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Each FTTH connection requires 50-300 meters of drop cable, representing a global annual demand exceeding 2 billion meters. GJXFH / GJYXFH — Butterfly / Bow-Tie Drop Cable (Most Common)An FTTH butterfly optical cable — also referred to as a flat drop fiber cable — is a compact, single-mode fiber optic cable engineered specifically for last-mile broadband delivery. Its name comes from the cable's cross-sectional profile: a flat, symmetrical shape in which two strength members. Dimensions: The product length is 53. 5mm, not including the tail length. Cable Compatibility: Optimally designed for 2. Perfect for FTTH drop wiring and indoor/outdoor telecom links. It is the physical link that delivers broadband, TV, and voice services directly to end-users. Two parallel Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) strength members are placed at the two sides. [pdf]
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