OPTICAL GROUND
WIRE & A CCESSORIES
Traditional
High Fiber Count
Hardware & Accessories
AFL Optical Ground Wire has set the
standard through product innovation
and engineering excellence, which is
reinforced by the fact that AFL has the
world's largest installed base of OPT-
GW. Using the highest grade materials
available, AFL has established superior
standards for design, testing, and manu-
facturing. AFL's unique high fiber count
designs feature up to 288 fibers in a
small diameter package. AFL OPT-GW
cables perform in a trouble-free fashion
throughout their long life. Placed at the
highest point on power utility structures
to ensure maximum reliability and per-
formance, AFL OPT-GW cables are
ideal for voice, data, and video commu-
nications. AFL OPT-GW cables can be
integrated easily and efficiently into
established high-voltage systems by
using existing aerial rights of way. AFL
OPT-GW cables provide you with a
fast, cost-effective solution with none of
the obstructions encountered in buried
cable applications. AFL also manufac-
tures a complete line of OPT -GW
installation hardware to properly hold
your investment in place well into the
next millennium.
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OPTICAL GROUND WIRE OVERVIEW
Alcoa Fujikura Ltd. (AFL) has the worlds largest aerial fiber optic
manufacturing capacity, with all facilities ISO 9001 certified. As the
leading supplier of composite overhead Optical Ground Wire (OPT-
GW), AFL supplies the worlds largest base of OPT-GW. AFL pro-
vides its customers with full turnkey project support, and is the per-
fect solution for your fiber optic cable needs.
AFL was the first to introduce High Fiber Count (HFC) OPT-GW
and continues to lead the world with fiber counts as high as 288
fibers. Its high quality standards for design, testing and manufacturing
utilize the highest-grade materials available to ensure maximum
reliability and performance. By partnering with power utilities and
carriers, AFLs engineers have developed unique high fiber count
designs while maintaining small diameters. AFL OPT-GW is
designed with a broad selection of conductivity, short circuit rating,
strength, and weight ratings to meet even the strictest applications
requirements. Incorporating the latest high bandwidth fiber optic
technology, AFL OPT-GW is ideal for voice, data, and video
communications.
As the only OPT-GW manufacturer that produces its own accessory
hardware, AFL is able to provide you with a total system solution
with its complete turnkey packages. AFL engineers will help you
determine the perfect OPT-GW cable to fit your needs. Then, AFL
will design, manufacture, and install the cable and hardware for
your system, enabling receipt of quality products from one supply
source. OPT-GW, placed at the highest point on power
utility structures, offers a secure right-of-way and an extraordinary
level of reliability. Its optical performance has proven to be
superior and trouble-free throughout its long life.
AFL has designed OPT-GW for continuous use in the toughest
environmental and electrical conditions such as the sub-zero
temperatures of Siberia and the sweltering heat of Brazil. AFL can
also custom design cables to fit your needs.
OPT-GW
HFC OPT-GW
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HIGH FIBER COUNT (HFC) OPT-GW DESIGN
DESIGN FEATURES
High fiber count package with reduced diameter
and weight (49 to 288 fibers)
Laser-welded high grade stainless steel tube
provides mechanical and thermal protection and
hermetic seal for fibers
Fiber excess length controlled to provide high
load and long span capability
Each optical fiber and tube is uniquely identified for
organization at splice locations
Stranded wires (type & size) selected to optimize
mechanical and electrical properties
Anti-rotational devices are not required for installation
40 year projected life
DESIGN CRITERIA
Meets or exceeds test criteria specified in IEEE 1138 and
other industry standards
Test data available upon request
FIBER TYPE & ATTENUATION
Available fiber types include standard multimode,
single-mode, dispersion shifted and non-zero
dispersion shifted fibers
Typical performance of 0.40/0.30 dB/km @
1310/1550nm for single-mode fiber
Tighter attenuation fibers available upon request
NOMENCLATURE
S1 - 29 / 57 / 646
Outer Diameter (inch/1000)
Aluminum Clad Steel Area (mm²)
Aluminum Alloy Area (mm²)
High Fiber Count Series 1
Note: Mechanical and electrical data, cross-sectional and hardware drawings,
installation guides, and sag and tension information available upon request.
CABLE
CROSS SECTION
Stainless Steel Tube
Wire Strands
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UP TO 144 FIBER OPT-GW
SPECIFICATIONS
Note: Custom designs available
Stainless Steel Tube
Wire Strands
TYPICAL REEL LENGTHS
Longer lengths available upon request.
*Reel nomenclatures and specifications are identified on page 11.
