New Conduit Design From CommScope Allows Multiple Cable Installations

HICKORY, NC — A conduit design that simplifies installation and management of multiple cables in a single duct was introduced by CommScope, a supplier of communications infrastructure solutions.

The ConQuest Detectable SubDuct conduit is designed for underground cable networks that will require high cable capacity in the future. A simple and cost-effective solution, it allows users to install a single-duct solution today and add additional capacity later. This forward planning eliminates the need to place additional dedicated conduit later as the network expands. Each separate pathway is capable of carrying individual cables while protecting against natural or construction-related damage.

The conduit can be customized with various numbers of three-quarter-inch chambers within a single jacket, providing easy installation and allowing the use of industry-standard couplers to match any user’s requirements. Made from high-density polyethylene, the Standard Dimension Ratio (SDR) 11-rated inner chambers provide ample protection for all cables and are sized for the installation of standard all-dielectric fiber cables up to 144 count. The robust design permits the use of standard fiber optic cables rather than micro cables.

An optional integrated 18-gauge copper clad steel tone wire helps easily locate all-dielectric fiber optic cables. The outer jacket can be removed to provide access to the innerducts, allowing for easy installation and bending in confined areas, such as underground pedestals. The conduit meets or exceeds the standards in ASTM D 3350-05 for Type III, Class PE 334480E (colors with UV stabilizer) or Class C (black), high-density polyethylene.