Aramid yarn strength member, capable of supporting a short-term tensile load of 400 lb. without stretching. Outside plant cable shall be used for all applications where cable is to be run in underground conduits. Recommended Suppliers Siecor, Lucent, and Berk-Tech fiber are currently recommended for installation on campus. Cable from other manufacturers will be considered. All cable installed must be cleared by CNS prior to installation.
All fiber cable is to be protected with inner duct.
After installation, inner ducts are to be permanently labeled as containing fiber optic cable. All cable and inner duct is to be fully supported throughout its entire run. At no time shall more than 400 pounds of tension be placed on any fiber cable while it is being pulled through tray or conduit. It is preferred that all fiber cable be pulled with hand power only. If power winches or mechanical advantage devices are used to pull cable, a force gauge must be used to insure that maximum tension is not exceeded.