Here you will find all the answers to your questions: about fibre optic cable installation, blowing technology, our blowing equipment and much more.
Our products combine the technological precision of Karl Pflumm GmbH with our in-depth understanding of market requirements. With many years of experience in fibre optic cable laying, network expansion and technical consulting, we apply our expertise in the development of practical solutions.
At Breitbandtechnik Deutschland, we see ourselves as a partner for progress in fibre optic expansion. Together with Karl Pflumm GmbH, an experienced fibre optic manufacturer with over 70 years of expertise in special machine manufacturing, we develop innovative and reliable solutions for broadband infrastructure in Germany.
The products developed and manufactured by Karl Pflumm GmbH, including innovative jetting systems, stand for maximum precision and durability. Breitbandtechnik Deutschland complements this with technical advice and continuous improvement of applications to ensure the success of our customers.
The cost of blowing in fibre optic cable for an average property is around €1,500. This can vary depending on the time of connection, provider and geographical location. Broadband planning outside an expansion area can cost up to €20,000.
The cost of fibre optic blowing machines varies depending on the model and performance; there are both purchase and rental price models. Our AIRJET blowing machines start at monthly rental prices of around 400 euros. The exact rate is calculated based on the amount of the down payment and the term.
Yes, fibre optics have different pricing models depending on the following factors:
Yes, you can rent or purchase blowers depending on your needs: for many projects and long-term use, it is worth purchasing a device, but for a foreseeable period of time, the rental option is more cost-effective. Please contact us for detailed advice.
Fibre optic cables contain very thin glass fibres that transmit light signals. The core of the fibre optic cable, through which the light is conducted, is surrounded by a cladding that reflects the light inside, thereby transmitting the signals over long distances. Fibre optic cables are therefore solid, very fine glass structures.
The blowing device has a roller or caterpillar drive (depending on the device) that provides mechanical thrust. This is used to push the fibre optic cables from the drum through the pipes. A compressed air compressor generates compressed air, which carries the cables smoothly through the pipe system and protects them from damage thanks to the air cushion effect. Modern devices such as our AIRJET models safeguard the process with sensors, pressure testing systems, automatic stop and crash test functions. They also automatically log blowing data such as speed, pressure and distance. This serves as proof of quality for network operators and clients.
1. Gentle process: Blowing exerts less mechanical stress on the cable, minimising cable breaks or damage.
2. Flexible installation: Longer distances and curves can be handled, reducing the number of splice points required and simplifying installation in existing pipes;
3. Efficient and time-saving: The process is faster than conventional installation methods, especially over long distances, as the cable is blown in at high speed using air pressure.
The maximum blowing length of fibre optic cables depends on various factors. These include cable and pipe diameter, the route and the blowing technique used. The standard range is 1,000 metres, but modern models such as the AIRJET blowing devices can also cover distances of up to 2,500 metres under optimal conditions.
Fibre optic cables are blown into specific nodes and along specified routes in the fibre optic network in order to transport the signal as efficiently and loss-free as possible. These locations can be:
There are various techniques for extending fibre optic cables, which are used depending on the requirements and conditions on site:
Splicing is used to create a continuous, low-loss connection over long distances or in the event of damage. It is used to extend the range, minimise signal loss, repair damage, create a robust connection or connect different types of cable. There are two main methods of splicing: mechanical splicing and fusion splicing, with the latter generally resulting in lower losses. Fusion splicing is often used for single-mode fibres, while mechanical splicing is used for both single-mode and multimode fibres.
The two types of fibre optic cables are:
Blowing technology is a process in which fibre optic cables are blown into empty conduits using compressed air. It enables gentle, efficient laying over long distances without subjecting the sensitive fibre optic cable to high tensile forces. Another name for this process is jetting.
Jetting is another term for blowing fibre optic cables into empty conduits using a blowing machine. It is an efficient and gentle method of laying fibre optic cables over long distances without damaging them mechanically.
Fibre optic cables (also known as optical fibres, or OF for short) are very sensitive; they cannot tolerate much friction and must not be kinked. If a kink does occur, problem-free data transmission via the OF is no longer possible. Therefore, the air flow when blowing the cables into the empty conduits must be precisely metered, monitored and continuously adjusted. Jetting with AIRJET blowing machines is easy and safe.
A fibre optic ONT (Optical Network Terminal) is a device that acts as an interface between the fibre optic network and the home network. It converts the optical signal arriving via the fibre optic cable into an electrical signal, which can then be forwarded via a network cable (Ethernet) to a router or directly to the end devices.
This term refers to a cable blowing machine that can lay fibre optic cables. It is essentially the English term for a cable blowing device.
A fibre optic cable, also known as FO, can transmit data in the form of light signals – the biggest advantages here are that transmission takes place at high speed and over long distances.
FTTX is the abbreviation for Fiber to the X, where X serves as a placeholder for various stages of fiber optic technology development. It is therefore a collective term for all network architectures that use fiber optic cables for data transmission, whereby the endpoint of the fiber optic cable differs. Related terms are FTTH, FTTB and FTTD.
FTTH is the abbreviation for fibre to the home and indicates that fibre optic cables are laid all the way to the end users' homes. Related terms are FTTB, FTTD and FTTX.
FTTB is the abbreviation for fibre to the building/basement and indicates that the fibre optic cable is laid up to the building. Related terms are FTTH, FTTD and FTTX.
FTTD is the abbreviation for fibre to the desktop and indicates that the fibre optic cable is laid all the way to the user's workplace/desk. Related terms are FTTH, FTTB and FTTX.
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We offer both rental and purchase options for our AIRJET injection devices. Your actual monthly rate depends on the amount of your down payment and the term of the contract. We will advise you on your options and would be happy to present the desired jetting model to you in a product demonstration on site: Contact us.
