The invention relates to the field of optical fiber cables, and more
particularly to the field of low cost optical fiber cables. It is an
optical fiber cable comprising a central reinforcing element (1), a
plurality of optical fibers (4) surrounding the central reinforcing
element (1), the bare optical fibers (4) being pressed in contact against
the central reinforcing element (1) in such a manner as to be
mechanically coupled to the central reinforcing element (1). The optical
fiber cable of the invention is suitable for use in particular as a
distribution cable or as an access cable in local networks.