OCC
– tactical fiber optic cable for harsh environments

Optical Cable Corporation (OCC) is a US manufacturer of fiber optic cable and connectivity solutions, with particular expertise in rugged tactical cables for military, industrial and other harsh-environment applications.

Foss supplies OCC tactical fiber optic cable both as bulk cable and as part of complete, pre-terminated cable assemblies manufactured and tested by Foss. OCC cable is used in several of our rugged fiber solutions, including assemblies with ProBeam and IP-Series connectors, where flexibility, mechanical strength and reliable performance are essential.

About Optical Cable Corporation

Optical Cable Corporation was established in 1983 and is headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia, USA.

OCC's history in rugged fiber optics began with the development of strong, lightweight tactical fiber optic cables for the US military. This expertise has since evolved into a broad portfolio of fiber optic and copper cabling and connectivity products for military, industrial and commercial applications.

OCC remains particularly well known for tactical fiber optic cables designed for repeated deployment and retrieval in demanding environments.

OCC cable from Foss

Foss has extensive experience with OCC tactical cable and supplies it both as a standalone cable and as a component in our own pre-terminated fiber optic assemblies.

This means OCC cable can be supplied:

• as bulk cable in the required length
• as a complete, terminated and tested cable assembly

Our specialists can help select the appropriate cable construction, fiber type and fiber count based on the application and the mechanical and environmental requirements.

OCC tactical fiber optic cable

OCC tactical cable is designed for applications where standard fiber optic cable does not provide sufficient mechanical protection or flexibility.

The cables combine low weight, high mechanical strength and flexibility, making them well suited for repeated deployment, retrieval and transportation.

Typical applications include:

• defense and military communications
• industrial applications
• offshore
• oil and gas
• aquaculture
• broadcast and mobile installations
• temporary fiber optic networks

Flexible polyurethane-based outer jackets provide resistance to abrasion and temporary exposure to oils and other chemicals while maintaining flexibility in low temperatures.

View OCC tactical fiber optic cable →

D-Series – our standard tactical cable

OCC D-Series is a rugged distribution cable designed for deployment and retrieval in harsh environments.

At Foss, D-Series is our standard OCC tactical cable and is used in several of our pre-terminated rugged fiber solutions, including assemblies with TE ProBeam and SENKO IP-LC connectors.

Its compact, round construction combines mechanical strength with low weight and flexibility, making it suitable for mobile and temporary fiber networks.

D-Series is available with different fiber counts and fiber types and can be supplied either as bulk cable or as a complete pre-terminated assembly.

B-Series – tactical breakout cable

OCC B-Series is a rugged breakout cable in which the individual fibers are protected within separate buffered subunits.

This construction makes the cable particularly suitable for applications where individual fibers need to be terminated directly to connectors, while avoiding the need for a large external breakout manifold.

Foss can use B-Series cable in customer-specific pre-terminated breakout assemblies.

From OCC cable to a complete Foss solution

OCC manufactures the fiber optic cable. Foss can then cut, terminate, assemble and test the cable in our own production facilities.

This combines OCC's cable technology with Foss' expertise in fiber termination and rugged connectivity.

Depending on the application, we can customise:

• cable length
• fiber type and fiber count
• connector type at one or both ends
• breakout and fan-out configuration
• pulling protection
• cable reels and cable management
• labelling and configuration

The result is a complete cable assembly adapted to the application and tested before delivery.

OCC cable in rugged Foss solutions

ProBeam

OCC tactical cable is used in our ProBeam assemblies for temporary and mobile fiber optic connections.

ProBeam expanded beam connectors are designed for demanding environments where cables and connectors may be exposed to dirt, mechanical stress and repeated mating cycles.

Combined with OCC tactical cable, ProBeam provides a rugged fiber optic solution for applications including defense, industry and other harsh environments.

Explore ProBeam solutions →

Why choose OCC cable through Foss?

Selecting the right tactical cable involves more than choosing the number of fibers.

The cable needs to match how it will be transported, deployed, retrieved and connected to other equipment, as well as the mechanical and environmental conditions of the application.

With experience in both OCC tactical cable and the production of rugged fiber optic assemblies, Foss can assist with:

• OCC cable selection
• fiber type and fiber count
• rugged connector selection
• customer-specific termination
• complete cable assemblies
• cable reels and deployment solutions
• testing and documentation

Customers can therefore purchase OCC cable as bulk cable or receive a complete, ready-to-use fiber optic assembly manufactured by Foss.

Frequently asked questions about OCC

Talk to us about OCC tactical cable

Need a rugged fiber optic cable for repeated deployment, mechanical stress or harsh environmental conditions?

Foss can help you select the right OCC cable, whether you need bulk cable or a complete, pre-terminated and tested cable assembly.

Contact us about OCC →