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For years, fibre installers have generally had to choose between two approaches: a ruggedised fibre cable with a thicker, more protective construction, or an armoured fibre cable designed to provide additional mechanical protection. We thought there should be another option. Telcomates Origins® brings those two worlds together. With an overall cable diameter of 4.7mm, Origins is our new generation of fibre optic cable, combining the toughness of a ruggedised cable with the added protection of an armoured design. One cable. Two proven ideas. Back to the roots The name Origins has a simple meaning for us. Fibre optic technology is...

Something unusual is happening in the fibre optic market right now. Prices have shot up dramatically and the reason might surprise you. It is not just about infrastructure demand. It is about war. Here is a plain-English breakdown of what is going on, why it matters, and what Telcomates is doing about it. Drones Are Now Using Fibre Optic Cable In the Russia-Ukraine war, both sides have been flying FPV (first-person view) drones to hit targets. These drones traditionally used radio signals but radio signals can be jammed. The solution? Connect the drone to the operator with a physical fibre...

If you have NBN FTTP (Fibre to the Premises), there is a fibre optic cable that connects: Outside NBN box (PCD) → Inside NBN modem (NTD). This cable is usually a single-mode SC/APC fibre patch cable, which is the standard connector used for NBN fibre installations. Many people replacing or extending their fibre cable get confused because there are multiple types available. The main difference between them is durability and protection. Below is a simple guide to help you choose the right one. 1. Standard Fibre Cable (Most Homes Need This) For most households, a standard fibre patch cable is...