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Table of Contents
Fiber Tap Plus
General 2
1. Introduction 2
1.1 Product Description & FTTX Network Planning
1.2 Fiber Tap Plus Dimensional Drawing
2. Preparations 4
2.1 Installation Outline
2.2 Fiber Tap Plus Checklist
2.3 Recommended Tools and Equipment
3. General Warnings 5
3.1 Laser Light Warning
3.2 Laser Light Magnication Warning
3.3 Loose Fiber Warning
3.4 Sharp Edge Warning
3.5 Safety Glasses Warning
3.6 Electrical Shock Warning
3.7 Fiber Damage Warning
4. Installation 6
4.1 Remove Fiber Jacketing
4.2 Cut Central Strength Member(s)
4.3 Install CSM Clamp and Tie Anchor
4.4 Install Field Installable Connectors
4.5 Feed Connectors Through Entry Port
4.6 Feed Fiber Jacketing into Entry Port
4.7 Install CSM Clamp to CSM
4.8 Fiber Management
4.9 Silicon Application
4.10 Install Grommet to Base
4.11 Apply Sealant to Entry Point
4.12 Install Input Entry Cover
4.13 Attach Strain Relief Clip to Base
4.14 Remove Adapter Covers
4.15 Install Each Fiber Connector
4.16 Apply Sealant to Groove
4.17 Place Cover Over Base
4.18 Attach Base to Cover
4.19 Installation Inspection
5. Accessory List 11
Product Description
Fiber Tap Plus 4 Port - Single & Double Entry
Fiber Tap Plus 8 Port - Single & Double Entry
Fiber Tap Plus 12 Port - Single & Double Entry

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General
This installation guide provides guidelines for preparation and installation of Multilink’s
Fiber Tap Plus. This product provides a solution for in-line access to small count ber optic
distribution cable and quick connection to subscribers single drop cable or to low count drop,
feeder or lateral cable to be connected to single drop cable at another location. This guide is for
installers who are familiar with ber optic cable systems and their applications.
1. Introduction
1.1 Product Description & FTTX Network Planning
Multilink’s Fiber Tap Plus allows a FTTX provider to access the ber optic trunk distribution
cable and branch connections o to individual subscribers (such as home, apartment, or
individual business). Connections can also be branched o to low count drop cables to feed
another terminal point. Contact Multilink at [phone] for assistance for FTTX network
planning and FTTX deployment products.
1.2 Fiber Tap Plus Dimensional Drawing
Dimensions for
4 & 8 Port
Fiber Tap Plus
*FTP 8 Port is
dimensioned to
5.883” in height.
Dimensions for
12 Port
Fiber Tap Plus
.740
.460
9.270
8.263
1.500
OUTPUT PORT
DESIGNATIONS
8.958
OUTPUT PORT
LAYOUT DIAGRAM
9.375
.307 TYP
4.733
.187 X .375
MOUNTING SLOT (2)
1.326 8.000
.994
9.988
6.336
.460
.740
6.831
5.842
1.500
OUTPUT PORT
DESIGNATIONS
6.958
OUTPUT PORT
LAYOUT DIAGRAM
.307 TYP
3.688
7.375
.187 X .375
MOUNTING SLOT (2)
7.988
6.994
.994 6.000
1.326
4.391

