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New Fiber Optic Cable Hose Making Wiring and Connections Easier Undersea

Posted February 10th, 2012 by yodelay
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Undersea and underwater fiber optic connections and wiring are problematic when space is tight. This could be due to limited bulkhead space or connections in small equipment. Precision Subsea AS have a new way to tackle tight tight bend radius problems.


gt Yarmouth, Norfolk, United Kingdom., February 10, 2012 - (PressReleasePoint) -

Under sea and under pressure any Engineer or tech that operates electronic equipment undersea can describe the problems of connecting wiring in tight bulkheads and restricted spaces. 
 
SEA CON Worldwide® subsidiary Precision Subsea AS based in Norway. Has launched the 8mm PBOF Hose & MKII Fitting System.
The hose fitting like all good inventions is simple - Wiring for underwater fiber optics can been stored together in one single clear hose. Giving techs fast inspection of the contents.
 
The hose allows engineers and technicians to exploit the available bend radius in a wiring space to maximum effect. The clear polyurethane hose allows for easy identification of wiring and hose contents.
 
The 8mm hose follows on from the existing 13mm and 20mm hose sizes. The Hose is designated PBOF (Pressure Balanced, Oil Filled) it is pressure rated to the same standards as the 13mm and 20mm hose. 
 
The 8mm connector is also fully compatible with the 13mm and 20mm hose types. The hose is tested as pressure and temperature self regulating to 3,000m. The operational temperature range of the hose is -5 to +40°C and can be kept in storage from -35 to +50°C. 
 
The hose is designed for a working lifetime for up to 25 years. Fluid compatibility ranges from Silicone oil to mineral oil, synthetic oil & seawater.
Materials used in the fitting are Titanium GR2 or AISI316 and the fitting Sealing system is Single or Double o-rings.
 
Key Features of the PBOF 8mm MKII Hose;
 
  • Temperature and pressure compensated
  • Design Life: >25 years in operation subsea
  • Pressure/Temperature: Self compensating to
  • 3,000m WD
  • Single or double o-ring sealing
  • Metal to metal sealing
  • Swivel Nut. Serrated for easy handling
  • Titanium GR2 or AISI316 as an option
  • Anti-rotation crimp sleeve system
  • MKII compatible through out
  • Crimp sleeve electrically connected
 
The hose wall is 3mm thick and has been designed to provide increased resistance against kinks with a minimum bend radius of 45mm. 
 
From the development process in August 2011 to February 2012 42 PBOF MKII hoses have entered service around the world.  
 

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