ADC FPL Series User manual

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FPL Series Termination/Splice Panel
User Manual)
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Trademark Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1 DESCRIPTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3 SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4 APPLICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.1 Installing Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.2 Installing Pigtails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.3 Mounting the Panel on the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.4 Installing OSP or IFC Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.5 Splicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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FPL Termination/Splice Panel
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5.6 Installing FOT Patch Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.6.1 Interconnect Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.6.2 Cross-Connect Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6 OPERATION (CROSS-CONNECT PATCH CORDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7 CUSTOMER INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
APPENDIX A: SHIELD CONNECTOR INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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INTRODUCTION
This user manual describes the FPL Series Termination/Splice Panel, and provides all
information required to install and operate this product. All FPL panels can be mounted on
either a 19-inch or 23-inch WECO or EIA rack.
Revision History
quad cabl es and patch cord routing
Trademark Information
ADC is a registered trademark of ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
1 DESCRIPTION
The FPL Series Termination/Splice Panel documented in this manual may be any of a number
of rack-mounted panels built using the same chassis style and incorporating similar features
such as angled adapters and vertical cable guides. Panel configurations include the following:
•Termination Only Panels—Available with 12, 24, 48, 72, or 96 termination positions.
LX.5 and LC connectors may be used with the 12, 24, 48, and 72 position panels to double
the density. These panels require connectorized fibers on both sides of the termination
bulkhead.
•Termination and Splice Panels—Available with 12, 24, 48, 72, or 96 termination
positions. LX.5 and LC connectors may be used with the 12, 24, 48, and 72 position
panels to double the density. These panels provide a transition between bare fibers and
connectorized fibers.
• High Density Termination and Splice Panel—Provides 144 termination and splice
positions in the same chassis, using standard connector types. The bulkhead on this panel
is slanted inward in a “V” design to provide room for a greater number of adapters.
Content (continued) Page
ISSUE DATE REASON FOR CHANGE
Issue 1 07/2002 Original.
Issue 2 11/2005 Added 1RU 12/24 position panels.

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Figure 1 shows an example of a termination only panel, the 72 position model. Other models
have analogous features.
Figure 1. 72 Position Termination Only Panel
The features called out are as follows (from top center clockwise):
•FPL Chassis—is the boxlike, solid metal frame on which the panel is built. The chassis
shown is 8.7 inches (22.1 cm) high, 16.4 inches (41.7 cm) wide, and 12.0 inches (30.5 cm)
deep. This same chassis is also used for the 48 and 96 position panels, as well as for the
48, 72, and 96 position termination and splice panels. Shorter-height chassis are used for
the 12 and 24 position panels and a deeper chassis is used for the 144 position high density
panel. For details, refer to Table 1 on Page 8.
•Adjustable Mounting Bracket—(one on each side) can be oriented to provide either 19-
inch or 23-inch WECO or EIA rack mounting with either a 4-inch or 5-inch recess. The
panel is shipped with the mounting brackets positioned for installation in a 19-inch rack
with a 5-inch recess.
•Cable Clamp Assembly—is a kit used to clamp a cable to the panel. Two cable clamp
assemblies are provided with every FPL panel. Each clamp can accommodate a maximum
cable diameter of 0.80 inch (2.03 cm). A grounding lug is included with each cable clamp
for use if needed.
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FPL
CHASSIS
TERMINATION
BULKHEAD
ANGLED
ADAPTERS
PATCH CORD
DESIGNATION
CARD
VERTICAL
CABLE GUIDE
VERTICAL
CABLE GUIDE
ADJUSTABLE
MOUNTING
BRACKET
ADJUSTABLE
MOUNTING
BRACKET
REMOVABLE
FRONT DOOR
OPTIONAL
LOCK MOUNT
CABLE CLAMP
ASSEMBLY
CABLE
CLAMP
COVER

