Volume 4, Issue 8

How to implement centralized cabling sytems

Aug. 1, 1996

Q: At the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Network Group, we are considering upgrading our existing 10Base-5 building backbones with a 10Base-T collapsed-backbone topology...

Connectivity

Reshaping flat-tipped ferrules

Aug. 1, 1996

After reading "Sandia installation uncovers fiber issues" (see Industry Spotlight, June 1996, page 71), we would like to clarify a misinterpretation pertaining to hand-polishing...

Cabling Installation

Use wide-base "J" hooks to support Category 5 cable

Aug. 1, 1996

When Category 5 cable is pulled, it requires special handling and must be supported more than the less-sensitive voice-grade cable used in traditional cable pulls. Specifically...

Fiber

Prevent damage to fiber when pulling cable

Aug. 1, 1996

The basic approach to pulling fiber-optic cable and copper cable is similar; however, optical fiber has a few idiosyncrasies. The glass fiber within the cable is fragile and, ...

Connectivity

Protect exposed fiber strands

Aug. 1, 1996

Q: We had a contractor run one four-strand fiber backbone to every classroom in an elementary school. Two strands are "dark" for now, and the other two are connected to a "dumb...

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Connectivity

Interconnection system brochure

Aug. 1, 1996

The All-LAN interconnection system brochure includes product applications, features, benefits and a summary of the All-LAN technology. Each component of the system is shown, along...

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Digital multimeter

Aug. 1, 1996

The LS33 stick-style digital multimeter measures up to 600V AC and 200V DC. This meter stores measurements in two ways: the hold button freezes the display, and the max button...

Fiber

Grabber markers

Aug. 1, 1996

Grabber markers that identify cables come partially unrolled and snap around innerduct, conduit or fiber-optic cable. The tight mechanical grip of the markers enables them to ...

Testing

Cable-tracing devices can help find that missing link

Aug. 1, 1996

Although various types of cable-tracing devices are available, this product update focuses on the basic devices used for locating copper cables inside a building: the tone generator...

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RJ-45 cable terminator

Aug. 1, 1996

The TM-1 high-speed desktop machine terminates RJ-45 cables. This 21-lb. machine has a 4-inch metal carrying handle for portability and plugs into regular 115V AC wall outlets...

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Wall-mounted panel

Aug. 1, 1996

The Lanlinxs II wall-mounted panel for outside-plant, riser and building cable applications is suitable for applications where space is limited. The unit`s double doors allow ...