MiDia® Micro GX Loose Tube Cable

The reduced diameter MiDia Micro GX Cable can help to dramatically lower the cost of fiber optic deployment while maximizing fiber density in congested networks. Size optimized for fiber counts up to 288, this cable was specifically developed for air-blown installation using microduct systems. The cable outer jacket and optimized 1.4 mm buffer tubes are designed to maximize deployment performance. DryBlock water-blocking material provides exceptional water penetration resistance and faster cable preparation.

Datasheet

Features

Optimized for air-blown, microduct installation for higher-density applications
Reduced cable outer diameter and greater fiber density
Buffer tubes and outer jacket designed to help maximize air-blown deployment performance

Benefits

Helps save time and money while retaining ease of installation
High fiber density ratio helps to further increase capacity in limited spaces
Deferred build costs – deploy fiber only as needed

Product Description

Why the Midia Micro GX Cable?

The MiDia Micro GX Cable’s small outer diameter and high fiber density help to maximize capacity in heavily congested duct systems where space is at a premium (such as city networks). This lightweight, flexible cable design can also help to save time and money by eliminating the need for expensive and disruptive excavation along with procuring costly rights-of-way.

The MiDia Micro GX Cable also helps service providers to reduce their initial network building investment by deploying fiber only as needed to meet demand. This capability can also provide the flexibility needed for future technology upgrades.

Specifications
Fiber Count	288
Recommended Duct Size Mm	16/12 (16/13)
Cable Outer Diameter In. (mm)	0.38 (9.6)
Cable Weight Lb/kft (kg/km)	53 (79)
Note	First listed duct size is for duct installations only. Second listed duct size is for direct buried use.

Performance Standard
Performance Standard	The MiDia Micro GX Cable is tested per Applicable Requirements of ANSI/ICEA S-87-640, TIA/EIA-455 (IEC 60794).
Note	The MiDia Micro GX Cable is not recommended for use in pedestal splicing applications or for aerial applications.

Handling
Fiber Count	288
Minimum Bend Radius, with Load (in.)	10
Minimum Bend Radius, No Load (in.)	8
Minimum Bend Radius, Storage (in.)	7
Tensile Rating (lb)	425

Temperature
Installation	5 °F to 104 °F (-15 °C to 40 °C)
Operation	-22 °F to 158 °F (-30 °C to 70 °F)
Storage	-40 °F to 158 °F (-40 °C to 70 °F)

Fiber Type²
Single-Mode Fiber	Fiber (S1)	Fiber (S2)	Fiber (SF)	Fiber Standards	Wavelengths (nm)	*Typical Attenuation (dB/km)**	Maximum Cable on Reel Attenuation (dB/km)
AllWave+ ZWP Fiber	3	C	E	G.652.D/G.657.A1	1310/1385/1550	–	0.35/0.31/0.25
AllWave One Fiber	3	F	E	G.652.D/G.657.A1	1310/1385/1550	0.33/0.31/0.19	0.34/0.31/0.22
AllWave ULL Fiber	3	H	E	G.652.D/G.657.B	1310/1550	0.31/0.17	0.33/0.19

MiDia Micro GX Loose Tube Cable Ordering Information
Example	AT-5BE453T-NNN¹
Part Number	AT- S1 S2 SF S3 S4 S5 S6 – NNN
S1	Fiber Selection. See S1 in Fiber Type table above
S2	Fiber Transmission Performance. See S2 in Fiber Type table above
SF	Fiber Type² See SF in Fiber Type table above
S3	Sheath Construction. 4 = MiDia Micro Loose Tube Cable
S4	Tensile Load 5 = Varies with Fiber Count (see Handling above)
S5	Core Type. 3 = 1.4 mm Gel-Filled Buffer Tubes
S6	Fibers per Tube ->T = 12 fibers per tube
NNN	Fiber Count: 288
Note	¹ Part Number shown is for a MiDia Micro GX Cable with standard AllWave FLEX ZWP Attenuation and standard cable print. Maximum AllWave FLEX ZWP attenuation: 0.35/031/0.27/0.25/027 @ 1310/1385/1490/1550/1625 nm. Standard Print, example (MiDia MIcro GX Cable):OF OPTICAL CABLE AT-5BE453T-NNN [MM-YY] [HANDSET SYMBOL] [NNN] F [SERIAL #] ² Contact Lightera Order Management for information on other cable variations, including additional fiber types, attenuation, and custom cable print. For more information regarding typical attenuation as well as attenuation parameters on Link Design Value (LDV) (Maximum end-to-end attenuation over a concatenated span), please see Lightera Application Note AN-111 which can be downloaded at www.lightera.com or contact your Lightera representative.

Contact Information

For additional information please contact your sales representative. You can also visit our website at www.lightera.com or call 1-888-FIBERHELP (1-888-342-3743) USA or 1-770-798-5555 outside the USA. For a full list of our certifications, visit our website.

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