Fibtele project input brief
Solution: FTTH Drop Cable Design for Aerial, Duct & Indoor Runs
Solution slug: ftth-drop-cable

Quick answer
An FTTH drop cable must fit the last-mile route and termination method. Confirm fiber type, cable shape, self-support span or duct pull, tensile member, bend radius, fire behavior and connector or splice plan before ordering.

Inputs required before selection
- Route type, span, attachment and pulling method
- G.657 fiber type and optical class
- Fiber count, cable dimensions and messenger
- Bend radius, tensile, crush and temperature limits
- Termination, connector, splice and labeling method

Selection checklist
- G.657.A1/A2/B3 or project-specified fiber
- Flat, round, figure-8 or armored profile
- Messenger and self-support span
- Tensile, crush, bend and temperature ratings
- Jacket, fire rating, connector and box compatibility

Important limits
- Self-support span and installation tension must be calculated for the route and climate.
- Bend-insensitive fiber does not remove minimum bend-radius requirements for the complete cable.
- Confirm local aerial, fire and building-entry rules before shipment.

Ordering note
This planning brief is for project scoping. Confirm the exact products, interfaces, documents, quantity, MOQ and lead time in the written quotation before ordering.
Editorial record updated: 2026-09-30