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•Cable Clamp Cover—protects cable at entry to the panel (not present on 12 and 24
position panels).
•Vertical Cable Guide—(one on each side) is a metal cable retainer designed to provide
cable management by confining and directing patch cords to and from the panel and along
the frame on which the panel is installed.
•Patch Cord Designation Card—is a laminated card fastened to the inside of the panel
front door. The designation card is used to record the near-end and far-end termination
locations of each patch cord installed on the panel.
•Optional Lock Mount—provides ability to lock front door.
•Removable Front Door—protects the termination bulkhead and can be removed to
provide access to the bulkhead for connecting patch cords.
•Termination Bulkhead—provides a location for connecting patch cords. The bulkhead
shown has 72 holes for 72 adapters. Other bulkheads for the chassis size shown provide 48
or 96 locations for mounting connectors.
•Angled Adapters—are pass-through receptacles for connectors. They are angled to either
left or right to hold terminated fibers at an angle with respect to the bulkhead. The purpose
of the angle is prevent fiber bend.
Figure 2 and Figure 3 show the 48 and 96 position panels, respectively. Figure 4 shows the three
rack unit 24 position panel. Figure 5 shows the one rack unit 12/24 position panel.
Figure 2. 48 Position FPL Termination Panel
17808-A
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Figure 3. 96 Position FPL Termination Panel
Figure 4. 24 Position FPL Termination Panel (3RU)
17815-A
54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96
53 59 6571 77 83 89 95
52 58 64 70 76 82 88 94
51 57 63 69 75 81 87 93
50 56 62 68 74 80 86 92
49 55 61 67 73 79 85 91
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511 17 23 29 35 41 47
410 16 22 28 34 40 46
3915 21 27 33 39 45
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1713 19 25 31 37 43
0306091215182124
0205081114172023
0612182430364248
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Figure 5. 12/24 Position FPL Termination Panel (1RU)
Figure 6 shows a rear view of a termination and splice panel. The panel shown is the 72 position
termination and splice panel.
Figure 6. FPL Termination and Splice Panel
20973-A
17819-A
SPLICE
AREA
INTERNAL
PIGTAIL
SPLICE
TRAY
REMOVABLE
REAR ACCESS
DOOR
OPTIONAL
LOCK MOUNT

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The front side of the 72 position termination and splice panel is identical to the termination only
panel shown in Figure 1. In general, the termination components of any FPL termination and
splice panel are identical to the termination components of the panel’s termination and splice
panel counterpart. Only the splice components are different.
Figure 6 on the preceding page shows the typical components unique to the splice function of a
termination and splice panel. They are as follows (from left to right in the figure):
•Splice Area—is a protected chamber within the chassis intended for splice trays. In
termination only panels, this area can be used for cable storage.
•Internal Pigtail—is a factory-installed fiber optic cable with a connector at one end and a
bare fiber on the other end. The connector end of the pigtail is terminated on the rear side
of the termination bulkhead. The bare end of the pigtail is available for splicing to a bare
fiber at the customer site. The cable from which the bare fibers are broken out for splicing
may be either Outside Plant (OSP) or Intra Facility Cable (IFC).
•Splice Tray—is a tray installed in the splice area. Each tray holds one or more splice chips
of a selected type.
•Removable Rear Access Door—provides access to the splice area.
•Optional Lock Mount—provides ability to lock rear access door.
Figure 7 shows the 144 position high density termination and splice panel. Additional features
called out here are the split termination bulkhead, which provides the room required for the
greater number of adapters, and the splice area access door, which opens into a locked
horizontal position to serve as a splice deck.
Figure 7. 144 Position High Density Termination and Splice Panel
17906-A
SPLIT
TERMINATION
BULKHEAD
SPLICE AREA
ACCESS DOOR

