Identifying & Designing the Correct Undersea Cable
Within our world there are countless undersea cable constructions for a multitude of ocean or underwater applications. Here are several examples of applications that can encompass a variety of different components with a wide range of sizes:
1. Tow Cables
2. Riser Cables
3. Umbilical Cables
4. Power Cables
5. Specialty Cables:
Small – Micro;
Buoyant;
High Fiber Count;
Hardened;
Land/Air/Space;
Bottom Laid- Deep Ocean, Armored, Fish Bite Protection
No matter what type of cable you plan to use in a subsea environment, selecting the right components and performance characteristics is critical. Without a good specification, misunderstanding or assumptions can waste money and time.
Here are just a few examples where one needs to be attentive to when specifying a subsea cable:
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jacketing material
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strength member
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breaking strength
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compression factors
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repair requirements
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working load
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elongation properties
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minimum bend diameter
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power & signal requirements
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knowledge of torque & rotation characteristics
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optical fiber type-tensile strength and attenuation requirement
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and much more . . .
Let R&R System Solutions deliver the expertise and accumulated experience to provide guidance, training and support of all your ocean and ruggedized cable needs.