OMAC F198 Anti-Twisting Counterweight
Description
The OMAC F198 is an anti-twisting counterweight fit for stringing overhead fibre optic cables (OPGW). OPGW carries optical fibres inside the earth wire, and twisting it during the pull can damage the fibres, so the cable has to be held against rotation as it travels through the blocks.
The F198 is a rigid counterweight clamped to the cable with interchangeable, machined jaws lined with nylon to protect the cable surface. Counterweights are used in pairs, spaced at least about 3 m apart, and the cable diameter must be specified at order so the correct jaws are supplied. A metallic carrying case is included.
Three sizes are listed: the F198.50 (22 kg per pair) for Ø350/500 mm running-out blocks with 60/68 mm grooves, the F198.60 (38 kg) for Ø500/800 mm blocks with 68 mm grooves, and the F198.88 (46 kg) for Ø650/800 mm blocks with 95 mm grooves.
Where the cable is pulled with a stocking grip rather than clamped directly, the F198.1 is the stocking-compatible version.
Dimensions and weights are without optional devices.
Applications
Features
- For OPGW stringing: prevents fibre optic earth wire from twisting.
- Rigid counterweight: clamped directly to the cable.
- Interchangeable machined jaws: specify cable diameter at order.
- Nylon liners: protect the cable surface.
- Used in pairs: minimum spacing about 3 m.
- Metallic carrying case: included.
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Specifications
| Model Name | OMAC F198 Anti-Twisting Counterweight |
|---|---|
| Model No. | OMAC-F198 |
| description | Anti-Twisting Counterweight |
Model Range
| F198.50 | For blocks Ø 350/500 mm, groove 60/68 mm · 22 kg (pair) |
| F198.60 | For blocks Ø 500/800 mm, groove 68 mm · 38 kg (pair) |
| F198.88 | For blocks Ø 650/800 mm, groove 95 mm · 46 kg (pair) |
Weight is per pair. Specify the cable diameter when ordering. Dimensions and weights are without optional devices. All data may change without notice.
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