UTP cables in conduits

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 Question by Thomas posted 16 Jun 2000
 UTP cables in conduits
How many UTP cables can be put in a 2 inch conduit with 2 90 degree bends?

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 Answer by Dmitri Abaimov posted 16 Jun 2000
Dear Thomas,

As per TIA/EIA-569-A standard you can put as many as 22 4 pair UTP cables into one 2 inch conduit. Beware however, that the total conduit length cannot exceed 98 feet (30 meters)

With best regards,
Dmitri Abaimov, RCDD

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