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Corning 024EC8-14101-A3 Ribbon Interlocking Armored Cable Specification
Technical specification and usage guide for the Corning 024EC8-14101-A3 plenum-rated ribbon fiber optic cable, including mechanical characteristics, environmental ratings, and design details.
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Quick guide from the manual
This document provides the technical specifications and design characteristics for the Corning 024EC8-14101-A3 ribbon interlocking armored plenum cable. It is intended for indoor use in plenum, riser, and general-purpose environments. Key operational constraints include strict temperature ranges for installation and operation, as well as specific minimum bend radii to ensure signal integrity.
Device Description
The cable features a 48-fiber count organized into 12-fiber ribbons within a central buffer tube. It is protected by spirally wrapped aluminum interlocking armor, which provides superior crush resistance compared to non-armored cables. The outer jacket is flame-retardant and meets NFPA 262 requirements.
Installation and Handling
- Temperature Limits: Installation must occur between 0 °C and 60 °C (32 °F to 140 °F).
- Bend Radius: Maintain a minimum bend radius of 299 mm (11.8 in) during installation and 199 mm (7.8 in) during operation.
- Tensile Strength: Maximum short-term tensile strength is 1320 N (300 lbf); long-term is 400 N (90 lbf).
Technical Specifications
- Fiber Category: Single-mode (OS2), G.652.D.
- Cable Design: 48 fibers, 4 ribbons per tube, 12 fibers per ribbon.
- Waterblocking: Gel-free, water-swellable tape technology.
- Standards: NEC OFCP, CSA FT-6, ANSI/ICEA S-83-596.
Contact Information
For ordering additional color options or technical support, contact Corning Customer Care at 1-800-743-2675 or visit www.corning.com/opcomm.
Official resources from the manual
Manufacturer information
Corning Optical Communications
Practical help
Common problems
Exceeding bend radius during installation
Ensure the cable is not bent tighter than 299 mm (11.8 in) to prevent fiber damage.
Installation in extreme temperatures
Do not install the cable if the ambient temperature is outside the 0 °C to 60 °C range.
Before use
- Verify the environment is suitable for plenum-rated (OFCP) cables.
- Check that the installation temperature is between 0 °C and 60 °C.
- Ensure the pulling tension does not exceed 1320 N (short-term).
- Confirm the fiber type (OS2) is compatible with existing network equipment.
Specs in practice
- Interlocking Armor
- Provides mechanical protection against crushing and physical damage.
- Min. Bend Radius
- The minimum curvature allowed to prevent signal loss or permanent fiber breakage.
Images and diagrams
- The cross-section shows the central buffer tube containing fiber ribbons, surrounded by water-swellable tape, dielectric strength members, and the protective interlocking armor layer.
Model compatibility
- Designed for indoor use in plenum, riser, and general-purpose horizontal/vertical installations.
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