Item
Number OPT-GW Size
(Strand Area/O.D)
Fault
Current
(kA)²sec
Total Conductor Area Overall Diameter Weight RBS
INPUT FOR SAG10™ PROGRAM
Sag10™
Chart
Number
in² mm² in mm lbs/ft kg/m lbs kg
HFC7205 S1-60/70/630 107 0.2090 134.87 0.630 16.0 0.4612 0.686 22,534 10,221 1-1444
HFC7215 S1-69/69/646 121 0.2204 142.21 0.646 16.4 0.4723 0.703 22,857 10,368 1-420
HFC7225 S1-75/76/669 145 0.2407 155.29 0.669 17.0 0.5144 0.766 25,109 11,389 1-420
HFC9605 S1-60/70/630 107 0.2090 134.87 0.630 16.0 0.4612 0.686 22,534 10,221 1-1444
HFC9615 S1-69/69/646 121 0.2204 142.21 0.646 16.4 0.4723 0.703 22,857 10,368 1-420
HFC9625 S1-75/76/669 145 0.2407 155.29 0.669 17.0 0.5144 0.766 25,109 11,389 1-420
HFC14405 S1-60/60/630 93 0.1966 126.83 0.630 16.0 0.4316 0.642 19,907 9,030 1-420
HFC14415 S1-69/59/646 106 0.2080 134.17 0.646 16.4 0.4428 0.659 20,230 9,176 1-536
HFC14425 S1-75/66/669 129 0.2282 147.25 0.669 17.0 0.4848 0.722 22,482 10,198 1-536
Item Number NR68.34.35* NR72.34.35* NR84.34.35*
feet meters feet meters feet meters
HFC7205 13,700 4,175 15,900 4,845 15,900 4,845
HFC7215 13,000 3,960 15,300 4,660 15,900 4,845
HFC7225 12,100 3,690 14,250 4,340 15,900 4,845
HFC9605 13,700 4,175 15,900 4,845 15,900 4,845
HFC9615 13,000 3,960 15,300 4,660 15,900 4,845
HFC9625 12,100 3,690 14,250 4,340 15,900 4,845
HFC14405 13,700 4,175 15,900 4,845 15,900 4,845
HFC14415 13,000 3,960 15,300 4,660 15,900 4,845
HFC14425 12,100 3,690 14,250 4,340 15,900 4,845
OPTICAL UNIT
CROSS SECTION
Optical Fibers
Stainless Steel Tube
Gel Filling
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TRADITIONAL OPT-GW DESIGN
DESIGN FEATURES
Tight Structure optical unit provides optimal
mechanical and thermal fiber protection
Thick wall aluminum pipe provides maximum
protection of fiber units with hermetic seal, excellent
crush resistance, and low resistivity
Stranded wires (type & size) selected to optimize
mechanical and electrical properties
40 year projected life
DESIGN CRITERIA
Meets or exceeds test criteria specified in IEEE 1138
and other industry standards
Test data available upon request
FIBER TYPE AND ATTENUATION
Available fiber types include standard multimode,
single-mode, dispersion shifted and non-zero
dispersion shifted fibers
Typical performance of 0.40/0.30 dB/km @
1310/1550nm or single-mode fiber
Tighter attenuation fibers available upon request
NOMENCLATURE
34 / 52mm² / 646
Outer Diameter (inches /1000)
Aluminum Clad Steel Area (mm²)
Aluminum Alloy Area (mm²)
Note: Mechanical and electrical data, cross-sectional and hardware
drawings, installation guides, and sag and tension information
available upon request.
CABLE CROSS SECTION
Optical Unit
Aluminum Pipe
Wire Strands
OPTICAL UNIT CROSS SECTION
Tape Layer
Filler Yarn
Unit Sheath
Unit Overcoat
Unit Filling
Optical Fiber
Central Member
Central Member Coating
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SINGLE OPTICAL UNIT CONSTRUCTION - UP TO 8 FIBERS
Optical Unit
Aluminum Pipe
Wire Strands
GW0800 53mm²/449
OPT-GW size
(Strand Area/O.D.)
33
Fault
Current
(kA)²sec in²
0.1166 mm²
75.24 in
0.449 mm
11.4 lbs/ft
0.2835 kg/m
0.4228
Weight
lbs
0.4228 kg
6,859
RBS
1-1453
INPUT FOR SAG10 PROGRAM
Sag10™
Chart
Number
GW0805 16/37mm²/449 38 0.1166 75.24 0.449 11.4 0.2415 0.3594 11,856 5,378 1-536
GW0810 40 0.1166 75.24 0.449 11.4 0.2131 0.3171 9,679 4,390 1-1439
GW0815 68mm²/448 46 0.1396 90.08 0.488 12.4 0.3512 0.5226 19,158 8,690 1-1423
GW0820 23/45mm²/488 54 0.1396 90.08 0.488 12.4 0.2905 0.4324 14,515 6,584 1-420
GW0825 30/38mm²/488 56 0.1396 90.08 0.488 12.4 0.2703 0.4023 12,967 5,882 1-917
GW0830 86mm²/535 63 0.1677 108.17 0.535 13.6 0.4329 0.6442 22,279 10,106 1-1442
GW0835 32/54mm²/535 77 0.1677 108.17 0.535 13.6 0.3465 0.5157 16,249 7,371 1-536
GW0840 43/43mm²/535 81 0.1677 108.17 0.535 13.6 0.3177 0.4728 14,239 6,459 1-1170
GW0845 111mm²/598 92 0.2069 133.48 0.598 15.2 0.5472 0.8143 26,305 11,932 1-1429
GW0850 32/80mm²/598 110 0.2069 133.48 0.598 15.2 0.4621 0.6876 21,025 9,537 1-1461
GW0855 48/64mm²/598 118 0.2069 133.48 0.598 15.2 0.4195 0.6243 18,385 8,339 1-1460
SPECIFICATIONS
Item Number
metersfeet
NR68.34.35*
metersfeet metersfeet
GW0800
GW0805
6,516
6,516
21,378
21,378
7,010
7,010
23,000
23,000
7,010
7,010
23,000
23,000
GW0810 6,51621,378 7,01023,000 7,01023,000
GW0815 5,50718,069 7,01023,000 7,01023,000
GW0820 5,50718,069 7,01023,000 7,01023,000
GW0825 5,50718,069 7,01023,000 7,01023,000
GW0830 4,57815,021 7,01023,000 7,01023,000
GW0835 4,57815,021 7,01023,000 7,01023,000
GW0840 4,57815,021 7,01023,000 7,01023,000
GW0845 3,66512,025 5,68418,649 5,97619,607
GW0850 3,66512,025 5,68418,649 5,97619,607
GW0855 3,66512,025 5,68418,649 5,97619,607
Longer lengths available upon request.
