SECTION 27 1000
INSIDE PLANT CABLE AND EQUIPMENT
PART 1 – GENERAL
UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE, "CONTRACTOR" REFERS TO THE TELECOMMUNICATION
CONTRACTOR.
1.01 SCOPE
A.
This section describes the products and execution requirements related to furnishing and
installing Category 6 Telecommunications Cabling and Termination Components and related
subsystems as part of a Structured Cabling System in several building on the Lincoln University
Campus.
B.
Rack, basket tray and horizontal (station) cabling is covered under this document.
C.
The contractor shall not disturb the existing cabling infrastructure unless specifically directed to
do so by project drawings or by Lincoln University.
D.
Others will provide the network electronics for the LAN within the MDFs and IDFs and will be
responsible for connecting the new cabling infrastructure to the LAN. The Contractor shall be
available on site during the crossover to assist with any cabling issues that may occur during the
transition.
E.
This Contractor is responsible for installing all necessary conduits and surface raceway for new
technology outlet locations.
F.
This Contractor is responsible for providing and installing all sleeves through the wall
penetrations.
G.
All cables and related termination, support, and grounding hardware shall be furnished,
installed, wired, tested, labeled, and documented by the Contractor, as detailed in the following
section(s).
H.
All cables and related termination, support, and grounding hardware shall be furnished,
installed, wired, tested, labeled, and documented by the Contractor, as detailed in the following
section(s).
1.02 RELATED WORK
A.
All work and materials shall conform in every detail to the rules and requirements of the National
Fire Protection Association, the National Electrical Code, and present manufacturing standards.
B.
All materials shall be listed by UL and shall bear the UL label. If UL has no published standards
for a particular item, then other national independent testing standards shall apply and such
items shall bear those labels. Where UL has an applicable system listing and label, the entire
system shall be so labeled.
C.
Other applicable standards are as follows:
1. ANSI/IEEE C2 – National Electrical Safety Code
2. NFPA 70-1996/1999 – National Electrical Code
3. TIA/EIA 568-B-1, 2, 3 Standards
4. IEEE/ANSI 142-1982 – Recommended Practice for Grounding of Industrial and
Commercial Power Systems
5. ASTM B633 – Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on Iron and Steel
6. ASTM A653 – Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot Dip
Process
7. ASTM A123 – Specification for Zinc (Hot Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel
8. ASTM A510 – Specification for General Requirements for Wire Rods and Coarse Round
Wire, Carbon Steel
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1.03 SUBMITTALS
A.
Submit five (5) sets of shop drawings for all materials proposed. Two (2) of these sets will be
returned to the Contractor. Submittals shall be sent to Lincoln University OIT for review and
approval.
1. Detail Drawings: Detail drawings include a complete list of equipment and material. Detail
drawings shall contain complete wiring and schematic diagrams and other details required
to demonstrate that the system has been coordinated and will function properly as a
system. Drawings shall include equipment rack details, elevation drawings of
telecommunications closet walls, and outlet faceplate details for all outlet configurations,
sizes, and types of all cables. Drawings shall show proposed layout and anchorage of
equipment and appurtenances, as well as equipment relationship to other parts of the
work, including clearance for maintenance and operation.
2. Manufacturer’s Recommendations
a. Where installation procedures or any part thereof are required to be in accordance
with the recommendations of the manufacturer of the material being installed, printed
copies of these recommendations shall be provided prior to installation. Installation of
the item will not be allowed to proceed until the recommendations are received and
approved.
1.04 RECORD DRAWING AND DOCUMENTATION
A.
Upon completion of the installation, the contractor shall provide three (3) full documentation sets
to Lincoln University OIT for approval. Documentation shall include the items detailed in the
subsections below.
B.
Documentation shall be submitted within five (5) working days of the completion of each testing
phase (subsystem, cable type, area, floor, etc.). This is inclusive of all test results and draft
as-built drawings. Draft drawings may include annotations done by hand. Machine generated
(final) copies of all drawings shall be submitted within twenty (20) working days of the
completion of each testing phase.
C.
The Contractor shall provide copies of the original test results.
D.
All documentation, including hard copy and electronic forms, shall become the property of
Lincoln University OIT.
E.
Lincoln University OIT may request that a 10% random field re-test be conducted on the cable
system—at no additional cost—to verify documented findings.
F.
Tests shall be a repeat of those defined above and under Testing and Acceptance. If findings
contradict the documentation submitted by the Contractor, additional testing can be requested
to the extent determined necessary by Lincoln University OIT, including a 100% re-test. This
re-test shall be at no additional cost to Lincoln University.
1.05 TEST DATA – COPPER MEDIA
A.
The test result records saved by the tester shall be transferred into a Windows-based database
utility that allows for the maintenance, inspection, and archiving of these test records. A
guarantee shall be made that these results are transferred to the PC unaltered, i.e., “as saved in
the tester” at the end of each test. Comma separated value (CSV) format is not acceptable.
B.
The database for the completed job – including twisted-pair copper cabling links, if applicable
–shall be stored and delivered on CD-ROM. This CD-ROM shall include the software tools
required to view, inspect, and print any selection of test reports.
C.
A paper copy of the test results shall be provided that lists all the links that have been tested
with the following summary information:
1. The identification of the link in accordance with the naming convention defined in the
overall system documentation.
2. The overall Pass/Fail evaluation of the copper channel-under-test, including the NEXT
worst-case margin (margin is defined as the difference between the measured value and
the test limit value).
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3.
4.
The overall Pass/Fail evaluation of the fiber link-under-test, including the Attenuation
worst-case margin (margin is defined as the difference between the measured value and
the test limit value).
The date and time the test results were saved in the memory of the tester.
1.06 STATEMENTS
A.
Ten (10) days prior to the proposed test date, Contractor shall provide a test plan defining the
tests required, ensuring that the system meets Owner operational and performance
specifications. The test plan shall be approved before the start of any testing. The test plan shall
identify the capabilities and functions to be tested, and must include detailed instructions for the
setup and execution of each test and procedures for evaluation and documentation of the
results.
1.07 CERTIFICATES
A.
Premises Distribution System: Written certification that the premises distribution system
complies with the EIA ANSI/TIA/EIA-568B-1, 2, 3, EIA ANSI/TIA/EIA-569A, and EIA
ANSI/TIA/EIA-606.
B.
Materials and Equipment: Where materials or equipment are specified to conform, be
constructed, or be tested to meet specific requirements, certification that the items provided
conform to such requirements. Certification by a nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL)
that a representative sample has been tested to meet the requirements, or a published catalog
specification statement to the effect that the item meets the referenced standard, will be
acceptable as evidence that the item conforms. Compliance with these requirements does not
relieve the Contractor from compliance with other requirements of the specifications.
