Corning 144EC5-14100D53 – 144-Fiber Ribbon Cable, Single-Mode OS2, Dielectric-Armored, Black, Outdoor

Corning 144EC5-14100D53 – 144-Fiber Ribbon Cable, Single-Mode OS2, Dielectric-Armored, Black, Outdoor

This 144-fiber ribbon cable is engineered for outdoor applications, including direct burial, duct, and aerial installations, providing high-performance single-mode (OS2) transmission. The cable features a dielectric armor with steel strength members for mechanical protection, while the black polyethylene jacket ensures durability in harsh environments. Each fiber is organized in 12-fiber ribbons with natural-colored buffer tubes and color-coded for easy identification. Water-swellable tapes and layers protect against moisture ingress, making the cable ideal for long-term outdoor deployment. Supporting 1310, 1383, and 1550 nm wavelengths with ultra-low attenuation, this cable offers reliable performance for high-capacity single-mode networks.

General Specifications
Product Number: 144EC5-14100D53
Cable Type: Ribbon
Environment: Outdoor
Product Type: Dielectric armor
Fiber Category: Single-mode (OS2)
Application: Direct Buried, Duct, Aerial
Cable Geometry: Round

Standards
RoHS: Free of hazardous substances according to RoHS 2011/65/EU
Common Installations: Outdoor lashed aerial, duct, and direct-buried; indoor when installed according to NEC® Article 770
Design and Test Criteria: ANSI/ICEA S-87-640, Telcordia GR-20, RDUP PE-90

Environmental Conditions
Temperature Range, Installation: -30 °C to 70 °C (-22 °F to 158 °F)
Temperature Range, Operation: -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)
Temperature Range, Storage: -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)

Cable Design
Buffer Tube Color: Natural
Fiber Count: 144
Buffer Tube Diameter: 7.8 mm (0.31 in)
Number of Ripcords: 2
Fiber Coloring: Blue, Orange, Green, Brown, Slate, White, Red, Black, Yellow, Violet, Rose, Aqua
Outer Jacket Color: Black
Outer Jacket Material: Polyethylene (PE)
Tensile Strength Elements and/or Armoring - Layer 1: Steel strength members
Tape: Water-swellable
Tape, Layer 1: Water-swellable
Tape, Layer 2: Water-swellable
Ribbons per Tube: 12
Fibers per Ribbon: 12

Mechanical Specifications
Max. Tensile Strength, Long-Term: 890 N (200.08 lbf)
Max. Tensile Strength, Short-Term: 2700 N (606.98 lbf)
Nominal Outer Diameter: 13.9 mm (0.55 in)
Min. Bend Diameter Installation: 418 mm (16.46 in)
Min. Bend Diameter Operation: 278 mm (10.94 in)

Optical Characteristics
Fiber Code: E
Performance Option Code: 00
Fiber Category: OS2
Fiber Type: Single-mode (OS2) / 250 µm
Fiber Name: Single-mode (OS2)
Maximum Attenuation: 0.35 dB/km / 0.35 dB/km / 0.25 dB/km
Wavelengths: 1310 nm / 1383 nm / 1550 nm
Fiber Compliance: ITU-T G.652.D

Dimensions
Cable Weight: 187 kg/km (125.66 lb/1000 ft)