*Reel nomenclatures and specifications are identified on page 11.
NR72.34.35*
Total Conductor Area Overall Diameter
Item
Number
NR60.28.30*
TYPICAL REEL LENGTHS
27/27mm²/449
Note: Customized designs available
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SINGLE OPTICAL UNIT CONSTRUCTION - UP TO 24 FIBERS
Optical Unit
Aluminum Pipe
Wire Strands
Item
Number
GW1200
OPT-GW Size
(Strand Area/O.D.)
57mm²/465
Fault
Current
(kA)² sec
35
Total Conductor Area
in²
0.1210 mm²
78.08
Overall Diameter
in
0.465 mm
11.8
Weight
lbs/ft
0.3036 kg/m
0.4517
RBS
lbs
16,214 kg
7,355
INPUT FOR SAG10™ PROGRAM
Sag10™
Chart
Number
1-1421
GW1205 17/40mm²/465 40 0.1210 78.08 0.465 11.8 0.2576 0.3833 12,692 5,757 1-420
GW1210 23/34mm²/465 42 0.1210 78.08 0.465 11.8 0.2422 0.3604 11,518 5,225 1-1440
GW1215 29/29mm²/465 43 0.1210 78.08 0.465 11.8 0.2269 0.3376 10,344 4,692 1-1439
GW1220 72mm²/504 48 0.1445 93.21 0.504 12.8 0.3718 0.5534 20,329 9,221 1-1442
GW1225 16/56mm²/504 54 0.1445 93.21 0.504 12.8 0.3288 0.4893 17,031 7,725 1-1461
GW1230 24/48mm²/504 57 0.1445 93.21 0.504 12.8 0.3072 0.4572 15,381 6,977 1-420
GW1235 32/40mm²/504 59 0.1445 93.21 0.504 12.8 0.2858 0.4252 13,732 6,229 1-917
GW1240 91mm²/551 66 0.1729 111.56 0.551 14.0 0.4547 0.6767 23,421 10,624 1-1442
GW1245 23/68mm²/551 77 0.1729 111.56 0.551 14.0 0.3939 0.5863 19,181 8,701 1-1461
GW1250 34/57mm²/551 81 0.1729 111.56 0.551 14.0 0.3636 0.5412 17,061 7,739 1-420
GW1255 45/45mm²/551 86 0.1729 111.56 0.551 14.0 0.3333 0.4960 14,941 6,777 1-1170
SPECIFICATIONS
Item Number
GW1200
NR60.28.30*
feet
19,953 meters
6,081
NR68.34.35*
feet
23,000 meters
7,010
NR72.34.35*
feet
23,000 meters
7,010
GW1205 19,953 6,081 23,000 7,010 23,000 7,010
GW1210 19,953 6,081 23,000 7,010 23,000 7,010
GW1215 19,953 6,081 23,000 7,010 23,000 7,010
GW1220 16,957 5,168 23,000 7,010 23,000 7,010
GW1225 16,957 5,168 23,000 7,010 23,000 7,010
GW1230 16,957 5,168 23,000 7,010 23,000 7,010
GW1235 16,957 5,168 23,000 7,010 23,000 7,010
GW1240 14,175 4,320 21,983 6,700 23,000 7,010
GW1245 14,175 4,320 21,983 6,700 23,000 7,010
GW1250 14,175 4,320 21,983 6,700 23,000 7,010
GW1255 14,175 4,320 21,983 6,700 23,000 7,010
TYPICAL REEL LENGTHS
Note: Custom designs available
*12 fiber unit shown
Longer lengths available upon request.
*Reel nomenclatures and specifications are identified on page 11.
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MULTIPLE OPTICAL UNIT CONSTRUCTION - UP TO 24 FIBERS
Optical Unit
Aluminum Pipe
Wire Strands
Item
Number
GW2400
OPT-GW Size
(Strand Area/O.D.)
