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11.2 Fiber Optic Cable Assembly
The Fiber Optic cable connected to the Client uses a rugged LC connector protected by an Industrial
Circular plug assembly that protects the connector from weather elements. The Fiber optic Plug Kit
(Tyco Electronics # 1828618-1), is shown in Figure 11-1. The sealed circular LC connector accepts
tactical cable, with a 4.5mm – 7.5mm outside diameter and a pair of 2.0mm jacketed subunits. When
engaged, the connectors are held together by a locking mechanism (coupling ring and bayonet lock),
which prevents accidental disconnection. The engaged connectors are sealed by the interfacial seal.
Figure 11-6: Tyco/Electronics LC Fiber Optic Connector Plug Kit (1828618-1)
11.2.1 Tools Required
The following tools are required to fabricate LC series Fiber Optic connectors:
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Tyco Electronics PRO–CRIMPER 58532–2;
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Tyco Electronics Die Set 58424–1;
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19mm wrench;
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19mm torque wrench (N–m or in–lbs);
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Strip Template 39–635829–7;
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Cable stripping tool;
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Sharp Scissors;
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Tyco Electronics instruction sheet 408–8675 and fiber optic connector termination tooling.
11.2.2 Fiber Optic Connector Assembly Procedure
These procedures are provided as a reference and are superseded by any instructions provided with the
connector. Perform the following to assemble a LC series (Tyco Electronics # 1828618-1) Fiber Optic
connector:
1.
Slide the plug assembly over the fiber jacket.
2.
Using a pen, mark the outer jacket at 60mm from the end (breakout length).
3.
Working in sections, slit and remove the outer jacket to the breakout mark.