Fibre to the Cabinet (FTTC) is a popular broadband solution that delivers a balance of speed, affordability, and availability for businesses. Offering faster speeds than traditional ADSL, it can reach download speeds of up to 80 Mbps, making it suitable for small to medium-sized businesses that rely on internet connectivity for everyday operations such as emails, cloud services, and video conferencing.
How FTTC works:
Fibre Connection to the Cabinet – High-speed fibre optic cables run from the internet service provider (ISP) to a roadside cabinet.
Copper Connection to the Premises – From the cabinet, the internet signal travels through existing copper phone lines to your business premises.
Is FTTC right for your business?
Determining the right broadband option for your business depends on several key factors, including speed requirements, reliability, usage needs, and budget. Find out more about what you can expect with a Fibre to the Cabinet connection below, or see our other broadband options.
FTTC is a broadband connection that combines fibre optic and copper cables. Fibre runs from the internet provider to a street cabinet, and the final stretch to the business premises uses existing copper phone lines. This setup provides faster speeds than ADSL (up to 80 Mbps) but is slower and less reliable than full fibre (FTTP) due to the limitations of copper.
With FTTC, you can expect:
Download Speeds: of up to 80 Mbps (varies based on distance from the cabinet).
Upload Speeds: of up to 20 Mbps (suitable for cloud application and VoIP).
Latency (Ping): Typically 15–30 ms, but can fluctuate due to shared bandwidth.
This makes FTTC a good option for small to medium businesses handling everyday tasks like emails, video calls, and cloud-based applications. However, businesses needing low-latency, high-speed, or guaranteed performance may benefit more from FTTP or a leased line.
FTTC offers reliable and consistent connectivity for businesses, using a combination of fibre optic and copper cabling to deliver strong performance. It’s a dependable solution that supports everyday operations with minimal disruption and solid speeds.
FTTC remains a highly affordable and widely available broadband option for businesses. Its extensive coverage and lower installation costs make it an attractive choice for those seeking a balance between performance and budget.
Why Cobweb for Broadband?
There are lots of reasons our customer choose us to handle their business internet requirements.
Expertise & Support
Cobweb offers dedicated, UK-based support and decades of experience in delivering reliable IT services tailored to business needs.
Flexible Broadband Options
With a range of broadband services including FTTP and FTTC, we provide flexible choices to suit different business sizes, locations, and demands.
Seamless Integration
Our broadband services are designed to integrate smoothly with wider IT and cloud solutions, helping businesses boost productivity and stay connected with ease.
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