64mm²/528
Fault
Current
(kA)² sec
60
Total Conductor Area
in²
0.1531 mm²
98.80
Overall Diameter
in
0.528 mm
13.4
Weight
lbs/ft
0.3623 kg/m
0.5391
RBS
lbs
18,433 kg
8,361
INPUT FOR SAG10™ PROGRAM
Sag10™
Chart
Number
1-1450
GW2405 25/39mm²/528 69 0.1531 98.80 0.528 13.4 0.2966 0.4413 13,400 6,078 1-1170
GW2410 29/34mm²/528 70 0.1531 98.80 0.528 13.4 0.2833 0.4218 12,393 5,621 1-1438
GW2415 74mm²/551 71 0.1688 108.88 0.551 14.0 0.4078 0.6068 21,174 9,605 1-1453
GW2420 25/49mm²/551 81 0.1688 108.88 0.551 14.0 0.3419 0.5087 16,123 7,313 1-1440
GW2425 37/37mm²/551 85 0.1688 108.88 0.551 14.0 0.3089 0.4597 13,598 6,168 1-1438
GW2430 83mm²/575 82 0.1829 118.01 0.575 14.6 0.4491 0.6682 23,659 10,732 1-1453
GW2435 30/53mm²/575 95 0.1829 118.01 0.575 14.6 0.3682 0.5480 17,468 7,923 1-1440
GW2440 38/45mm²/575 98 0.1829 118.01 0.575 14.6 0.3479 0.5179 15,920 7,221 1-1455
GW2445 96mm²/606 99 0.2034 131.20 0.606 15.4 0.5085 0.7569 25,904 11,750 1-1421
GW2450 29/67mm²/606 114 0.2034 131.20 0.606 15.4 0.4313 0.6419 20,307 9,211 1-420
GW2455 48/48mm²/606 122 0.2034 131.20 0.606 15.4 0.3797 0.5652 16,576 7,519 1-1439
Note: Custom designs available
SPECIFICATIONS
Item Number
GW2400
NR60.28.30*
feet
15,473 meters
4,716
NR68.34.35*
feet
23,000 meters
7,010
NR72.34.35*
feet
23,000 meters
7,010
GW2405 15,473 4,716 23,000 7,010 23,000 7,010
GW2410 15,473 4,716 23,000 7,010 23,000 7,010
GW2415 14,175 4,320 21,983 6,700 23,000 7,010
GW2420 14,175 4,320 21,983 6,700 23,000 7,010
GW2425 14,175 4,320 21,983 6,700 23,000 7,010
GW2430 13,034 3,972 20,213 6,160 23,000 7,010
GW2435 13,034 3,972 20,213 6,160 23,000 7,010
GW2440 13,034 3,972 20,213 6,160 23,000 7,010
GW2445 11,715 3,570 18,168 5,537 20,803 6,340
GW2450 11,715 3,570 18,168 5,537 20,803 6,340
GW2455 11,715 3,570 18,168 5,537 20,803 6,340
TYPICAL REEL LENGTHS
Longer lengths available upon request.
*Reel nomenclatures and specifications are identified on page 11.
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MULTIPLE OPTICAL UNIT CONSTRUCTION - UP TO 36 FIBERS
Optical Unit
Aluminum Pipe
Wire Strands
Item
Number
GW3600
OPT-GW Size
(Strand Area/O.D.)
65mm²/555
Fault
Current
(kA)² sec
72
Total Conductor Area
in²
0.1646 mm²
106.18
Overall Diameter
in
0.555 mm
14.1
Weight
lb/ft
0.3853 kg/m
0.5733
RBS
lbs
18,960 kg
8,600
INPUT FOR SAG10™ PROGRAM
Sag10™
Chart
Number
1-1461
GW3605 26/39mm²/555 81 0.1646 106.18 0.555 14.1 0.3156 0.4697 13,624 6,180 1-1439
GW3610 30/35mm²/555 82 0.1646 106.18 0.555 14.1 0.3040 0.4524 12,734 5,776 1-1438
GW3615 71mm²/571 79 0.1746 112.62 0.571 14.5 0.4144 0.6166 20,712 9,395 1-1450
GW3620 20/51mm²/571 87 0.1746 112.62 0.571 14.5 0.3597 0.5352 16,522 7,494 1-1440
GW3625 36/36mm²/571 93 0.1746 112.62 0.571 14.5 0.3187 0.4742 13,381 6,070 1-355
GW3630 80mm²/591 90 0.1878 121.17 0.591 15.0 0.4530 0.6741 23,037 10,450 1-1457
GW3635 31/49mm²/591 103 0.1878 121.17 0.591 15.0 0.3706 0.5514 16,724 7,586 1-1170
GW3640 37/43mm²/591 105 0.1878 121.17 0.591 15.0 0.3541 0.5269 15,461 7,013 1-1439
GW3645 91mm²/614 104 0.2041 131.70 0.614 15.6 0.5005 0.7448 25,900 11,748 1-1453
GW3650 30/60mm²/614 118 0.2041 131.70 0.614 15.6 0.4197 0.6246 19,709 8,940 1-350
GW3655 45/45mm²/614 125 0.2041 131.70 0.614 15.6 0.3793 0.5644 16,613 7,536 1-1438
Note: Custom designs available
SPECIFICATIONS
Item Number
GW3600
NR60.28.30*
feet
13,976 meters
4,260
NR68.34.35*
feet
21,673 meters
6,606
NR72.34.35*
feet
23,000 meters
7,010
GW3605 13,976 4,260 21,673 6,606 23,000 7,010
GW3610 13,976 4,260 21,673 6,606 23,000 7,010
GW3615 13,215 4,028 20,492 6,246 23,000 7,010
GW3620 13,215 4,028 20,492 6,246 23,000 7,010
GW3625 13,215 4,028 20,492 6,246 23,000 7,010
GW3630 12,349 3,764 19,150 5,837 22,572 6,880
GW3635 12,349 3,764 19,150 5,837 22,572 6,880
GW3640 12,349 3,764 19,150 5,837 22,572 6,880
GW3645 11,417 3,480 17,703 5,396 20,869 6,361
GW3650 11,417 3,480 17,703 5,396 20,869 6,361
GW3655 11,417 3,480 17,703 5,396 20,869 6,361
TYPICAL REEL LENGTHS
Longer lengths available upon request.
