Panduit FSTMC5BL Installation Manual

ITEM

PART

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

1 OCTT OptiCam Termination Tool

2 FSTC ST Cradle for OptiCam Termination Tool (OCTT)

3 FVFLPC-2.5SMY 2.5mm Universal Patch Cord for OptiCam Termination Tool (OCTT)

4 CST-115 Fiber Cable Jacket Stripper

5 FALC Alcohol Bottle (empty)

6 FBFSP Fiber Buffer Stripper

7 FJQCVR Fiber Cleaver Tool

8 FGLS Safety Glasses

9 FKS Fiber Kevlar Shears

10 FSTY Fiber Safety Tab Stickers for fiber scraps

11 FSWB-C Cleaning Swabs

12 FWP-C Lint-Free Wipes

13 PFX-0 Fine-Tip Marking Pen

14 --

Isopropyl Alcohol (Reagent Grade, 90% minimum concentration; not available from Panduit)

OPTIONAL FS116* SC & ST OptiCam Connector Stripping Template

OPTIONAL FJQCVRB Replacement Blade for Fiber Cleaver

CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

ITEMS REQUIRED FOR TERMINATION

Dust Cap

Connector Body

900µm Buffered Boot

Backbone

Jacketed Boots

Available Separately

3.0mm Boot

FSCBT3BU-X FMCBT3AQ-X FMCBT3BL-X

1.6 / 2.0mm Boot FSCBT2BU-X

FMCBT2AQ-X FMCBT2BL-X

Connector

Singlemode

10Gig 50µm

50µm

62.5µm

Blue

Aqua

Black

Elec. Ivory

Blue

Aqua

Black

Backbone

Color

Boot

Color

ST OptiCam

Fiber Optic Connectors

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page(s)

Safety Precautions and OptiCam Termination Tool Patch Cord Maintenance 2 250µm Loose Tube Fiber Termination and Fan-out Kit Termination Instructions 3 Instructions for Terminating Panduit OptiCam Connectors using OptiCam Fanout Kit 4 900µm Tight-Buffered Fiber Termination Instructions 5-8 Jacketed Cable Termination Instructions 9-12

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. SAFETY GLASSES

WARNING: IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT SAFETY GLASSES BE WORN WHEN HANDLING BARE OPTICAL FIBER. THE BARE FIBER IS VERY SHARP AND CAN EASILY DAMAGE THE EYE.

2. ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL

WARNING: ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL IS FLAMMABLE. CONTACT WITH THE ALCOHOL CAN CAUSE IRRITATION TO THE EYES. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES, FLUSH WITH WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 MINUTES. ALWAYS USE ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL WITH PROPER LEVELS OF VENTILATION. IN CASE OF INGESTION, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

3. DISPOSAL OF BARE FIBERS

WARNING: PICK UP AND DISCARD ALL PIECES OF BARE FIBER WITH STICKY TABS. DO NOT LET CUT PIECES OF FIBER STICK TO CLOTHING OR DROP IN THE WORK AREA WHERE THEY ARE HARD TO SEE AND CAN CAUSE INJURY.

4. LASER LIGHT PROTECTION

DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS. CLASS 1M LASER PRODUCT. VIEWING THE LASER OUTPUT WITH CERTAIN OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS (FOR EXAMPLE, EYE LOUPES, MAGNIFIERS, AND MICROSCOPES) WITHIN A DISTANCE OF 100 MM MAY POSE AN EYE HAZARD.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

• NEVER POINT THE LASER INTO THE EYES OF OTHERS.

• DO NOT STARE DIRECTLY AT THE LASER BEAM.

• DO NOT SET UP TOOL TO WORK AT EYE LEVEL OR OPERATE THE TOOL ON A REFLECTIVE SURFACE AS THE LASER COULD BE PROJECTED INTO YOUR EYES OR THE EYES OF OTHERS.

