-108-03	
02-110-03	
02-110-23	
02-111-13	
02-111-23	
02-112-03	
02-113-13	
02-113-23	
02-114-13	
02-116-03	
02-118-03	
02-120-03	
02-120-13	
02-121-03	
02-124-03	
02-125-03	
02-126-03	
02-131-23	
02-132-23	
02-201-61	
02-203-61	
02-211-23	
02-221-13	
02-222-13	
02-223-13	
02-224-13	
02-311-23	
02-350-23	
02-360-23	
02-361-23	
02-362-23	
02-401-13	
02-409-13	
02-431-10	
02-450-13	
02-513-13*	
02-514-13*	
02-702-13*	
02-706-13*	

H-17
H-17
H-18
H-18
H-17
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
A-36
A-36
A-36
A-36
A-36
A-36
A-36
A-36
E-12
E-12
A-36
E-12
H-18
A-36
E-12
A-36
A-36
A-36
H-17
H-18
H-17
A-36
H-18
H-17
H-18
A-36
A-36
A-36
H-18
A-36
A-36
A-36
A-36
H-17
H-17
E-12
E-12
H-17
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-17
H-17
H-17
H-17
H-17
H-18
H-18
E-12
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18

02-810-10	
02-811-10	
02-813-10	
02-815-10	
02-820-10	
02-832-10	
02-840-10	
02-841-10	
02-D02-13	
02-D06-13	
02-D30-13	
02-E02-13	
02-G11-13	
02-G16-13	
02-G50-13	
02-H13-13	
03-H12-13	
04-001-54	
04-001-55	
04-001-58	
04-001-64	
04-001-65	
04-001-68	
04-002-54	
04-002-55	
04-002-58	
04-002-64	
04-002-65	
04-002-68	
04-003-54	
04-003-55	
04-003-58	
04-003-64	
04-003-65	
04-003-68	
04-022-16*	
04-023-85	
04-025-16*	
04-025-85	
04-026-04	
04-026-21	
04-026-27	
04-026-94	
04-028-04	
04-028-21	
04-028-27	
04-028-94	
04-031-04	
04-031-21	
04-031-27	
04-031-94	
04-034-04	
04-034-21	
04-034-27	
04-034-94	
04-038-04	
04-038-21	
04-038-27	
04-038-94	
04-052-17	
04-052-84	
04-053-17	
04-053-84	
04-055-17	

E-12
E-12
E-12
E-12
E-12
E-12
E-12
E-12
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
H-18
A-31
A-31
A-31
A-30
A-30
A-30
A-31
A-31
A-31
A-30
A-30
A-30
A-31
A-31
A-31
A-30
A-30
A-30
H-10
H-9
H-10
H-9
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
H-10
H-9
H-10
H-9
H-10

04-055-84	
04-056-17	
04-056-84	
04-057-04	
04-057-16*	
04-057-17	
04-057-21	
04-057-27	
04-057-85	
04-057-94	
04-058-17	
04-058-84	
04-058-85	
04-059-04	
04-059-21	
04-059-27	
04-059-94	
04-061-85	
04-062-04	
04-062-16*	
04-062-21	
04-062-27	
04-062-84	
04-062-94	
04-065-04	
04-065-21	
04-065-27	
04-065-94	
04-067-16*	
04-069-04	
04-069-21	
04-069-27	
04-069-94	
04-073-04	
04-073-21	
04-073-27	
04-073-94	
04-075-04	
04-075-21	
04-075-27	
04-077-04	
04-077-21	
04-077-27	
04-081-04	
04-081-21	
04-081-27	
04-083-04	
04-083-21	
04-083-27	
04-091-16	
04-092-04	
04-092-21	
04-092-27	
04-092-94	
04-094-04	
04-094-16	
04-094-21	
04-094-27	
04-094-94	
04-097-04	
04-097-21	
04-097-27	
04-097-31	
04-097-37	

H-9
H-10
H-9
F-15
H-10
H-10
F-13
F-17
H-9
F-19
H-10
H-9
H-9
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
H-9
F-15
H-10
F-13
F-17
H-9
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
H-10
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-15
F-13
F-17
H-10
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
H-10
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
A-32
A-32

04-097-85	
04-097-94	
04-098-85	
04-100-04	
04-100-21	
04-100-27	
04-100-94	
04-101-85	
04-104-04	
04-104-21	
04-104-27	
04-104-31	
04-104-37	
04-104-94	
04-108-04	
04-108-21	
04-108-27	
04-108-94	
04-110-04	
04-110-21	
04-110-27	
04-110-94	
04-112-04	
04-112-21	
04-112-27	
04-112-94	
04-116-04	
04-116-21	
04-116-27	
04-116-94	
04-118-04	
04-118-21	
04-118-27	
04-118-94	
04-120-04	
04-120-21	
04-120-27	
04-121-04	
04-121-21	
04-121-27	
04-124-04	
04-124-21	
04-124-27	
04-601-54	
04-601-55	
04-601-58	
04-601-64	
04-601-65	
04-601-68	
07-021-51	
07-021-52	
07-021-53	
07-021-54	
07-021-55	
07-021-56	
07-021-57	
07-021-58	
07-021-59	
07-021-68	
07-021-69	
07-021-70	
07-021-71	
07-021-72	
07-021-73	

H-9
F-19
H-9
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
H-9
F-15
F-13
F-17
A-32
A-32
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-19
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-15
F-13
F-17
F-15
F-13
F-17
A-31
A-31
A-31
A-30
A-30
A-30
I-10
I-10
I-10
I-10
I-10
I-10
I-10
I-10
I-10
I-9
I-9
I-9
I-9
I-9
I-9

