Commscope SRC50 NOVUX Fiber Optic System Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- CommScope
Table of Contents
- Installation Instructions
- NOVUX™ Fiber Optic System
- References
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Installation Instructions
TC-1503-IP
Rev. A, September 2021
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NOVUX™ Fiber Optic System
SRC50 – Splice Application
1 About this manual
This installation instruction document describes the installation of the SRC50 (repair closure). The document starts with providing an overview of the tools required to perform the installation. Also warnings and cautions are indicated, which should be observed before starting the product installation.
Following installation steps are covered in this document: closure preparation, drop cable installation, routing and splicing; closing the closure and mounting the closure.
Images in this manual are for reference only and are subject to change.
General product information
1.2 Dimensions
1.3 Cable diameter range
| Position | Cable diameter |
|---|---|
| mm | Inches |
| Drop cable | ≤ 8 (flat cable: 8 x 4.5) |
1.4 Fiber type compatibility
| Fiber Type | SRC50 – 12 Splices | SRC50, Splice/Patch |
|---|---|---|
| ITU-T G.652D | N/A | N/A |
| ITU-T G.657 | Yes | Yes |
2 Abbreviations
SRC50: Repair Closure
3 Tools
From left to right:
- Flat screw driver
- Phillips screw driver
- Small side cutter
- Scissors
- Fiber splice equipment and fiber cleaning tools
4 Warnings and Cautions
- Follow the installation instruction steps to ensure the performance of the closure. It is necessary to take precautions and keep the working space clean to protect the closure sealing materials and splices.
- Exposure to laser radiation can seriously damage the retina of the eye. Do not look into the ends of any optical fiber. Do not assume the laser power is turned off or that the fiber is disconnected at the other end. Looking into the ends of any optical fiber is entirely at your own risk. A protective cap or hood MUST be immediately placed over any radiating adapter or optical fiber connector to avoid the potential of dangerous amounts of radiation exposure. This practice also prevents dirt particles from entering the connector and adapter.
- 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 fiber optic cables, subunits and patch cords.
5 Kit Contents
| N° | Description | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SRC50 Repair Closure | 1 |
| 0 | Octopus ™ gel blocks | 2 |
6 Closure preparation
6.1 Open the closure
1 To open the closure, open the 4 latches.
2 Use a screwdriver to open the metal latch.
3 Push the 2 levers to the inside and open the closure.
4 Move the cover and hinges to the back of the closure.
5 Remove the cover.
6 Verify the long seal remains correctly seated within the closure cavity.
6.2 Install the Octopus™ gelbloks
One Octopus™ gel block must be installed in the cover, another in the base.
1 Install the Octopus™ gel block with the plastic support of the gel block down. Push on the gel block until it is secured by the attachment points on the housing.
7 Install drop cable
7.1 Using jacket strain relief
The instruction for the jacket strain relief is a separate document:
TC-1468-IP Cable retention: jacket strain relief
7.2 Prepare drop cable
| N° | Description | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jacket | Remove the jacket with a distance of 130 cm +/- 2 cm (51.1 +/- 0.8 |
inches).
2| Tube| Use the target line to indicate the transition zone from tube to
fiber.
3| Fiber| Route the fiber.
8 Splice application
8.1 12 Splice configuration
9 Close the closure
1 Verify the long seal remains correctly seated within the closure cavity. The
seal should be clean and dust free.
2 Use a screwdriver to close the metal latch.
3 Close the 4 metal latches.
10 Mount the closure
10.1 Wall- and pole mounting with screws
Note: Wall- and pole mounting hardware (screws) not included.
10.2 Pole mounting with straps
Note: Pole mounting hardware (straps) not included.
11 Lock the closure
11.1 Using a security wire
1 There are 4 locations to secure the closure with a securuty wire. Push the wire through the holes on the top and bottom cover and seal the wire per local practice.
12 Trade-marks
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This document is for planning purposes only and is not intended to modify or supplement any specifications 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 certified in accordance with international standards, including ISO 9001, TL 9000, and ISO 14001.
Further information regarding CommScope’s commitment can be found at: https://www.commscope.com/corporateresponsibility-and-sustainability.
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13 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
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