RFS HYBRIFLEX User manual

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RFS’ HYBRIFLEX®Remote Radio Head (RRH) hybrid feeder cabling solution combines optical fiber and
DC power for RRHs in a single lightweight aluminum corrugated cable, making it the world’s most
innovative solution for RRH deployments. It was developed to reduce installation complexity and
costs at Cellular sites. HYBRIFLEX®allows mobile operators deploying RRH architecture to
standardize the RRH installation process. HYBRIFLEX®combines optical fiber (multi-mode or single-
mode) and DC power wire in a single corrugated cable and can connect multiple RRHs with a single
feeder.
HYBRIFLEX®cables are manufactured, pre-terminated, with various types of termination and are cut
to specific lengths. The aluminium outer conductor facilitates easy transportation (because it is light-
weight) and handling. Moreover this cable is easier to bend than other optic / power solutions using
a steel outer conductor.
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Table of contents
RFS HYBRIFLEX® introduction
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Table of contents
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Image of Non-OVP Hybriflex hybrid system
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RFS Non-OVP HYBRIFLEX® feeder assembly
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RFS Non-OVP HYBRIFLEX® configurations
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RFS Non-OVP HYBRIFLEX® Generation 2 Design Enhancements
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HYBRIFLEX® tower accessories and installation tools
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IEC standard fiber inspection
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Fiber interface zones per IEC template 613000-3-3
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RFS suggested optical testing
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HYBRIFLEX® handling and installation procedures
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HYBRIFLEX® hoisting and pulling guidelines
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Fixation/Mounting of the cable
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RFS RRH jumper with IP-RC connector installation guide
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HYBRIFLEX® bulkhead connector fitting installation
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Additional installation guidelines for all HYBRIFLEX® products
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Fiber cleaning introduction
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General reminders and warnings
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General inspection and cleaning procedures
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HYBRIFLEX® jacket removal tools instruction
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Armor cutting tool instructions for 1-1/4 and 1-5/8 inch cables
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Armor cutting tool instructions for 5/8 and 7/8 inch cables
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RFS’ HYBRIFLEX®Remote Radio Head
(RRH) hybrid feeder cabling solution
combines optical fiber and DC power for
RRHs in a single lightweight aluminum
corrugated cable, making it the world’s
most innovative solution for RRH
deployments. It was developed to
reduce installation complexity and costs
at Cellular sites. HYBRIFLEX®allows
mobile operators deploying RRH
architecture to standardize the RRH
installation process. HYBRIFLEX®
combines optical fiber (multi-mode or
single-mode) and DC power wire in a
single corrugated cable and can connect
multiple RRHs with a single feeder.
HYBRIFLEX®cables are manufactured,
pre-terminated, with various type of
termination and are cut to specific
lengths.The aluminium outer conductor
facilitates easy transportation (because
of it is light weight) and handling.
Moreover this cable is easier to bend
than other Optic / power solutions using
a steel outer conductor.
RRH Configuration for
demonstration purpose only
HYBRIFLEX feeder cable can be
ordered as 3x6, 6x12, 9x18, in 2,
4, 6, and 10 gauge wires
Hoisting grip attached no less
than 5 feet from breakout point
BBU Equipment
cabinet/shelter
Clamp spacing
0.9m (3ft) - 1.2m (4ft)
3
Breakout point for
separate fiber and power
conductors
Fiber jumper with
ODC connector
Bulkhead fitting included
with main feeder

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Non-OVP HYBRIFLEX® feeder assembly (using ODC (top) & LC (bottom) connectors)
HYBRIFLEX® trunk cable assemblies are factory constructed specifically to suit modern RRH networks,
ensuring perfect compatibility and trouble-free installation. Additional features that ease installation and
ensure durability service include:
Robust breakout design with coloring fibers and power conductors
Stranded construction for easy bending and maximum fiber protection
Corrugated aluminum shield protects from crush and animal damage
Integrated rip cords for length management
Factory test certificate included with every cable assembly
Robust ODC connector with solid protective caps
Water-proofing seal for DC wire end caps
HB
078/114/158
05/13/21/33
U
6
S or M
12
XX
KIT
Hybrid
Over jacket Diameter
7/8”, 1-1/4”, 1-5/8”
10, 6, 4 and 2
gauge
unshielded
6 pairs DC
conductor
Single or
Multi-mode
(only single)
12
pairs
of
fiber
Assembly
Length (in
meters)
Include
Grounding kit and
Hoist grip
Model Structure
Hybrid
assembly
length
LC termination (enlarged to
show colors)
Color-coded, shielded
power wire conductors
End 2
Bottom BBU
Power
End 1
Top RRH
ODC
termination
on fully-
armored
fiber

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Non-OVP HYBRIFLEX® Generation 2 Design Enhancements
Customers have requested several product enhancements to the HYBRIFLEX® trunk cable designs.
This was due to recent attacks from animals that would permanently damage the fiber optic break-outs at
the top of the assembly, and to shielding power wires to additional transient voltages from lightning
strikes. RFS was able to accommodate these requests by Engineering new features into the existing
models:
Shielded power cables
Each power conductor pair is wrapped with a tinned copper braid, layered with protective jackets
Braid can be “pony-tailed” to a common ground for additional EMI protection
Round profile allows water-tight seal to power connector
Fully-armored fiber optic cable breakouts
Helically-wrapped stainless steel prevents crushing, animal bite damage and over-bending
Armor is layered inside larger corrugation junctions to provide 100% mechanical coverage