C.
Installers
1. The Contractor shall have an RCDD (Register Communication Distribution Designer) on
staff assigned to manage this project; documented proof of having an RCDD on staff shall
accompany the proposal response.
2. All installing personnel shall have completed certified manufacturer training or BICSI
(Building Industry Consulting Service International) installation training for UTP
infrastructure systems, or the Contractor shall contract with manufacturer for installation of
all proposed components. Company Certifications shall accompany the proposal
response.
3. The Contractor shall submit certification that all the installers are factory certified to install
and test the provided products. No less than half of the crew to be used for the
telecommunications installation shall be trained by that manufacturer for the work.
1.08 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.
Vendor will be responsible for all materials until completion of project.
B.
Cable shall be stored according to manufacturer’s recommendations at minimum. In addition,
cable must be stored in a location protected from vandalism and weather.
C.
If cable is stored outside, it shall be covered with opaque plastic or canvas with provision for
ventilation to prevent condensation and for protection from weather. If air temperature at cable
storage location will be below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, the cable shall be moved to a heated
(minimum 50 degrees Fahrenheit) location. If necessary, cable shall be stored off site at the
contractor’s expense.
D.
If the contractor proposes to have a trailer on site for storage of materials, arrangements shall
be made with Lincoln University OIT.
E.
Commercial off-the-shelf manuals shall be furnished for operation, installation, configuration,
and maintenance for all products provided as a part of the premises distribution system.
Specification sheets for all cable, connectors, and other equipment shall be provided.
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1.09 WARRANTY
A.
The Contractor shall guarantee all materials, equipment, etc., for one year from date of
Substantial Completion of this work. This guarantee shall include all labor, materials, and travel
time.
1.10 CODE REQUIREMENTS
A.
ANSI/IEEE C2 National Electrical Safety Code
B.
NFPA 70-1990 National Electrical Code 4
C.
EIA/TIA Standards
PART TWO – PRODUCTS
2.01 HORIZONTAL COPPER CABLES
A.
All cables and equipment shall be furnished, tested, installed and wired by the Contractor.
1. All horizontal data cables shall terminate on modular patch panels in the
telecommunications closet as specified on the drawings.
2. This specification defines the requirements for commercially available high performance
Category 6 cable.
3. This cable shall be suitable for installation free-air, in building risers, in conduit, and/or in
cable tray and shall carry CMP rating.
4. The cable design described herein shall exceed transmission performance of Category 6
cables.
5. Cables shall be Underwriters Laboratory (UL) listed, comply with Article 800
(Communications Circuits) of the National Electrical Code, and meet the specifications of
NEMA (low loss), UL 444, and ICEA. Conductor shall also conform to the requirements for
solid annealed copper wire in accordance with ASTM B 3.
6. All cables, termination components, and support hardware shall be furnished, tested,
installed, and wired by the Contractor.
7. The contractor shall use blue cable for data and white cable for voice.
B.
IMPORTANT: Cable and termination components (jack, patch panel, wiring blocks) are
specified to function as a system. The compatibility of the cable to be installed with the
proposed termination components shall be recognized and documented by the termination
component manufacturer.
C.
Category 6 cables shall be Berk-Tek Lanmark 1000, General CommandLinx, or approved equal
by Mohawk.
2.02 INFORMATION OUTLET
A.
General
1. Station cables shall each be terminated at their designated workstation location in the
connector types described in the subsections below. Included are modular jacks and
faceplates. The combined assembly is referred to as the Standard Information Outlet
(SIO). These connector assemblies shall snap into a mounting frame.
2. The telecommunications outlet frame shall accommodate or incorporate the following:
a. A minimum of four (4) modular jacks, when installed on a wall-mounted assembly.
b. A mechanism for adjusting the surface plate to a plumb position.
3. Multiple jacks are identified in close proximity on the drawings. The Contractor shall be
responsible for determining the optimum compliant configuration based on the products
proposed.
4. The same orientation and positioning of jacks and connectors shall be utilized throughout
the installation. Prior to installation, the Contractor shall submit the proposed configuration
for each SIO type for review by Lincoln University OIT.
B.
Outlet Faceplates
1. Faceplates shall be plastic and incorporate recessed designation strips at the top and
bottom of the frame for identifying labels. Designation strips shall be fitted with clear plastic
covers.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
C.
Any unused jack positions shall be fitted with a removable blank inserted into the opening.
Modular jacks shall have capability to incorporate a dust cover that fits over and/or into the
jack opening. The dust cover shall be designed to remain with the jack assembly when the
jack is in use. No damage to the jack pinning shall result from insertion or removal of these
covers. Dust covers that result in deformation of the jack pinning shall not be accepted.
All standard information outlets and the associated jacks shall be of the same
manufacturer throughout each building.
Faceplates shall be manufactured by Ortronics or Panduit.
Surface Mount Interface Box
1. Low profile, surface mount boxes shall incorporate recessed designation strips at the top
for identifying labels. Designation strips shall be fitted with clear plastic covers.
2. The box shall feature built-in cable management for both fiber and copper applications.
3. Any unused jack positions shall be fitted with a removable blank inserted into the opening.
4. Modular jacks shall have capability to incorporate spring-loaded shutter door for added
protection from dust and other airborne contaminants. The dust cover shall be designed to
remain with the jack assembly when the jack is in use.
5. The box shall have the capability to incorporate optional magnets that can be internally
mounted.
6. Surface mount box shall be manufactured by Ortronics or Panduit.
2.03 MODULAR JACK
A.
Data jacks shall be non-keyed 8-pin modular jacks.
B.
Termination components shall be designed to maintain the cable’s pair twists as closely as
possible to the point of mechanical termination.
C.
Jacks shall utilize a four-layer printed circuit board to control NEXT.
D.
Jack housings shall fully encase and protect printed circuit boards and IDC fields.
E.
Modular jack contacts shall accept 2500 plug insertions.
F.
Modular jack contacts shall be formed flat for increased surface contact with mated plugs.
These contacts shall be arranged on the PC board in two staggered arrays of four to maximize
contact spacing and minimize crosstalk.
G.
Modular jack contacts shall be constructed of Beryllium copper for maximum spring force and
resilience.
H.
Contact Plating shall be a minimum of 50 micro inches of gold in the contact area over 50
micro-inch of nickel, compliant with FCC part 68.5.
I.
Jack termination shall be110 IDC, integral to the jack housing, laid out in two arrays of four
contacts.
J.
