Grounding Cable Lug Specifications; Grounding Cable Specifications; Figure 23: Grounding Points On Mx5, Mx10, Mx40, And Mx80 Routers; Figure 24: Grounding Cable Lug - Juniper MX5 Hardware Manual

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Two threaded holes are provided on the upper rear of the chassis for connecting the
router to earth ground. The grounding points fit SAE 10-32 screws (American). The
grounding points are spaced at 0.625-in. (15.86-mm) centers.
NOTE: Additional grounding is provided to an AC-powered router when you
plug its power supplies into grounded AC power receptacles.

Figure 23: Grounding Points on MX5, MX10, MX40, and MX80 Routers

Grounding Cable Lug Specifications

The accessory box shipped with the router includes one cable lug that attaches to the
grounding cable (see Figure 24 on page
the grounding cable to the grounding points.

Figure 24: Grounding Cable Lug

1.69
End view
0.2
0.38
dia.
0.06 0.625
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
2
(13.3 mm ), minimum 60° C wire, or as required by the local code.
Tools and Parts Required for MX5, MX10, MX40, and MX80 Router Grounding and
Power Connections on page 83
Chapter 2: Site Planning, Preparation, and Specifications
Protective
earthing terminal
(grounding points)
63) and two SAE 10–32 screws used to secure
6 AWG conductor
All measurements in inches
63