The LINDEN-SPE-7124-2 Hybrid (-075) Buoyant Hybrid Cable is intended for specialised applications requiring integrated optical communication and electrical connectivity in marine and underwater environments. Its hybrid design combines fibre-optic elements and copper conductors within a single cable assembly, helping support data transmission and electrical functions while reducing the need for separate cable runs.

Designed for demanding deployment conditions, the cable family features a lightweight, rugged construction intended to balance flexibility, mechanical durability, and protection of internal optical elements. Its buoyant design is suited to underwater tether systems where cable weight, positioning, and handling characteristics are important considerations.

The cable is potentially suitable for remotely operated vehicles, underwater robotics, subsea instrumentation, marine research, offshore inspection, and underwater monitoring systems. Integrating optical and electrical elements in one cable can help simplify system integration and cable management.

Final selection should be based on the specific requirements of the application, including fibre type and count, conductor arrangement, electrical rating, cable diameter, buoyancy, tensile strength, operating depth, and environmental conditions. These model-specific parameters should be verified with Linden Photonics before purchase or installation.

1. Typical Features

• Hybrid cable construction integrating optical fibres and copper conductors.

• Buoyant design for marine and underwater deployment.

• Lightweight, compact, and flexible cable construction.

• Rugged protective jacket for demanding subsea environments.

• Hermetic coating to help protect optical fibres against moisture.

• Designed to combine optical data transmission with electrical connectivity.

• Customizable cable construction to suit application requirements.

• Optional strength members and jacket materials, depending on configuration.

• Designed to balance mechanical durability, flexibility, and cable weight.

• Available electrical voltage ratings and buoyancy options depend on the specified cable design.

2. Typical Applications

• Remotely operated underwater vehicles (ROVs).

• Subsea communication and control systems.

• Marine robotics and underwater inspection equipment.

• Underwater cameras and imaging systems.

• Oceanographic research and monitoring equipment.

• Marine sensors and instrumentation.

• Offshore survey and inspection systems.

• Tethered underwater platforms.

• Defence and naval underwater systems.

• Applications requiring combined optical data and electrical transmission.

3. Technical Summary