ALWAYS TURN THE LASER OFF WHEN IT IS NOT IN USE OR IS LEFT UNATTENDED FOR A PERIOD OF TIME. REMOVE THE BATTERIES WHEN STORING FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE TOOL SHOULD THE BATTERIES DETERIORATE.

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Complies with FDA performance

standards for laser products except

for deviations pursuant to Laser

Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.

Complies with IEC 60825-1

Ed. 2 (2007)

5. CABLE HANDLING

WARNING: FIBER OPTIC CABLE CAN BE DAMAGED BY EXCESSIVE PULLING, TWISTING, CRUSHING OR BENDING STRESSES. CONSULT THE APPROPRIATE SPECIFICATION SHEETS AS PROVIDED BY YOUR CABLE VENDOR. ANY DAMAGE MAY DECREASE OPTICAL PERFORMANCE.

OptiCam Termination Tool Patch Cord Maintenance

Clean both ends of the FVFLPC-2.5SMY after 50 matings or sooner if performance diminishes.

1. Clean ST connector ferrule endface with a lint-free wipe (FWP-C) soaked with alcohol (reagent grade isopropyl alcohol, with a minimum 90% concentration).

2. Clean Ferrule Adapter end by unscrewing housing and removing split sleeve. Clean the ferrule endface with an alcohol soaked lint-free wipe. Refer to Visual Inspection and Cleaning of Fiber Optic Components Best Practices document FS061* at www.panduit.com. Make sure that the split sleeve is clean. Replace the split sleeve onto ferrule and screw housing into place securely.

NOTE: Replace the split sleeves if the FVFLPC-2.5SMY continues to have diminished performance after three cleanings. Additional split sleeves for the FVFLPC-2.5SMY are located in the FVFLPC-2.5SMY package.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions For Terminating Panduit Fiber Optic Connectors

onto 250 Micron Coated Fiber

Part Number: F250BT-C

When terminating any Panduit fiber optic connector onto 250µm coated fiber, follow the 900µm Tight-Buffered Termination procedure in the appropriate connector installation instructions with the following modifications:

OptiCam Connectors Refer to Stripping Template FS115* for LC and FS116* for SC and ST

1. After placing the 900µm boot onto the 250µm fiber, place one build-up tube (F250BT) onto the fiber and slide it back out of the way.

2. Place an insertion mark on the build-up tube 15mm for LC and 11mm for SC or ST from the end of the tube closest to the end of the fiber.

3. Use the buffer stripper to strip at least 30mm of coating and wipe the bare fiber clean with an alcohol soaked wipe.

4. Place an insertion mark on the coated fiber 15mm for LC and 11mm for SC or ST from the end of the stripped coating.

5. Cleave the fiber 7mm from the end of the coating and slide up the build-up tube so that the end is even with the cleaved fiber end.

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6. While holding the fiber and build-up tube together behind the build-up tube, insert them into the back of the connector until the build-up tube bottoms out within the connector. The insertion mark on the build-up tube should be hidden within the back of the connector.

7. Now slide just the fiber forward using constant light pressure until it bottoms out within the connector on the fiber stub. The insertion mark should be visible through the build-up tube and located near the back end of the connector.

8. Squeeze both clamp arms to open the clamp pads. Place the fiber between the open clamp pads and release the clamp arms while creating a slight bow in the fiber. The bow is intended to provide appropriate glass-to-glass mating pressure. DO NOT shuttle the cradle forward, as this may create an excessive bow behind the build-up tube.

