| Category | Outdoor Stranded Loose Tube Non-metallic Optical Fiber Cable, OS2 / OM2 / OM3 / OM4 |
| Fiber Core | 2–144 cores (order in 04, 06, 08… increments) |
| Strength Member | FRP (all-dielectric) |
| Jacket | PE, Black |
| Standards | ISO/IEC 11801, ITU-T G.651/G.652/G.655/G.657, IEC 60793/60794 series |
| Packaging | Reel-packed outdoor cable, custom core count & length available |
Heizka’s Outdoor Stranded Loose Tube Non-metallic Optical Fiber Cable is an all-dielectric, loose-tube fiber solution engineered for outdoor aerial and duct backbone runs between buildings, campuses, and telecom sites. Built around an FRP central strength member and water-blocked PBT loose tubes, it is available in singlemode OS2 or multimode OM2/OM3/OM4 fiber types with a UV-resistant PE jacket for reliable outdoor deployment.
Because the cable is fully dielectric, it is immune to electromagnetic interference and safe to install along routes shared with power infrastructure, without the bonding or grounding that metallic cables require. Every reel is manufactured and tested to ISO/IEC 11801, ITU-T G.651/G.652/G.655/G.657, and IEC 60793/60794 standards, and backed by Heizka’s multi-year warranty for long-term field performance.
Features
- ✓SM or MM optical fiber performance exceeds industry standard requirements
- ✓Excellent mechanical and temperature performance for demanding outdoor environments
- ✓Water-blocking compound filled both inside and outside the loose tube for moisture protection
- ✓Excellent ultraviolet (UV) prevention with a durable PE outer sheath
- ✓All-dielectric structure prevents electromagnetic influence
- ✓Core count from 2 to 144 fibers, ordered in 04, 06, 08… increments
- ✓Designed in the USA
Standard Compliance
- ISO/IEC 11801
- ITU-T G.651 / G.652 / G.655 / G.657
- IEC 60793-1
- IEC 60793-2
- IEC 60794-1
- IEC 60794-3
Every Outdoor Stranded Loose Tube Non-metallic Fiber Optic Cable from Heizka ships ready to splice, terminate, and patch into your existing fiber network.
Ordering Information
| Item # | Description |
|---|---|
| HEFOLNXX0PE | Outdoor Stranded Loose Tube Non-Metallic Optical Fiber Cable, XX Core, OS2, Black |
| HEFOLNXX2PE | Outdoor Stranded Loose Tube Non-Metallic Optical Fiber Cable, XX Core, OM2, Black |
| HEFOLNXX3PE | Outdoor Stranded Loose Tube Non-Metallic Optical Fiber Cable, XX Core, OM3, Black |
| HEFOLNXX4PE | Outdoor Stranded Loose Tube Non-Metallic Optical Fiber Cable, XX Core, OM4, Black |
Note: XX = Core Order (04, 06, 08…)
Technical Specifications
Construction
| Fiber type | G.652D / OM2 / OM3 / OM4 |
| Fiber core | 2–144 |
| Loose tube material | PBT |
| Max. fiber per tube | 6 / 12 |
| Central strength member (≤72 core) | FRP |
| Central strength member (>72 core) | FRP + PE |
| Sheath material | PE |
| Sheath color | Black |
Mechanical and Environmental Performance
| Tensile, long/short term | 600 / 1500 N |
| Crush, long/short term | 300 / 1000 N/100mm |
| Bend radius, static/dynamic | 10 / 20 × cable diameter |
| Installation temperature | -30°C ~ 70°C |
| Storage and operation temperature | -30°C ~ 70°C |
Outdoor Non-metallic vs Indoor Tight Buffer vs Outdoor Steel Tape — Which One Do You Need?
| Feature | Outdoor Loose Tube Non-metallic (F2) | Indoor Tight Buffer (F1) | Outdoor Loose Tube Steel Tape (F3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Item # (OM3) | HEFOLNXX3PE | HEFITNXX3LZ | HEFOLSXX3PE |
| Fiber core range | 2–144 | 1–48 | 2–12 |
| Strength member | FRP (all-dielectric) | Aramid yarn (all-dielectric) | Two parallel steel wires + corrugated steel tape |
| Sheath | PE | LSZH | PE + corrugated steel tape |
| Tensile, long/short term | 600 / 1500 N | 70–200 / 220–600 N | 600 / 1500 N |
| Operating temperature | -30°C ~ 70°C | -20°C ~ 70°C | -40°C ~ 70°C |
| Best for | Outdoor aerial or duct backbone runs | Indoor LAN backbone, data center cross-connect, FTTD | Long-haul outdoor/direct-burial runs needing rodent & crush protection |
Frequently Asked Questions
It is available in singlemode OS2 or multimode OM2, OM3, and OM4 fiber, with core counts from 2 to 144 fibers to match aerial, duct, or campus backbone requirements.
It’s built for outdoor use, with a PE jacket rated for UV exposure and a wide -30°C to 70°C temperature range. For indoor routing, choose Heizka’s Indoor Tight Buffer fiber cable with its LSZH jacket instead.
Yes. The all-dielectric FRP strength member contains no metallic elements, so the cable is immune to electromagnetic interference and can be routed near power infrastructure without bonding or grounding.
This non-metallic version uses an FRP strength member for lightweight, all-dielectric aerial and duct installations, while the Steel Tape Armor version adds corrugated steel tape and two parallel steel wires for extra crush and rodent protection on direct-burial or high-risk routes.
A water-blocking compound fills both inside and outside the loose tube, preventing moisture migration along the cable length even in wet outdoor conditions.
Heizka Cable — Designed in the USA, distributed in 20+ countries worldwide.
