Users Manual Part 2

Appendix E Cable installation and power separation guidelines
E-2 M0300A2 4.0.11 January 2020
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Overview
When installing Ruggedized RPs, cables that can withstand temperature extremes and
inclement weather should be used. In outside environments, avoid contamination or
damage to plugs. Plugs must be protected from sunlight and water in a suitable
equipment housing or NEMA 4 rated box. It is also important to avoid exposure to
water at cut ends of unfilled cables and cords. The following information is available
to help you extend the operation of your RP and switches.
Cable handling
Indoor/outdoor cords can be routed outdoors above ground and indoors, and can be
ordered in lengths long enough for direct (home-run) installations from switch to end
equipment. Cords have 20% Insertion Loss De-rating so only 85 meters total can be
supported. Extended lengths can be cut in two for terminating the indoor ends at
protectors or panels. Terminations are similar to typical 4-pair indoor cables.
Unreel long lengths of cable to ensure the cable does not
become twisted or caught on
objects.
Figure E-1. Unreel cable
CommScope recommends using a sock fitted and secured over the plug to pull cable
through long conduits.
Sock information
Tie wrap information