*Reel nomenclatures and specifications are identified on page 11.
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MULTIPLE OPTICAL UNIT CONSTRUCTION - UP TO 48 FIBERS
Optical Unit
Aluminum Pipe
Wire Strand
Item
Number
GW4800
OPT-GW Size
(Strand Area/O.D.)
86mm²/646
Fault
Current
(kA)² sec
130
Total Conductor Area
in²
0.2208 mm²
142.43
Overall Diameter
in
0.646 mm
16.4
Weight
lbs/ft
0.5139 kg/m
0.7647
RBS
lbs
25,098 kg
11,384
INPUT FOR SAG10™ PROGRAM
Sag10™
Chart
Number
1-1461
GW4805 29/57mm²/646 144 0.2208 142.43 0.646 16.4 0.4372 0.6507 19,227 8,721 1-1170
GW4810 34/52mm²/646 146 0.2208 142.43 0.646 16.4 0.4219 0.6279 18,053 8,189 1-1439
GW4815 40/46mm²/646 148 0.2208 142.43 0.646 16.4 0.4066 0.6051 16,879 7,656 1-355
GW4820 99mm²/669 151 0.2410 155.51 0.669 17.0 0.5729 0.8526 28,655 12,998 1-1450
GW4825 21/78mm²/669 163 0.2410 155.51 0.669 17.0 0.5162 0.7682 24,307 11,026 1-536
GW4830 28/71mm²/669 166 0.2410 155.51 0.669 17.0 0.4973 0.7400 22,857 10,368 1-1440
GW4835 49/49mm²/669 176 0.2410 155.51 0.669 17.0 0.4405 0.6555 18,509 8,396 1-355
GW4840 129mm²/724 204 0.2876 185.57 0.724 18.4 0.7088 1.0547 34,134 15,483 1-1453
GW4845 32/97mm²/724 227 0.2876 185.57 0.724 18.4 0.6224 0.9262 28,104 12,748 1-420
GW4850 43/86mm²/724 234 0.2876 185.57 0.724 18.4 0.5936 0.8834 26,094 11,836 1-350
GW4855 65/65mm²/724 247 0.2876 185.57 0.724 18.4 0.5361 0.7977 22,074 10,013 1-1438
SPECIFICATIONS
Note: Custom designs available
Item Number
GW4800
NR60.28.30*
feet
10,330 meters
3,148
NR68.34.35*
feet
16,020 meters
4,882
NR72.34.35*
feet
18,882 meters
5,755
GW4805 10,330 3,148 16,020 4,882 18,882 5,755
GW4810 10,330 3,148 16,020 4,882 18,882 5,755
GW4815 10,330 3,148 16,020 4,882 18,882 5,755
GW4820 9,613 2,930 14,909 4,544 17,572 5,355
GW4825 9,613 2,930 14,909 4,544 17,572 5,355
GW4830 9,613 2,930 14,909 4,544 17,572 5,355
GW4835 9,613 2,930 14,909 4,544 17,572 5,355
GW4840 8,206 2,501 12,726 3,878 15,000 4,572
GW4845 8,206 2,501 12,726 3,878 15,000 4,572
GW4850 8,206 2,501 12,726 3,878 15,000 4,572
GW4855 8,206 2,501 12,726 3,878 15,000 4,572
TYPICAL REEL LENGTHS
Longer lengths available upon request.
*Reel nomenclatures and specifications are identified on page 11.
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REEL INFORMATION
NOTES:
1. Prefix NR denotes non-returnable wood reel.
2. Reel dimensions and weight are nominal and subject to normal manufacturing tolerances.
3. Reels are constructed to withstand the rigors of normal shipping, handling, and stringing operations.
(Reels are not designed to withstand the forces required for braking during tension.)
4. Reels will have steel bushings or flange plate reinforced arbor holes.
5. OPT-GW will be protected with one layer of composite polypropylene secured with banding.
6. Each reel will be tagged with shipping tags attached to the outside of each reel flange. All essential
information such as identification, OPT-GW size, order number, length and gross/tare/net weight will appear
legibly on the tag.