9. Turn on the laser and complete the connector termination as described in the appropriate instruction sheet.

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7mm

Cleave Length

Fanout Tubing

End of Coating

3mm

Fanout Tubing

Bare Fiber

End of Coating

30mm

11mm

15mm

Insertion Mark

(For LC)

Fanout Tubing

Coated Fiber

Insertion Mark

(For SC / ST)

3mm Cable

900µm Fanout

250µm Coated

Apply Adhesive

Fibers

Tubing

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions For Terminating Panduit OptiCam Connectors using OptiCom Fanout Kit

INDOOR PREMISE APPLICATION Fanout Kit Part Numbers: FO6CB, FO12CB

IMPORTANT! TURN OFF “FIT TO PAGE” WHEN PRINTING

1. Install the Fanout Kit according to the installation instructions FS047*.

2. Feed the 250µm coated fibers through the 900µm fanout tubing until at least 30mm of fiber protrudes from the end of the tubing. Trim the coated fibers to length at 30mm.

3. To reduce the amount of fiber movement, place a drop of adhesive (Loctite 401 or equivalent Cyanoacrylate adhesive) at the point that the coated fibers exit the 3mm cable jacket.

4. Place the 900µm boots onto the fanout tubing and slide them back out of the way.

5. Place an insertion mark on the fanout tubing, 15mm for LC and 11mm for SC or ST, back from the end of the tubing.

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6. Place a coating removal mark on the coated fiber 3mm from the end of the fanout tubing. Strip the coating up to the coating removal mark. Note: The 3mm of coating extending from the end of the tubing is intended to compensate for fiber movement within the fanout tubing during termination.

7. Clean the bare fiber using an alcohol soaked lint-free wipe to ensure the fiber is free of all debris.

8. Cleave the fiber 7mm from the end of the fiber coating. Note: Cleave length from end of tubing is approx. 10mm.

9. With the connector mounted in the OptiCam termination tool, insert the cleaved fiber into the connector using constant light pressure until the fiber bottoms out on the fiber stub within the connector. The insertion mark on the fanout tubing should be in close proximity to the back of the connector.

10. Squeeze both clamp arms to open the clamp pads of the OptiCam termination tool. Place the fanout tubing between the open clamp pads and release the clamp arms. Slide the cradle holder towards the cable to create a bow in the fiber providing appropriate glass-to-glass mating pressure. Cam the connector to secure the fiber.

11. Turn on the laser and complete the termination as described in the appropriate OptiCam instruction sheet.

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1/4" (6.4mm) MAX

INSERTION MARK .43" (11mm)

BUFFER REMOVAL 1.18" (30mm)

Insertion mark

900µm TIGHT-BUFFERED STRIPPING DIMENSIONS

IMPORTANT! Due to printing variations, use a rigid

Panduit laminated template.

scale for stripping dimensions, or the appropriate

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

900µm Tight-Buffered Fiber Termination

Note: When using OptiCam 2 Tool, refer to FS132 Quick Setup Guide on how to use tool.

1. Attach Patch Cord to OCTT

Make sure laser switch is in the “O” (OFF) position. Remove protective dust cover from laser. Insert ST end of FVFLPC-2.5SMY patch cord into laser aperture making sure to align tabs. Rotate barrel of ST connector clockwise to lock in place.

2. Insert Connector Cradle

Align ST Cradle with OCTT cradle holder and slide cradle under tabs of cradle holder until it stops. Grip cradle holder by grip pads and slide cradle holder to the pre-termination position (towards the laser aperture).

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3. Insert Connector into Cradle

Ensure that the cradle lever is in the up position as shown. Remove both dust caps from the connector body. Hold the connector body with the key facing down and slide the connector body into the ST Cradle. Rotate the cradle latch until it clips onto the cradle. The connector is inserted fully when the connector fits into the cradle pocket, the backbone rests completely in the cradle flange, and the cradle latch clips onto the cradle as shown. If the cradle latch does not clip onto the cradle then the connector is not fully inserted.

4. Attach Patch Cord to Connector Ferrule

Note: During insertion, the ferrule adapter end must be in-line with the connector ferrule, NOT at an angle.

While holding the connector still, gently slide the ferrule adapter end over the connector ferrule until it stops. To maximize VFL patch cord life, avoid side-loading the ferrule adapter end during insertion and testing.