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2 ACCESSORIES
The following accessory items may be ordered separately for FPL panels:
• Single and dual splice trays (for types, see Splice Type in Table 1 below)
• Additional kits for clamping and grounding cables
• Key locks for front and rear doors
• Buildout attenuators (ST and biconic)
• Bulkhead attenuators (ST, SC, D4, FC, and biconic)
3 SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS
Table 1 lists specifications for the FPL modules.
Table 1. FPL Modules Specifications
PARAMETER SPECIFICATION
Common to All Panels
Rack mounting 19-inch (48.26 cm) or 23-inch (58.42 cm)
Hole spacing EIA or WECO
Recess options 4-inch (10.16 cm) or 5-inch (12.7 cm) recess
Connector types Multimode SC, SC duplex, ST©, LX.5©, and LC;
Singlemode FC, FC (zirconia adapter), FC (8o polish), SC, SC (zirco-
nia adapter), SC (8o polish), SC duplex, ST©, ST©(zirconia adapter),
E-2000 (8o polish), E-2000 (flat polish), LX.5©, LC
Pigtail type Stranded or ribbon
Splice type Bare fusion, heat shrink fusion, mechanical, rotary, FibrLok, Raychem
Universal (R), Nortel, AFL
Pre-termination (optional) cable types Multimode IFC stranded 62.5/125;
Singlemode IFC stranded, IFC plenum stranded, OSP single armor
stranded, indoor-outdoor, OSP dielectric stranded, IFC Maxi-Strip,
IFC ribbon, OSP single armor ribbon, OSP dielectric ribbon
12/24 Position Panel (1RU)
Dimensions (H x W x D) 1.72 inch x 17.0 in. x 11.48 in.
(4.4 cm x 43.2 cm x 29.2 cm)
Capacity 12 or 24 termination positions
LX.5©and LC connectors double the termination capacity
24 Position Panel (3RU)
Dimensions (H x W x D) 5.0 inch x 16.4 in. x 12.0 in.
(12.7 cm x 41.7 cm x 30.5 cm)
Capacity 24 termination positions
LX.5©and LC connectors double the termination capacity

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Figure 8 shows dimensions for the 12/24 position 1RU panel.
Figure 8. 12/24 Position 1RU Panel
48/72/96 Position Panel (5RU)
Dimensions (H x W x D) 8.7.0 inch x 21.9 in. x 12.0 in.
(22.1 cm x 56.7 cm x 30.5 cm)
Capacity 48, 72, or 96 termination positions
LX.5©and LC connectors double the termination capacity
144 Position High Density Panel (5RU)
Dimensions (H x W x D)
Depth with rear door splice deck open
8.7.0 inch x 21.9 in. x 15.0 in.
(22.1 cm x 56.7 cm x 38.1 cm)
23.0 inch (58.42 cm)
Capacity 144 termination positions
Table 1. FPL Modules Specifications
PARAMETER SPECIFICATION
1.72 IN.
(4.4 CM)
4.86 IN.
(12.3 CM)
11.48 IN.
(29.2 CM)
17.0 IN.
(43.2 CM)
1.25 IN.
(3.2 CM)
18.32 IN. (46.5 CM)
19-IN. RACK MOUNT (48.3 CM)
22.32 IN. (56.7 CM)
23-IN. RACK MOUNT (58.4 CM)
20959-A
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
20.24 IN.
(51.4 CM)

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Figure 9 shows dimensions of the 24 position 3RU panel.
Figure 9. Panel Dimensions (24 Position 3RU)
16.4 IN.
(41.7 CM)
21.9 IN.
(55.5 CM)
18.32 IN. (46.5 CM)
19-IN. RACK MOUNT (48.3 CM)
22.32 IN. (56.7 CM)
23-IN. RACK MOUNT (58.4 CM)
5.0 IN.
(12.7 CM)
5.0 IN.
(12.7 CM)
12.0 IN.
(30.5 CM)
2.25 IN.
(5.7 CM)
4.0 IN.
(10.2 CM)
17822-A
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW

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Figure 10 shows dimensions of the 48/72/96 position panel.
Figure 10. Panel Dimensions (48/72/96 Position)
16.4 IN.
(41.7 CM)
21.9 IN.
(55.5 CM)
18.32 IN. (46.5 CM)
19-IN. RACK MOUNT (48.3 CM)
22.32 IN. (56.7 CM)
23-IN. RACK MOUNT (58.4 CM)
5.0 IN.
(12.7 CM)
12.0 IN.
(30.5 CM)
2.25 IN.
(5.7 CM)
4.0 IN.
(10.2 CM)
5.0 IN.
(12.7 CM)
17821-A
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
8.7 IN.
(22.1 CM)

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Figure 11 shows dimensions of the 144 position high density panel
Figure 11. Panel Dimensions (144 Position)
16.4 IN.
(41.7 CM)
21.9 IN.
(55.5 CM)
18.32 IN. (46.5 CM)
19-IN. RACK MOUNT (48.3 CM)
22.32 IN. (56.7 CM)
23-IN. RACK MOUNT (58.4 CM)
15.0 IN.
(38.1 CM)
5.0 IN.
(12.7 CM)
2.25 IN.
(5.7 CM)
4.0 IN.
(10.2 CM)
5.0 IN.
(12.7 CM)
17824-A
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
8.7 IN.
(22.1 CM)

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4 APPLICATION
The FPL Series Termination/Splice Panel is designed for use in central offices, remote offices,
and in local area networks (LANs) that use a fiber optic cable system. The panel provides a
common point for performing any of the following functions:
• Terminating OSP or IFC cables
• Terminating Fiber Optic Terminal (FOT) equipment patch cords
• Storing excess FOT equipment patch cord length
• Connecting FOT equipment with OSP cables
• Mounting and protecting splices
When used with OSP cable, the FPL panel may be used for either interconnect or cross-connect
applications. Figure 12 and Figure 13 provide a pictorial comparison of these two types of
applications. As shown, in both interconnect and cross-connect applications, the OSP cable is
terminated on the rear side of the panel and spliced to the internal pigtails within the panel.
Also, in both applications, the pigtails are connected to the rear side of the adapters on the
termination bulkhead. The applications differ in what occurs on the front side of the panel.
• In an interconnect application, shown in Figure 12, patch cords from the FOT equipment
are connected directly to fibers spliced and terminated on the rear side of the same panel.
• In a cross-connect application, shown in Figure 13, patch cords from the FOT equipment
are terminated on one panel and the fibers are spliced and terminated on a second panel,
with cross-connect patch cords providing links between the two panels. This two-panel
arrangement provides more flexibility in testing and patching optical circuits than is
provided by a single panel arrangement.
Figure 12. Interconnect Application
FOT EQUIPMENT
FOT EQUIPMENT
FOT EQUIPMENT
OSP CONNECTOR PANEL
FOT EQUIPMENT
PATCH CORDS
SPLICE
BULKHEAD
ADAPTER
OSP
CABLE
PIGTAIL
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Figure 13. Cross-Connect Application
5 INSTALLATION
Installation will vary depending on how the panel was outfitted in the factory and how it will be
used. Installation may include any of the following tasks: installing adapters; installing internal