7. Non-returnable steel reels are available upon request.
REEL LENGTH DISTRIBUTION
Length
3,280-6,559 ft
Range
1-2 km
Percent of Reels Shipped
5%
6,560-9,839 ft 2-3 km 20%
9,840-16,400 ft 3-5 km 55%
16,401-19,686 ft 5-5.6 km 20%
inches
NR60.28.30
cm
NR68.34.35
inches cm
NR72.34.35
inches cm
Flange Diameter (FL) 60 152 68 173 72 183
Reel Size
(FL.TR.DR.)
Inside Traverse (TR) 28 71 34 86 34 86
Drum Diameter (DR) 30 76 35 89 35 89
Overall Width 35 89 41 104 41 104
Drive Pin Hole 1-1/2 3.8 1-1/2 3.8 1-1/2 3.8
Location Radius 7 17.8 7 17.8 7 17.8
Arbor Hole Diameter 3-1/8 7.9 3-1/8 7.9 3-1/8 7.9
Reel Tare
Weight lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg
320 145 560 245 615 280
SHIPPING REEL DIMENSIONS
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HARDWARE SELECTION GUIDE
Figure 1
Bolted Dead End
Figure 2
Mechanical Suspension Assembly
Figure 3
Vibration Damper
Figure 4
Range-Taking Guide Clamp
Figure 6
OPTI-GUARD™ Splice Enclosure
Figure 5
Double Suspension Assembly
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COMEALONG
The AFL Comealong is a temporary grip used during
installation, dead ending, and clipping in of the OPT-GW.
The Comealong is also referred to as a Pocketbook Grip
or Butterfly Grip.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Custom designed for specific AFL OPT- GW
Reusable
100% factory tested to ensure proper performance on
specific OPT-GW
Compact size
Self-contained unit
Easy installation and removal
OCA YYY/YY XXX
OPT-GW cable diameter (thousandths of an inch)
Cross sectional area of OPT-GW strands (mm²)
CA for Comealong
O for OPT-GW
Example:
For a 64mm²/528 AFL OPT-GW, order as “OCA64528.”
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BOLTED DEAD END
The AFL Dead End is a full tension termination for Optical Ground
Wire cable. Breakaway head bolts are used to apply a precise
gripping force to hold the cable without affecting optical fiber
performance. The AFL Dead End is designed to maximize
performance and minimize installation costs.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Performance: Sustained load equivalent to 95% of cable RBS
Ultimate mechanical strength of dead end components:
40,000 lbs.
Meets IEEE 1138 Vibration and Galloping tests
Break-away bolts ensure proper installation torque while
eliminating the need for specialized torque wrenches
Optional Cable Guide (recommended) to train OPT-GW
down or around the structure
Drilled and tapped for grounding lug, thereby eliminating
additional accessories for electrical bonding
Shorter than formed wire dead ends, allowing installation
from the support structure
Faster installation than competitor designs, reducing
installation costs
Optional link plate for extension from structures
ODE YYY/YY XXX G M Optional Link Plate
M for Metric Hardware
G for Cable Guide or N for No Cable Guide Centerline Distance Catalog Number
OPT-GW cable diameter (thousandths of an inch) (inches)
Cross sectional area of OPT-GW strands (mm²) 5 ODELP05
DE for Dead end 10 ODELP10
O for OPT-GW 15 ODELP15
Example:
For a 64mm²/528 AFL OPT-GW with a cable guide, order as “ODE 64528G.”
ORDERING INFORMATION
Optional link plate
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GUIDE CLAMPS
Clamps are used to guide the Optical Ground Wire from the top of
the structure to the splice box. From poles to towers, AFL offers
a full line of Optical Ground Wire Guide Clamps to meet the
specific needs of any application.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Provides proper spacing and hold strength without damage
to the cable
Easy installation
Corrosion resistant - long life
Slip strength: >100 lbs.
Lattice adapters provided with break-away bolts for
precise torque during installation
Steel tower guide clamps available with adapters to
eliminate the need for drilling
Banding adapters available
DOWNLEAD CLAMP
Item Number Bushing Color OPT-GW Diameter (inches)
OGW656/750
OGW562/655
OGW469/561
Item Number
WOOD POLE CLAMP
ODC901/1000
ODC801/900
ODC701/800
ODC601/700
ODC501/600
ODC400/500
N/A
N/A
N/A
Bushing Color
BLACK
WHITE
BLUE
YELLOW
GREEN
RED
**Note: Not available with metric hardware
0.656 - 0.750
0.562 - 0.655
0.469 - 0.561
OPT-GW Diameter (inches)
**Note: For metric hardware, add suffix “M” to item number
0.901 - 1.000
0.801 - 0.900
0.701 - 0.800
0.601 - 0.700
0.501 - 0.600
0.400 - 0.500
ORDERING INFORMATION
C
B
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Lattice Adapter (up to 1.25” angle iron)
Lattice Adapter (up to 0.72” angle iron)
Banding Adapter CODEAdapter for downlead clamp
For a 64mm²/528 on a wood pole, order as “OGW469/561.”
For a 64mm²/528 AFL OPT-GW with banding
adapter, order as “ODC501/600A.”