Jacks shall utilize a paired punch down sequence. Cable pairs shall be maintained up to the
IDC, terminating all conductors adjacent to its pair mate to better maintain pair characteristics
designed by the cable manufacturer.
K.
Jacks shall utilize tin lead plated (60% tin/40%lead) phosphor bronze 110 insulation
displacement contacts.
L.
Jacks shall terminate 22-26 AWG stranded or solid conductors.
M. Jacks shall terminate insulated conductors with outside diameters up to .050”.
N.
Jacks shall be compatible with single conductor 110 impact termination tools.
O.
Jacks shall include translucent wire retention stuffer caps to hold terminated wires in place while
allowing to conductors to be viewed in the IDC housing. Stuffer caps may also be used for wire
termination with parallel jaw pliers.
P.
Jacks shall be compatible with EIA/TIA 606 color code labeling and accept snap on icons for
identification or designation of applications.
Q.
Data jacks shall be ORANGE in color.
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R.
Voice jacks shall be BLUE in color.
S.
Jacks shall be terminated and marked as T568B wiring.
T.
Category 6 jacks shall be manufactured by Ortronics or Panduit.
2.04 FIBER OPTIC CONNECTORS
A.
The optical connector shall be SC-type (bayonet mount) for Single-Mode fiber and ST-type for
fiber.
B.
The connector ferrule shall be ceramic or glass-in-ceramic. The optical fiber within the
connector ferrule shall be secured with an adhesive.
C.
The attenuation per mated pair shall not exceed 0.35 dB (individual) and 0.2 dB (average).
Connectors shall sustain a minimum of 200 mating cycles per EIA/TIA-455-21 without violating
specifications.
D.
The connector shall meet the following performance criteria:
1. Test Procedure
Max. Attenuation Change
2. Cable Retention (FOTP-6)
0.2 dB
3. Durability (FOTP-21)
0.2 dB
4. Impact (FOTP-2)
0.2 dB
5. Thermal Shock (FOTP-3)
0.2 dB
6. Humidity (FOTP-5)
0.2 dB
2.05 CABLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
A.
The cable management system shall be used to provide a neat and efficient means for routing
and protecting fiber and copper cables and patch cords on telecommunication racks and
enclosures. The system shall be a complete cable management system comprising enclosed,
lockable floor mount racks and vertical and horizontal cable managers to manage cables on
both the front and rear of the rack. The system shall protect network investment by maintaining
system performance, controlling cable bend radius, and providing cable strain relief.
B.
MDF Enclosed, Lockable Racks
1. Unless otherwise noted on the project drawings, at the MDF room the Contractor shall
provide and install enclosed, lockable equipment racks to house cable termination
components (e.g., copper data and fiber optic) and network electronics (by others). Prior to
installation, the Contractor shall coordinate exact placement with LU OIT.
2. The rack shall conform to the following requirements:
a. Rack shall be 84" in height and shall be self-supporting.
b. Channel uprights shall be spaced to accommodate industry standard 19" mounting
and have pass-through holes with smooth edges to protect cables.
c. Rack must be constructed of aluminum.
d. Rack shall be double side drilled and tapped to accept 12-24 screws. Uprights shall
also be drilled on back to accept cable brackets, clamps, power strip(s), etc. Hole
pattern on rack front shall be per EIA/TIA specifications (5/8"-5/8"-1/2"). Hole pattern
on the rear shall be at 3" intervals to accept cable brackets.
e. Rack should be supplied with at least 24 spare screws.
f.
Rack should be supplied with a ground bar and #6 AWG ground lug.
g. Equipment rack shall be Homaco 19-84-T2SD-FT*B.
C.
Vertical Cable Management
1. At the telecommunication rooms, vertical cable management shall be furnished and
installed to adjacent racks to organize cables on front and rear of telecommunication
racks.
2. Vertical cable managers shall include components that aid in routing, managing, and
organizing cable to and from equipment. Panels shall protect network equipment by
controlling cable bend radius and providing cable strain relief. Panels shall be a universal
design mounting to EIA 19" or 23" racks.
3. Vertical cable management system shall feature the following:
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a.
4.
Open cabling section on the rear that provides easy access and routes cable bundles
feeding into the back of patch panels and 1 RMU cable guide on the front designed
for fanning and managing patch cords.
b. Edge-protected pass-through ports designed for easy routing of cable from front
channel to back.
c. Vertical slots along the center separator to allow securing cable bundles neatly with
management straps.
d. Door/cover (front only) that is easily opened from the right or left and still easily
removed to allow for quick moves, adds, and changes.
e. Movable wire retainers to retain the cables during cover removal.
Vertical cable management shall be CPI part # 30162-703.
2.06 HORIZONTAL CABLE MANAGEMENT
A.
Horizontal cable managers shall include components that aid in routing, managing, and
organizing cable to and from equipment. Panels shall protect network equipment by controlling
cable bend radius and providing cable strain relief. Panels shall be a universal design mounting
to EIA 19" racks and constructed of steel bases with PVC duct attached. The duct fingers shall
include retaining tabs to retain the cables in place during cover removal. The covers shall be
able to hinge from either side yet still be easily removed to allow for quick moves, additions and
changes.
B.
The cable managers shall be provided with movable wire retainers to retain the cables during
cover removal and #12-24 mounting screws. An integral strain relief bracket shall be provided
on either end of the duct to allow for easy cover placement.
C.
Horizontal cable managers shall be placed above and below each patch panel. The Contractor
shall also supply eight (8) additional managers for network electronics (electronics provided by
others).
D.
Horizontal cable management shall be Chatsworth part # 30130-719.
2.07 FIRE STOPPING MATERIALS
A.
All penetrations of firewalls shall be approved by the General Contractor before any
penetrations are made. Should the Contractor find it necessary to penetrate any walls extending
to the slab, it will be the responsibility of that Contractor to provide satisfactory sleeving and fire
caulking both inside and outside of that sleeving.
B.
The Contractor is responsible for adhering to the following standards:
1. Conduit penetrations through fire-rated or smoke walls: Completely seal around the
conduit penetration with Hilti FS 601 fire-rated sealant Tremco or 3M or approved equal.
2. Conduit sleeves through fire-rated or smoke wall: Completely seal around the conduit
penetration with Hilti FS 601 fire-rated sealant Tremco or 3M or approved equal.
Completely seal inner opening of the conduit sleeve with fire wool packing and Hilti FS
611A intumescent firestop sealant.
3. Cable bundles through fire-rated or smoke walls (without sleeves): Completely seal
openings with Hilti FS 611A intumescent firestop sealant, Tremco or 3M or approved
equal.
C.
A submitted response to this specification assumes that all firestopping will be provided as
specified. The firestop manufacturer’s specifications and instructions shall be submitted with the
final documentation.
