Manufacture of fibre optic cables

NACE v2.0 Code: C27.31

About manufacture of fibre optic cables

NACE code 27.31 covers the manufacture of fibre optic cables, a critical component in modern telecommunications infrastructure. This industry plays a vital role in enabling high-speed data transmission and connectivity across the globe. As the demand for reliable and high-bandwidth internet, television, and other digital services continues to grow, the manufacture of fibre optic cables has become increasingly important within the broader electronics and telecommunications sectors.

Production process

The production of fibre optic cables involves several key steps. First, optical fibres are drawn from high-purity glass or plastic preforms. These fibres are then coated with protective layers, such as acrylate or polyimide, to enhance their durability. Next, the coated fibres are assembled into bundles or cables, which may include additional reinforcing elements like steel wires or aramid yarns. Finally, the complete cable assembly undergoes testing and quality control measures before being prepared for distribution and installation.

Production inputs

The manufacture of fibre optic cables requires several key inputs, including high-purity glass or plastic materials for the optical fibres, as well as various coating and reinforcing materials. Specialized machinery, such as fibre drawing towers, cabling equipment, and testing apparatus, are also essential for the production process. Additionally, skilled technicians and engineers are needed to operate the equipment and ensure the quality and consistency of the final products.

Production outputs

The primary output of the fibre optic cable manufacturing industry is, of course, the fibre optic cables themselves. These cables are then consumed by a variety of other industries, including 61.10 Wired telecommunications activities, 61.20 Wireless telecommunications activities, and 42.22 Construction of utility projects for electricity and telecommunications, as they are used to build and maintain telecommunications networks and infrastructure.

Revisions to 27.31

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 27.31. The most recent 1 version of this code (27.31) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 27.31 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related Tariff Codes (HS / Harmonized System)

These HS codes are related to this econ code: (27.31).

HS code HS year HS title
854470HS v2017Insulated electric conductors; optical fibre cables
900110HS v2017Optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables; excluding those of heading no. 8544
900120HS v2017Optical elements; polarising material, sheets and plates thereof
900130HS v2017Lenses, contact; unmounted, of any material, excluding elements of glass not optically worked
900140HS v2017Lenses, spectacle; unmounted, of glass, excluding elements of glass not optically worked
900150HS v2017Lenses, spectacle; unmounted, of materials other than glass
900190HS v2017Optical elements; lenses n.e.c. in heading no. 9001, prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, unmounted, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked)
900219HS v2017Lenses; objective, (other than for cameras, projectors or photographic enlargers or reducers), mounted, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked)
900220HS v2017Filters; mounted as parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked)
900290HS v2017Optical elements; n.e.c. in heading no. 9002 (e.g. prisms and mirrors), mounted, being parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked)

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (27.31).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
2731ISIC v4.0Manufacture of fibre optic cables

Related CPC Codes

These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (27.31).

CPC code CPC Version CPC title
46360CPC v2.1Optical fibre cables made up of individually sheathed fibres
48311CPC v2.1Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles; optical fibre cables (except those made up of individually sheathed fibres); sheets and plates of polarizing material; lenses, prisms, mirrors and other optical elements (except of glass not optically worked), whether or not mounted, other than for cameras, projectors or photographic enlargers or reducers
88753CPC v2.1Fibre optic cable manufacturing services

Family tree for manufacture of fibre optic cables

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/27'>27: Manufacture of electrical equipment</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/27/3'>27.3: Manufacture of wiring and wiring devices</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/27/31'>27.31: Manufacture of fibre optic cables</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/27/32'>27.32: Manufacture of other electronic and electric wires and cables</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/27/33'>27.33: Manufacture of wiring devices</a>"]

    

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