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FTTX SolutionsFixed Flexible Fiber BoxQuick Reference Guide

TECP-90-615 · Issue 3 · November 2016

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TECP-90-615 Rev D

The Fixed Flexible Fiber Box ( Fixed FFB) allows mixing and matching of feeder and drop cable interface options in acompact metal cabinet. Either side of the Fixed FFB may be configured as the feeder interface or the drop interface.The feeder and drop interface options include MPO adapters, HMFOC adapters, fixed bulkhead adapters (LC or SC),splice trays, and sliding adapter packs (LC or SC). Both a 12-fiber and a 24-fiber configuration is available. Thefollowing drawings show some typical Fixed FFB configurations.

FEEDER SIDE

INTERNALMPO ADAPTERS

FEEDER SIDE

EXTERNALHMFOC ADAPTERS

DROP SIDE

FIXED BULKHEADADAPTERS

FEEDER SIDE

FIXED BULKHEADADAPTERS

FEEDER SIDE

SPLICE TRAY

DROP SIDE

SLIDING ADAPTERPACKS

DROP SIDE

FIXED BULKHEADADAPTERS

DROP SIDE

SLIDING ADAPTERPACKS

FEEDERINTERFACE

SIDE

DROPINTERFACE

SIDE

CABLE ENTRYFITTINGS

CABINET DIMENSIONS

WIDTH: 12.75 INCHESHEIGHT: 11.5 INCHESDEPTH: 6.8 INCHES (with bracket)

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Cable Entry Left Side Cable Entry Right Side

COMPRESSIONFITTING BASE

COMPRESSIONFITTING BASE

COMPRESSIONNUT

COMPRESSIONNUT

5 6

GROMMET GROMMET

O-RING

O-RING

METALSPACER METAL

SPACER

All cables enter from the bottomMultiple cables may enter through the same portTwo entry ports are provided on left sideAccepts 2 to 5 mm cables depending on theconfiguration. See User Manual for details

All cables enter from the bottom Multiple cables may enter through the same portTwo entry ports are provided on right sideAccepts 2 to 5 mm cables depending on theconfiguration. See User Manual for details.

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RETAININGNUT RETAINING

NUT

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Tools and Materials

Pole Mount Option Wall Mount Option

Grounding Opening and Closing Cabinet1

216B Key Tool (accessory)

Pliers

#2 Phillips Screwdriver

Tape Measure

Pen or Marker

Wire Cutter

Torque Wrench With 7/16-Inch Socket

2-Hole Compression Lug

Crimping Tool

External Grounding System

LC or SC Connector Cleaning Kit

MPO Connector Cleaning Kit (MPO FFB)

Splicing Equipment (splicing FFB)

Pad Lock (optional)

Wood-Framed Wall

#10 x 1-1/2-Inch Wood Screw (4)

#10 Flat Washer (4)

Drill

3/32-Inch Drill Bit

Screwdriver Drill Bit

Masonry Wall

3/8-Inch Concrete Anchor

3/8-Inch x 1-1/2-Inch hex head capscrew (2)

3/8-Inch Flat Washer (2)

3/8-Inch Lock Washer (2)

Drill

5/8-Inch Masonry Drill Bit (check with supplier)

9/16-Inch Wrench

3/8-inch x 2-Inch Lag Screw (2))

Drill

9/32-inch Drill Bit

9/16-Inch Wrench

Optional

1/2-Inch Threaded Rod (1) or

1/2-Inch Through-Bolt (1)

1/2-Inch Nut (2)

1/2-Inch Flat Washer (2)

1/2-Inch Lock Washer (2)

3/4-Inch Wrench

General Wall MountPole Mount

TIGHTEN TO 40 TO 45LBS FORCE-INCHES

(4.5 TO 5.1 Nm)OF TORQUE

#6 COPPERGROUNDING

WIRE

TWO-HOLE LUG WITH0.625 INCH HOLE SPACING

1/4-INCH DIAMETERGROUNDING STUDS

WELDEDBRACKET

MOUNTINGBRACKET

CAP SCREWWITH CUPWASHER

MOUNTINGBRACKET

WELDEDBRACKET

3/4-INCH PLYWOODBACKER BOARD

(SECURE TO WALL STUDS)

3/4-INCH PLYWOODBACKER BOARD

(SECURE TO WALL STUDS)

#10 X 1-1/2 INCHWOOD SCREW (4)

#10 FLATWASHER (4)

FASTENERS USED TOSECURE BRACKET TO

BACKER BOARD

MOUNTINGBRACKET

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FASTENERS USED TOSECURE BRACKET TO

WOODEN UTILITY POLE

MOUNTINGBRACKET

3/8-INCH X 2-INCHLAG SCREW (2)

WOODENUTILITY POLE

2A 2B

43

CAP SCREWWITH CUPWASHER

TO CLOSE DOOR,LIFT WIND JAMMER

TO OPEN CABINET DOOROR NTERNAL COVER,

BACK OUT CAP SCREW(REQUIRES 216B KEY TOOL)

Connect free end of groundingwire to an approved earthground source as specified bylocal code or practice.

Use appropriate climbing and lifting equipment when mounting the FFB on a pole.

Install a grounding system that meets all local electrical codes.

If the utility pole is not in good condition, it is recommended that in addtition to the lag screws, a 1/2-inch threaded rod or through-bolt be used to secure themounting bracket to the pole. Refer to the User Manual for additional information.

Fasten the 3/4-inch plywood backer board securely to the wall studs.

Install a grounding system that meets all local electrical codes.

If securing mounting bracket to a masonry surface, use the recommendedmasonry fasteners. Refer to the User Manual for additional information.

NOTE:

NOTE:NOTE:

!Warning: Wet conditions increase the potential for receiving an electricalshock when installing or using electrically-powered equipment. To preventelectrical shock, never install or use electrical equipment in a wet locationor during a lightning storm.

!Warning: Wet conditions increase the potential for receiving an electricalshock when installing or using electrically-powered equipment. To preventelectrical shock, never install or use electrical equipment in a wet locationor during a lightning storm.

NOTE: Installation and assembly can be completed by one person. OPTIONAL

INTERNAL COVER

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