Juniper ACX500 Hardware Manual page 103

• All bare grounding connection points to the ACX500 router must be cleaned and coated with
an antioxidant solution before grounding the router.
• All surfaces on the ACX500 router that are unplated must be brought to a bright finish and
treated with an antioxidant solution before connecting the router.
• All nonconductive surfaces on the ACX500 must be removed from all threads and connection
points to ensure electrical continuity.
• All AC-powered and DC-powered ACX500 routers must be grounded.
Grounding Cable Lug Specifications
The grounding cable lug is used to secure the grounding cable to the grounding points on the ACX
Series router chassis. The grounding cable lug attaches to the grounding cable (see
94) and is secured to the router by two SAE 10–32 screws of length between 0.25 in. and 0.5 in. The
grounding cable lug and screws are not supplied with the router.
Use grounding lug, Panduit LCD6-10A-L or equivalent for the ACX500 indoor router, and Panduit
LCCF6-14A-L for the ACX500 outdoor router (not provided).
Figure 29: Grounding Cable Lug
CAUTION: Before router installation begins, a licensed electrician must attach a cable
lug to the grounding and power cables that you supply. A cable with an incorrectly
attached lug can damage the router.
Grounding Cable Specifications
You must provide one grounding cable that meets the following specifications: 6-AWG (13.3 mm
minimum 90°C wire, or as required by the local code.
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