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FTTA Fiber Connectivity for 4G and 5G Cell Sites
Waterproof CPRI patch cords, hybrid fiber-power cable and outdoor boxes that connect the baseband unit to the radios on the tower.
What FTTA replaces
Fiber to the antenna (FTTA) replaces coaxial cable between the baseband unit (BBU) and the remote radio units (RRU or AAU) with fiber. Signal loss drops, the cable on the tower gets lighter, and the BBU can sit further away, which makes centralized C-RAN designs possible.
| Cell-site point | Products |
|---|---|
| BBU to tower | Hybrid fiber-power cable carries fiber and DC power in one armored cable. |
| Tower junction | Outdoor distribution boxes split the trunk into individual radio links. |
| Radio connection | Waterproof CPRI patch cords plug into the RRU or AAU. |
Connector systems we supply
Radio vendors use different hardened connectors. Tell us your radio model and we match the cord.
PDLC
For Huawei and ZTE radios.
NSN boot
For Nokia (Nokia Siemens) radios.
FullAXS
Duplex LC SFP interface, used by several vendors.
ODVA / H-connector
IP67/IP68 rated, OptiTap-compatible options with SC, DLC or MPO.
Compatibility names describe the connector type only. Brand names belong to their owners.
Details we need for a quote
- Radio vendor and model, or connector type at the radio
- Connector at the BBU or junction-box end (LC, DLC, SC, MPO)
- Lengths and quantity
- Armored or non-armored cable, and outdoor rating
Get a free spec sheet & quote
Tell us the fiber count, length and connector. Candy, our fiber specialist, reviews every request.