AFL's ADSS (All-Dielectric Self-Supporting) fiber optic cable is designed for aerial installation without the need for messenger wire. ADSS fiber cable is cheaper than OPGW (Optical Fiber Composite Overhead Ground Wire). In this respect, it presents an all-dielectric construction design, which refers. Fiber Optic Cable 258 Original Std ADSS Flex-Span ADSS New Std ADSS Applications • Electric utility transmission lines – Typically framed under conductors • EHV environments – Tracking-resistant options available Features • Up to 432 fibers in cable – Gel-Free Buffer Tube options available – up to. HOC ADSS fiber cable offer all standard and OEM specifications, from 6 core, 12 core, 24 core, 48 core and more.