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- Page 1 FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual ______________________________________________________ Manual 018956 REV A- July 2017...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Pre-Terminated Pushable LC Drops Terminating Fiber Connector Cleaning SC Pushable Connector Simplex LC Pushable Connector Duplex LC Pushable Connector Fiber Polarity Switch Preparing FieldShield Pushable Fiber for Splice-On Connectors CraftSmart Splice-On Connectors Drop Cable Options Standard Warranty Proprietary Notice Technical Support Direct: 763.476.6866 •... -
Page 3: When To Push, Pull, Or Both
FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ When to push, pull, or both? Every situation is different, but as a general rule, it is typically easier to install fiber using a push and pull combination, rather than pushing or pulling by itself. -
Page 4: Fiber Installation
FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Fiber Installation Whether pre-connectorized or not, here are a couple quick tips to use when installing pushable fiber into the microduct. These techniques have been used to install single fiber, connectorized fiber and multi-fiber assemblies at distances in excess of 500 feet. -
Page 5: Attaching Pull String To Fiber
Attaching Pull String to Fiber FieldShield Microduct comes preinstalled with a nylon pull string that can handle pull strengths up to 50 lbs. When attaching the pull string, never tie the pull string directly to the fiber or connector. This will cause damage to or pull the connector off. -
Page 6: Pre-Terminated Pushable Lc Drops
FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Pre-Terminated Pushable LC Drops The second method uses a crimped pulling eye that was attached to the assembly during factory termination. Installation Procedure Step 1: Access the pulling eye by sliding the connector’s protective sheath approximately 1”... -
Page 7: Connector Cleaning
Figure 1 These are Clearfield recommended products/application. Use the product you feel will complete your cleaning procedures. Create a “best practice” for your company and follow those procedures. - Page 8 FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ • CLEAN THE FERRULE…Lightly moisten the fiber optic swab (2.5mm/38542F or 1.25mm/38040) by spotting a small amount (about 1”) of Electro-Wash PX or Electro-Wash MX pen onto the QBE-2. Hold the swab, 1 side down to the wetted area and hold for a count of 1-2-3-4-5.
- Page 9 FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Cleaning an MPO/MTP Connector Female Connector • Place one wiping paper on QbE-2 FiberSafe™ Cleaning Platen and apply small amount of precision cleaner (about 1” in diameter) with Elec- tro-Wash MX pen on to one end of the wipe. Figure 1 •...
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Page 10: Sc Pushable Connector
FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ SC Pushable Connector Housing Assembly Step 1: Remove the white protective dust cap from the unassembled connector (Figure 1). Note: The SC Pushable Connector has a keyed locking feature that holds the inner housing to the connector and aligns the ferrule when the two are correctly mated. -
Page 11: Simplex Lc Pushable Connector
FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Simplex LC Pushable Connector Connector Housing Assembly Step 1: Remove protective dust cap and cut the pull string loop close to crimp (Figure 1). Figure 1 Step 2: A. Slide the inner clip over the fiber (Figure 2). -
Page 12: Duplex Lc Pushable Connector
FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Duplex LC Pushable Connector Connector Housing Assembly Step 1: Remove protective dust cap and cut the pull string loop close to crimp (Figure 1). Figure 1 Step 2: A. Slide inner clips on the same colored fiber and over the springs (Figure 2). -
Page 13: Fiber Polarity Switch
Figure 2 Step 3: Choose either a straight through or reversed polarity configuration and assemble the colored fibers as shown. Note: All pre-assembled Clearfield Dual LC connectors are factory configured as straight through. Straight Through Reversed Step 4: Snap body cover onto lower half (Figure 3). -
Page 14: Preparing Fieldshield Pushable Fiber For Splice-On Connectors
FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Preparing FieldShield Pushable Fiber for Splice-On Connectors 1-Fiber 250um FieldShield Cable Recommended Tools / Parts List • 1/8 Inch Adhesive Lined Heatshrink • Isopropyl Alcohol /Cleaning Wipes • 900um Furcation Tubing • Heat Source (Hot Air Gun/Blow Torch) •... - Page 15 900um tubing into the 3mm cable. Figure 5 Step 6: Cut a 1” piece of 1/8” adhesive lined heatshrink (available from Clearfield), fold the Kevlar strength members back over the outside of the cable. Slide the heatshrink over the fiber and on to the outside of the 3mm cable holding back the Kevlar (Figure 6).
- Page 16 FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Step 8: Slide the 900um tubing over the 250um fiber inserting the 900um tube into the FieldShield 3mm cable (Figure 8). Figure 8 Step 9: Stop inserting the 900um tubing keeping the 6 inch mark approximately 1 inch from going into the 3mm cable as seen in (Figure 9).
- Page 17 Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ 2, 6, and 12-Fiber 250um FieldShield Cable These instructions detail the installation of 2, 6, and 12 fiber 900um furcation upjacketing kits. Each kit breaks out 250um fibers from a multifiber loose tube into individual 900um buffer tubes. The fiber can then be terminated using the 900um CraftSmart Splice-On Connector installation instructions.
- Page 18 FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Step 12: Place the buffer tube in the bottom of the furcation kit. Using pliers, press the tabs of the crimping fixture to hold the loose tube. Note: Crimp only enough to start to deform the tube. Twist and pull the terminal body to check if the crimp is secure.
- Page 19 FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Step 20: Place the terminal assembly into the bottom of the terminal body. Align the top cover and snap into place (Figure 5). Figure 5 Step 21: Remove the tape from the loose tube and repeat this procedure for the remaining loose tubes.
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Page 20: Craftsmart Splice-On Connectors
FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ CraftSmart Splice-On Connectors Safety Precautions • Please read and follow all fusion splicer manufacturer recommended procedures concerning splicing operation and precautions. • Safety glasses should be worn when handling cleaved fibers. Cleaved fibers are sharp and can pierce eyes, skin or clothing. - Page 21 FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Step 4: Remove Install the dust cap with the handle on to the ferrule (Figure 2). Figure 2 Step 5: Carefully remove the fiber protection cover from the back side of the connector (Figure 3).
- Page 22 FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Step 11: Place the fiber in the splice holder. Step 12: Clean bare fiber with clean wipe and alcohol. Step 13: Cleave the bare fiber to 10mm. If the cleave length is too long it will not be protected in the Splice Protection Sleeve.
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Page 23: Drop Cable Options
FieldShield & FieldShield Flexdrop Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Drop Cable Options Product Cable FieldShield Jacket Can be Best Temperature Name Jacket Connector Color stapled Application FieldShield FLATdrop For use when fast installation Outdoor -40° to 176°F Black and low up-front cost is most desired feature. -
Page 24: Standard Warranty
Clearfield shall repair or replace the defective Product at its sole option and discretion, and return the repaired or replacement Product to Custom- er’s site, freight prepaid. Note: If the Product is not found to be defective at Clearfield, the product will be returned to the Customer and the customer billed for freight in both directions. -
Page 25: Proprietary Notice
Proprietary Notice About FieldShield Product Line Application Information contained in this document is copyrighted by Clearfield, Inc. and may not be duplicated in full or part by any person without prior written approval of Clearfield, Inc. Its purpose is to provide the user with adequately detailed documentation to efficiently install the equipment supplied. Every effort has been made to keep the information contained in this document current and accurate as of the date of publication or revision.
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