Juniper MX480 - MX480 Router Grounding Cable Specifications; Figure 45: Grounding Cable Lug; Table 71: Grounding Cable Specifications

Figure 45: Grounding Cable Lug
Crimp area
6 AWG conductor
All measurements in inches
0.28
diameter
each hole
2.25
0.25 0.370.625
g001188
0.55
End view
0.08
CAUTION: Beforerouterinstallation 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.
NOTE: The same cable lug is used for the DC power cables.
MX480 Router Grounding Cable Specifications
The grounding cable that you providemust meet the specifications in Table 71 on page 129.
Table 71: Grounding Cable Specifications
Quantity and SpecificationCable Type
One 6-AWG (13.3 mm
2
), minimum 60°C wire, or as required by the local codeGrounding
WARNING: The router is pluggable type A equipment installed in a
restricted-access location. It has a separate protective earthing terminal
(sized for UNC 1/4-20 ground lugs) provided on the chassis in addition to the
grounding pin of the power supply cord. This separate protective earthing
terminal must be permanently connected to earth.
Related
Documentation
• Tools and Parts Required for MX480 Router Grounding and Power Connections on
page 217
• Grounding the MX480 Router on page 218
• Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage to an MX480 Router on page 484
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