5. Strip 900µm Tight-Buffered Fiber

5.1 Insert the fiber end through the small end of the 900µm boot. Slide the boot back out of the way.

5.2 Use buffer stripper to strip at least 1.18" (30mm) of buffer.

5.3 Use the marking pen to place an insertion mark 0.43" (11mm) back from the end of the stripped buffer.

Buffer Stripping Guidelines

• Remove no more than 1/4" (6mm) of buffer at a time to

avoid breaking the fiber. Refer to cable manufacturer's buffer stripping guidelines for specific recommendations.

• Hold the buffer stripper such that the arrow on the tool

points in the direction of buffer removal.

• Position the fiber in the tool's V-notches. Sq ueeze the

handles firmly and pull tool in the direction of the arrow on the tool.

• Clean the buffer stripper blades after each strip by holding

the handles open then pulling the casings back and letting them snap back against the blades.

Cradle Lever

Cradle Pocket

Connector

Key

2

1

3

Cradle Flange

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7mm

AFTER CLEAVING

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

6. Cleave 900µm Tight-Buffered Fiber

6.1 Remove and dispose of any remaining fiber scraps in the cleaving tool.

6.2 Clean bare fiber using an isopropyl alcohol (90% minimum concentration) soaked lint-free wipe. The fiber should be free of all coating and residue. To prevent contamination, do not set fiber down or allow it to touch anything after cleaning.

6.3 Depress the fiber clamp lever and insert the end of the fiber under the fiber clamp and in the V-groove. Hold the cleaving tool in your hand and depress the fiber clamp lever to raise the fiber clamp. Insert the end of the fiber into the V-groove and under the fiber clamp. Release the fiber clamp lever when the end of the buffer is located at the 7mm mark (±0.5mm).

6.4 This is a critical step for successful termination. Gently hold the buffered fiber against the groove in the base plate using thumb and forefinger of your free hand. With your other thumb, gently push down on the housing until the ceramic blade contacts the fiber and the end of the housing contacts the rubber coating on the base plate. DO NOT cut the fiber with the ceramic blade. Release the housing so that the blade is no longer contacting the fiber.

6.5 Hold the tool in one hand while still holding the fiber against the base plate. Bend the base plate down until the fiber breaks. To prevent contamination, do not set fiber down or allow it to touch anything after cleaving. IMPORTANT: Do not clean fiber after cleaving. Replace the ceramic blade in the cleaving tool after every 1000 cleaves, or if installation yield decreases.

6.6 Replacement blade (FJQCVRB) is available.

Housing

Fiber Clamp

Baseplate

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Fiber Clamp Lever

7. Insert Fiber

Insert fiber into the connector body using constant light pressure until it stops on the fiber stub. Excessive force during insertion may break the fiber. The fiber should be guided in straight, not at an angle. If resistance is felt before the insertion mark is in close proximity to the back of the connector then retract the fiber a small amount and continue inserting. If the fiber insertion mark is not in close proximity to the back of the connector then withdraw the fiber completely out of the connector. Inspect fiber cleave length. If the fiber cleave length is less than 7mm then discard the connector and return to step 5. If the fiber cleave length is 7mm then slightly rotate the fiber before repeating this step.

Insertion Mark

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2

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8. Clamp Cable

Squeeze both clamp arms to open clamp pads. Place cable between the clamp pads and release clamp arms. The fiber should be straight and the insertion mark should still be in close proximity to the back of the connector.

9. Shuttle Cradle Holder

Grip cradle holder by grip pads and slide cradle holder towards the cable until it stops. This will create a bow in the fiber.

10. Turn On Laser

On the end of the OCTT tool, toggle the switch to the “I ” (ON) position. If the fiber is in the correct position after this step, a multimode connector typically will either be dark or glow very dimly; a singlemode connector will typically glow moderately.

