STL Unveils World's Slimmest IBR Cable for Hyperscalers

STL, an optical and digital solutions organization, announced the launch of the world's slimmest IBR cable with 864F for hyperscalers in the United States, creating a new category of high density fiber connectivity that is completely limitless. The all-new Celesta IBR cable is specially created to be efficient in data center environments, where space, speed, and reliability are the parameters that matter.

 The slim 11.7 mm design has a flat profile that is designed to fit a 14 mm inner duct. Specifically, it fits in 14/18 mm micro subducts and depending on the how it is deployed even smaller diameter subducts can be used. The 864 Fiber is one of the densest solutions available on the market today.

The cable uses bend-insensitive, HD G.657.A2 200-micron fiber to withstand harsh environments for longevity, while providing high bend performance and maximizes the efficiency of installation in duct systems.

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Speaking about this development, Dr. Badri Gomatam, CTO, STL, said,"Our breakthrough Celesta IBR cable is a testament to STL's commitment to advanced engineering and customer-centric innovation… foundation for next-generation digital infrastructure."

In performance testing, the cable was jetted 4,700 feet in under 20 minutes. The cable design reduces the time and labour effort for deployment of hyperscale networks. The intermittent bonded ribbon design also accommodates mass fusion splicing that can also improve productivity in large data center builds and fiber to cabinet installation.

The cable is fully compliant with ICEA 122-744 and GR-20 standards and has undergone thorough testing in IEC compliant track layouts to guarantee dependability for rigorous environments in U.S. hyperscalers. STL underscored how the new product demonstrates STL’s engineering capability with a wider IBR portfolio continuing from 12F to 6,912F.