pigtails; mounting the panel on the rack; installing OSP or IFC cable (either connectorized or
bare fiber); installing FOT patch cords; and installing cross-connect patch cords (in a cross-
connect application only). For step by step instructions, refer to the following subsections.
5.1 Installing Adapters
FPL panels are usually shipped with adapters already installed; however, in some case, you may
need to install adapters. The exact procedure to be used depends on the adapter type. Figure 14
shows an example. For specific instructions, refer to the installation drawing that came with the
adapters.
Note: To avoid getting dirt into the adapter, leave the dust covers in place on the adapters
when mounting them on the retainers. If dirt does enter the adapter, use the ADC Fiber
Connector/Adapter Cleaning Kit (sold separately) to clean the adapter. Follow the
cleaning instructions provided with the kit.
FOT EQUIPMENT
FOT EQUIPMENT
FOT EQUIPMENT
FOT EQUIPMENT
PATCH CORDS
OSP CONNECTOR PANEL
SPLICE
BULKHEAD
ADAPTER
OSP
CABLE
PIGTAIL
BULKHEAD
ADAPTER
FOT EQUIPMENT
CONNECTOR PANEL
CROSS-CONNECT
PATCH CORDS
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Figure 14. Example of Installing Adapters
5.2 Installing Pigtails
Pigtails may be installed in any FPL panel (including termination only panels) to utilize the rear
area of the panel for splicing. Pigtails are installed with the connectorized end connected to the
adapters on the rear side of the termination panel and with the bare fiber ends positioned within
a splice tray (for an illustration, see Figure 6 on Page 6). 3m pigtails are used with the excess
slack coiled within the chassis to provide a service loop for future use if needed.
Use the following procedure to install pigtails:
1. Separate out 12 pigtails. Apply a pair of designation tags to each pigtail for identification.
Attach one tag next to the connector and the other tag near the bare fiber end.
2. Working from the rear side of the panel, connect the pigtails to the interior side of
adapters/receptacles marked with the corresponding numbers. The connector numbers are
silk-screened on the interior side of the bulkhead, as shown in Figure 15 for the 72
position panel.
3. Group the 12 pigtails into a bundle and use the twist-lock fiber retainers provided to hold
the bundle together.
ROTATE AND
SNAP INTO
SLOT
COMPRESS
RELEASE
TABS
COMPRESS
RELEASE
TABS
ROTATE AND
SNAP INTO
SLOT
COMPRESS
RELEASE
TABS
COMPRESS
RELEASE
TABS
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Figure 15. Connector Numbers on Rear of 72 Position Bulkhead
4. Route the pigtails within the panel as shown in Figure 16 (12/24 position 1RU panel),
Figure 17 (24 position 3RU panel), Figure 18 (48/72/96 position panel), or Figure 19 (144
position panel).
5. Continue installing the pigtails in groups of 12 until all of the pigtails are labeled,
connected, and routed to the splice area.
Figure 16. Pigtail Routing (12/24 Position 1RU Panel)
17825-A
TOP VIEW
(SHOWN WITH TOP OF CHASSIS REMOVED)
OSP CABLE
CLAMP
20961-A

