Fibre Systems’ SMPTE 311M Hybrid Fibre cable delivers ultra-low-loss HD video, audio, and data in studio, portable, or harsh environments. High-strength CPE-coated fibres and polyethylene-insulated copper ensure durability, while the flexible, abrasion-resistant TPE jacket withstands indoor and outdoor use.
| Jacket | PVC |
|---|---|
| Application | Tactical |
Fibre Systems’ SMPTE 311M Hybrid Fibre cable delivers ultra-low-loss HD video, audio, and data in studio, portable, or harsh environments. High-strength CPE-coated fibres and polyethylene-insulated copper ensure durability, while the flexible, abrasion-resistant TPE jacket withstands indoor and outdoor use.
The SMPTE fiber cable combines optical fibre and copper conductors in a single cable, providing connectivity for professional broadcast camera systems. This hybrid construction supports the transmission of video, audio, data and power through one cable.
The cable is designed for demanding studio, portable and outside broadcast environments where flexibility and durability are important. Its abrasion-resistant TPE jacket helps protect the cable during regular handling, installation and use in indoor or outdoor settings.
For mobile production and outside broadcast environments, tactical cable provides a practical solution where cables may need to be deployed, moved and packed away regularly.
The rugged construction also makes this tactical fibre optic cable suitable for applications where reliable optical connectivity and mechanical durability are required.
SMPTE fibre cable generally refers to fibre-based broadcast camera cable designed for professional video and broadcast connectivity. Depending on the cable construction, SMPTE fibre cables can combine optical fibres with copper conductors to provide both optical transmission and electrical connectivity.
The main difference is that SMPTE 311M is a hybrid broadcast cable rather than a fibre-only cable. SMPTE 311M combines optical fibres with copper conductors, whereas a standard fibre optic cable primarily carries data through optical fibres and does not normally provide the same integrated power and electrical connectivity.
An SMPTE hybrid fibre cable combines optical fibre and copper conductors within the same cable. The optical fibres carry high-bandwidth video and data signals, while the copper conductors can provide power and electrical signal connections. This allows multiple functions to be supported through one broadcast camera cable.
An SMPTE fibre connector is a connector designed for use with compatible hybrid broadcast camera cable assemblies. The connector provides the physical interface between the SMPTE cable and compatible cameras, camera control equipment, patch panels or other broadcast infrastructure.
Yes. SMPTE 311M cables can be supplied as custom cable assemblies with specific lengths, connector configurations and termination requirements. Custom assemblies are useful when a standard cable does not match the camera, equipment or installation requirements of a broadcast project.
Choose an SMPTE cable based on the camera and equipment being connected, required cable length, connector configuration, fibre construction and installation environment. For outside broadcast and other demanding applications, flexibility, mechanical strength and environmental protection should also be considered.
Yes. SMPTE hybrid camera cables are widely used for outside broadcast and other professional production environments. The appropriate cable construction should be selected according to factors such as outdoor exposure, cable movement, mechanical requirements, operating conditions and the equipment being connected.