Clamp Arm

Clamp Pads

Clamp Arm

Grip Pad

11. Cam the Connector

Apply slight downward pressure to the connector and rotate the cradle lever down until it stops (90° counterclockwise when looking from rear of connector). The glow coming from the connector cam region should dim or remain dark. If not, turn the laser off and un-cam the connector. Pull the fiber back slightly and then gently urge it forward until it stops on the stub fiber. (Re-check to make sure the insertion mark is near the back of the connector). Turn the laser on and re-cam the connector, it should dim or remain dark. If not, turn off the laser and repeat the process starting at step 5.

12. Turn Off Laser

Toggle the OCTT switch to the “ O” (OFF) position. While holding connector in place, remove ferrule adapter end of patch cord from connector.

13. Place the Dust Cover on the Patch Cord (Optional)

14. Unclamp Cable

Squeeze both clamp arms to open the clamp pads. Remove cable from between the clamp pads and release clamp arms. CAUTION: DO NOT pull on cable while the connector is still held in place by the cradle. Doing so could break the fiber or create an unacceptable termination.

15. Remove Connector from Cradle

Squeeze the cradle latch to unclip it from the cradle then rotate it to the side. Remove the connector from the cradle by lifting the back of the connector up while sliding it out of the cradle.

Cradle Lever

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

16. Reposition Cradle Holder

Grip cradle holder by grip pads and slide cradle holder back to the pre-termination position (towards the laser aperture).

17. Remove Fiber from Cleaver Tool

Depress the fiber clamp lever then remove and properly dispose of the fiber scrap.

18. Assemble Connector and Boot

18.1 Grip the boot by the large end and push the boot

forward onto the grooved area of the backbone until it is against the flange.

18.2 Clean the ferrule end face with an alcohol soaked

wipe, and then a dry wipe. Place dust cap over the ferrule end.

Dust Cap

Flange

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19. Re-Termination

The connector can be reterminated if needed. Rotate the cradle lever down until it stops (90° counterclockwise when looking from rear of connector). Slide the boot off the backbone and remove the dust cap. Hold the connector body with the key facing down and slide the connector body into the ST Cradle. Rotate the cradle latch until it clips onto the cradle. The connector is inserted fully when the connector fits into the cradle pocket, the backbone rests completely in the cradle flange, and the cradle latch clips onto the cradle as shown. Apply slight downward pressure to the connector body and rotate the cradle lever up until it stops. Remove the fiber and repeat from step 1.

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JACKETED CABLE STRIPPING DIMENSIONS

IMPORTANT!

Due to printing variations, use a rigid scale for stripping dimensions, or the appropriate Panduit laminated template.

Insertion Mark .43" (11mm)

Buffer Length .55" (14mm)

Buffer Removal

1.18" (30mm)

Jacket Removal 1.73" (44mm)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Jacketed Cable Termination

Note: When using Opticam 2 termination tool, refer to FS132 Quick Setup Guide on how to use tool.

1. Attach Patch Cord to OCTT

Make sure laser switch is in the “ O” (OFF) position. Remove protective dust cover from laser. Insert ST end of FVFLPC-2.5SMY patch cord into laser aperture making sure to align tabs. Rotate barrel of ST connector clockwise to lock in place.

2. Insert Connector Cradle

Align ST Cradle with OCTT cradle holder and slide cradle under tabs of cradle holder until it stops. Grip cradle holder by grip pads and slide cradle holder to the pre-termination position (towards the laser aperture).

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3. Insert Connector into Cradle

Ensure that the cradle lever is in the up position as shown. Remove both dust caps from the connector body. Hold the connector body with the key facing down and slide the connector body into the ST Cradle. Rotate the cradle latch until it clips onto the cradle. The connector is inserted fully when the connector fits into the cradle pocket, the backbone rests completely in the cradle flange, and the cradle latch clips onto the cradle as shown. If the cradle latch does not clip onto the cradle then the connector is not fully inserted.

4. Attach Patch Cord to Connector Ferrule

Note: During insertion, the ferrule adapter end must be in-line with the connector ferrule, NOT at an angle.