J-28

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Part
Number

Page

07-021-74	
I-9
07-021-75	
I-9
I-9
07-021-76	
07-021-77	
I-9
07-021-90	
I-9
I-9
07-021-98	
07-021-99	
I-9
07-022-08	
I-9
07-022-11	
I-9
07-022-12	
I-9
07-024-74	G-18
09-026-02	
F-9
F-11
09-026-92	
09-028-02	
F-9
09-028-92	
F-11
09-031-02	
F-9
09-031-77	G-15
09-031-92	
F-11
09-034-02	
F-9
09-034-05	
F-7
09-034-77	G-15
09-034-92	
F-11
09-038-02	
F-9
09-038-77	G-15
09-038-92	
F-11
09-057-02	
F-9
09-057-05	
F-7
09-057-92	
F-11
09-059-02	
F-9
09-059-05	
F-7
F-11
09-059-92	
09-062-02	
F-9
09-062-05	
F-7
09-062-77	G-15
09-062-92	
F-11
09-065-02	
F-9
09-065-05	
F-7
09-065-77	G-15
09-065-92	
F-11
09-069-02	
F-9
09-069-77	G-15
09-069-92	
F-11
09-073-02	
F-9
09-073-77	G-15
09-073-92	
F-11
09-075-02	
F-9
09-075-77	G-15
09-075-92	
F-11
09-077-02	
F-9
09-077-77	G-15
09-077-92	
F-11
09-081-02	
F-9
09-081-77	G-15
09-081-92	
F-11
09-083-02	
F-9
09-083-77	G-15
09-083-92	
F-11
09-085-02	
F-9
09-085-77	G-15
09-085-92	
F-11
09-087-02	
F-9
09-092-02	
F-9
09-092-05	
F-7
09-092-92	
F-11

Page

Part
Number

Page

11-002-87	
11-002-88	
11-002-89	
11-003-12	
11-003-13	
11-003-30	
11-003-45	
11-003-46	
11-003-47*	
11-003-53	
11-003-55*	
11-003-65	
11-003-66	
11-003-91	
11-003-92	
11-005-90	
11006xN01	
11006xx01	
11006xxM1	
11012xN01	
11012xx01	
11012xxM1	
11024C02Q	
11024D01Q	
11024xN01	
11024xx01	
11024xxM1	
11036xN01	
11036xx01	
11036xxM1	
11048xN01	
11048xx01	
11048xxM1	
11072xN01	
11072xx01	
11072xxM1	
11096xN01	
11096xx01	
11096xxM1	
11120xxM1	
11144xN01	
11144xx01	
11216xN01	
11216xx01	
11288xN01	
11288xx01	
12-001-04	
12-001-11	
12-001-12	
12-001-13	
12-002-11	
12-003-11	
12-003-12	
12-003-13	
12-004-08	
12-004-11	
12-004-12	
12-005-12	
12-005-13	
12-006-08	
12006xx01	
12006xxM1	
12-007-08	
12-008-08	

A-37
A-37
A-37
A-37
A-37
D-3
H-14
H-14
E-9
H-14
E-9
I-13
I-13
A-37
A-37
H-17
C-12
C-2
C-8
C-12
C-2
C-8
D-8
D-8
C-12
C-2
C-8
C-12
C-2
C-8
C-12
C-2
C-8
C-12
C-2
C-8
C-12
C-2
C-8
C-8
C-12
C-2
C-12
C-2
C-12
C-2
H-16
E-13
E-13
E-13
E-13
E-13
E-13
E-13
H-5
E-13
E-13
E-13
E-13
H-5
C-4
C-10
H-5
H-5

12-009-08	
12-010-08	
12-011-04	
12012xx01	
12012xxM1	
12-013-08	
12-014-08	
12-015-08	
12-016-04	
12-018-04	
12-019-08	
12-021-09	
12-022-08	
12-022-09	
12-023-08	
12-023-09	
12-024-08	
12024D01Q	
12024D02Q	
12024xx01	
12024xxM1	
12-025-08	
12-026-08	
12-031-08	
12-031-12	
12-032-08	
12-032-13	
12-033-13	
12-034-13	
12-035-13	
12036xx01	
12036xxM1	
12-041-09	
12-042-09	
12-043-09	
12048xx01	
12048xxM1	
12072xx01	
12072xxM1	
12096xx01	
12096xxM1	
12-101-04	
12-101-13	
12-102-04	
12-102-13	
12-103-13	
12-104-04	
12-104-13	
12-105-04	
12-105-13	
12-106-04	
12-106-13	
12-107-04	
12-107-13	
12-108-13	
12-109-13	
12-111-04	
12-112-04	
12-112-13	
12120xxM1	
12-121-04	
12-122-04	
12-123-04	
12-140-03	

H-5
H-5
H-16
C-4
C-10
I-13
I-13
I-13
H-16
H-16
H-5
I-11
H-5
I-11
H-5
I-11
H-5
D-8
D-8
C-4
C-10
H-5
H-5
H-5
E-13
H-5
E-13
E-13
E-13
E-13
C-4
C-10
I-11
I-11
I-11
C-4
C-10
C-4
C-10
C-4
C-10
H-16
E-13
H-16
E-13
E-13
H-16
E-13
H-16
E-13
H-16
E-13
H-16
E-13
E-13
E-13
H-16
H-16
E-13
C-10
H-16
H-16
H-16
H-16

12144xx01	
12-201-15	
12-202-15	
12-202-37	
12-203-13	
12-203-15	
12-203-37	
12-204-15	
12-204-37	
12-205-15	
12-206-15	
12-206-32	
12-207-15	
12-208-15	
12-209-15	
12-210-15	
12-211-15	
12-212-32	
12-212-T5	
12-213-32	
12-213-T5	
12-214-37	
12-214-T5	
12-215-T5	
12-216-15	
12216xx01	
12-220-03	
12-262-01	
12288xx01	
12-301-07	
12-301-15	
12-302-07	
12-303-07	
12-303-13	
12-303-62*	
12-304-07	
12-304-13	
12-305-07	
12-305-13	
12-311-13	
12-311-36	
12-313-13	
12-318-13	
12-322-36	
12-326-11	
12-331-36	
12-401-15	
12-402-15	
12-402-37	
12-403-13	
12-403-15	
12-403-37	
12-404-37	
12-406-13	
12-412-32	
12-414-32	
12-414-52	
12-415-52	
12-416-52	
12-417-52	
12-501-07	
12-501-13	
12-519-08	
12-642-01	