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Figure 17. Pigtail Routing (24 Position 3RU Panel)
Figure 18. Pigtail Routing (48/72/96 Position Panel)
TOP VIEW
(SHOWN WITH TOP OF CHASSIS REMOVED)
17920-A
RIGHT SIDE
PIGTAILS
(AS VIEWED
FROM REAR)
LEFT SIDE
PIGTAILS
(AS VIEWED
FROM REAR)
OSP CABLE
CLAMP
KURLYLOCKS
OR FANNING TREE
(ATTACHED TO
TOP OF CHASSIS)
TOP VIEW
(SHOWN WITH TOP OF CHASSIS REMOVED)
17919-A
RIGHT SIDE
PIGTAILS
(AS VIEWED
FROM REAR)
LEFT SIDE
PIGTAILS
(AS VIEWED
FROM REAR)
OSP CABLE
CLAMP
KURLYLOCKS
OR FANNING TREE
(ATTACHED TO
TOP OF CHASSIS)

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Figure 19. Pigtail Routing (144 Position High Density Panel Shown)
5.3 Mounting the Panel on the Rack
Installation always requires mounting the panel on a rack.
TOP VIEW
(SHOWN WITH TOP OF CHASSIS REMOVED)
RIGHT SIDE PIGTAILS
(AS VIEWED FROM REAR)
LEFT SIDE PIGTAILS
(AS VIEWED FROM REAR)
PIGTAILS
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The panel can be mounted in either a 19- or 23-inch EIA or WECO equipment rack with either
a 4-inch or 5-inch recess. The panel is shipped with the mounting brackets positioned for
installation in a 19-inch rack with a 5-inch recess. For other mounting configurations, the
brackets must be removed and reinstalled in a different orientation.
Use the following procedure to mount the panel on the rack:
1. If installing the FPL panel in a 23-inch equipment rack, or if changing from a 5-inch to a
4-inch recess:
a. Remove the screws that secure each mounting bracket to the sides of the chassis and
then remove each bracket from the chassis.
b. Orient each bracket for the required mounting position as shown in Figure 20.
c. Refasten the mounting brackets to the chassis using the original mounting screws.
Figure 20. Mounting Bracket Installation
2. Align the bracket holes with the holes in the rack channel.
3. Secure the mounting brackets to the rack channel using the #12 machine screws and flat
washers provided.
5.4 Installing OSP or IFC Cable
Cable installation should occur after the panel is mounted in the equipment rack, as described in
Section 5.3. Installation consists of routing the cable to the panel, stripping back the outside
sheath of the cable to expose the optical fibers, installing a cable clamp to secure the cable to the
panel, and routing the fibers to the splice tray. The cable must also be grounded if it has a
metallic sheath or metallic strength member.
The cable clamp used in cable installation is shipped with the panel. Two clamps are provided
since two cables may be installed on a single panel if desired. Each clamp can accommodate
one cable with an outside diameter of 0.4 to 0.8 inches (1.02 to 2.03 cm).
60 66 72
59 65 71
58 64 70
57 63 69
56 62 68
60 66 72
60 66 72
59 65 71
58 64 70
57 63 69
56 62 68
60 66 72
17827-A
4-INCH
RECESS
5-INCH
RECESS
4-INCH
RECESS
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ADCP-90-328 • Issue 2 • November 2005
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© 2005, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
Typically, only one cable is installed per panel. The cable clamp can be installed on either side.
A grounding lug is included with each clamp for grounding OSP cables that have metallic
strength members or metallic sheaths.
Allow a fiber service loop of at least 8 feet (2.5 meters) when stripping the sheath off the cable.
This will provide sufficient length for routing the buffer tubes within the FPL panel and for
splicing. After entry, the buffer tubes are routed to the splice tray. The splice tray mounts on the
bottom of the FPL panel.
Use the following procedure to secure the OSP cable at the fiber entry point and to route the
optical fibers into the FPL panel:
1. Route the OSP cable to the selected entry opening at the side of the FPL panel.
2. Strip back the cable sheath approximately 96 inches (2.5 meters) to expose the optical
fibers. Follow the cable manufacturer’s recommendations when stripping the sheath.
3. Determine the correct clamp and grommet combination required to secure the cable to the
panel. A rubber clamp and three grommets of various sizes are provided. Select a grommet
that when placed around the cable, has a gap of nearly zero to 0.30 inches (0.76 cm). If the
cable diameter is greater than 0.70 inches (1.78 cm), only the rubber clamp is required.
4. Use the rubber clamp, clamp cover, grommet (if required), and two screws to secure the
cable end to the side of the FPL panel chassis, as shown in Figure 21 for a top entry cable
and in Figure 22 for a bottom entry cable.
Note: Cables may enter the FPL panel from either the top or bottom and may be clamped
to either the left or right side
Note: If the cable is filled with water blocking compound, the cable end must be sealed to
prevent leakage. A blocking kit (accessory item) is required for sealing the cable end.
Install the kit according to the instructions provided with the kit.
Note: If cable has a metallic sheath, a special connector is provided with the cable
grounding kit (accessory item FIP-ACC-GK) for grounding the sheath. Refer to Appendix
A for the installation procedures for ScotchLok 4460 Shield Connectors which are
manufactured by the 3M Company.
Note: The Rear Protective Plate, identified in the figures, is not used with the 24 position
panel. The plate is not included in the cable clamp kit.