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Introduction (Cont.)
Fiber Tap Plus Dimensional Drawing (Cont.)
Parameter Specication
Splice Capacity 12
Port Capacity 4, 8 or 12
Cable Diameter Up to 0.26”
Connector Types
SC/APC
SC/UPC
LC/APC
LC/UPC
Mating Outdoor
Connector Type
Multilink Surelight
NPT Compression
Fitting or Scout
Adapter
HARDWARE KIT
INCLUDED
SILICONE SEALANT
CSM CLAMP
AND SCREW
FIBER MANAGEMENT CLIP
2X TIE WRAPS
6X MAIN COVER
SCREWS
6X INPUT COVER SCREWS
INPUT COVER AND GROMMET
FLAT DROP CABLE
INSTALLATION
WEB INSERT
4X OPTI-TAP STYLE
OUTPUT CONNECTORS
.060
.740
6.558
5.842
1.500
OUTPUT PORT
DESIGNATIONS
6.685
OUTPUT PORT
LAYOUT DIAGRAM
7.250
.356
3.638
.187 X .375
MOUNTING SLOT (2)
7.988
6.994
.994 6.000
1.326
3.991
ANCHOR FOR OPTIONAL
STRAND HANGER BRACKET
KIT P/N 072-391-11
(NOT SHOWN)
FLAT DROP CABLE
INPUT COVER
GLASS REINFORCED
UV STABILIZED
POLYPROPYLENE HOUSING
SANTOPRENE
COVER GASKET
OUTPUT PORT
LAYOUT DIAGRAM
FIBER MANAGEMENT CLIP
CENTRAL STRENGTH
MEMBER CLAMP
BASE INSIDE VIEW
(COVER HIDDEN)
FLAT DROP CABLE
INPUT GROMMET
2X WALL/POLE
MOUNT BOSSES
m
NO SHARP EDGES OR
BURRS ALLOWED
DRAWN BY:
MATERIAL:
FINISH:
.XX= .03
.XXX= .010
020-306-10REF
BY
MFG
ENG
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES ARE:
DATE:
ultilink
DATE:
DATE:
DATE:
CHECKED:
MFG ENG:
QUALITY
ENG:
SCALE:
SIZE
CAD FILE:
DWG. NO.
B
SHEET:
1
OF
1
REV.
FTP-4P-OT-1-FD
REV.
DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
DATE
ECN #
1:3
020-306-10REF
FRACTIONS: DECIMALS: ANGLES:
1/32
1
ALL FLATS TO BE .005
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
12/13/2016
020-306-10REF
SAB
SAB
01
BLACK
SEE B.O.M.
INITIAL RELEASE
N/A
01
02/10/17
THIS DOCUMENT AND THE INFORMATION
CONTAINED THEREIN ARE CONFIDENTIAL
& PROPRIETARY TO MULTILINK AND MAY NOT
BE COPIED OR DISCLOSED TO OTHERS
WITHOUT A WRITTEN CONSENT FROM
MULTILINK. THE INFORMATION IS TO BE
PROMPTLY RETURNED TO MULTILINK UPON
REQUEST.
FIBER MANAGEMENT CLIP
CENTRAL STRENGTH
MEMBER CLAMP
BASE INSIDE VIEW
(COVER HIDDEN)
FLAT DROP CABLE
INPUT GROMMET
2X WALL/POLE
MOUNT BOSSES
ANCHOR FOR OPTIONAL
STRAND HANGER BRACKET
KIT P/N 072-742-10
(NOT SHOWN)
FIBER INPUT
AND STRAIN RELIEF
BRACKET POSITION
HARDWARE KIT
INCLUDED
SILICONE SEALANT
INSTALLATION
WEB INSERT
STRAIN RELIEF BRACKET
2X TIE WRAPS
CSM CLAMP
AND SCREW
INPUT COVER AND GROMMET
FLAT DROP CABLE
6X MAIN COVER
SCREWS
8X INPUT COVER AND
STRAIN RELIEF SCREWS
FIBER MANAGEMENT CLIP
4X OPTI-TAP STYLE
OUTPUT CONNECTORS

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2. Preparations
2.1 Installation Outline
The general procedure of the Fiber Tap Plus installation includes:
• Feeding & securing cables through the Fiber Tap Plus input port(s)
• Securing CSM (Central Strength Member) to FTP (Fiber Tap Plus) base
• Conguring grommet(s) for cable entry
• Installing connectors into internal adapters
• Attaching FTP base to cover using supplied
hardware
• Safety Glasses
• Cut-Resistant Gloves
• Scissors
• Side Cutters/Diagonal Cutters
• Fiber Jacketing Stripper
• Buer Tube Stripper
• Flat Head Screw Driver
• Phillips Head Screw Driver
• Pliers/Needle Nose Pliers
• Torque Wrench
• Tape Measure
• Colored Marker
• Bend Radius Gauge (See Figure)
A
2.2 Fiber Tap Plus Checklist
Each kit includes the following items:
• 1x Fiber Tap Plus Assembly (A)
• 1x Hardware Kit (B)
2.3 Recommended Tools and Equipment
The Following list includes tools and equipment that you may need for a successful
installation (these tools ARE NOT INCLUDED with the product or accessories):
B
2.400
60mm
BEND RADIUS GAUGE
DO NOT EXCEED THE BEND
RADIUS MENTIONED TO
AVOID DAMAGING FIBER
SCALE 1:1
ultilink
NO SHARP EDGES OR
BURRS ALLOWED
SCALE:
SIZE
CAD FILE:
DWG. NO.
A
SHEET
OF
REV.
DRAWN BY:
FRACTIONS DECIMALS ANGLES
1/32
MATERIAL:
FINISH:
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
Description
Bend Radius Gauge
1:1
11
DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
REV
DATE
ECN#
.XX= .03
.XXX= .010
1
ALL FLATS TO BE .005
Bend Radius Gauge
BY
MFG
ENG
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES ARE:
DATE:
THIS DOCUMENT AND THE INFORMATION
CONTAINED THEREIN ARE CONFIDENTIAL
& PROPRIETARY TO MULTILINK AND MAY NOT
BE COPIED OR DISCLOSED TO OTHERS
WITHOUT A WRITTEN CONSENT FROM
MULTILINK. THE INFORMATION IS TO BE
PROMPTLY RETURNED TO MULTILINK UPON
REQUEST.
DATE:
DATE:
DATE:
CHECKED:
MFG ENG:
QUALITY
ENG:
m
00/00/15
Bend Radius Gauge
JM
01
XX GA. / 0.000 XXXXX
N/A
JM
00/00/15
01
N/A
INITIAL RELEASE