C-4
E-14
E-14
A-37
E-13
E-14
A-37
E-14
A-37
E-14
E-14
A-37
E-14
E-14
E-14
E-14
E-14
A-37
E-15
A-37
E-15
A-37
E-15
E-15
E-14
C-4
H-16
H-15
C-4
H-7
E-14
H-7
H-7
E-13
A-37
H-7
E-13
H-7
E-13
E-13
H-15
E-13
E-13
H-15
E-13
H-15
E-14
E-14
A-37
E-13
E-14
A-37
A-37
E-13
A-37
A-37
A-37
A-37
A-37
A-37
H-7
E-13
H-5
H-15

12-801-08	
12-802-08	
12-805-62*	
12-825-62*	
12-842-01	
12-901-04	
12-902-04	
12-903-04	
12-904-04	
12-905-04	
12-907-04	
13006xx01	
13012xx01	
13024xx01	
13036xx01	
13048xx01	
13072xx01	
13096xx01	
13144xx01	
13216xx01	
13288xx01	
18-041-36	
18-042-13	
18-042-33	
18-141-13	
18-141-33	
18-141-36	
18-241-13	
18-241-23	
18-241-26	
18-241-33	
18-241-36	
18-241-43	
18-241-46	
18-241-56	
18-341-13	
18-341-33	
18-341-36	
18-341-46	
18-475-13	
18-475-33	
18-475-36	
18-475-46	
18-499-13	
18-499-33	
18-499-36	
18-499-46	
18-579-13	
18-579-33	
18-579-36	
18-599-13	
18-599-33	
18-599-36	
18-789-13	
18-789-33	
18-799-36	
18-799-46	
18-872-13	
18-872-33	
18-872-46	
18-A99-33	
18-A99-36	
18-B99-33	
18-B99-36	

H-6
H-6
A-37
A-37
H-15
H-16
H-16
H-16
H-16
H-16
H-16
C-22
C-22
C-22
C-22
C-22
C-22
C-22
C-22
C-22
C-22
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35
A-35

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-29

PREMISES COPPER

Part
Number

PREMISES FIBER

Page

OSP FIBER

Part
Number

OSP COMPOSITE

Page

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

09-156-02	
F-9
09-156-77	G-15
09-157-02	
F-9
09-157-77	G-15
09-158-77	G-15
09-159-02	
F-9
09-159-77	G-15
09-164-02	
F-9
10-001-15	
H-3
10-002-15	
H-3
10-002-17	
H-3
10-002-34	
H-8
10-002-34	
I-12
10-003-15	
H-3
10-003-17	
H-3
10-004-17	
H-3
10-006-15	
H-3
10-006-17	
H-3
10-006-19	
H-3
10-006-34	
I-12
10-012-15	
H-3
10-012-17	
H-3
10-012-19	
H-3
10-012-35	
H-8
10-012-35	
I-12
10-016-06	
H-2
10-018-17	
H-3
10-026-06	
H-2
10-040-29	
H-4
10-061-29	
H-4
10-096-06	
H-2
10-102-34	
H-8
10-102-34	
I-12
10-102-35	
H-8
10-102-35	
I-12
10-106-34	
H-8
10-106-34	
I-12
10-116-06	
H-2
10-206-34	
H-8
10-206-34	
I-12
10-212-35	
H-8
10-212-35	
I-12
10-261-38	
H-8
10-261-38	
I-12
10-262-38	
H-8
10-262-38	
I-12
10-265-38	
H-8
10-265-38	
I-12
10-281-38	
H-8
10-281-38	
I-12
10-284-38	
H-8
10-284-38	
I-12
10-285-38	
H-8
10-285-38	
I-12
10-306-34	
H-8
10-306-34	
I-12
10-503-34	
H-8
10-503-34	
I-12
10-921-38	
H-8
10-921-38	
I-12
10-923-38	
H-8
10-923-38	
I-12
11-001-02	
H-18
11-001-03	
H-18

Part
Number

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Page

BELL OSP COPPER

09-094-02	
F-9
09-094-05	
F-7
09-094-92	
F-11
09-097-02	
F-9
09-097-05	
F-7
09-097-77	G-15
09-097-92	
F-11
09-100-02	
F-9
09-100-05	
F-7
09-100-77	G-15
09-100-92	
F-11
09-104-02	
F-9
09-104-05	
F-7
09-104-77	G-15
09-104-92	
F-11
09-108-02	
F-9
09-108-05	
F-7
09-108-77	G-15
09-108-92	
F-11
09-110-02	
F-9
09-110-05	
F-7
09-110-77	G-15
09-110-92	
F-11
09-112-02	
F-9
09-112-77	G-15
09-112-92	
F-11
09-116-02	
F-9
09-116-77	G-15
09-116-92	
F-11
09-118-02	
F-9
09-118-77	G-15
09-118-92	
F-11
09-120-02	
F-9
09-120-77	G-15
09-120-92	
F-11
09-121-02	
F-9
09-121-77	G-15
09-121-92	
F-11
09-124-02	
F-9
09-124-77	G-15
09-124-92	
F-11
09-125-02	
F-9
09-125-77	G-15
09-125-92	
F-11
09-126-02	
F-9
09-126-92	
F-11
09-132-02	
F-9
09-132-77	G-15
09-135-02	
F-9
09-135-77	G-15
09-139-02	
F-9
09-139-77	G-15
09-143-02	
F-9
09-143-77	G-15
F-9
09-145-02	
09-145-77	G-15
09-147-02	
F-9
09-147-77	G-15
09-151-02	
F-9
09-151-77	G-15
09-153-02	
F-9
09-153-77	G-15
09-155-02	
F-9
09-155-77	G-15