2.08 CABLE HOOK SYSTEMS
A.
In the areas where the cables are required to be run above accessible ceilings in a “free-air” air
handling plenum or in spaces having an exposed structure ceiling, a cable hook system shall be
used.
B.
Cable hooks shall be capable of supporting a minimum of 30 lbs with a safety factor of 3.
C.
Spring steel cable hooks shall be capable of supporting a minimum of 100 lbs with a safety
factor of 3 where extra strength is required.
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D.
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for allowable fill capacity for each size of cable hook.
E.
Installation and configuration shall conform to the requirements of the ANSI/ EIA/TIA Standards
568A & 569, NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), and applicable local codes.
F.
Cable hooks shall:
1. Have a flat bottom and provide a minimum of 1 5/8" cable bearing surface.
2. Have 90-degree radiused edges to prevent damage while installing cables.
3. Be designed so the mounting hardware is recessed to prevent cable damage.
4. Have a stainless steel cable latch retainer to provide containment of cables within the
hook.
5. Have a retainer that shall be removable and reusable.
6. Be factory assembled for direct attachment to walls, hanger rods, beam flanges, purlins,
strut, and floor posts, to meet construction conditions.
G.
Factory assembled, multi-tiered cable hooks shall be used where required to provide separate
cabling compartments, or where additional capacity is needed.
H.
Cable hooks for non-corrosive areas shall be pre-galvanized steel, ASTM A653 G90. Where
additional strength is required, cable hooks shall be spring steel with a zinc-plated finish, ASTM
B633, SC3.
I.
Cable hooks for corrosive areas shall be stainless steel, AISI type 304.
J.
Cable hooks shall be B-Line series BCH21, BCH32 or approved equivalent products by other
manufacturers that meet these specifications.
2.09 TWISTED PAIR TEST EQUIPMENT
A.
Test equipment used under this contract shall be from a manufacturer who has a minimum of
five years experience in producing field test equipment. Manufacturers must be ISO 9001
certified.
B.
All test tools of a given type shall be from the same manufacturer and have compatible
electronic results output. Test adapter cable shall be approved by the manufacturer of the test
equipment. Baseline accuracy of the test equipment must exceed TIA Level III, as indicated by
independent laboratory testing.
C.
Test equipment must:
1. Be capable of certifying Category 5, 5E, and 6 permanent links.
2. Have a dynamic range of at least 100dB to minimized measurement uncertainty.
3. Be capable of storing full frequency sweep data for all tests and printing color graphical
reports for all swept measurements.
4. Include S-band time domain diagnostics for NEXT and return loss.
5. Be capable of running individual NEXT, return loss, etc., measurements in addition to
AutoText.
6. Include a library of cable types, stored by major manufacturer.
7. Store at least 1000 Category 5e or 6 autotests in internal memory.
D.
The measurement reference plane of the test equipment shall start immediately at the output of
the test equipment interface connector. There shall not be a time domain dead zone of any
distance that excludes any part of the link from the measurements.
E.
The approved manufacturer of the test equipment is Fluke/Microtest.
PART THREE – EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A.
Verification of Conditions: Examine areas and conditions under which work is to be performed
and identify conditions detrimental to proper and timely completion.
B.
Verify cable lengths comply with published standards.
C.
Notify Owner of installation that would exceed maximum lengths prior to installation of cable.
D.
Contactor shall consult with Owner regarding alternative routing or location of cable.
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E.
Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.02 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
A.
Contractor shall furnish, install and connect all cables, connectors, and equipment as shown on
drawings and as specified above.
B.
It is the Contractor’s responsibility to survey the site and include all necessary costs to perform
the installation as specified. This includes any modifications required to route and conceal
horizontal distribution wiring.
C.
Beginning installation means contractor accepts all applicable terms and conditions.
D.
Contractor shall provide all required installation tools to facilitate cable pulling without damage to
the cable jacket. Such equipment is to include, but not be limited to, sheaves, winches, cable
reels, cable reel jacks, duct entrance tunnels, pulling tension gauge, and similar devices. All
equipment shall be of substantial construction to allow steady progress once pulling has begun.
Makeshift devices that may move or wear in a manner to pose a hazard to the cable shall not
be used.
E.
All cable shall be pulled by hand unless installation conditions require mechanical assistance.
Where mechanical assistance is used, care shall be taken to ensure that the maximum tensile
load for the cable as defined by the manufacturer is not exceeded. This may be in the form of
continuous monitoring of pulling tension, use of a “break-away,” or other approved method.
F.
Where unacceptable conditions are found, the Contractor shall bring this to the attention of the
construction supervisor immediately. A written resolution will follow to determine the appropriate
action to be taken.
G.
Qualified personnel utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and techniques shall provide all
installation work. During pulling operation, an adequate number of workers shall be present to
allow cable observation at all points of duct entry and exit as well as to feed cable and operate
pulling machinery.
H.
Cable pulling shall be done in accordance with cable manufacturer’s recommendations and
ANSI/IEEE C2 standards. Manufacturer’s recommendations shall be a part of the cable
submittal. Recommended pulling tensions and pulling bending radius shall not be exceeded.
Any cable bent or kinked to radius less than recommended dimension shall not be installed.
I.
All wiring shall be run “free-air,” in conduit, in a secured plastic raceway or in modular furniture
as designated on the drawings. All cable shall be free of tension at both ends. PLENUM rated
cable MUST be used in areas used for air handling plenums.
J.
Avoid abrasion and other damage to cables during installation.
K.
Pulling lubricant may be used to ease pulling tensions. Lubricant shall be of a type that is
non-injurious to the cable jacket and other materials used. Lubricant shall not harden or become
adhesive with age.
L.
The cable system shall be tested and documented upon completion of the installation as
defined in the section below.
M. A pull cord (nylon; 1/8” minimum) shall be co-installed with all cable installed in any conduit.
Should it be found by Lincoln University OIT that the materials or any portion thereof furnished
and installed under this contract fail to comply with the specifications and drawings with the
respect or regard to the quality, amount of value of materials, appliances, or labor used in the
work, it shall be rejected, removed, and replaced by the Contractor and all work distributed by
changes necessitated in consequence of said defects or imperfections shall be corrected at the
Contractor’s expense.
3.03 CABLE SUPPORT
A.
J-hooks fabricated to contain data/voice and video cables may be used to support 25 or fewer
cables in each hook. J-hooks are to be fastened to building steel with beam clamps, suspended
from ceiling slab with threaded rod, or anchored to the wall. All J-hooks are to be hung straight
and level. No other installation technique will be authorized unless pre-approved.
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B.
