February 16, 2005 Leominster, MA -- Mohawk, a developer of fiber-optic and copper cable products, has announced its ArmorLite family of fiber-optic cables, which are manufactured with interlocked armor. The company says the cable eliminates the need for additional innerduct, saving installation time as well as space in plenum or riser pathways.

The company proclaims the cable's rugged construction ideal for heavy industrial applications where an added measure of protection in a flexible design is required. Cables are available from stock in plenum in 6, 12, and 24 fiber counts. Other versions are also available up to 144 fibers.

The cable is available with either aluminum or heavy-duty steel interlocking and in either tight-buffered or loose-tube constructions. According to the company, the cables meet stringent industry flame-resistant testing and are rated Type OFCP or OFCR. The cable jacketing is lead-free.

"The most important feature of a fiber-optic cable jacket is to protect the cable's integrity in the environment. But, when additional protection is needed, the cable is installed in conduit or innerduct," explains Mike Connaughton, RCDD, fiber-optic sales manager, Mohawk. "With ArmorLite, not only are we providing the highest protection of the fiber, but we are also saving time for the installer by eliminating the conduit. With one pull, there is less stress on the cable which even further adds to the cable's performance."