Part
Number

OSP COPPER WIRE

Page

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part
Number

TECHNICAL INFO

Part Number Index

PREMISES COPPER

Part Number Index
Part
Number

Page

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

18-B99-46	 A-35
18-C99-33	 A-35
18-C99-36	 A-35
18-D99-33	 A-35
19-083-01	G-11
19-085-01	G-11
19-116-01	G-11
19-116-01	
I-9
19-118-01	G-11
19-120-01	G-11
19-121-01	G-11
19-124-01	G-11
19-125-01	G-11
19-126-01	G-11
19-151-01	G-11
19-153-01	G-11
19-155-01	G-11
19-156-01	G-11
19-157-01	G-11
19-158-01	G-11
19-159-01	G-11
19-161-01	G-11
19-162-01	G-11
19-164-01	G-11
19-167-01	G-11
1A006xx01	 C-5
1A006xxM1	 C-11
1A012xx01	 C-5
1A012xxM1	 C-11
1A024xx01	 C-5
1A024xxM1	 C-11
1A036xx01	 C-5
1A036xxM1	 C-11
1A048xx01	 C-5
1A048xxM1	 C-11
1A072xx01	 C-5
1A072xxM1	 C-11
1A096xx01	 C-5
1A096xxM1	 C-11
1A120xxM1	 C-11
1A144xx01	 C-5
1A216xx01	 C-5
1A288xx01	 C-5
1C006xx01	 C-7
1C012xx01	 C-7
1C024xx01	 C-7
1C036xx01	 C-7
1C048xx01	 C-7
1C072xx01	 C-7
1C096xx01	 C-7
1C144xx01	 C-7
1C216xx01	 C-7
1D006xx01	 C-6
1D012xx01	 C-6
1D024xx01	 C-6
1D036xx01	 C-6
1D048xx01	 C-6
1D072xx01	 C-6
1D096xx01	 C-6
1D144xx01	 C-6
1D216xx01	 C-6
1F006x111	 C-13
1F006x121	 C-14
1F006x141	 C-15

J-30

Part
Number

Page

1F012x111	 C-13
1F012x121	 C-14
1F012x141	 C-15
1F024x111	 C-13
1F024x121	 C-14
1F024x141	 C-15
1F048x111	 C-13
1F048x121	 C-14
1F048x141	 C-15
1F096x111	 C-13
1F096x121	 C-14
1F096x141	 C-15
1F144x111	 C-13
1F144x121	 C-14
1F144x141	 C-15
1F288x111	 C-13
1F288x121	 C-14
1F288x141	 C-15
1G006xx01	 C-3
1G006xxM1	 C-9
1G012xx01	 C-3
1G012xxM1	 C-9
1G024xx01	 C-3
1G024xxM1	 C-9
1G036xx01	 C-3
1G036xxM1	 C-9
1G048xx01	 C-3
1G048xxM1	 C-9
1G072xx01	 C-3
1G072xxM1	 C-9
1G096xx01	 C-3
1G096xxM1	 C-9
1G120xxM1	 C-9
1G144xx01	 C-3
1G216xx01	 C-3
1G288xx01	 C-3
1H006xx01	 C-25
1H012xx01	 C-25
1H024xx01	 C-25
1H036xx01	 C-25
1H048xx01	 C-25
1H072xx01	 C-25
1H096xx01	 C-25
1H144xx01	 C-25
1H216xx01	 C-25
1N012xx01	 C-26
1N024xx01	 C-26
1N036xx01	 C-26
1N048xx01	 C-26
20-031-05	G-5
20-031-42	G-3
20-034-05	G-5
20-034-42	G-3
20-038-05	G-5
20-038-42	G-3
20-042-42	G-3
20-044-42	G-3
20-046-42	G-3
20-062-05	G-5
20-062-20	G-9
20-062-42	G-3
20-062-43	G-7
20-065-05	G-5
20-065-20	G-9

Part
Number

Page

20-065-42	G-3
20-065-43	G-7
20-069-05	G-5
20-069-20	G-9
20-069-42	G-3
20-069-43	G-7
20-073-05	G-5
20-073-42	G-3
20-075-05	G-5
20-075-42	G-3
20-077-05	G-5
20-077-42	G-3
20-081-05	G-5
20-081-42	G-3
20-083-05	G-5
20-083-42	G-3
20-097-05	G-5
20-097-20	G-9
20-097-42	G-3
20-097-43	G-7
20-100-05	G-5
20-100-20	G-9
20-100-42	G-3
20-100-43	G-7
20-104-05	G-5
20-104-20	G-9
20-104-42	G-3
20-104-43	G-7
20-108-05	G-5
20-108-20	G-9
20-108-42	G-3
20-108-43	G-7
20-110-05	G-5
20-110-42	G-3
20-112-05	G-5
20-112-42	G-3
20-116-05	G-5
20-116-42	G-3
20-118-05	G-5
20-118-42	G-3
20-120-05	G-5
20-120-42	G-3
20-121-05	G-5
20-121-42	G-3
20-124-05	G-5
20-124-42	G-3
20-145-05	G-5
20-145-20	G-9
20-145-42	G-3
20-147-05	G-5
20-147-42	G-3
20-151-05	G-5
20-151-42	G-3
20-153-05	G-5
20-153-42	G-3
20-155-05	G-5
20-155-42	G-3
20-156-05	G-5
20-156-42	G-3
20-157-05	G-5
20-157-42	G-3
20-158-05	G-5
20-158-42	G-3
20-159-05	G-5

Part
Number

Page

20-161-05	G-5
20-161-42	G-3
20-162-42	G-3
21-062-48	G-13
21-065-48	G-13
21-069-48	G-13
21-073-48	G-13
21-075-48	G-13
22-031-83	G-17
22-034-83	G-17
22-038-83	G-17
22-042-83	G-17
22-044-83	G-17
22-062-83	G-17
22-065-83	G-17
22-069-83	G-17
22-073-83	G-17
22-075-83	G-17
22-077-83	G-17
22-081-83	G-17
22-083-83	G-17
22-085-83	G-17
22-097-83	G-17
22-100-83	G-17
22-104-83	G-17
22-108-83	G-17
22-110-83	G-17
22-112-83	G-17
22-116-83	G-17
22-118-83	G-17
22-120-83	G-17
22-121-83	G-17
22-124-83	G-17
22-125-83	G-17
22-132-83	G-17
22-135-83	G-17
22-139-83	G-17
22-143-83	G-17
22-145-83	G-17
22-147-83	G-17
22-151-83	G-17
22-153-83	G-17
22-155-83	G-17
22-156-83	G-17
22-157-83	G-17
22-158-83	G-17
22-159-83	G-17
22-161-83	G-17
22-162-83	G-17
24002xx01	 B-10
24002xxBB	 B-7
24004xx01	 B-10
24004xxBB	 B-7
24006xx01	 B-10
24006xxBB	 B-7
24008xx01	 B-10
24008xxBB	 B-7
24012xx01	 B-10
24012xxBB	 B-7
24018xx01	 B-10
24024xx01	 B-10
24030xx01	 B-10
24036xx01	 B-10
24048xx01	 B-10