Three tiered double-sided J-hook configurations shall contain a maximum of 25 cables per hook
or 150 cables. Smaller configurations may be used as bundles decrease in size, maintaining no
more than 25 cables per hook.
C.
Bundles surpassing 150 cables must be supported by hangers, fabricated of 3/8” threaded rod
and 24” Unistrut. Hangers must also be installed where the installation of a three-tiered J-hook
system is not appropriate for the ceiling space, or where blocked by other trades’ work.
D.
Cable bundles consisting of fewer than 10 cables may be supported by bridle rings or D-rings.
E.
All cable support in the main cable path shall be installed every four feet. Small cable bundles
(under 25) not in the main path shall be supported every five feet.
F.
A sag shall be maintained between supports of 6”, to reduce cable strain.
G.
Tywraps are appropriate methods of securing cables, when properly used and not over
tightened. Over tight Tywraps dent and pinch the cable jackets and shall not be allowed.
Tywraps installed in air handling plenums shall be plenum rated.
H.
Proper cable support is extremely important to Lincoln University OIT, and care shall be taken
by the Contractor to provide and install the appropriate supports. Supports found to be
inadequate shall be replaced.
3.04 INFORMATION OUTLET
A.
Information outlets shall be flush mounted on wall-mounted boxes, in floor-mounted boxes, and
on modular furniture.
Any outlets to be added where these conditions are not met shall be positioned at a height
matching that of existing services or as directed otherwise by the Site Coordinator and Lincoln
University OIT.
B.
The Contractor is to coordinate the style of the telecommunication outlets to be installed in the
floor mount boxes and surface mount raceways with Lincoln University OIT.
3.05 CABLE TERMINATION
A.
At the telecommunication closets, all data and voice cables shall be positioned on termination
hardware in sequence of the outlet ID, starting with the lowest number.
B.
Termination hardware (blocks and patch panels) positioning and layout must be reviewed and
approved by Lincoln University OIT prior to construction. The review does not exempt the
Contractor from meeting any of the requirements stated in this document.
C.
Cable Termination – Data/Voice UTP
1. Data/voice patch panels shall be designed and installed in a fashion as to allow future
station cabling to be terminated on the panel without disruption to existing connections.
2. Data patch panels shall be sized to accommodate a minimum of 20% growth in the
quantity of stations relative to the initial installation.
3. At information outlets and data/voice patch panels, the installer shall ensure that the twists
in each cable pair are preserved to within 0.5 inch of the termination for data/voice cables.
The cable jacket shall be removed only to the extent required to make the termination.
D.
Cable Termination – Fiber Optic
1. All fibers shall be terminated using the specified connector type. Single Mode fiber will be
terminated with SC connectors. Multi Mode fiber will be terminated with ST connectors.
2. All terminated fibers at the telecommunications closets shall be mated to couplings
mounted on patch panels. Couplings shall be mounted on a panel that, in turn, snaps into
the housing assembly. Any unused panel positions shall be fitted with a blank panel
inhibiting access to the fiber optic cable from the front of the housing.
3. All couplings shall be fitted with a dust cap.
4. Fibers from multiple locations may share a common enclosure, but they shall be
segregated on the connector panels and clearly identified. Fibers from multiple
destinations shall be secured in a common enclosure, provided they are clearly identified
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5.
6.
as such. Fibers from different locations shall not share a common connector panel (e.g.,
“insert”).
Slack in each fiber shall be provided as to allow for future re-termination in the event of
connector or fiber end-face damage. Adequate slack shall be retained to allow termination
at a 30” high workbench positioned adjacent to the termination enclosure(s). A minimum of
one meter (~39”) of slack shall be retained regardless of panel position relative to the
potential work area.
Contractor shall install a plastic twist-on bushing on each end of interlocking armored fiber
to protect cable from sharp edges of the armor.
3.06 COOPERATION
A.
The Contractor shall cooperate with other trades and Lincoln University OIT’s personnel in
locating work in a proper manner.
B.
Should it be necessary to raise, lower, or move longitudinally any part of the work to better fit the
general installation, such work shall be done at no extra cost to Lincoln University OIT, provided
such decision is reached prior to actual installation.
C.
The Contractor shall coordinate the location of electrical outlets with respect to other
installations before installing.
3.07 TESTING AND ACCEPTANCE
A.
The Contractor is responsible for performing acceptance tests as indicated below for each
subsystem (backbone, station, etc.) as it is completed.
B.
The Contractor is responsible for supplying all equipment and personnel necessary to conduct
the acceptance tests. Prior to testing, the Contractor should provide a summary of the proposed
test plan for each cable type, including equipment to use, setup, test frequencies or
wavelengths, results format, etc. Lincoln University OIT shall approve the method of testing.
C.
The Contractor shall visually inspect all cabling and termination points to ensure that they are
complete and conform to the wiring pattern defined herein. The Contractor shall provide Lincoln
University OIT with a written certification that this inspection has been made.
D.
The Contractor shall conduct acceptance testing according to a schedule coordinated with
Lincoln University OIT. Representatives of Lincoln University OIT may be in attendance to
witness the test procedures. The Contractor shall provide a minimum of one (1) week advance
notice to Lincoln University OIT and Owner as to allow for such participation. The notification
shall include a written description of the proposed conduct of the tests, including copies of blank
test result sheets to be used.
E.
Tests related to connected equipment of others should be done only with the permission and
presence of Contractor involved. The Contractor shall ascertain that testing only as required to
prove the wiring connections are correct.
F.
The Contractor shall provide test results and describe the conduct of the tests, including the
date of the tests, the equipment used, and the procedures followed. At the request of Lincoln
University OIT, the Contractor shall provide copies of the original test results.
G.
All cabling shall be 100% fault free unless noted otherwise. If any cable is found to be outside
the specification defined herein, that cable and the associated termination(s) shall be replaced
at the Contractor’s expense. The applicable tests shall then be repeated.
3.08 COPPER STATION CABLES
A.
Station cabling testing shall be from the jack at the outlet in the work area to the termination
block on which the cables are terminated at the MDF or IDF.
B.
Testing shall be of the permanent link. Contractor shall warrant performance, however, based
on channel performance and provide patch cords that meet channel performance criteria. All
cabling not tested strictly in accordance with these procedures shall be retested at no cost to
Lincoln University OIT.
C.
Testing shall be from the jack at the SIO to the patch panel on which the cables are terminated
at the wiring hub.
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D.
Horizontal “station” cables shall be free of shorts within the pairs and shall be verified for
continuity, pair validity and polarity, and wire map (conductor position on the modular jack). Any
defective, split, or mis-positioned pairs must be identified and corrected.
