Multi fiber breakout indoor cable is a rugged and flexible fiber optic cable designed for indoor distribution and direct termination applications. Each fiber is individually buffered and reinforced, allowing easy connectorization without the need for fan-out kits.
This type of cable is widely used in data centers, enterprise networks, and building backbone systems where durability, flexibility, and reliability are essential.
What is Breakout Fiber Cable?
Breakout fiber optic cable (also known as fan-out cable) consists of multiple simplex fibers, each with its own protective jacket, bundled within a single outer sheath.
Unlike loose tube cables, each fiber can be directly terminated, simplifying installation and reducing the need for additional hardware.
Because of this structure:
- Each fiber acts as an independent cable
- Installation becomes faster and more reliable
- No breakout kits or patch panels are required in many cases
Key Features
- Multiple tight-buffered fibers (0.9mm / 2.0mm / 3.0mm)
- Each fiber individually jacketed for easy termination
- Aramid yarn strength member for high tensile strength
- LSZH / PVC / OFNP jacket options
- Fiber count: 2–144 cores
- Excellent mechanical durability and flexibility
Breakout cables are designed with individually reinforced fibers, making them strong and easy to route in demanding environments.
Cable Structure
A typical multi fiber breakout indoor cable includes:
- Tight buffered optical fibers
- Aramid yarn (Kevlar) reinforcement
- Central strength member (FRP or similar)
- Outer protective jacket (LSZH or PVC)
This structure ensures both mechanical strength and long-term optical stability.
Applications
- Indoor backbone cabling
- Data centers and server rooms
- Equipment connection (fiber-to-the-desk)
- Telecom and LAN networks
- Industrial and harsh environments
Breakout cables are widely used where rugged, high-performance connectivity is required without complex installation
Breakout Cable vs Distribution Cable
| Feature | Breakout Cable | Distribution Cable |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber Protection | Individually jacketed | Shared protection |
| Termination | Direct termination | Requires fan-out kit |
| Strength | High | Medium |
| Flexibility | High | Moderate |
| Cost | Higher | Lower |
👉 Insight:
- Breakout cable = easy installation + durability
- Distribution cable = cost-effective + high density
Specification
Specification:
| Fiber Count | Cable Dimension
(mm) |
Cable Weight
(kg/km) |
Tensile
(N) |
Crush
(N/100mm) |
Min. Bend Radius
(mm) |
Range of Temperature
(℃) |
|||
| Long Term | Short Term | Long Term | Short Term | Dynamic | Static | ||||
| 4 | 7.5 | 45 | 200 | 400 | 300 | 1000 | 20D | 10D | -20~+60 |
| 6 | 8.5 | 60 | 250 | 600 | 300 | 1000 | |||
| 8 | 10.0 | 91 | 300 | 800 | 300 | 1000 | |||
| 12 | 12.5 | 145 | 400 | 1000 | 300 | 1000 | |||
| 16 | 12.0 | 120 | 500 | 1500 | 300 | 1000 | |||
| 24 | 15.0 | 178 | 800 | 2200 | 300 | 1000 | |||
| 36 | 17.5 | 200 | 1000 | 3000 | 300 | 1000 | |||
| 48 | 20.0 | 247 | 1500 | 4000 | 300 | 1000 | |||
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