Part
Number

Page

24060xx01	 B-10
24072xx01	 B-10
24-417-83	G-19
24-440-05	G-19
24-440-83	G-19
24-456-05	G-19
24-456-83	G-19
24-472-05	G-19
24-472-83	G-19
24-493-05	G-19
24-493-83	G-19
24-564-05	G-19
24-586-05	G-19
24-586-83	G-19
24-618-83	G-19
24-642-83	G-19
24-657-83	G-19
H-12
25-020-79	
25-021-79	
H-12
25-061-80	
H-11
25-062-80	
H-11
25-063-79	
H-12
25-063-80	
H-11
25-064-79	
H-12
25-064-80	
H-11
25-069-80	
H-11
25-078-80	
H-11
H-11
25-154-80	
25-262-19	
H-13
H-13
25-263-19	
25-351-79	
H-12
25-351-80	
H-11
25-353-80	
H-11
25-354-79	
H-12
H-12
25-355-79	
25-358-80	
H-11
25-360-79	
H-12
25-360-80	
H-11
25-361-79	
H-12
25-525-80	
H-11
25-526-80	
H-11
25-527-19	
H-13
25-527-80	
H-11
25-530-80	
H-11
25-547-79	
H-12
25-549-80	
H-11
25-551-19	
H-13
25-552-79	
H-12
25-553-79	
H-12
25-555-79	
H-12
25-565-80	
H-11
25-653-79	
H-12
25-654-79	
H-12
H-11
25-654-80	
25-658-79	
H-12
25-658-80	
H-11
25-662-79	
H-12
25-663-79	
H-12
25-667-80	
H-11
25-680-80	
H-11
25-681-79	
H-12
H-11
25-681-80	
25-682-80	
H-11
25-684-80	
H-11

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Part
Number

Page

25-685-80	
H-11
25-722-80	
H-11
H-11
25-759-80	
27-118-19	G-12
27-145-19	G-12
27-151-19	G-12
27-153-19	G-12
27-155-19	G-12
27-157-19	G-12
27-159-19	G-12
27-162-19	G-12
27-164-19	G-12
33001x101	 B-3
33001yG01	 B-3
33002x101	 B-3
33002xxBB	 B-7
33002yG01	 B-3
33004x101	 B-3
33004xxBB	 B-7
33004yG01	 B-3
34001x101	 B-3
34001yG01	 B-3
34002x101	 B-3
34002xxBB	 B-7
34002yG01	 B-3
34004x101	 B-3
34004xxBB	 B-7
34004yG01	 B-3
43006x101	 B-6
43006xxBB	 B-7
43006yG01	 B-6
43008HGA1	 B-15
43008x101	 B-6
43008xxBB	 B-7
43008yG01	 B-6
43012HGA1	 B-15
43012HGC1	 B-15
43012x101	 B-6
43012xxBB	 B-7
43012yG01	 B-6
43018HGA1	 B-15
43018x101	 B-9
43018xK01	 B-6
43018yG01	 B-9
43018yK01	 B-6
43024HGA1	 B-15
43024HGB1	 B-15
43024HK1Q	 B-15
43024HKB1	 B-15
43024x101	 B-9
43024xK01	 B-6
43024yG01	 B-9
43024yK01	 B-6
43030x101	 B-9
43030yG01	 B-9
43036HG01	 B-15
43036HGB1	 B-15
43036HGC1	 B-15
43036x101	 B-9
43036yG01	 B-9
43048HGB1	 B-15
43048HGC1	 B-15
43048HGD1	 B-15
43048x101	 B-9

Page

Part
Number

Page

43048yG01	
43060HGA1	
43060HGC1	
43060x101	
43060yG01	
43072HGA1	
43072HGC1	
43072x101	
43072yG01	
43084x101	
43084yG01	
43096HGA1	
43096x101	
43096yG01	
43144x101	
43144yG01	
44006x101	
44006xxBB	
44006yG01	
44008HGA1	
44008HGB1	
44008x101	
44008xxBB	
44008yG01	
44012HGA1	
44012HGC1	
44012HKA1	
44012x101	
44012xxBB	
44012yG01	
44018HGA1	
44018x101	
44018xK01	
44018yG01	
44018yK01	
44024HGC1	
44024HGD1	
44024HGG1	
44024HKA1	
44024x101	
44024xK01	
44024yG01	
44024yK01	
44030x101	
44030yG01	
44036HGA1	
44036HGC1	
44036x101	
44036yG01	
44048HGA1	
44048HGC1	
44048x101	
44048yG01	
44060HGA1	
44060HGC1	
44060x101	
44060yG01	
44072HGA1	
44072HGC1	
44072x101	
44072yG01	
44096x101	
44096yG01	
44144x101	

B-9
B-15
B-15
B-9
B-9
B-15
B-15
B-9
B-9
B-9
B-9
B-15
B-9
B-9
B-9
B-9
B-6
B-7
B-6
B-15
B-15
B-6
B-7
B-6
B-15
B-15
B-15
B-6
B-7
B-6
B-15
B-9
B-6
B-9
B-6
B-15
B-15
B-15
B-15
B-9
B-6
B-9
B-6
B-9
B-9
B-15
B-15
B-9
B-9
B-15
B-15
B-9
B-9
B-15
B-15
B-9
B-9
B-15
B-15
B-9
B-9
B-9
B-9
B-9

44144yG01	
51002xx01	
51004xx01	
51006xx01	
51006xx01	
51008xx01	
51012xx01	
51012xx01	
51024xx01	
51036xx01	
51048xx01	
51072xx01	
51096xx01	
51-240-E1	
51-240-x1	
51-240-x5	
51-240-xG	
51-241-x8	
51-243-x5	
51-243-x8	
51-347-x5	
51-372-x5	
51-478-x5	
51-478-x8	
51-499-EL	
52002xx01	
52002xx01	
52004xx01	
52004xx01	
52006xx01	
52006xx01	
52006xx01	
52008xx01	
52008xx01	
52012xx01	
52012xx01	
52012xx01	
52024xx01	
52036xx01	
52048xx01	
52072xx01	
52096xx01	
52-200-x5	
52-200-x8	
52-200-xD	
52-240-x5	
52-241-x8	
52-272-xD	
53006xx01	
53012xx01	
53024xx01	
53036xx01	
53048xx01	
53072xx01	
53096xx01	
54-246-xA	
54-246-xB	
54-272-xA	
54-272-xB	
55-021-23	
55-041-23	
55-141-23	
55-241-23	
55-275-26	