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3. General Warnings
3.1 Laser Light Warning
Never look directly into the end of a ber that may be carrying laser light. Laser light
can be invisible and may be harmful to your eyes. Viewing it directly may not cause pain;
therefore it will not cause blinking or the iris of the eye to close involuntarily as it does when
viewing bright light. Consequently, serious damage to the retina of the eye is possible.
Should accidental exposure of laser light be suspected, arrange an eye exam immediately.
3.2 Laser Light Magnication Warning
Do not use magniers in the presence of laser radiation. Diused laser light can cause
serious eye damage if focused with optical instruments.
3.3 Loose Fiber Warning
Cleaved or broken glass bers are very sharp and can pierce the skin easily. Keep your
work area clear of removed ber. Do not allow pieces of ber to stick to your clothing or fall
into the work area where they can cause injury later. Use tweezers to pick up broken/cut
pieces of ber and place on a piece of tape that has been set aside for this purpose.
3.4 Sharp Edge Warning
The wearing of cut-resistant safety gloves to protect your hands from sharp cutting
tools and the metal armoring of armored cable is strongly recommended. Use extreme care
when working with severed armor. There may be sharp edges where the armor is damaged.
Always cover the exposed/cut armor end with a wrap of black electrical tape. To minimize
the chance of injury from sharp-blade tools, always cut away from yourself and others.
Dispose of used blades and armor scrap properly.
3.5 Safety Glasses Warning
Use safety glasses while working is highly recommended to provide eye protection
from accidental injury when handling chemicals, cables or working with ber. Pieces of glass
ber are very sharp and have potential to damage the eye.
3.6 Electrical Shock Warning
Do not install telecommunications equipment or work with telephone wiring during
a lightning storm. Telephone lines can carry high voltages from lightning causing electrical
shock resulting in severe injury or death.
3.7 Fiber Damage Warning
Fiber Optic cable is highly sensitive to excessive pulling, bending and crushing.
Take care when bending the cables. Be sure not to pull too hard on the bers. Do not crush
the cable or allow it to kink. Doing any of these things may cause damage to the ber and
require it to be replaced.

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4. Installation
1
2
4.1 Remove Fiber Jacketing
Using the appropriate tool per cable type (at
drop stripper shown) cut and peel back 20”in
total. 18”will be used for ber breakout with
2” for the CSM clamp. Cut and remove the
ber jacketing exposing the ber and the CSM
(Central Strength Members).
4.2 Cut Central Strength Member(s)
Measure 2”from the ber jacketing and cut both
Central Strength Members and remove any
additional scrap that may be left from cutting. This
should result in 2”of exposed CSM.
4.3 Install CSM Clamp and Tie Anchor
Attach the CSM clamp to the base of the Fiber Tap
Plus using the supplied hardware. Be sure to install
the clamp on the entry port side of the base. If you
have a base with two entry ports then install both
accordingly. DO NOT tighten the CSM clamp all
the way down but just loose enough to slide the
CSM under the clamp. Insert the included ber
management clip into the slot on the middle of the
base at position 2 in the orientation shown.
4.4 Install Field Installable Connectors
On each of the 250µm from the buer tubes install a
eld installable connector on the preferred number
of bers to be inserted into the appropriate amount
of adapters in the cover. For additional details
please refer to the Field Installable Connectors
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4.5 Feed Connectors Through Entry Port
Insert each connector one at a time through the
open slot in the base of the Fiber Tap Plus. Be sure
to follow the ber bend radius as it may cause the
ber to kink and/or break.
4.6 Feed Fiber Jacketing into Entry Port
Once each connector is inserted, insert the CSM
and ber jacketing through the entry. While
inserting the ber jacketing simultaneously slide
the CSM under the CSM clamp.
4.7 Install CSM Clamp to CSM
Adjust the CSM under the CSM clamp so that the
jacket is barely exposed and the 2”of CSM doesn’t
stick too far out of the clamp (see photo to the left).
Once at the correct location tighten the screw of
the CSM clamp to secure into place. Make sure the
ber goes over top of the CSM and is not pinched
under the CSM clamp.
4.8 Fiber Management
Insert the included ber management clip into the
slot on the middle of the base in the orientation
shown. Once inserted place a supplied zip-tie in the
opening and secure the ber buer tubes together.
DO NOT tighten the zip tie to maximum, this WILL
cause damage to the ber. Leave at least a 1”
diameter in the zip tie then cut the remaining tail.
Installation (Cont.)