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6x12 HYBRIFLEX® configurations
Cable type
HB078-05U6S12-
HB114-13U6S12-
HB158-21U6S12-
Cable brand
HYBRIFLEX®
HYBRIFLEX®
HYBRIFLEX®
Conductor gauge
10 AWG
6 AWG
4 AWG
Number of conductor
6 pairs, shielded
6 pairs, shielded
6 pairs, shielded
Number of fibers
12 pairs, armored
12 pairs, armored
12 pairs, armored
Hybrid armor type
Corrugated aluminum
Corrugated aluminum
Corrugated aluminum
Hybrid fiber mode
single
single
single
Hybrid termination
Top: ODC
Bottom: LC
Top: ODC
Bottom: LC
Top: ODC
Bottom: LC
Hybrid weight (kg/m (lb/ft))
1.39 | 0.93
2.24 |1.51
2.8 | 2
Max over jacket diameter
28.6mm | 1.13”
39mm | 1.54”
51mm | 2”
Breakout fiber length, top
0.5m | 20”
0.5m | 20”
0.5m | 20”
Breakout fiber length, bottom
1350mm | 53”
1350mm | 53”
1350mm | 53”
Breakout power length, top
4m | 157”
4m | 157”
4m | 157”
Breakout power length, bottom
150mm | 6”
150mm | 6”
150mm | 6”
Hybrid minimum bend radius
125mm | 5”
152mm | 6”
250mm | 10”
ODC
termination
Power
Power
LC
termination
Top

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9x18 HYBRIFLEX® configurations
Cable type
HB114-05U9S18-
Cable brand
HYBRIFLEX®
Conductor gauge
10 AWG
Number of conductor
9 pairs, shielded
Number of fibers
18 pairs, armored
Hybrid armor type
Corrugated aluminum
Hybrid fiber mode
single
Hybrid termination
Top: ODC
Bottom: LC
Hybrid weight (kg/m (lb/ft))
2.24 |1.51
Max over jacket diameter
39mm | 1.54”
Breakout fiber length, top
0.5m | 20”
Breakout fiber length, bottom
1350mm | 53”
Breakout power length, top
4m | 157”
Breakout power length, bottom
150mm | 6”
Hybrid minimum bend radius
152mm | 6”
Power
Power
ODC
termination
LC
termination
Top

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3x6 HYBRIFLEX® configurations
Cable type
HB078-13U3S6-
HB114-21U3S6-
Cable brand
HYBRIFLEX®
HYBRIFLEX®
Conductor gauge
6 AWG
4 AWG
Number of conductor
3 pairs, shielded
3 pairs, shielded
Number of fibers
6 pairs, armored
6 pairs, armored
Hybrid armor type
Corrugated Aluminum
Corrugated aluminum
Hybrid fiber mode
single
single
Hybrid termination
Top: ODC
Bottom: LC
Top: ODC
Bottom: LC
Hybrid weight (kg/m (lb/ft))
1.03 | 0.7
2.24 |1.51
Max over jacket diameter
28.6mm | 1.13”
39mm | 1.54”
Breakout fiber length, top
0.5m | 20”
0.5m | 20”
Breakout fiber length, bottom
1350mm | 53”
1350mm | 53”
Breakout power length, top
4m | 157”
4m | 157”
Breakout power length, bottom
150mm | 6”
150mm | 6”
Hybrid minimum bend radius
125mm | 5”
152mm | 6”
Top
Power
Power
ODC
termination
LC
termination

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HYBRIFLEX® tower accessories and installation tools
Although RFS suggests that hangers and hoisting grips be part of the hybrid kits, which includes the main
trunk assembly, RFS can offer these items to be ordered separately if need be.
Caution! Only use approved accessories and tools. Also note: RFS HYBRIFLEX® does not require the use of
grommets.
Note: Hangers are sold in kits of 10 with hardware included (three options available)
Cable size
Model number
Short description
HB058
HB078
HB114
HB158
GKFROM60-58
GKFORM60-78
GKFORM60-114
GKFORM60-158
60 inch grounding kit
HB058
HB078
HB114
HB158
CLAMP-58 or SNAP-58 or SNAP-ST-58
CLAMP-105 or SNAP-58 or SNAP-ST-78
CLAMP-114 or SNAP-114 or SNAP-ST-114
CLAMP-158 or SNAP-158 or SNAP-ST-158
Standard clamp bolt-
on hanger; Snap-in
hanger; Stackable
snap-in hanger
HB058
HB078
HB114
HB158
HOIST1-58L
HOIST1-78L
HOSIT1-114-L
HOSIT1-158L
Hoisting grip, lace up
Any size
ANGLE-UI
ANGLE-CLPI
Universal angle
adapter, snap-in or
3/8" (kit of 10)
Angle member
adapter kit 3/8" (SS)
(Kit of 10)
HB078
HB114
HB158
JSTRIP-78
JSTRIP-114
JSTRIP-158
Manual jacket
stripping tool

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IEC standard fiber inspection
Non-OVP Hybriflex optical interface connectors
In addition to the LC and ODC connectors on the main
trunk, jumpers with ODC plug and socket connectors
attach the RRH to the main trunk.
Tools and test equipment
Use only approved test equipment recommended by RFS.
Note: It is recommended that the main feeder be tested
using ODC to LC test adapters and not the actual
HYBRIFLEX® jumper.
Safety Caution!
Operator should always assume fiber optic cables are live;
laser radiation can cause irreversible damage or injury to
the human eyes.
Optical end-face Inspection
It is industry standard as per the IEC document 61300-3-25
1.0 that all optical fiber end-face are inspected and cleaned
before mating. Please refer to the cleaning procedure
within this document if need be.
LUCENT
Connector (LC)
ODC Plug
ODC Socket