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Taming harsh environments

Explore the world of electro-optical cables for various applications in demanding industries.

Where reliability meets the harshest demands

Rochester Cable is a trusted U.S. cable manufacturer specializing in custom electro-optical cable solutions for industries where reliability is critical. Our cables are designed to withstand harsh environments and are proven in defense systems, subsea exploration, oil and gas production, and renewable energy. Explore our industries and applications.

Oil and Gas

Proven strength for offshore exploration and production environments.

Defense

Secure, dependable cable systems for mission-critical operations.

Ocean Research

Rugged designs built for long-term performance on the ocean floor.

Renewable Energy

High-performance cables supporting offshore wind and sustainable power generation.

Work Class ROVs

Rugged electro-optical cables enabling remote operations at depth.

Downhole Logging

Precision cables trusted for downhole logging and well data acquisition.

Who we are

Founded in 1794, Rochester Cable is one of the oldest manufacturers in the United States and a leader in electro-optical cable solutions since the 1940s. Our legacy runs deep, but our focus is forward. From our headquarters in Culpeper, Virginia, we supply critical industries worldwide as part of the Hexatronic Group.
Years of experience
231
Years of electro-optical expertise
80 +
Sq. ft. U.S. manufacturing space
400,000 k
Countries served
50 +

Custom solutions without compromise

Every project has unique requirements. Rochester Cable specializes in custom cable manufacturing that solves complex challenges in harsh environments. By handling design, engineering, and production in-house, we deliver precision, quality, and agility from concept to final product.
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In-house engineering

Complete design and development capabilities

 

 

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Custom manufacturing

Tailored solutions for your specific requirements

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Quality assurance

Rigorous testing for extreme environment performance

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Dedicated support

Full project management from concept to delivery

Built for harsh environments

Our cable products are the result of decades of manufacturing expertise, engineered to perform in the harshest environments where failure isn’t an option.

ROV cables

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Rugged electro-optical cables for WROV systems operating in harsh ocean depths.

Wireline cables

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Proven designs engineered for precise downhole logging, backed by over 60 years of reliable performance.

Custom cables

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Purpose-built cables engineered to be smaller, lighter, and stronger for demanding applications. 

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