B-9
C-27
C-27
C-16
C-27
C-27
C-16
C-27
C-16
C-16
C-16
C-16
C-16
A-24
A-25
A-22
A-26
A-22
A-22
A-22
A-27
A-27
A-28
A-28
A-29
C-28
C-29
C-28
C-29
C-17
C-28
C-29
C-28
C-29
C-17
C-28
C-29
C-17
C-17
C-17
C-17
C-17
A-16
A-16
A-18
A-16
A-16
A-18
C-24
C-24
C-24
C-24
C-24
C-24
C-24
A-10
A-10
A-10
A-10
E-9
E-9
E-9
E-9
E-9

55-299-20	
55-299-21	
55-299-38	
55-341-23	
55-399-20	
55-399-21	
55-399-25	
55-399-26	
55-399-38	
55-399-43	
55-399-46	
55-499-20	
55-499-21	
55-499-23	
55-499-25	
55-499-38	
55-499-43	
55-599-20	
55-599-21	
55-599-23	
55-599-25	
55-599-26	
55-599-38	
55-599-43	
55-599-47	
55-699-20	
55-699-21	
55-699-23	
55-699-26	
55-699-38	
55-699-43	
55-699-46	
55-779-19	
55-789-19	
55-799-19	
55-799-20	
55-799-21	
55-799-23	
55-799-24	
55-799-25	
55-799-26	
55-799-38	
55-799-43	
55-899-20	
55-899-21	
55-899-23	
55-899-25	
55-899-38	
55-899-43	
55-999-20	
55-999-21	
55-999-25	
55-999-38	
55-999-43	
55-A99-20	
55-A99-21	
55-A99-23	
55-A99-25	
55-A99-26	
55-A99-38	
55-A99-43	
55-A99-47	
55-B99-20	
55-B99-21	

E-3
E-4
E-5
E-9
E-3
E-4
E-2
E-9
E-5
E-11
E-10
E-3
E-4
E-9
E-2
E-5
E-11
E-3
E-4
E-9
E-2
E-9
E-5
E-11
E-10
E-3
E-4
E-9
E-9
E-5
E-11
E-10
E-6
E-6
E-6
E-3
E-4
E-9
E-2
E-2
E-9
E-5
E-11
E-3
E-4
E-9
E-2
E-5
E-11
E-3
E-4
E-2
E-5
E-11
E-3
E-4
E-9
E-2
E-9
E-5
E-11
E-10
E-3
E-4

55-B99-23	
55-B99-24	
55-B99-25	
55-B99-26	
55-B99-38	
55-C99-25	
55-C99-38	
55-D99-23	
55-D99-25	
55-E12-47	
55-E99-20	
55-E99-21	
55-E99-23	
55-E99-24	
55-E99-25	
55-E99-26	
55-E99-46	
55-E99-47	
55-F31-23	
55-F99-21	
55-F99-26	
55-F99-43	
55-G99-23	
55-G99-26	
55-G99-46	
55-H99-26	
55-H99-47	
55-K99-26	
55-L99-21	
55-L99-26	
55-M99-23	
55-N99-23	
55-N99-46	
55-N99-47	
55-P99-23	
55-P99-26	
55-P99-46	
55-Q99-23	
55-Q99-26	
55-R99-26	
55-R99-47	
55-S99-23	
55-U99-23	
55-V99-24	
55-W99-24	
55-Y99-47	
56-201-55	
56-201-58	
56-201-5A	
56-201-5B	
56-201-65	
56-201-68	
56-201-6A	
56-201-6B	
56-201-75	
56-201-78	
56-201-7A	
56-201-7B	
56-202-25	
56-202-28	
56-202-2A	
56-202-2B	
56-202-35	
56-202-38	

E-9
E-2
E-2
E-9
E-5
E-2
E-5
E-9
E-2
E-10
E-3
E-4
E-9
E-2
E-2
E-9
E-10
E-10
E-9
E-4
E-9
E-11
E-9
E-9
E-10
E-9
E-10
E-9
E-4
E-9
E-9
E-9
E-10
E-10
E-9
E-9
E-10
E-9
E-9
E-9
E-10
E-9
E-9
E-2
E-2
E-10
A-39
A-39
A-38
A-38
A-39
A-39
A-38
A-38
A-39
A-39
A-38
A-38
A-39
A-39
A-38
A-38
A-39
A-39

56-202-3A	
56-202-3B	
56-202-45	
56-202-48	
56-202-4A	
56-202-4B	
57001x23Q	
57002x01Q	
57002x02Q	
57002x0BQ	
57002x0CQ	
57002x11Q	
57002x12Q	
57002x1BQ	
57002x1CQ	
57002x23Q	
57004x01Q	
57004x02Q	
57004x0BQ	
57004x0CQ	
57004x11Q	
57004x12Q	
57004x1BQ	
57004x1CQ	
57004x23Q	
57006x01Q	
57006x0BQ	
57006x11Q	
57006x1BQ	
57006x23Q	
57008x23Q	
57012x01Q	
57012x02Q	
57012x0CQ	
57012x11Q	
57012x12Q	
57012x1BQ	
57012x1CQ	
57012x23Q	
5F-220-x5	
5F-220-x8	
5V0063061	
5V0063121	
5V0123121	
5V0123251	
5V0183181	
5V0243251	
5W002301Q	
5W002302Q	
5W002303Q	
5W004301Q	
66-240-xA	
66-240-xB	
66-246-xA	
66-246-xB	
66-272-xA	
66-272-xB	
6A-272-xA	
6A-272-xB	
6F-272-xA	
6F-272-xB	
6H-272-xA	
6H-272-xB	
6S-220-xA	