While holding the connector still, gently slide the ferrule adapter end over the connector ferrule until it stops. To maximize VFL patch cord life, avoid side-loading the ferrule adapter end during insertion and testing.

5. Strip Jacketed Cable

5.1 If using duplex cable, split the two cables approximately 6" (152mm) or as needed.

5.2 Following the stripping dimensions, use the marking pen to mark the cable jacket 1.73" (44mm) from the end.

5.3 Strip off the cable at the jacket removal mark. To reduce wear on the jacket stripper blades, do not slide the blades along the aramid yarn. Instead, use the tool to cut through the jacket, then pull off the jacket by hand. For

3.0mm jacketed fiber, use the third hole (marked "1.3mm" or #16AWG) from the tip of the jacket stripper. For 1.6mm - 2.0mm jacketed fiber, use the first hole (marked "0.8mm" or #20AWG) from the tip of the jacket stripper.

5.4 Insert fiber through the small end of the appropriate boot for your specific cable type. Use the boot to fold aramid yarn back over the jacket, holding it out of the way.

5.5 Use the marking pen to place a buffer length mark on the buffer 0.55" (14mm) from the edge of the jacket. Place an insertion mark 0.43" (11mm) back from the first mark.

5.6 Use the marking pen to place a mark on the buffer at the edge of the jacketing.

Cradle Lever

Cradle Pocket

Connector

Key

2

1

3

Cradle Flange

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7mm

AFTER CLEAVING

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

5.7 Use the buffer stripper to strip the buffer to the buffer length mark.

Buffer Stripping Guidelines

• Remove no more than 1/4" (6mm) of buffer at a time to

avoid breaking the fiber. Refer to cable manufacturer's buffer stripping guidelines for specific recommendations.

• Hold the buffer stripper such that the arrow on the tool

points in the direction of buffer removal.

• Position fiber in the tool's V-notches. Squeeze the handles

firmly and pull tool in the direction of the arrow on the tool.

• Clean the buffer stripper blades after each strip by holding

the handles open then pulling the casings back and letting them snap back against the blades.

6. Cleave 900µm Tight-Buffered Fiber

6.1 Remove and dispose of any remaining fiber scraps in the cleaving tool.

6.2 Clean bare fiber using an isopropyl alcohol (90% minimum concentration) soaked lint-free wipe. The fiber should be free of all coating and residue. To prevent contamination, do not set fiber down or allow it to touch anything after cleaning.

6.3 Depress the fiber clamp lever and insert the end of the fiber under the fiber clamp and in the V-groove. Hold the cleaving tool in your hand and depress the fiber clamp lever to raise the fiber clamp. Insert the end of the fiber into the V-groove and under the fiber clamp. Release the fiber clamp lever when the end of the buffer is located at the 7mm mark (±0.5mm).

6.4 This is a critical step for successful termination. Gently hold the buffered fiber against the groove in the base plate using thumb and forefinger of your free hand. With your other thumb, gently push down on the housing until the ceramic blade contacts the fiber and the end of the housing contacts the rubber coating on the base plate. DO NOT cut the fiber with the ceramic blade. Release the housing so that the blade is no longer contacting the fiber.

6.5 Hold the tool in one hand while still holding the fiber against the base plate. Bend the base plate down until the fiber breaks. To prevent contamination, do not set fiber down or allow it to touch anything after cleaving. IMPORTANT: Do not clean fiber after cleaving. Replace the ceramic blade in the cleaving tool after every 1000 cleaves, or if installation yield decreases.

6.6 Replacement blade (FJQCVRB) is available.

1/4" (6.4mm) MAX

Housing

Fiber Clamp

Baseplate

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Fiber Clamp Lever

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Clamp Arm

Clamp Pads

Insertion Mark

If the buffer length mark has moved, carefully work the buffer back into the jacket until the mark is in its original position.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

7. Insert Fiber

7.1 Check the location of the buffer length mark to make sure it is at the edge of the jacket. If necessary, carefully work the fiber back in until the mark is at the edge of the jacket.

