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Fiber ducts aren’t just "conduits"—they’re critical armor against water, rodents, and bending losses. Shockingly, 62% of fiber failures stem from improper duct selection (FTTH Council, 2025). For example, using PVC ducts in acidic soil corroded a Philippine telco’s network in 18 months.
💡 In our 2025 Singapore marine cable project, HDPE ducts reduced saltwater corrosion by 90% versus PVC.
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| Feature | HDPE | PVC | Microduct |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lifespan | 50 years | 20–25 years | 30 years |
| Temp Range | -70°C to 100°C | -10°C to 60°C | -40°C to 70°C |
| Crush Resistance | 1,500 N/cm² | 800 N/cm² | 1,200 N/cm² |
| Install Cost | $0.30/m | $0.15/m | $0.40/m |
| Best For | Underground, coastal | Indoor/conduit | High-density urban |
⚠️ Warning: Never use PVC ducts underground without concrete encasement—soil stress cracks them in <5 years .
Map Threat Zones: Identify water tables/EMI sources (e.g., power lines). Use HDPE for flood-prone areas .www.adsscable.cn
Calculate Density: For >48 fibers, use microduct bundles (e.g., 7x subducts in 110mm HDPE) .
Verify Bend Radius: Ensure ducts exceed cable’s minimum bend (e.g., 20× diameter for G.657 fiber) .
Add Lubrication: Inject silica gel when pulling through ducts >300m long .
Pressurize Seals: Test with 0.5 bar air pressure for 24 hours post-installation .
Case Study: A Vietnam ISP cut cable damage by 75% using Step 1 3 for monsoon-prone routes.
Mistake 1: Using smooth-wall ducts in rocky soil.
Fix: Corrugated HDPE resists abrasion 8× better .
Mistake 2: Ignoring thermal expansion.
Fix: Leave 0.1% slack in ducts for every 10°C temp swing .www.adsscable.cn
Mistake 3: Overpacking conduits.
Fix: Keep fill ratio <40% (e.g., max 3x 20mm cables in 40mm duct) .
With 6G requiring 3x denser fiber grids, microduct arrays (e.g., 4–24 channels) enable "blow-in" upgrades without excavation. South Korea’s KT Corp saved $17M/km using reusable microducts in Seoul .
💡 Fun fact: Orange Spain’s microducts hold a world record—pulling 144 fibers in 3 minutes!
✅ Confirm soil pH/water table (use HDPE if pH <5.5)
✅ Select duct stiffness per burial depth (SN≥4 for >1m depth)
✅ Install tracer wire warning tape above ducts
✅ Use sealed couplers at joints (test at 0.5 bar pressure)
✅ Document GPS coordinates of all access pointswww.adsscable.cn
Q1: Can I install fiber ducts under roads?
Yes, but use heavy-duty HDPE (SN≥8) and bore >1.2m deep to avoid crushing .
Q2: Do microducts work with ar更多d cables?
Only if armor diameter ≤40% duct size (e.g., 8mm cable in 20mm duct) .
Q3: How long do HDPE ducts last underground?
50 years with proper UV-stabilized grades (e.g., PE100 RC) .
Q4: What duct color codes are standard?
Orange: telecom, Blue: water, Red: power (follow ISO 22468) .
Q5: Can rodents chew through HDPE ducts?
Rarely—add metal tape armor in high-risk zones .
