Correct Method for Fiber Reeling in a 12-Port Fiber Distributor
Inspect reel and cable prior to start for any damage, contact Corning if damaged. 1 Improper use of a respooler (Figure 1) can cause damage to a cable jacket or result in wavy fiber in tight buffered cables due to cable crossovers or excessive tensile loading. Recommendations for Fiber Optic Cable Installation Where reels are supplied with protective material fitted over the cable, the protection should remain in place until the cable will be installed. The reel's structural components consist of two flanges, central drum, flange bolts, SmartReelTM test connector and horizontal wood slats (Figure 1) that keep the reel in alignment and protect the fiber cable from any damage that may occur during transporting and storage. Optical fibers require special care during installation to ensure reliable operation. On long runs, use proper lubricants and make sure they are compatible with the cable jacket.
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