7.2 Insert fiber into the connector body using constant light pressure until it stops on the fiber stub. Excessive force during insertion may break the fiber. The fiber should be guided in straight not at an angle. If resistance is felt before the fiber insertion mark is in close proximity to the back of the connector then retract the fiber a small amount and continue inserting. If the fiber insertion mark is not in close proximity to the back of the connector then withdraw the fiber completely out of the connector. Inspect fiber cleave length. If the fiber cleave length is less than 7mm then discard the connector and return to step 5. If the fiber cleave length is 7mm then slightly rotate the fiber before repeating this step.

8. Clamp Cable

Squeeze both clamp arms to open clamp pads. Place cable between the clamp pads and release clamp arms. The fiber should be straight and the insertion mark should still be in close proximity to the back of the connector.

Note: Do not shuttle cradle holder for jacketed cable terminations.

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Insertion Mark

9. Turn On Laser

On the end of the OCTT tool, toggle the switch to the “I” (ON) position. If the fiber is in the correct position after this step, a multimode connector typically will either be dark or glow very dimly; a singlemode connector will typically glow moderately.

10. Cam the Connector

Apply slight downward pressure to the connector and

Cradle Lever

rotate the cradle lever down until it stops (90° counterclockwise when looking from rear of connector). The glow coming from the connector cam region should dim or remain dark. If not, turn the laser off and un-cam the connector. Pull the fiber back slightly and then gently urge it forward until it stops on the stub fiber. (Re-check to make sure the insertion mark is near the back of the connector). Turn the laser on and re-cam the connector, it should dim or remain dark. If not, turn off the laser and repeat the process starting at step 5.

11. Turn Off Laser

Toggle the OCTT switch to the “ O” (OFF) position. While holding connector in place, remove ferrule adapter end of patch cord from connector.

12. Place the Dust Cover on the Patch Cord (Optional)

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Flange

Dust Cap

1

2

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13. Unclamp Cable

Squeeze both clamp arms to open the clamp pads. Remove cable from between the clamp pads and release clamp arms. CAUTION: DO NOT pull on cable while the connector is still held in place by the cradle. Doing so could break the fiber or create an unacceptable termination.

14. Remove Connector from Cradle

Squeeze the cradle latch to unclip it from the cradle then rotate it to the side. Remove the connector from the cradle by lifting the back of the connector straight up and sliding it out of the cradle.

15. Remove Fiber from Cleaver Tool

Depress the fiber clamp lever then remove and properly dispose of the fiber scrap.

16. Assemble Connector and Boot

16.1 Slide the boot back to release the aramid yarn. Cut the

aramid yarn approximately 0.2" (5mm) past the flange.

16.2 Flare the aramid yarn evenly around the perimeter of

the grooved area of the backbone. Use tweezers for best results. There will be a slight gap between the cable jacket and the backbone.

16.3 Push the boot forward and thread clockwise onto the

grooved area of the backbone until it seats against the flange. Best cable retention is achieved when the aramid yarn protrudes slightly from the flange area.

16.4 Clean the ferrule end face with an alcohol soaked wipe,

and then a dry wipe. Place dust cap over the ferrule end.

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17. Re-Termination

The connector can be reterminated if needed. Rotate the cradle lever down until it stops (90° counterclockwise when looking from rear of connector). Thread the boot off the backbone and remove the dust cap. Hold the connector body with the key facing down and slide the connector body into the ST Cradle. Rotate the cradle latch until it clips onto the cradle. The connector is inserted fully when the connector fits into the cradle pocket, the backbone rests completely in the cradle flange, and the cradle latch clips onto the cradle as shown. Apply slight downward pressure to the connector and rotate the cradle lever up until it stops. Remove the fiber and repeat from step 1.

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