Tools and Test Equipment
The following tools and equipment are required for installation.
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Torque wrench capable of 5 to 12 ft-lbs (6.8 to 16.3 Nm)
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4-inch to 6-inch extension for torque wrench
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1/2-inch socket for strand clamp bolts and cover bolts
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1/4-inch flat-blade screwdriver
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#2 Phillips-head screwdriver
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Long-nose pliers
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1/2-inch deep-well socket for seizure connector
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True-RMS digital voltmeter (DVM)
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EXFO FOT 22AX optical power meter with adapters
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Optical connector cleaning supplies
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Optical connector microscope with appropriate adapters for your optical connectors
Node Fastener Torque Specifications
Be sure to follow these torque specifications when assembling/mounting the node.
Fastener |
Torque Specification |
Illustration |
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Housing closure bolts |
5 to 12 ft-lbs (6.8 to 16.3 Nm) |
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Test point port plugs Housing plugs |
5 to 8 ft-lbs (6.8 to 10.8 Nm) |
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Strand clamp mounting bracket bolts |
5 to 8 ft-lbs (6.8 to 10.8 Nm) |
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Pedestal mounting bolts |
8 to 10 ft-lbs (10.8 to 13.6 Nm) |
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Module securing screws (Tx, Rx, PS, and SM/LCM modules) |
25 to 30 in-lbs (2.8 to 3.4 Nm) |
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RF Amplifier assembly shoulder screws (cross head screw) |
18 to 20 in-lbs (2.0 to 2.3 Nm) |
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Seizure nut |
2 to 5 ft-lbs (2.7 to 6.8 Nm) |
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RF cable connector |
Per manufacturer instructions |
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Fiber optic cable connector |
20 to 25 ft-lbs (27.1 to 33.9 Nm) |
Note |
The typical insertion force required for RF connectors and RF terminators is 20-30 lbsf. However, in some field situations the required insertion force can be higher. RF Connector/Terminators used should be able to withstand at least 80 pounds of insertion force without damage to the center pin. |