What Is OPGW Fiber?
OPGW, or OPTGW cables stand for Optical Ground Wire and they are a type of overhead fiber cable. OPGW are usually installed on normal voltage and extra high voltage power lines. This type of cable has two functions: Ground Wire and providing a communication link for the transmission of voice, video or data by incorporating optic fibers into the cable. It is used in the construction of electric power transmission and distribution lines.
OPGW fiber cables are used to replace conventional ground wire of old power lines with increasing fiber communications function.
:: The Structure of a OPGW Cable
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