ANNEX G1-3.

7 – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR FIBER CABLE

OPGW OPTICS AND ITS INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES

1 STANDARD SINGLE-MODE FIBER

These specifications refer to the geometric, optical, and transmission characteristics.

of the single-mode fibers whose zero dispersion wavelength is located around
1310 nm, optimized for use in the wavelength region of 1310 nm, and that can
also used at wavelengths in the 1550 nm region (where fiber is not
optimized)

The supplied fibers must comply with the requirements of the UIT-T G.652D standard.
in addition to the special requirements outlined in these terms of reference.

The following are the requirements that specify what is outlined in the UIT-T G.652D standard:

Fiber attributes
Attribute Date Value
Diameter of the modal field Wavelength 1310 nm
Range of nominal values 8.6-9.5 m
Tolerance 0.7
Coating diameter Nominal 125.0 m
Tolerance 1 m
Core concentricity error Maximum 0.8 m
No circularity of the coating Maximum 2.0%
Cut-off wavelength of the cable Maximum 1260 nm
Loss of macroflexion Radio 30 mm
Maximum 1625 nm 0.50 dB
Tension test Minimum 0.69 GPa
Chromatic dispersion coefficient 0min 1300 nm
0max 1324 nm
S0max 0.093 ps/nm2× km
PMD coefficient of uncabled fiber Maximum (Note 1)
Attributes of the cable
Attribute Data Valor
Attenuation coefficient Maximum of 1310 nm at 0.4 dB/km
1625 nm (Note 2)
Maximum at 1383 nm 3 nm (Note 3)
Maximum at 1550 nm 0.3 dB/km
PMD coefficient M 20 cables
Q 0.01%

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 PMDQmaximum 0.20 ps/ km
NOTE 1 – Cable manufacturers may specify an optional maximum PMD coefficient of fiber
no wiring to support the primary requirements of PMDQof the cable if it has been verified for a type
of cable construction in particular.
NOTE 2 – This wavelength range can be extended up to 1260 nm by adding 0.07 dB/km of
Rayleigh scattering loss induced to the attenuation value at 1310 nm. In this case, the length of
The cable cut-off wavelength shall not exceed 1250 nm.
NOTE 3 – The average attenuation detected in samples at this wavelength must be less than or equal to
specified value at 1310 nm after the hydrogen aging process in accordance with
the CEI 60793-2-50 in relation to fiber category B1.3.

The fiber coatings must be removable to allow for splices and

terminations.

2 SPECIFIC CHARACTERISTICS

The supplied cable must comply with the requirements of IEEE 1138 standard, in addition to the
special requirements outlined in this terms of conditions document.

The cable must be of the loose tube type with 6 to 12 fibers (each with different color markings) per tube.

The standard to be used for the color coding for the optical fiber cable to be acquired is:

U.S. STD. blue-orange-green-brown-gray-white-red-black-yellow-purple-pink-aquamarine.

This standard must apply to both the fibers and the container buffers.

The optical fibers must remain intact, both optically and mechanically, when exposed to
sudden temperature increases of up to 160ºC for one second in the short condition
circuit.

The interstices of the fiber unit (tube) must be filled with a suitable compound for
prevent any moisture ingress from the outside or any water migration along
of the tube. The filling compound used must be compatible with all the components with
that can come into contact and must absorb and/or inhibit the generation of hydrogen within the
cable.

The OPGW cable will be installed on existing 115 kV lines instead of the ground wire.

In addition to what is established in the standard, the requested mechanical and electrical characteristics for the
OPGW cable is:

Line voltage: Lines at 115 or 230 KV

Number of fibers: 24, 36 or 48 as requested in Annex G1-

3.1

Cable type: ALUMOWELD AW 7 NUM9 7/0.