Examples:
Downlead Clamp
Wood Pole Clamp
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MECHANICAL SUSPENSION
The AFL Suspension supports spans of Optical Ground Wire
cable through line angle changes up to 30 degrees. The unique
design allows the compact unit to support loads and
unbalanced cable loads without damaging the cable strands or
affecting optical fiber performance. The AFL Suspension is
designed to maximize performance and minimize installation
costs.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
For changes in line angles up to 30°
Slip strengths: > 3,000 lbs. (depending on cable design)
Vertical load rating: 15,000 lbs.
Meets IEEE 1138 Vibration and Galloping tests
Compact design: only 34 in length
Break-away bolts ensure proper installation torque while
eliminating the need for specialized torque wrenches
Lighter weight; easier installation
Ideal for helicopter installation
Unique keeper design allows installation without
removing bolts (fewer loose parts)
Drilled and tapped for grounding lug, eliminating
additional accessories for electrical bonding
Shorter than formed wire suspensions, allowing
installation from the support structure
Faster installation than competitor designs, reducing
installation costs
Item
Number OPT-GW
Diameter (inches)
SUME421/449 0.421 - 0.449
SUME450/475 0.450 - 0.475
SUME476/499 0.476 - 0.499
SUME500/527 0.500 - 0.527
SUME528/555 0.528 - 0.555
SUME556/584 0.556 - 0.584
SUME585/614 0.585 - 0.614
SUME615/646 0.615 - 0.646
SUME647/679 0.647 - 0.679
SUME680/714 0.680 - 0.714
SUME715/730 0.715 - 0.730
EXAMPLE:
For a 64mm2/528 AFL OPT-GW
(cable diameter = 0.528”),
order as SUME528/555.
NOTE:
For metric hardware, add suffix “M” to
item number.
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DOUBLE SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
The AFL Double Suspension Assembly supports spans of Optical
Ground Wire cable through line angle changes from 31 to 60
degrees. The unique design allows the compact unit to support
loads and unbalanced cable loads without damaging the cable
strands or affecting optical fiber performance. The AFL Double
Suspension is designed to maximize performance and
minimize installation costs.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
For changes in line angles from 31° to 60°
Slip strength: > 3,000 lbs. (depending on cable design)
Vertical loading rating: 15,000 lbs.
Meets IEEE 1138 Vibration and Galloping tests
Compact design: only 48 in length
Break-away bolts ensure proper installation torque while
eliminating the need for specialized torque wrenches
Lighter weight; easier installation
Ideal for helicopter installation
Unique keeper design allows installation without removing
bolts (fewer loose parts)
Drilled and tapped for grounding lug, eliminating additional
accessories for electrical bonding
Shorter than formed wire suspensions, allowing installation
from the support structure
Faster installation than competitor designs, reducing
installation cost
Item
Number OPT-GW
Diameter (inches)
ODSME421/449 0.421 - 0.449
EXAMPLE:
For a 64mm2/528 AFL OPT-GW
(cable diameter = 0.528”),
order as ODSME528/555.
NOTE:
For metric hardware, add suffix “M” to
item number.
ODSME450/475 0.450 - 0.475
ODSME476/499 0.476 - 0.499
ODSME500/527 0.500 - 0.527
ODSME528/555 0.528 - 0.555
ODSME556/584 0.556 - 0.584
ODSME585/614 0.585 - 0.614
ODSME615/646 0.615 - 0.646
ODSME647/679 0.647 - 0.679
ODSME680/714 0.680 - 0.714
ODSME715/730 0.715 - 0.730
ORDERING INFORMATION
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VIBRATION DAMPER
Item
Number OPT-GW
Diameter (inches)
OVD360/460 0.360 - 0.460
OVD461/570 0.461 - 0.570
OVD571/675 0.571 - 0.675
OVD676/770 0.676 - 0.770
OVD771/870 0.771 - 0.870
OVD871/970 0.871 - 0.970
EXAMPLE:
For a 64mm2/528 AFL OPT-GW
(cable diameter= 0.528”),
order as OVD461/570.
Note:
For metric hardware, add suffix
“M” to item number.
The AFL Vibration Damper is used to provide control of the aeolian
vibration induced by laminar winds across a conductors surface.
With over 70 years of experience in conductor motion control, the
AFL Stockbridge-style damper provides excellent performance.
Upon request, AFL can supply recommended placements based on
actual line evaluations for optimum effect.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Unmatched experience in conductor motion control
Excellent performance at a wide range of frequencies
Break-away bolts for easy installation and proper torque
All aluminum clamp ensures matching expansion/
contraction of conductor
Line evaluations and recommendations (including usage
and placement) available upon request
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OPTI-GUARD SPLICE ENCLOSURE
The AFL OPTI-GUARD Splice Enclosure offers an innovative spectrum of
features which makes it the best possible selection for your fiber optic splice
protection needs. Its unique and flexible design (US and foreign patents
pending), performed with the real-world splicer in mind, combines
optimized system performance with unparalleled ease-of-use.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Accommodates up to 540 single fusion splices
Accepts a wide selection of splice tray types
Craft-friendly design requires no specialized
tools to install and minimizes training
requirements
Messy sealers or tapes are not required for
installation
Easy to maintain and re-enter; no re-entry
kit is required
Light weight assembly can be mounted in
any position to a variety of structures
May be bolted or banded in place; special
adapters are not required
Specially designed non-metallic casing is
impact, ultraviolet, temperature and
chemical resistant
Environmentally sealed to protect fibers
from moisture and corrosion
Advanced fiber unit routing system protects
and controls fiber units
Accepts up to six individual cables, each
up to 1-1/4 nominal O.D.
