Application Guide For FiberRunner® Cable Routing System Versatile, Scalable Cable Protection in Data Centers and Central Offices Panduit is a Technology Developer Partner for Storage Networking Hardware.
The Need for Cable Routing What is a Cable Routing System? A Cable Routing System is a collection of channels, fittings, and mounting brackets that can be assembled to create a structure that protects fiber optic and high performance copper data cabling from physical damage that can disrupt or cut off signal transmission. It also provides a versatile, scalable pathway that reduces the costs associated with maintaining existing network operations and implementing new services.
FiberRunner ® Cable Routing System Benefits Ensure network reliability with a complete solution that protects cables from physical damage while maintaining signal integrity and delivering reliable network performance.
Data Center Cable Pathway Roadmap Below is a typical data center FiberRunner ® Cable Routing System application. The pathway is configured to route and protect cabling between the Main Distribution Area (MDA) and the Equipment Distribution Areas (EDA)2. Key features include the innovative QuikLock ™ Coupler that is used to securely join system components, a wide range of spill-out options to transition cable into the cabinets, and a complete offering of directional fittings and channel sizes.
Routing Cables In and Out of the MDA QuikLock ™ Coupler Feature (See detail on page 6.) Patented QuikLock ™ Coupler speeds assembly of system components without the need for tools or small fasteners. Protecting Cable Transitioning to EDA Cabinets Typical Application Configuration: Plan View of Distribution and Feeder Design (See detail on page 6.) The Distribution and Feeder configuration is the basic, economic layout used to route cables out of the MDA.
Data Center Roadmap Details (See Roadmap on pages 4 and 5.) A. Routing Cable Out of the MDA 3 2 1 The FiberRunner ® Cable Routing System includes vertical tee fittings for routing cables out of the MDA racks. These fittings can be sized for the anticipated cable capacity and positioned directly above the vertical cable managers to create as direct a pathway as possible. Components used in this detail: 4 1. FRVT12X4 Vertical Tee 2. FRBC12X4 QuikLock ™ Coupler 3. FR12X4 Channel 5 4.
D. Supporting the System Directly on Racks and Cabinets 1 3 2 4 When an overhead infrastructure is not available, there are several options that allow the FiberRunner ® Cable Routing System to be mounted to the tops of Panduit ® NetFrame ® Racks, 4-Post Racks, EIA/TIA racks, and Panduit ® Net-Access ™ Cabinets. Components used in this detail: 1. FEIAB58 EIA/TIA Threaded Rod Bracket 2. FRRMBNF58 NetFrame ® Rack Bracket 3. FR4PRB58 4-Post Rack Bracket 4.
Service Provider Central Office Cable Pathway Roadmap In this application, the FiberRunner ® Cable Routing System is used to segregate fiber optic jumper cables from all of the other cables routed in the central office. Key features include innovative Snap-On Hinged Covers, Split Fitting Covers, and Vertical Tees with integral hinged doors. In addition, the system offers a wide variety of transitions from horizontal runs to the vertical cable managers on Network Element Bays.
Snap-On Hinged Cover Feature Mounting to Central Office Infrastructure (See detail on pages 12 – 13.) Patented snap-on cover design speeds installation by eliminating the need to use tools or small fasteners. Transitioning Out of the FDF Bays 3 (See detail on page 10.) Typical Application Configuration: Plan View of Perimeter Design 3 FDF (Fiber Distribution Frame) refers to the rack or bay lineup that contains the fiber optic cross-connect.
Service Provider Roadmap Details (See Roadmap on pages 8 and 9.) A. Transitioning Cable Out of the FDF Bays 3 For fiber optic jumper cables routed in and out of the Fiber Distribution Frame, high capacity vertical tee fittings are positioned directly above the vertical fiber slack managers providing as direct a pathway as possible. Vertical tee fittings are typically positioned with doors facing the maintenance aisle to provide access to the cables. Components used in this detail: 2 1 4 5 1.
Transitioning Cables into the Network Element Bays (continued from previous page) 1 Spill-over fittings can also be used to create exits over the Network Element Bays. These fittings can be used during initial installation or as a retrofit when a line-up is extended or new equipment is added to the network. In the central office the preference is to completely enclose the fiber optic jumper cables transitioning from horizontal runs down into the equipment in the Network Element Bays.
System Mounting Components The FiberRunner ® Cable Routing System provides a wide range of mounting brackets that secure the system to virtually any data center or service provider infrastructure. QuikLock ™ Mounting features reduce assembly time and speed implementation. Attaching the System to Common Infrastructures Including Auxiliary Framing Bar, Ladder Rack (Cable Runway), Threaded Rod, Under-Floor Pedestals, and Strut.
QuikLock ™ Mounting Feature FR12TRBE58 QuikLock ™ Existing Threaded Rod Bracket Ladder Rack Innovative QuikLock ™ Mounting Slide Clamps allow fast assembly with a standard 7/16" nut driver.
System Cover Components The FiberRunner ® Cable Routing System provides a comprehensive offering of snap-on covers for channels and fittings. Covers provide protection, enhancing network reliability while enabling ease of access to cables and lowering the cost of ownership.
Design Tools The FiberRunner ® Cable Routing System is offered with two different Design Tools that allow accurate system drawings to be created which speeds overall system design, specification, and implementation. Both a VISIO* and AutoCAD** version are available as free downloads from: www.panduit.com/products/selectiontools.
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