A-38
A-38
A-39
A-39
A-38
A-38
C-36
C-33
C-34
C-33
C-34
C-32
C-35
C-32
C-35
C-36
C-33
C-34
C-33
C-34
C-32
C-35
C-32
C-35
C-36
C-33
C-33
C-32
C-32
C-36
C-36
C-33
C-34
C-34
C-32
C-35
C-32
C-35
C-36
A-20
A-20
D-6
D-6
D-6
D-6
D-6
D-6
D-4
D-4
D-4
D-4
A-12
A-12
A-12
A-12
A-12
A-12
A-4
A-4
A-8
A-8
A-2
A-2
A-6

6S-220-xB	
6T-272-xA	
6T-272-xB	
70-065-24	
70-065-48	
70-067-36	
70-067-72	
70-069-48	
70-069-72	
70-071-72	
70-071-96	
70-073-96	
70-425-18	
70-425-36	
71-055-02	
71-202-12	
71-402-02	
72002xx21	
72002xx2S	
72002xx61	
72002xx6S	
72004xx21	
72004xx2S	
72004xx61	
72004xx6S	
72006xx21	
72006xx2S	
72006xx61	
72006xx6S	
72012xx61	
72012xx6S	
72-312-01	
72-421-03	
72-512-01	
72-621-03	
77-240-xA	
77-240-xB	
77-246-xA	
77-246-xB	
77-272-xA	
77-272-xB	
78-107-91	
78-107-9P	
78-11A-9R	
78-147-91	
78-147-9P	
78-148-91	
79-107-91	
79-107-9P	
79-11A-9R	
79-147-91	
79-147-9P	
79-148-91	
7A-421-03	
7A-621-03	
85-018-25	
85-019-25	
85-026-01	
85-026-13	
85-028-01	
85-028-13	
85-031-01	
85-031-13	
85-031-41	

A-6
A-9
A-9
D-7
D-7
D-7
D-7
D-7
D-7
D-7
D-7
D-7
D-7
D-7
D-5
D-4
D-5
C-30
C-31
C-30
C-31
C-30
C-31
C-30
C-31
C-30
C-31
C-30
C-31
C-30
C-31
A-43
A-43
A-42
A-42
A-14
A-14
A-14
A-14
A-14
A-14
A-46
A-46
A-47
A-44
A-44
A-44
A-46
A-46
A-47
A-44
A-44
A-44
A-43
A-42
H-14
H-14
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-7

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

J-31

PREMISES COPPER

Part
Number

PREMISES FIBER

Page

OSP FIBER

Part
Number

OSP COMPOSITE

Page

CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER

Part
Number

RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER

Page

BELL OSP COPPER

Part
Number

OSP COPPER WIRE

Page

CANADIAN OSP COPPER

Part
Number

TECHNICAL INFO

Part Number Index

PREMISES COPPER

Part Number Index
Part
Number

PREMISES FIBER
OSP FIBER
OSP COMPOSITE
CENTRAL OFFICE COPPER
RDUP/RUS OSP COPPER
BELL OSP COPPER
OSP COPPER WIRE
CANADIAN OSP COPPER
TECHNICAL INFO

85-034-01	
85-034-13	
85-034-41	
85-038-01	
85-038-13	
85-038-41	
85-042-01	
85-042-13	
85-042-41	
85-057-01	
85-057-13	
85-059-01	
85-059-13	
85-061-13	
85-062-01	
85-062-13	
85-062-41	
85-065-01	
85-065-13	
85-065-41	
85-069-01	
85-069-13	
85-069-41	
85-073-01	
85-073-13	
85-073-41	
85-075-01	
85-075-13	
85-077-01	
85-077-13	
85-077-41	
85-081-01	
85-081-13	
85-081-41	
85-083-01	
85-083-13	
85-085-13	
85-092-01	
85-092-13	
85-094-01	
85-094-13	
85-097-01	
85-097-13	
85-100-01	
85-100-13	
85-100-41	
85-104-01	
85-104-13	
85-104-41	
85-108-01	
85-108-13	
85-108-41	
85-110-01	
85-110-13	
85-110-41	
85-112-01	
85-112-13	
85-112-41	
85-116-01	
85-116-13	
85-116-41	
85-118-01	
85-118-13	
85-118-41	

J-32

Page
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7

Part
Number

Page

85-120-01	
85-120-13	
85-120-41	
85-121-13	
85-124-13	
85-132-01	
85-132-13	
85-135-01	
85-135-13	
85-135-41	
85-139-01	
85-139-13	
85-139-41	
85-143-01	
85-143-13	
85-143-41	
85-145-01	
85-145-13	
85-147-01	
85-147-13	
85-147-41	
85-151-01	
85-151-13	
85-151-41	
85-153-01	
85-153-13	
85-153-41	
85-155-01	
85-155-13	
85-155-41	
85-156-01	
85-156-13	
85-157-01	
85-157-13	
85-158-13	
85-159-13	
85-161-13	
85-233-06	
85-234-06	
85-235-06	
A3001x101	
A3001yG01	
A4001x101	
A4001yG01	
B3002x101	
B3002yG01	
B4002x101	
B4002yG01	
C3002x101	
C3002yG01	
C4002x101	
C4002yG01	
D1-2009S5	
D1-3169S5	
D1-5009S5	
D1-6169S5	
D1-A009S5	
D1-B169S5	
D1-D009S5	
D1-E169S5	
D1-J009S5	
D1-K169S5	
D1-M009S5	
D1-N169S5	

I-5
I-3
I-7
I-3
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-7
I-5
I-3
I-5
I-3
I-3
I-3
I-3
I-14
I-14
I-14
B-3
B-3
B-3
B-3
B-3
B-3
B-3
B-3
B-3
B-3
B-3
B-3
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41

