Chapter 2. Outdoor Installations
Vol. III-2-20 Alcatel-Lucent
Coaxial Cable Installation Requirements
Table 2-2. Installation Requirements for Coaxial Cables Summary
Task Required considerations Explanation
Installing
connectors
Crimped connectors Always use the crimp tool designed for the crimped
connectors/cable being used. A recommended crimp tool
for the connectors used with the ET 390998 cable is
available from Alcatel-Lucent.
When removing the jacket
- all coaxial cable
Take great care when removing the jacket to keep the outer
conductor intact. A scored outer conductor will weaken the
cable and, for a solid outer cable, can cause the outer
conductor to break or crack when subsequently bent.
When removing the jacket
-solid outer conductor cable
Always use the cut-off and strip tool specifically designed
for the cable being used.
Fastening Type N connectors Tighten Type N connectors (male to female) by hand only.
Weatherproofing All outdoor connections must be made weatherproof. Refer
to Weatherproofing on page 2-38.
Planning the route
Protection for the cable The route chosen must provide physical protection for the
cable (protection against accidental damage).
Keep access to tower and
services clear
The cable must be positioned so that there is unimpeded
access to the tower and to services on the tower.
Ease of running and fastening Use a route which minimizes potential for damage to the
cable jacket and avoids excessive cable re-bending.
Installing the cable
Cable jacket Keep cable clear of sharp edges
Cable support Rod support kits or similar must be used across unsupported
sections of the cable run so that the cable cannot flex in the
wind.
Bend radius Ensure the minimum bend radius for the cable is not
exceeded.
Cable ties Use one UV-resistant cable tie (from the ODU cable kit)
every 1m (3 ft) or less, of cable.
Cable grounding Ensure the cable is grounded in accordance with the
instructions provided in Cable Grounding on page 2-21.
Ice-fall protection Ensure adequate physical protection for the cable where
ice-fall from towers can occur.
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