Reliability and Low Maintenance Costs:** The robust structure extends the service life and reduces the frequency and cost of maintenance and replacement due to physical damage, especially in high-traffic or critical networks (such as core networks and metropolitan area networks).
Installation Flexibility and Safety:** They support various laying methods, including direct burial, conduit installation, and aerial installation. Some products also feature flame retardancy, lightning protection, and electromagnetic shielding, enhancing safety and applicability in complex scenarios (such as subways and power systems).
It's important to note that armored fiber optic cables are typically more expensive and heavier, require specialized tools for installation, and require grounding considerations. Their lightness and flexibility may also be less than that of non-armored fiber optic cables.