 SP vs. FTTx |
With the introduction of new Polywater® FTTx Fiber Drop Lubricant so closely following that of Polywater SP--two spray lubes--the question of whether they're one and the same is inevitable. The answer? Definitely not. Consider an analogy to Buicks and Jeeps. Both have four wheels, an engine and a frame. Ten miles across town, there's little difference. But the subtle differences of ground clearance and suspension are profound when you take the Buick off road or the Jeep 2,000 miles to Florida. Yes, SP and FTTx share technology, but don't make the fallacious assumption that we've simply slapped different labels on the same product, and that you can substitute either in a given situation. These are distinctly different formulations. The ultimate proof--and the fastest way your customers will notice a difference--is price: FTTx is 39% higher. FTTx was formulated for very specific use on fiber jackets in polyethylene ducts. It has a narrow but highly concentrated range of lubricating agents. SP, on the other hand, contains a broad range of lubricating agents and is therefore suitable on a wider selection of cable types. FTTx is also non-foaming, and could substitute as a blowing lube at customers' convenience. SP would foam up. Although SP lubricates well in the presence of water (similar to our recommended NN), FTTx is even better; it clings to cable and virtually repels water. FTTx is available in saturated wipes; SP is not. You get the idea. |
