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STL Unveils High-Capacity Fibre Cables for Data Centres, Boosting Connectivity
- •Sterlite Technologies (STL) launched new high-capacity fibre optic cables for its Neuralis data centre product range.
- •The cables, ranging from 48 to 6,912 individual optical fibres, are designed for large data centres experiencing increased data volume.
- •Pre-fitted connectors allow for quick plug-and-play installation, eliminating on-site connector fitting.
- •Two product lines cater to different needs: one for single data hall connections (48-576 fibres) and another for longer links between buildings or campuses (144-6,912 fibres).
- •Cables feature patented colour-coding technology for easier identification and splicing, with options for single-mode or multimode fibre and higher-performance connectors.
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Sterlite Technologies added a new line of ready-made fibre optic cables to its Neuralis data centre product range, carrying between 48 and 6,912 individual optical fibres. The range is divided into two lines: one carrying 48 to 576 fibres for single data halls, and another carrying 144 to 6,912 fibres for longer inter-building links that withstand outdoor conditions like prolonged sun exposure.
The new Neuralis cables arrive at the site with connectors already fitted at the factory, allowing engineers to plug them in directly rather than having to fit connectors by hand. Additionally, the cables use a patented technology that colour-codes individual fibres to make them easier to identify and splice together during installation.
The single-hall fibre line meeting sizes between 48 and 576 fibres complies with ANSI/ICEA S-83-596 and UL cable safety standards, with thicknesses ranging from 5.8 mm to 12.2 mm. Furthermore, every cable undergoes factory testing prior to shipment, and higher-performance connector options are offered to customers seeking lower signal loss.
