Plugging in fiber cable is only part of the job. The other part is getting the cable through lengthy ducts with a minimum of fuss or delay. That’s when a cable floating machine comes in. In this post, we’ll cover how it works, when you should use it and how you can save time by setting it up correctly.

What is a Cable Floating Machine?

A pneumatic cable floating machine feeds fiber optic cables though micro ducts with the assistance of air or fluid pressure. Rather than hand-pulling the cable, the cable is floated through the duct. It’s faster, safer and cuts labor costs. And it also really guards the cable from bends, breaks and stress.

When Should You Use One?

• For long distance fiber cable installation

• If the ducts are excessively bend or have points of friction

• When time is short for the job

• For labor savings and time savings for installation

This is where a floating system is your best friend.

How to Set It Up and Use It

Operating a cable floating machine is so much easier than it sounds.” Just follow these steps:

Inspect the ducts: They should be clean and dry.

Preparing the machine: Block both the inlet and outlet of the machine.

Feed in the cable: Be sure it feeds freely from the reel.

Lean on the air pressure: Not too high and not too low. Find one matched to your cable type.

Turn the machine on: Allow it to blow the cable into the duct.

You’ll be good to go if you follow them.

What to Watch Out For

• Settings have been used with the proper cable type

• The technician needs to be skilled

• Do not press too hard—this could damage the cable

• Always check ducts for obstruction

A little error can lead to big trouble. But handled with care, this machine is magical.

Why should you use a cable floating machine?

Traditional cable pulling is slow and dangerous. The job is quick and safe with a floating cable machine. It’s the greatest tool for long projects. Skyfibertech machines are well known and proven around the globe.