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Our AIRJET product range features several safety precautions. Depending on the model, various functions are available, including the following:
The AIRJET 300 was developed for use at all network levels, but due to its performance, we recommend it primarily for network levels 1 and 2. It was the first blowing machine with fully automatic monitoring of cable surface pressure and a fully integrated pressure testing unit for high-pressure testing in accordance with ZTV-40. This ensures particularly safe fibre optic cable laying, even over long and complicated distances. In addition, like most other devices in the AIRJET family, the AIRJET 300 features fully automatic logging in accordance with Telekom specifications.
The AIRJET 280 is used at network levels 1-3. It has the same basic functions as the AIRJET 300, but does not feature integrated pressure testing and automatic logging.
The AIRJET 100 serves network levels 3-4, making it the ideal blowing machine for laying fibre optic cables to and within buildings. With this machine, all house connection cables from the network distributor as well as all fibres or cables within the houses can be laid safely, quickly and without kinks. The AIRJET 100 has fully automatic logging and data backup as well as a fully automatic crash test function, which can be used to determine the maximum thrust force.
Like the AIRJET 300, the AIRJET 150 can be used on network levels 1-4. Its newly developed electric drive with DuoSync, combined with intelligent software and fully automatic logging, makes it the blowing machine of the future. Its fully automatic crash test function enables even inexperienced installers to blow in fibre optic cables safely.
The surface pressure is applied pneumatically on all AIRJET models. A pressure sensor precisely determines the set force and displays it on the screen. This feature makes the blowing process reproducible and easy on the cable. Cable-specific features can thus be taken into account during blowing.
The AIRJET 300 S and AIRJET 300 feature an integrated pressure testing unit for high-pressure and low-pressure testing in accordance with ZTV-40. At the touch of a button, this unit independently performs a pressure test, including documentation, for pipe routes in NE2 and NE3 via the distribution unit and shows the operator whether the empty conduit is suitable for blowing in fibre optic cables.
An automated test run is used to check how much thrust the cable used can withstand and the thrust with which the cable can be blown in. In this test, both the blowing speed and the permissible motor torque can be adjusted to the combination of the existing empty conduit and the fibres used. Thanks to the unique control system, the respective parameters can be set independently of each other from 0 to 100%. The AIRJET 100 and AIRJET 150 blowing machines from our product range feature the crash test function.
The AIRJET 100 interrupts the blowing process as soon as the measuring wheel detects that the fibre optic cable has come to a standstill. This function is particularly accurate and precise thanks to the use of an encoder: the AIRJET 100 records the rotation of the measuring wheel in 360 individual segments and can thus query the status of the cable at every single degree of a full rotation and stop the process if necessary.
With reverse mode, the blowing device can move the fibre optic cables both forwards and backwards.
The DuoSync drive was developed by Breitbandtechnik Deutschland. It is purely electric. Its specially manufactured double-acting double cylinder controls and drives the two drive wheels hydraulically in perfect synchronisation. This ensures even, maximum power transmission to the fibre optic cables and even more precise control of the thrust. This provides the best possible protection for the optical fibres.
The AIRJET 300 is a high-precision blowing device with intelligent software. It can be used at all network levels, but its performance makes it particularly suitable for NE 1 and 2. Its advanced safety features, such as automatic monitoring of surface pressure, integrated pressure testing, reverse mode and crash test function, make it particularly gentle on cables. It also features fully automatic logging of the blowing process in accordance with Telekom specifications, including data backup in the cloud. Further product details can be found here.
Like the AIRJET 300, the AIRJET 150 is a next-generation blowing machine: it is also equipped with intelligent software, has various monitoring functions and operates at all network levels. Unlike the AIRJET 300, however, it features our newly developed electric drive with DuoSync, making it particularly precise, fast and quiet. In addition, it is equipped with an automatic crash test function for even greater safety. Further product details can be found here.
The AIRJET 100 is used directly on site at network levels 3 and 4. The blowing device is equipped with several cable-protecting monitoring functions, including automatic monitoring of surface pressure, reverse mode, automatic stop function and crash test function. Data logging is fully automatic and stored in the cloud. Further product details can be found here.
The AIRJET 280 was developed for network levels 1-3. It has the same basic functions as the AIRJET 300, but with fewer automatic functions such as integrated pressure testing and automatic logging. Further product details can be found here.
The German operating instructions for the AIRJET 300 can be found on our YouTube channel or in our service area: here.
The AIRJET Trailer is a trailer for blowing machines. Thanks to its functionality, only one person is needed to blow in glass fibres. It works with both AIRJET models and blowing machines from other manufacturers.
The fully equipped trailer for blowing machines comes with a pre-installed AIRJET Comp3 special compressor and a photovoltaic system for charging the integrated power storage unit. The drum unit is easy to use thanks to its fully automatic, one-man drum loading system with remote control, which significantly reduces the effort required for blowing in glass fibre. Further product details can be found here.
The AIRJET trailer is equipped with a compressor, a drum unit and a power storage unit with solar generator, among other things. This allows the blowing equipment to be operated by just one person. This saves on personnel and effectively reduces the costs of your project.
No, the AIRJET trailer is sold separately. All information and technical details can be found on the AIRJET trailer product detail page.
You can find the right accessories for your blow-in device here in the category of the same name on our website. This overview shows you all the accessories at a glance. These include construction compressors, cable reels and more.
If you have any questions about an injection device or accessories, you will find our telephone number and email address under Contact. You can also fill out the free contact form and our support team will get back to you as soon as possible.
If you are not yet sure which AIRJET model best suits your needs and your project, please feel free to call us: our experts will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
You will also find all the technical information you need on the respective product pages, as well as a clear comparison of all AIRJET blowers in our model overview: Go directly to the comparison
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