What is a Fiber Optic Cable Reel? Fiber optic cable reels are manufactured to protect the fiber strands from damage. Any type of damage minimizes or even makes the installation obsolete. However, such reels may be made of wood, metal, or plastic. Their primary purpose is to control the force. The installation of the fiber optic disc should keep the outlet of the fiber optic disc as far away from the propeller as possible, but extra attention should be paid to the balance point of the aircraft's center of gravity. 27mm – weight of 80 grams per. Our field drum is designed for handling fiber cables in temporary networks. The drum is lightweight yet strong, and it is made of painted aluminum. It is available in three sizes, accommodating 100, 250, or 500 meters of cable. The specified capacity is based on a 5.