Fiber Optic Cable Pulling Rods
In this category, you will find Extralink cable pulling rods made of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP), which facilitate the pulling of wires and optical cables into protective tubes, substructures, and ducts. With various diameters and lengths, you can choose a solution that precisely meets the requirements of your specific task.
The range extends from smaller, shorter rods to large diameter, several hundred meters long professional pulling rods. The highly visible yellow color, the flexible yet strong fiberglass material, and the practical storage on a reel ensure quick and safe work both in the field and in the workshop.
- Fiberglass FRP cable pulling rods with diameters of 3.8–13 mm
- Short (15–50 m) rods for smaller installations, residential setups
- Medium (75–150 m) lengths for industrial, office, and building installations
- Long (200–350 m) pulling rods for outdoor networks and backbone network tasks
- Strong yet flexible design for use in tight bends and long pipe sections
Applications: from telecommunications to industrial cabling
The fiberglass Extralink pulling rods are ideal for pulling copper and optical cables, control and power lines into protective tubes, PVC or HDPE ducts, floor ducts, and underground substructures. They are widely used in the installation of telecommunications networks, FTTH/FTTx systems, camera systems, as well as industrial automation cables.
The flexible yet sufficiently rigid fiberglass core allows for advancement in long, multi-bend pipe sections while minimizing the risk of breakage and snagging. The highly visible yellow color aids in identification on the worksite, reducing the risk of accidents and speeding up installation.
What technical aspects should be considered when choosing?
When selecting the appropriate cable pulling rod, several parameters should be taken into account: the length and diameter of the pipe network, the number and angle of bends, as well as the number and rigidity of the cables to be pulled. These determine the required rod diameter, length, and desired rigidity.
- Diameter (3.8–13 mm): smaller (3.8–4.5 mm) rods are suitable for narrow, small diameter pipes, medium (6–9 mm) sizes are for universal use, while larger (10–13 mm) rods are recommended for long, straight or slightly curved sections and higher loads.
- Length (15–350 m): shorter rods are ideal for indoor, residential installations, and pulls between cabinets and walls; the 75–150 m versions are typical choices for main wiring inside buildings, while the 200–350 m types are for outdoor, underground, and backbone network tasks.
- Flexibility and rigidity: thinner rods better follow the curves of the pipe, while thicker ones can be pushed more stably over longer distances, thus for long, less curved sections, larger diameters are advantageous.
Benefits for everyday installation tasks
Thanks to the FRP (fiber-reinforced polymer) material, the pulling rods are lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and have a long lifespan, making them suitable for intensive daily use. The reel design allows for easy transport and handling, and the gradual extension and retraction of the rod speeds up workflows and reduces the risk of cable damage.
The various diameter-length combinations (for example, 3.8 mm / 15–100 m, 6–9 mm / 75–300 m, 10–13 mm / 100–350 m) allow you to choose the optimal tool for every project, whether it's a small maintenance job or large-scale network construction.