E.
Testing of the cabling systems rated at TIA Category 6 and above shall be performed to confirm
proper functioning and performance.
F.
Testing of the transmission performance of station cables (Category 6) shall include the
following:
1. Length
2. Attenuation
3. Pair to Pair NEXT
4. ACR
5. PSNEXT Loss
6. Return Loss
7. Pair to Pair ELFEXT Loss (Equal Level Far End Cross-Talk)
8. PSEFEXT Loss
9. Propagation Delay
10. Delay Skew
11. Return Loss
G.
The maximum length of station cable shall not exceed 90 meters, which allows 10 meters for
equipment and patch cables.
CATEGORY 6 (Permanent LINK)
Frequency (MHz)
Insertion Loss (Maximum dB)
NEXT Loss Pair to Pair (dB)
PS-NEXT Loss (dB; Worst Case)
ELFEXT Loss Pair to Pair (dB)
PSELFEXT
loss (dB)
1.9
65.0
62.0
64.2
61.2
3.5
64.1
61.8
52.1
49.1
5.6
57.8
55.5
44.2
41.2
7.0
54.6
52.2
40.1
37.1
8.9
51.5
49.1
36.2
33.2
10.0
50.0
47.5
34.3
31.3
16.0
45.1
42.7
28.3
25.3
18.5
41.8
39.3
24.2
21.2
27.1
36.9
34.3
18.2
15.2
30.7
35.3
32.7
16.2
13.2
H.
In the event results of the tests are not satisfactory, the Contractor shall make adjustments,
replacements, and changes as necessary and shall then repeat the test or tests that disclosed
faulty or defective material, equipment, or installation method. The Contractor shall make
additional tests as the Engineer deems necessary at no additional expense to Lincoln University
OIT or Consultant.
I.
All data shall indicate the worst-case result, the frequency at which it occurs, the limit at that
point, and the margin. These tests shall be performed in a swept frequency manner from 1 MHz
to highest relevant frequency, using a swept frequency interval that is consistent with TIA and
ISO requirements. Information shall be provided for all pairs or pair combination and in both
directions when required by the appropriate standards.
J.
Cables shall be tested to the maximum frequency defined by the standards covering that
performance category.
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 27 1003
OUTSIDE-PLANT CABLE AND EQUIPMENT
PART 1 – GENERAL
UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE, “CONTRACTOR” SHALL REFER TO THE
TELECOMMUNICATION CONTRACTOR. LU SHALL REFER TO LINCOLN UNIVERSITY AND
ITS STAFF.
1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
Drawings and provision of the Contract, including the General and Supplementary General
Conditions, and Special Conditions, apply to this section.
B.
All work and materials shall conform in every detail to the rules and requirements of the National
Fire Protection Association, the National Electrical Code and present manufacturing standards.
C.
All materials shall be listed by UL and shall bear the UL label. If UL has no published standards
for a particular item, then other national independent testing standards shall apply and such
items shall bear those labels. Where UL has an applicable system listing and label, the entire
system shall be so labeled.
D.
Other applicable standards are as follows:
1. ANSI/IEEE C2 - National Electrical Safety Code
2. NFPA 70-1999 - National Electrical Code
3. TIA/EIA Standards
4. IEEE/ANSI 142-1982 - Recommended Practice for Grounding of Industrial and
Commercial Power Systems
5. EIA 445 Fiber Optic Test Procedures (FOTP)
1.02 SUMMARY OF WORK
A.
The contract includes providing a turnkey infrastructure outside plant fiber optic cabling system
consisting of single mode fiber optic cable, conduits inside building and conduit outside
buildings.
B.
The Single Mode (SM) outside plant rated cable shall be transitioned to Plenum rated cable
within 50’ of the building penetration point. The plenum cable shall be installed to the MDF as
identified on the project drawings. In lieu of this transition, the contractor may install EMT
conduit from the building penetration point to the MDF termination point.
C.
The fiber optic cable shall be installed in conduit. The primary method of installation of the
conduit is to be trenching and directional boring.
D.
LU understands that it owns and will be responsible for the cable upon acceptance of
installation. Once the installation has been accepted, LU will be responsible for any repairs to
the cable necessitated by accidents, fires, or other natural disasters. LU may request the
services of the successful Contractor to accomplish repairs at the hourly cost to be quoted
hereinafter.
1.03 SUBMITTALS
A.
Detail drawings including a complete list of equipment and material. Detail drawings shall
contain complete route and schematic diagrams and other details required to demonstrate that
the system has been coordinated and will function properly as a system. Drawings shall identify
proposed route and anchorage of equipment and appurtenances, and equipment relationship to
other parts of the work including clearance for maintenance and operation.
1.04 DELIVERY
A.
All material shall be delivered to its proper location and installed by the contractor without
additional cost or expense to LU, which shall not be deemed to have accepted the system until
the Date of Acceptance.
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B.
During the time between delivery and acceptance, LU cannot be held liable for any damages to
or theft of any components. It will, therefore, be the responsibility of the contractor to obtain
insurance against loss, theft and damage.
1.05 OVERALL REQUIREMENTS
A.
Any subcontractors hired by the Contractor must meet the qualifications and abide by the
requirements of this document. The successful Contractor will be held responsible for any work
performed by subcontractors.
B.
All installations must meet NEC, Rural Electric Code, and NE Safety Code.
C.
All installations must meet city, county, and state requirements for crossing of all sidewalks and
streets.
D.
All single mode fibers between the buildings are to be sealed, tested, and connectorized.
E.
Single mode fibers shall terminate on “SC” connectors.
F.
Multi mode fibers shall terminate on “ST” connectors.
1.06 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
A.
The Contractor is required to install, document and test all systems (procedures are outlined in
following sections).
B.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the acquisition of the appropriate permits, licenses
and/or franchises required to occupy the public rights-of-way of the various organizations (city,
county, state) involved. The contractor will be authorized by LU to act as its agent for this
purpose. It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to secure and pay for these permits.
C.
The Contractor shall prepare all necessary documentation required to obtain the required
permission from organizations controlling the rights-of-way. This shall include, but shall not be
limited to, all drawings, details, letters and/or application forms required by the permitting or
authorizing agency.
D.
The Contractor shall be responsible for establishing grades and elevations, checking of all
interference, and shall verify all dimensions and locations in the field.
E.
When placing buried cable on public right-of-way, permits and state licenses will be generally
required for the following:
1. Boring, plowing, trenching, or excavating on public right-of-way.
2. Closing or limiting traffic on a thoroughfare.
3. Attaching conduit or cables to bridges, culverts, or public structures.
4. Storing materials or machinery on public property.
5. Crossing highways, streets, and railroads by direct burial or by pipe pushing/road bores.
6. Crossing streams, navigable waters, drainage ditches, etc.
F.