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2
5
4
1
6
4.11 Apply Sealant to Entry Point
Using the supplied sealant packet apply a small
amount around the perimeter of the base entry
and the internal grommet. Also apply enough
sealant for a thin layer on the separate grommet
(shown to the right). We also recommend to apply
a thin layer to the ber jacketing itself to establish
a complete seal.
4.12 Install Input Entry Cover
After applying sealant to the grommet place over
the port entry in the orientation using the supplied
hardware. Tighten each screw with 4lbs per inch of
torque MAXIMUM to where they are ush with the
plastic. DO NOT overtighten. To ensure a proper
seal tighten each screw in an alternating pattern as
shown. Apply a thin layer of sealant to the grommet
perimeter as shown
4.10 Install Grommet to Base
Depending on your product (available for at
drop or round cable application) install the
appropriate grommet into the FTP base. Make
sure the grommet is ush with the open end of
the entry port as shown. Apply sealant to the
inside of the grommet. Failure to do so will result
in a failed and an incomplete seal.
Installation (Cont.)
4.9 Silicon Application
Apply two beads of silicon along the front edge of
the ber inlet. Insert the silicone lines grommet into
the ber input. Some of the silicon should come
out around the ber.

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4.14 Remove Adapter Covers
Start removing the installed adapter covers one at a
time to prevent dust from getting into the adapter
without a connector in it. DO NOT remove all the
adapters cover at once. Multilink is not responsible
for any insertion loss that may occur if this is
performed improperly.
4.15 Install Each Fiber Connector
After removing the adapter cover remove the dust
cap from the connector and plug in the connector
into the internal adapter following the color ber
chart to that on the Fiber Tap Plus cover. Repeat
steps 4.13 & 4.14 the appropriate number of times
till all ber connections are installed.
4.16 Apply Sealant to Groove
Apply a layer of sealant to the groove installed into
the Fiber Tap Plus base. Ensure the entire groove is
coated before proceeding and align onto the base.
At any time of reentry to the Fiber Tap Plus ensure
the groove is coated with sealant for a proper seal.
Installation (Cont.)
4.13 Attach Strain Relief Clip to Base
With the input cover installed, make sure the
entry lines up with the base. This helps to hold the
ber in place and keep a consistent and complete
seal around the ber jacketing. Make sure to not
overtighten.

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Proper Cover InstallationImproper Cover Installation
1
4
3
6
5
2
4.18 Attach Base to Cover
Using the supplied hardware attach the base to the
cover in the six available locations. Tighten each
screw with 15lbs per inch of torque MAXIMUM
to where they are ush with the plastic. DO NOT
overtighten. To ensure a proper seal tighten each
screw in a alternating pattern.
4.19 Installation Inspection
Once nal installation is completed visually inspect
the Fiber Tap Plus. This includes but is not limited
to the grommet being sealed and tightened
correctly, each ber adapter installed correctly
and tightened, and the cover seated evenly on the
base.
Installation (Cont.)
4.17 Place Cover Over Base
Place the Fiber Tap Plus cover of the base in
the orientation shown and ensure that the
cover is seated correctly on the base before
ipping the enclosure over safely.

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Fiber Tap Plus Field Installable Kits
Product Photo Description Stock ID
SC/APC SM
Field Installable Kit 066-025-10
SC/UPC SM
Field Installable Kit 066-024-10
LC/APC SM
Field Installable Kit 066-131-10
LC/UPC SM
Field Installable Kit 066-029-10
Tool Kit w/Basic
Fiber Cleaver 072-656-20
Tool Kit w/High
Percision Fiber
Cleaver
072-656-21
Fiber Tap Plus Mounting Kit
Product Photo Description Stock ID
Aerial Tap
Bracket 072-742-10
Fiber Tap Plus Connectors
Product Photo Description Stock ID
Surelight® Pre Terminated Cable Customized
Surelight® Scout™ Connector 066-458-10
5. Accessory List
Multilink’s Fiber Tap Plus supports various options of grommets accommodating vast cable
diameters, additional accessories some of which are included with the Fiber Tap Plus, and patch &
splice options including eld installable connector kits, and pigtails.

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