There are three common laying methods for outdoor optical cables, namely: underground pipeline laying (that is, laying optical cables in underground pipelines), direct underground laying and overhead laying (that is, laying from utility poles to utility poles in the air. Deploying fiber above ground on poles or towers removes the need for underground digging and is particularly useful when the ground is uneven, rocky or both. Fiber in a duct solutions have a major aesthetic. s when climbing or descending a pole or ladder. Do not step on cables, cable enclosures, or suspended d of a fiber that may be carrying laser light. Laser ight can be invisible and can damage you eyes. Viewing it directly does not cause pain. The iris of the eye will not clo e involuntarily as. This method is generally used when cable is installed above existing lateral cable and other obstructions. The. At the FOA, we're mainly concerned with communications fiber optics - telco, CATV, LAN, industrial, etc.
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