The Contractor must re-verify building entrance and telecommunication room locations prior to
installation. Prior to the furnishing or installing of any equipment, approval of equipment,
locations, layout, and installation shall be obtained from LU OIT.
G.
The Contractor shall specifically note that the drawings are intended to only indicate in diagram
format the extent, general character, and locations of work included. The exact routing of duct
shall be determined by the existing structural conditions and other obstructions.
H.
The locations of equipment, conduits, etc., as shown on the drawings, are correct to the extent
permitted by the scale of the drawings, but are subject to such modifications as may be found
necessary or desirable at the time of installation in order to meet any structural conditions. Such
changes shall be made by the contractor without extra charge, subject to approval of LU.
I.
The Contractor shall be responsible for fully coordinating all of the various parts of the work
included under this document, and such other work of this contract as it may affect the
installation, throughout the various phases of construction and before the ordering or fabrication
of the various parts of the work, so as to ensure compliance with the drawings and
specifications, and as necessary to provide the installations complete and in satisfactory
operating condition.
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J.
Shipping delays are the sole responsibility of the Contractor.
K.
It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to verify the locations of all equipment such as
manholes, handholes, pull boxes, and such other apparatus. The Contractor shall notify LU if
the location, as shown on the drawings, conflicts with existing utilities or would make the device
inaccessible for future maintenance. In such cases, the Contractor shall alert LU OIT of the
condition before advancing the construction to a state where a change will reflect additional
expenses.
L.
The Contractor shall be responsible to provide locating services for outside plant fiber optic
cable to others, until Final Acceptance of the project.
M. The Contractor will be required to provide notification and receive approval to all occupancies
on selected route as to project purpose, scope, start and end dates, and contact for further
information or problems.
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
2.01 OUTSIDE PLANT UNDERGROUND ARMORED FIBER OPTIC CABLE
A.
Armored Fiber Optic Cable shall incorporate a corrugated Steel Armor Tape to provide for
resistance to rodent attack and all other cable materials shall be all dielectric (no conductive
materials).
B.
Armored Fiber Optic Cable shall be filled with a water-blocking compound.
C.
The outer sheath shall be marked with the manufacturer’s name, words identifying the cable
type (e.g. “Optical Cable” or “Fiber Optic Cable”), year of manufacture, and sequential length
markings. The actual length of the cable shall be within -0/+1% of the length markings. The
marking shall be in a contrasting color to the cable jacket.
D.
Temperature Range:
1. Storage: -40 to +70C (no irreversible change in attenuation)
2. Operating:
-40 to +70C
E.
Humidity Range: 0 to 100%
F.
Maximum Tensile Strength:
1. During Installation: 2700 Newton (600 lb. force) (no irreversible change in attenuation)
2. Long Term: 890 N (200 lb. force)
G.
Bending Radius:
1. During Installation: 20 times cable diameter
2. No Load: 10 times cable diameter
H.
The maximum pulling tension shall be 2700 N (608 lbf) during installation (short term) and 890
N (200 lbf) long term installed.
I.
The armored fiber optic cable shall be Corning # xxx RW5-14101A20 or other approved
products, which meet these specifications.
2.02 SINGLE MODE OPTICAL FIBERS STRANDS
A.
Fiber Strands Type Single mode, doped silica core surrounded by a concentric glass cladding.
B.
Core Diameter: 8-9 -mm. All fibers shall be of the same nominal core diameter and profile.
1. Cladding Diameter: 125 + 1.0 -mm.
2. Core-to-Cladding Offset: < 0.8 -mm.
3. Cladding Non-Circularity: < 1.0%.
4. Coating Diameter: 245 + 10 -mm.
5. The coating shall be mechanically strippable without damaging the optical fiber.
6. Cutoff Wavelength (cabled fiber)<1260-nm.
7. Mode field diameter: 8.3 –9.8 m at 1300-nm; 10.5+1.0 mm at 1550 -nm
8. Zero Dispersion Wavelength (l0)- 1301.5 nm< l0 < 1321.5 nm.
9. Zero Dispersion Slope (S0): <0.092 ps/nm2 per km
C.
Fiber Attenuation:
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1.
2.
@ 1300-nm
@ 1550-nm
0.4 dB/km
0.3 dB/km
D.
The average change in attenuation at extreme operational temperature (-40 C to +70 C) shall
not exceed 0.05 dB/km at 1550 nm. The magnitude of the maximum attenuation change of
each individual fiber shall not be greater than 0.15 dB/km at 1550 nm.
E.
When tested in accordance with FOTP-3, “Procedure to Measure Temperature Cycling Effects
in Optical Fibers, Optical Cable, and Other Passive Fiber Optic Components,” the average
change in attenuation over the rated temperature range of the cable shall not exceed 0.05
dB/km at 1550 nm for single-mode fiber. The magnitude of the maximum attenuation change of
each individual fiber shall not be greater than 0.15 dB/km at 1550 nm.
F.
Fiber Dispersion (maximum):
1. 1285-1330-nm
3.2-ps/nm per km
2. @ 1550-nm
18-ps/nm per km
G.
No single mode optical fiber shall show a point discontinuity greater than 0.1 dB at the specified
wavelengths. Such a discontinuity or any discontinuity showing a reflection at that point shall be
cause for rejection of that fiber by LU.
2.03 BOXES AND FITTINGS
A.
Malleable iron or steel insulating bushings shall be O-Z Electrical Manufacturing Company "B",
and/or type "BLG" or an approved equal.
B.
EMT fittings shall be set screw steel insulator type. Die cast fittings shall not be installed.
Split-threaded connectors will not be acceptable. Fittings shall be as manufactured by
Crouse-Hinds, Killark, Appleton, T&B Companies or an approved equal.
C.
All supports, clamps, and anchors shall be galvanized steel or malleable iron.
D.
Provide electrical boxes as required for cable pulling and code compliance.
E.
Boxes shall be secured to conduit by means of conduit hubs if coded hubs are not provided on
this box.
F.
Support boxes independently of conduit except for cast boxes that are connected to two rigid
metal conduits, both supported within 12 inches of boxes.
2.04 HIGH-DENSITY POLYETHYLENE DUCT
A.
The duct shall be 4" High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and rated at SDR 11.5. This duct shall
be manufactured to ASTM D2447, ASTM D3350 AND NEMA TC7 Specifications.
B.
The duct shall be listed per UL 651-B (Continuous length coiled HDPE conduit).
C.