Breaking load of the UTS cable: 7747 Kgs

Approximate diameter of the cable: < 15 mm

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Estimated Weight of the Cable 571 kg/km

Current carrying capacity by fault 100 (kA)2.sec for 115KV 170 (kA)2.sec for

230KV

Short Circuit Current Duration 1 Sec: 13.2 kA

Useful Life: >= 20 years.

The length of the reels will depend on the study for the particular project to be developed.

Quality Assurance Standard ISO 9001 or equivalent in the country of origin.

During the development of the contract, ETB may request specific specifications for
this type of cable depending on the specific project to be carried out, through the update
from the unit price lists in accordance with what is established in III - ORDERS.

3 HARDWARE AND ACCESSORIES FOR FIXING FIBER OPTIC CABLE FOR USE
AERIAL

For both the Transport Network and the Access Network, the fittings and accessories
for aerial use optical cables must meet the following characteristics:

The Supplier must provide complete sets of hardware and accessories for the
fixation of aerial fiber optic cable on concrete or wooden posts of 9, 12 and 15
metros, or on electrical transmission towers. The galvanizing that the elements will have,
Fasteners and fastening accessories must comply with ASTM A123 and A153 standards.

The Offeror must attach all the technical specifications of their proposal.
suspension, retention, and reserve fittings for cables for the types of cables
specified in Annex G1-3.1A, along with the documentation (printed, videos, others)
that shows the cable fixing alternatives.

The cable fastening piece must be coated with a material that ensures the
protection of the outer jacket of the cable.

The suspension, retention, and reserve hardware, and the fastening staples must be
built from a material highly resistant to external factors such as humidity,
temperature changes and corrosion resistant.

The hardware must be supplied complete, with all its bolts, washers of
pressure, hexagonal nuts and fastening parts.

The nuts, screws, and accessories must be made of hot-dip galvanized steel.

The nuts and the screw heads must be hexagonal and provide ease of use.
for assembly and disassembly with usual tools.

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 The hardware and accessories for cable fixing must be designed, manufactured and
tested according to the applicable requirements of international standards, in
specifically the IEC 1284 standard. ISO 9001 Quality Assurance Standard or equivalent
in the country of origin.

The Offeror must provide complete sets of hardware for the cable fastening.
with the possibility for attachment to the body of the towers in medium voltage line infrastructure
high tension.

The pressure on the aluminum frame body must be obtained by placing

pressure washers.
In the fixings of the bolts and screws, means should be provided to prevent their
loosening due to vibration, using lock washers, nuts, lock nuts
and other suitable devices.

The Offeror must list all the variety of hardware and accessories for cable fastening.
requested with their respective unit prices and according to the estimated quantities in the
Annex G1-3.1A for each type of cable.

ETB understands that the fittings and accessories for securing overhead fiber optic cables
Those requested to quote are those that guarantee, in the opinion of the Offeror, adequate functioning.
from the cables.

The useful life of the hardware and accessories for the correct installation of the cable should be at least
minus 20 years.

3.1 Suspension Hardware

The suspension hardware for the cable shall be of the preformed AGS type ('Armour Grip')
Suspension made of corrosion-resistant aluminum material.
Both the elastic properties of the elastomer cushion and the flexibility of the armor
preformed must provide complete protection for the cable against bending and fatigue.
The mechanical characteristics that the hardware must meet are:
- Minimum tensile strength equal to 60% of the breaking tension of the cable
specified.
- Exit angles of the cable of at least 18° upwards and downwards with respect to the
horizontal plan of the hardware.

3.2 Retention Hardware

The retention fittings for the cable must be of the preformed passing type, made of
alumoweld or galvanized steel and resistant to corrosion, and meet the characteristics
guaranteed techniques. The fittings must be supplied complete, with all their bolts,
pressure washers, rounded edge hexagonal nuts, fastening parts, and a terminal
in elongated (oval) high-strength steel eye. These fittings should also include the
prefabricated elements that are required (number 3.6) according to the type of cable requested in the
Annex G1-3.1A.
The fittings must have a sufficient tightening length to avoid excessive stresses.
in the outer layer of the cable.
The retention hardware must have a minimum resistance to traction without slipping of the
50% of the specified cable break strength.

