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UAV Fiber Optic Spool
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UAV Fiber Optic Spool

Ultra-light UAV payout spool that dispenses bend-insensitive fiber cleanly at high speed, from 500 m to 50 km.

Ultra-light optical fiber payout spool for tethered UAVs and unmanned vehicles, wound with bend-insensitive G.657.A2 single-mode fiber supplied in 17 standard lengths (500 m–50 km) with an FC interface.
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Technical Specifications

Weight80 g/km
Pulling Force60N
Available Lengths500 m to 50 km (17 standard variants — see Ordering Information)

Key Features

  • Ultra-light payout spool design optimized for tethered UAV and unmanned-vehicle fiber links
  • Bend-insensitive G657.A2 single-mode fiber for reliable high-speed payout with minimal bend loss
  • Optional Kevlar coating for high strength and wear resistance in harsh environments
  • Rated 60 N pulling force for controlled, snag-free fiber dispensing under tension
  • Rugged black housing built for demanding field and airborne conditions
  • Made in India

Applications & Use Cases

  • Tethered UAV and drone fiber-optic communication and control links
  • Defence, ISR and loitering / FPV unmanned systems requiring jam-resistant fiber tethers
  • Unmanned surface and underwater vehicles (USV/ROV) and unmanned vessels
  • Underwater exploration, tunnels, pipelines and underground culvert deployment
  • Rapid field-deployable and emergency fiber-optic communication links
  • Industrial and research applications demanding lightweight, high-strength fiber payout