Aerial Fiber Cable

Mini ADSS Aerial Cable ASU80 ASU100

Name: Mini ADSS Aerial Cable ASU80 ASU100
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The ASU80/ASU100 mini ADSS cable is a compact all-dielectric self-supporting solution designed for short-span aerial installations in access networks. With span capabilities of 80m to 100m, it bridges the gap between full-size ADSS (for transmission lines) and drop cables, making it ideal for rural fiber-to-the-village, distribution-level power line communication, and campus backbone aerial deployments. Its lightweight, small-diameter construction minimizes visual impact and tower load.

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The ASU fiber optic cable is a type of optical fiber cable designed for outdoor aerial installations. ASU stands for “All-Dielectric Self-Supporting,” indicating that it is a non-metallic cable and does not require additional support elements like steel messenger wires for aerial installations. The fiber optic cable structure is put the ф250μm colored fiber in the PBT loose tube, and two FRP as strengthen member, Cable surface is extruded with a PE outer sheath. It also belongs to overhead fiber optical cable.

Characteristics

Small Size and Light Weight

Two FRP as strength member to provide good tensile performance

Gel Filled or gel free , good waterproof performance

Low price ,high fiber capacity

Applicable for short span aerial and duct installation

Standard

YD/T 901-2018、GB/T13993 、IECA-596、GR-409、IEC794 and so on standard

Application

ASU cable is being designed For overhead installation, PE outer sheath is applied. The dedicate design of FRP strength member quantity can satisfy the demand on various spans, such as 50M, 80M, 100M, 120M.

Key Features

Compact self-supporting design — no messenger wire needed
Spans up to 80m (ASU80) or 100m (ASU100)
All-dielectric construction — immune to EMI
Aramid yarn strength members for lightweight tensile performance
PE outer sheath with UV and weather resistance
Ideal for rural access, distribution lines, and campus backbones

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does ASU mini ADSS differ from standard ADSS?

ASU is a smaller-diameter, lighter-weight ADSS variant optimized for shorter spans (80-100m) and lower fiber counts. Standard ADSS supports spans up to 1500m with larger diameters and dual jacket options. Choose ASU for distribution/access spans; choose standard ADSS for transmission-level long spans.

2. Can ASU be installed on live power lines?

Yes, like all ADSS cables, ASU is all-dielectric and can be installed on energized lines without a shutdown. The cable's hanging point should be selected based on electric field distribution analysis for the specific line voltage.