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MichaelNZ

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#320236 21-Jul-2025 20:09
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Which cable is being used for outside and can it withstand being pulled through conduit? I know they used to use some black stuff which looks pretty sold but I don't know what's presently used. Does it still have copper pairs or should I allow to leave the existing copper cable in the conduit?

 

I know they used to use some internal cable which looks like CAT6 but I have also seen some really narrow fibre only stuff in the field. Given the cable will be running under the house I would like to use the must durable option.

 

Is it still 2-strand stuff? I'd like the option for a 2nd ONT.





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  #3396371 23-Jul-2025 08:51
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Hi @MichaelNZ

 

In this instance, you wouldn't need to get the cable if the duct is intact as the technician will pull through either a ruggedised cable or fixed fibre to facilitate a connection depending on the network type in the area. We would advise leaving the existing copper and tech will use this as a draw wire. In regard to your second question, all fibre to single dwellings are 2F, so have the capability for 2 connections. Hope this helps! ^ZF


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