Accommodates most OPT-GW, ADSS, and
LT cable types, in multiple environments
Versatile internal cable tie-off system
resists up to 100 lbs. of tension per cable
Order OPTI-GUARD™ as: OG03
NOTE: OPTI-GUARD™ is supplied without splice trays and cable connectors. These items
must be ordered separately.
ORDERING INFORMATION
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OPTI-GUARD SPLICE TRAY
The AFL OPTI-GUARD Splice Tray is specially designed for use with
the AFL OPTI-GUARD Splice Enclosure (sold separately). The
design of the tray (US and foreign patents pending) incorporates
several innovative features which complement and enhance the
OPTI-GUARD splicing system.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Cover features a multi-functional integrated bushing which:
- ensures proper alignment of the cover with the tray
- protects spliced fibers from being pinched or damaged
- aligns each tray into its proper position within the drawers
- accepts multiple splice trays into a self-aligning stack,
thereby simplifying installation
Peel & stick splice manifolds may be positioned according to
individual preferences and procedures
Special powder coating process for an attractive and durable
black gloss finish with a smooth and resilient surface
Order OPTI-GUARD™ Splice Tray as: OGST01-24 (24 splices per tray capacity - standard)
OGST01-36 (36 splices per tray capacity recommended for special applications only)
Order Splice Protection Sleeves as: SPS-60 (60mm Fujikura #FP3 - standard)
SPS-40 (40mm Fujikura #FP3-40 recommended for special applications only)
NOTE: Sleeves are not included with Splice Tray. These items must be ordered separately.
Sleeves are supplied in packages of ten (10).
ORDERING INFORMATION
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OPTI-GUARD CABLE CONNECTOR
The AFL OPTI-GUARD Cable Connector provides an easy
and reliable method of terminating optical cables for splicing in
the OPTI-GUARD Splice Enclosure (sold separately).
Designed for maximum versatility, this connector may also be
used with other AFL splice enclosures (such as the round, cast
iron Model SB01), and is offered in configurations optimized for
all fiber optic cable types in general use.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Provides a reliable, airtight cable-to-enclosure seal protecting
the cables optical fibers from environmental exposure
Requires no specialized tools to install; minimal training to use
Accommodates all OPT-GW types, including both AFL
aluminum pipe OPT-GW and stainless steel tube HFC
OPT-GW
OGK W XXXX YYY ZZZ
Cable strength element
Cable Construction
O.D. of the cable (in thousandths of an inch)
Type of cable
OPTI-GUARD™ Cable Connector kit.
Order OPTI-GUARD™ Cable Connector as: OGKWXXXXYYYZZZ
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The AFL 26kV Optical Cable Isolator is designed for
aerial optical cable system applications in which a
complete electrical discontinuity is required. By
providing reliable interruption of electrical current at
voltages up to 26kV, the isolator is a critical component
of optical conductor and neutral systems, as well as
OPT-GW systems in which sectionalization of transient
currents is required.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
AFL Optical Cable Isolator is designed for use with AFL aluminum pipe optical cables
Isolator requires very little training and only standard splicer tools to install
Flexible and versatile design of the mounting bracket permits either 2-bolt or metal band mounting to
practically any structure
Shielding electrodes ensure secondary contingency fault protection
Order AFL 26kV Optical Cable Isolator as: ISOL-26KV (includes mounting bracket).
Order connectors as:
OICK YYY/YY XXX LTC 1 inch liquid-tight conduit connection (bottom of isolator only)
OPT-GW cable diameter (in decimal inches)
Cross Sectional Area of OPT-GW strands (mm²)
OICK for Optical Isolator connector kit
ORDERING INFORMATION
26kV OPTICAL CABLE ISOLATOR
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FIBER OPTIC SHEATH STRIPPER
The AFL Fiber Optic Sheath Stripper is designed to longitudinally
score the tight structure fiber units within AFLs OPT-GW. A simple
pull of the Sheath Stripper along the fiber unit ensures correct
score depth allowing for easy removal of the overall unit sheath and
access to the enclosed fibers.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Custom designed for AFL fiber units (required for AFL
tight structure units)
Easy-to-use; one quick motion scores the fiber unit to the
correct depth
Supplied with two (2) replacement stainless steel blades
Easy maintenance and blade adjustment; extremely long life
Supplied as a kit including sheath stripper, replacement
blades, adjustment tool and instructions
Kit also includes fiber unit samples for practice stripping
and blade adjustments
Reusable
Sheath Size
(mm) Item Number Unit Fiber Count
2.0 SSA2.0 6 - 8
2.5 SSA2.5 10 - 12
2.7 SSA2.7* 10 - 12
3.0
2.75
SSA 3.0
SSA2.75
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14 - 16
*Used on the center unit of a 68 fiber AFL OPT-GW cable
Example:
For an AFL OPT-GW with a 2.5mm, 12 fiber count unit, order as SSA2.5.
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