Part
Number
D1-S009S5	
D1-T169S5	
D1-V009S5	
D1-W169S5	
D3-2009SA	
D3-5009SA	
D3-A009SA	
D3-B169SA	
D3-D009SA	
D3-E169SA	
D3-J009SA	
D3-K169SA	
D3-M009SA	
D3-N169SA	
D3-S009SA	
D3-T169SA	
D3-V009SA	
F1006xx01	
F1012xx01	
F1024xx01	
F1036xx01	
F1048xx01	
F1072xx01	
F1096xx01	
F2006xxS1	
F2012xxS1	
F2024xxS1	
F2036xxS1	
F2048xxS1	
F2072xxS1	
F2096xxS1	
FM006x1S1	
FM012x1S1	
FM024x1S1	
FM036x1S1	
FM048x1S1	
FM072x1S1	
FM096x1S1	
K2-199-x5	
K2-299-y5	
K4-199-xA	
K4-299-yA	
K8-A99-33	
KC-919-45	
KC-919-E5	
KC-919-x5	
L2-199-x5	
L2-299-y5	
L3002x301	
L3002xW01	
L3004x301	
L3004xW01	
L3006x101	
L3006x401	
L3006xW01	
L3008x401	
L3012x101	
L3012x401	
L3012xW01	
L3018x401	
L3018xK1Q	
L3018xW01	
L3024x101	
L3024x401	

Page

Part
Number

Page

A-41
A-41
A-41
A-41
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
A-40
C-18
C-18
C-18
C-18
C-18
C-18
C-18
C-19
C-19
C-19
C-19
C-19
C-19
C-19
C-20
C-20
C-20
C-20
C-20
C-20
C-20
A-33
A-33
A-33
A-33
A-33
A-44
A-44
A-33
A-33
A-33
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
C-23
B-17
B-17
B-17
C-23
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
C-23
B-17

L3024xK1Q	
L3024xW01	
L3036x401	
L3036xW01	
L3048x101	
L3048x401	
L3048xW01	
L3072x101	
L3072x401	
L3072xW01	
L3096x101	
L3096x401	
L3096xW01	
L3144x101	
L3144x401	
L3144xW01	
L4002x201	
L4002x301	
L4004x201	
L4004x301	
L4006x201	
L4006x401	
L4012x201	
L4012x401	
L4018x201	
L4018x401	
L4018xK1Q	
L4024x201	
L4024x401	
L4024xK1Q	
L4036x201	
L4036x401	
L4048x201	
L4048x401	
L4072x201	
L4072x401	
L4-199-xA	
L4-299-yA	
MR0723011	
P3012xx01	
P4012xx01	
P4072xG01	
R1012x101	
R1012xD01	
R1024xD01	
R1048x101	
R1048xD01	
R1072x101	
R1072xD01	
R1096x101	
R1096xD01	
R1144x101	
R1144xD01	
R1192x101	
R1192xD01	
R1216x101	
R1216xD01	
R1288x101	
R1288xD01	
R1360x101	
R1360xD01	
R1432x101	
R1432xD01	
R2012x1S1	

B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
C-23
B-17
B-17
C-23
B-17
B-17
C-23
B-17
B-17
C-23
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
B-17
A-33
A-33
D-2
B-4
B-4
B-5
C-42
C-38
C-38
C-42
C-38
C-42
C-38
C-42
C-38
C-42
C-38
C-42
C-38
C-42
C-38
C-42
C-38
C-42
C-38
C-42
C-38
C-43

Part
Number
R2012xDS1	
R2024x1S1	
R2024xDS1	
R2036x1S1	
R2048x1S1	
R2048xDS1	
R2072x1S1	
R2072xDS1	
R2096x1S1	
R2096xDS1	
R2144x1S1	
R2144xDS1	
R2192x1S1	
R2192xDS1	
R2216x1S1	
R2216xDS1	
R2288x1S1	
R2288xDS1	
R2360x1S1	
R2360xDS1	
R2432x1S1	
R2432xDS1	
RM060x1S1	
RM072x1S1	
RM096x1S1	
RM144x1S1	
RM192x1S1	
RM216x1S1	
S2360x101	
S2432x101	
S2576x101	
S2864x101	
S2A08x101	
W3002xx01	
W3002xxBB	
W3004xx01	
W3004xxBB	
W3006xx01	
W3006xxBB	
W3008xx01	
W3008xxBB	
W3012HGB1	
W3012HGD1	
W3012xx01	
W3012xxBB	
W3018HGA1	
W3018xx01	
W3024HGA1	
W3024HGC1	
W3024HGE1	
W3024xx01	
W3030xx01	
W3036HGA1	
W3036HGC1	
W3036HGE1	
W3036xx01	
W3048HGB1	
W3048HGC1	
W3048HGE1	
W3048xx01	
W3060HGA1	
W3060xx01	
W3072HGA1	
W3072HGC1	

Toll Free 800.551.8948 | Fax 770.657.6807 | SuperiorEssex.com/Comm

Page
C-39
C-43
C-39
C-43
C-43
C-39
C-43
C-39
C-43
C-39
C-43
C-39
C-43
C-39
C-43
C-39
C-43
C-39
C-43
C-39
C-43
C-39
C-21
C-21
C-21
C-21
C-21
C-21
C-41
C-41
C-41
C-41
C-41
B-11
B-7
B-11
B-7
B-11
B-7
B-11
B-7
B-15
B-15
B-11
B-7
B-15
B-11
B-15
B-15
B-15
B-11
B-11
B-15
B-15
B-15
B-11
B-15
B-15
B-15
B-11
B-15
B-11
B-15
B-15

Part
Number
W3072xx01	
W3084xx01	
W3096HGA1	
W3096HGB1	
W3096xx01	
W3144HGC1	
W3144xx01	
W4006xx01	
W4008xx01	
W4012xx01	
W7001K101	
W7001KU01	

Page
B-11
B-11
B-15
B-15
B-11
B-15
B-11
B-12
B-12
B-12
C-37
C-37



---

Source Exif Data:

File Type                       : PDF
File Type Extension             : pdf
MIME Type                       : application/pdf
PDF Version                     : 1.6
Linearized                      : Yes
Create Date                     : 2010:11:22 15:33:59-05:00
Modify Date                     : 2010:11:22 15:33:59-05:00
XMP Toolkit                     : Adobe XMP Core 4.2.1-c043 52.372728, 2009/01/18-15:56:37
Metadata Date                   : 2010:11:22 15:33:59-05:00
Format                          : application/pdf
Document ID                     : uuid:40d29a44-3f4d-ae40-b753-56fe95152890
Instance ID                     : uuid:adad02e2-06b1-704d-8cb7-bc57a29514bb
Page Count                      : 250

EXIF Metadata provided by EXIF.tools