CommScope OFDC-B8G Installation Instructions Manual

Installation Instructions

TC-1426-IP Ver 00, Issue 03, May 2019 www.commscope.com

OFDC-B8G

OUTDOOR FIBER DISTRIBUTION CLOSURE

Contents

1 General product information �� 1

2 Product image�� 1

3 Warnings and caution �� 2

4 Kit content �� 2

5 Closure preparation �� 2

6 Feeder cable installation �� 3

6.1 Feeder cable preparation ......................................................................... 3

6.2 Feeder cable installation ........................................................................... 3

6.3 Feeder cable ber routing ........................................................................ 3

7 Install branch cable �� 4

8 Install organizer in housing �� 4

1 General product information

The OFDC-B8G is the environmentally sealed enclosure for ber management system that provides the function of splicing

(66 splices and for repair up to 90) / patching and passive component integration in the external network.

The closure is sealed with gel for longitudinal seal and wrap around gel block for cable sealing (IP68) 2m water head. The organizer is fully removable from the closure body and the addition of customers is transient free.

9 Install Drop cables (spliced) �� 5

9.1 Installing 1 cable per drop port ............................................................... 5

9.2 Installing 2 cables per drop port ............................................................ 6

10 Install Connectorized drop cable �� 7

11 Install TAP’s/Splitters �� 7

12 Extra features �� 7

13 Mounting options�� 8

14 Overview of possibilities �� 8

15 Trade-marks �� 8

16 Contact information �� 8

Cable diameters: 2 main cables: 11.5-15 mm 2 branch cables: 8-11 mm 8/16 drop cables: 0-5.5 mm

2 Product image

660003357 Rev. A

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3 Warnings and caution

3.1 Fiber optic cables may be damaged if bent or curved to a radius that is less than the recommended

minimum bend radius. Always observe the recommended bend radius limit when installing ber optic cables and patch

cords.

3.2 Exposure to laser radiation can seriously damage the retina of the eye. Do not look into the ends of any optical

ber. Do not assume the laser power is turned o or that the ber is disconnected at the other end.

5 Closure preparation

4 Kit content

The kit content is dierent for the patch application and splice application:

4�1 SPLICE APPLICATION (66 splices)

5.1 Open the closure by lifting the latches using a screw driver.

4�2 PATCH APPLICATION (66 splices + 8/16 Patch points)

5.2 Install the 2 screws (1-2 turns) and the wedge (If needed).

5.3 Slide the gel block on to the organizer. Verify the

correct orientation: Head of the screw facing upwards.

6 Feeder cable installation (11�5-15 mm)

6�1 Feeder cable preparation

6.1.1 Make a window cut of 2m.

6�2 Feeder cable installation

6.2.1 Open the gel block.

45 mm

6.1.2 Cut the strength members at 45 mm from the jacket end.

6.1.3 Install the cables to the metal bracket as shown.

Secure the cable with a hose clamps at the cable jacket (use a piece of foam if the cable has a soft jacket). Secure the strength members or aramid yarn with the metal plate and screw.

6.2.2 Install the assembly to the organizer (snap t at both sides). Make sure that the ber bundles are free.

6�3 Feeder cable ber routing

6.3.1 Take out the ber tubes to be used and store the remaining loops as shown. (Secure with cable ties)

6.3.2 Install blind plugs in the unused port(s) and close the gel block with the top gel part.

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6.3.3 Strip the tube at 15 cm from the jacket end and clean the bers before routing them to the tray.

7 Install branch cable (8-11 mm)

7.3.1 Remove the jacket over a length of 1 m (or 2 m if

window cut). Prepare the cable jacket with a piece of foam and secure it with cable ties as shown.

7.3.2 Secure the strength member (35 mm) or aramid yarn with the metal plate and screw.

7.3.3 Route the ber bundle and bers the same way as

for the main cable. (See section 6.3)

8 Install organizer in housing

6.3.4 Secure the loose tube with 2 cable ties as shown.

6.3.5 Store the bers on the tray. Changing direction is

possible with gure 8, see picture above.

8.1 Install the organizer in the housing as shown. Bring in under an angle of 45°.

8.2 Tighten the 2 top screws.

6.3.6 Secure the trays as shown.

8.3 Tighten the bottom screw and install blind plugs in the unused ports.

9.1.2 Install a wrap of foam at 80 mm from the jacket

end and secure the cable with 2 cable ties.

9.1.3 Route the ber(s) bundle to splice tray trough the adapter holder.

8.4 Close the 6 hinges using a screw driver.

9 Install Drop cables (spliced)

9�1 Installing 1 cable per drop port (0-5�5 mm)

9.1.1 Remove the cable jacket over a length of 1 m.

9.1.4 Secure the cable to the T-shape with a cable tie.

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9.1.5 Route the ber into the correct tray using the groove. Make the splices. Store the splice protector and the

ber overlength properly.

Note: The bottom tray can store 1 eld installable splitter + 18 splice protectors (2x9 double layer) smouv 45.

9.1.6 Other trays can store 12 splice protectors (single layer) smouv 45.

9.2.2 Place the gel strip on top of the rst drop port.

9.2.3 Prepare the 2nd drop cable the same way as the

rst one. Put the cable on top of the gel strip and then push the drop cable down.

9�2 Installing 2 cables per drop port (0-5�5 mm)

In case 2 cables per drop port need to be installed, the use

of 2 cm gel strip is mandatory.

Gel strip to be ordered separately:

S1515-30X1.5X700-AUTO-N

9.2.1 Cut 2 cm of the gel strip.

9.2.4 Secure the drop cable with Cable ties as shown.

10 Install Connectorized drop cable

12 Extra features

10.1 Install the pre-connectorized cable as shown. Secure the cable jacket to the external bracket with foam and cable ties. In case of eld installable connectors (FIC), store 900 µ overlength as shown. Install blind plugs in the unused

ports.

11 Install TAP’s/Splitters

Feeder ber

to splice tray

12.1 Demarcation cover

12.2 Top cover can be locked in open position.

11.1 Install the TAP-module/splitter as shown. For the drop connection see section 10.

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13 Mounting options

• Wall xation: use mounting ears.

• Pole xation: use mounting ears in combination with plastic or metal hose clamps.

• Strand mount: OFDC-C12 BRKSTRAND (To be ordered separately).

15 Trade-marks

All trademarks identied by ® or ™ are registered

trademarks or trademarks, respectively, of CommScope, Inc. This document is for planning purposes only and is

not intended to modify or supplement any specications

or warranties relating to CommScope products or services. CommScope is committed to the highest standards of

business integrity and environmental sustainability, with a number of CommScope’s facilities across the globe certied

in accordance with international standards, including ISO 9001, TL 9000, and ISO 14001.

Further information regarding CommScope’s commitment can be found at www.commscope.com/About-Us/Corporate-Responsibilityand-Sustainability.

This product may be covered by one or more U.S. patents or

their foreign equivalents. For patents, see www.cs-pat.com.

14 Overview of possibilities

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

16 Contact information

Visit our website or contact your local CommScope

representative for more information.

For technical assistance, customer service, or to report any

missing/damaged parts, visit us at: http://www.commscope.com/SupportCenter

Port 1 + 2: Spliced Port 3 + 4: TAP with SC APC connectors Port 5: FIC with 900 µ overlength storage Port 6: Pre-connectorized LC APC duplex Port 7: SC UPC Port 8: LC UPC duplex