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3.3 Fastening Clips

Staples must be provided for securing the cable on the bilateral guy towers.
made of aluminum material.
The hardware must be supplied complete, with all its bolts, spacer washers,
rounded edge hexagonal nuts, high strength steel fastening pieces and others
that are required for its proper fixation and assembly. The cable fastening piece must
covering oneself with neoprene or similar material that guarantees the protection of the outer jacket of the
cable.

3.4 Hardware for Cable Reservation

Hardware for cable reservation made of Galvanized Steel and resistant to

corrosion, and comply with the guaranteed technical characteristics.

The fittings must be supplied complete, with all their elements for fixation and assembly.

3.5 Shock Absorbers

The dampers must be appropriate to effectively dampen wind vibration in

a frequency range that could damage the cable, and must be supplied with
all its elements for the assembly. Assume that the installation tension is 10% of the tension
maximum cable breakage limit requested in Annex G1-3.1A.
The shock absorbers must be made of galvanized steel, along with the respective counterweights.
they must be manufactured in zinc.

3.6 Precast Elements

The preformed elements must be obtained through the helical forming process of
rods. The number of rods must be appropriate for its application, compatible with the
peripheral coverage, without separation between the rods of the set. The tips of the
preforms must be protected to prevent the formation of rust on the preform, the cable
and other elements.
They should be marked in the center with indelible ink to facilitate their installation and should be coded.
to properly identify the types of cables in which they can be used.

3.6.1 Preformed rods for protection

The preformed rods for protection must be made of aluminum or an aluminum alloy.
appropriate, with rounded and slightly flattened ends so that it is
a smooth transition over the cable.
They must be marked in the center with indelible ink to facilitate their installation and they must be coded.
to properly identify the types of cables that can be used.

3.6.2 Preformed rods for binding

The preformed rods for anchoring may be made of steel coated with aluminum (alumoweld).
with rounded ends and completely covered with aluminum and slightly flattened
in such a way that there is a smooth transition over the cable.
They should be marked in the center with indelible ink to facilitate their installation and should be coded.
to properly identify the cables to which they apply.

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3.7 Splice Boxes for OPGW Cable

The Offeror must supply the appropriate Splice boxes for the type of OPGW Cable.
acquire, with the following characteristics:

The boxes must provide protection against the elements, corrosion, bullet impacts and
be completely airtight with IP-64 DIN 40050 sealing or better, to prevent the
moisture and dust penetration.

Once installed, the entry of the cables must be perfectly sealed.

The covers must have keys to allow access to their interior.

They must provide all the elements for their fixing on towers.

The box must include the necessary elements to ensure electrical safety of the
operator during maintenance. The bidder must explain in their response to this
how this requirement is guaranteed.

The boxes must be reusable.

They must be painted with non-reflective paint and in the appropriate color to prevent damage from
third parties.

They must have the capacity to receive at least 4 fiber optic cables and up to 96.
fusion splices.

The box must have the necessary trays for 48, 72, or 96 splices as well as the
clamping jaws, specifying the arrangement or distribution of the trays,
agreement with the request in Annex G1-3.1A – List of Goods.

The bidder must itemize the unit prices in the corresponding financial annex.
of the individual accessories that make up the junction box.

The splice boxes for use with OPGW cables requested by ETB are initially from the
following types:

3.7.1 Splice Boxes for coupling between OPGW Cable – OPGW Cable

3.7.2 Splice Boxes for coupling between OPGW Cable - Dielectric Cable for use in the
substations

3.7.3 Junction Boxes for coupling between OPGW Cable – Dielectric Cable – OPGW Cable

3.7.4 Junction Boxes for coupling between OPGW Cable - Dielectric Cable for use in the
access to the cities

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