The duct shall meet NEC 347 and 710 requirements for installation of nonmetallic conduit direct
buried or concrete encased.
D.
The duct shall be available in both schedules 40 and 80 per ASTN D 2447.
E.
The Duct walls shall be pre-lubricated with silicone to reduce the frictional forces applied during
cable installation
F.
The duct shall contain a measured pull tape. The pull tape shall be a minimum of 1200lbs in
tensile strength.
G.
The duct shall be supplied with certified test reports.
H.
The Duct shall be Arnco, Carlon or other approved products, which meet these specifications.
2.05 FIBER OPTIC PATCH PANEL
A.
The fiber termination/splice panel shall be available in 72-fiber size.
B.
The panels shall provide fiber termination, splicing protection and associated fiber/pigtail
storage and must include vertical cable guide management.
C.
The fiber optic patch panel components shall include front and rear covers, radius limiters,
vertical cable guide, and designation labels.
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D.
The fiber optic patch panel shall be able to be deployed in new frames or retrofitted into
available chassis positions in existing frames. A key lock shall be installed on the front cover.
E.
Designation label areas shall be inside the front cover to record cable fiber and patch cord
identification. Labels shall identify rows of 6paks that are provided for the bulkhead panel.
F.
A cable clamp kit shall be provided for outside plant (OSP) fiber cable that enters the connector
panel.
G.
Removable covers shall be mounted at the front of the connector panel. Radius limiters shall
enable to maintain a minimum fiber bend radius of 1.5 inches and permit coiling excess lengths
of cable fibers or pigtails.
H.
A fiber optic patch panel shall accommodate several different adapters or receptacles using
optional 6pak plates.
I.
Fiber optic patch panel shall accommodate splice kits to splice the pigtails to OSP cable fibers.
The splice kit for the splice panel shall consist of a splice deck and splice chip.
J.
The splice tray shall accommodate up to 72 heat shrink fusion splices. The splice tray shall be
fastened to the panel.
K.
The Patch panels shall be as follows:
1. ADC FL2-72 TS140 series or other equivalent products, which meet these specifications.
2. ADC FL1-H177NNN2-1100N series or other equivalent products, which meet these
specifications.
3. ADC FL2-24 TS525 series or other equivalent products, which meet these specifications.
2.06 6PAK PLATES
A.
6pak plates shall be Duplex style.
B.
The plate shall be used for mounting six adapter assemblies.
C.
The adapters/receptacles shall be installed in unique angled retainers for installation in the 6pak
plate. The individual angled retainer and the fiber connector and fiber, or the entire 6pak plate
shall be removable from the connector modules without tools. Blank plates shall occupy open
positions within the panel.
D.
The plates shall be available with pre-terminated 9’ pigtails.
E.
The pigtails shall consist of a single outer jacket containing six color- coded 900µm fibers.
F.
One end of pigtail shall be terminated to SC connector for Single Mode fiber stile and installed
into 6pack plug-in adapters.
G.
The pigtail shall be made of the same type of glass and have the same optical characteristics as
the fiberglass of the optical cable it designed to be spliced to.
H.
The Plates shall be ADC or other equivalent products, which meet these specifications.
I.
The singlemode pigtails shall be ADC FL2-6P7SC603W or other equivalent products, which
meet these specifications.
2.07 FIBER OPTIC CONNECTOR
A.
The Fiber Optical Connector shall be SC-type for Single Mode fiber.
B.
The Fiber Optical Connector ferrule shall be ceramic or glass-in-ceramic. The optical fiber within
the connector ferrule shall be secured with an adhesive.
C.
The attenuation per mated fiber optic connector pair shall not exceed 0.35-dB. Fiber optic
connector shall sustain a minimum of 200 mating cycles per EIA/TIA-455-21 without violating
specifications.
D.
At each building stands of the fiber optic cable shall be terminated on 8º-angled fiber optic
connector. Guaranteed Return Loss for these connectors shall be 65dB.
E.
The fiber optic connectors used for remaining single mode fiber strands shall be ultra PC
polished. Guaranteed Return Loss for singlemode connectors shall be 55dB.
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F.
The fiber optic connector shall meet the following performance criteria:
1. Test Procedure
Max. Attenuation Change
a. Cable Retention (FOTP-6)
0.2-dB
b. Durability (FOTP-21)
0.2-dB
c. Impact (FOTP-2) 0.2-dB
d. Thermal Shock (FOTP-3)
0.2-dB
e. Humidity (FOTP-5)
0.2-dB
G.
The fiber optic connectors shall be manufactured by Corning, ADC or other equivalent products,
which meet these specifications.
2.08 UNDERGROUND ENCLOSURES
A.
Underground enclosures shall be constructed of a fiberglass-reinforced polymer material and
have the same strength rating as concrete handholes of the same proportions.
B.
Underground enclosures shall be available in: 24"W x 36"L x 48"D.
C.
Underground enclosures shall be rated for use at sidewalk, driveway and parking lot areas.
D.
Underground enclosures shall:
1. Be flush-mounted to the existing grade and constructed with a load rating of AASHTO
H-20.
2. Be equipped with a locking keyed mechanism.
3. Be equipped with cable racks, conduit entrances and strut inserts.
4. Be designed for a long life over a wide range of temperature extremes.
5. Feature interlock for concrete sidewalk retention.
6. Not be equipped with a solid bottom.
E.
The Underground enclosures shall be Newbasis Part #, FC2436WUC or other equivalent
products, which meet these specifications.
2.09 CONDUIT AND FITTINGS AND SUPPORTS
A.
Conduit
1. Electrical metallic tubing (EMT): Fed. Spec. WW-C-563
2. Flexible steel conduit, commercial Greenfield: Fed. Spec. WW-C-566
B.
Electrical metallic tubing fittings:
1. Fed. Spec. W-F-408 shall apply, except material shall be steel only.
2. Couplings and connectors shall be set screw type with two screws each. Couplings for
conduit sizes 2-1/2 inches and larger shall be set screw type with four screws each. Set
screws shall be case-hardened steel with hex head and cup point to firmly seat in wall of
conduit for positive ground. Provide gland and ring compression type in damp locations.
3. Indent type connectors are not permitted.
4. Die-cast or pressure-cast zinc-alloy fittings of fittings made of pot metal are not permitted.
C.
Flexible steel conduit, Greenfield, fittings:
1. Fed. Spec. W-F-406 shall apply, except material shall be steel only.
2. Shall be multiple point type, threading into the internal wall of the conduit convolutions or
set screw type.
D.
Expansions and deflections couplings:
1. UL 467 and UL 514 shall apply.
2. Shall accommodate, 1.9 cm (0.75 inch) deflection, expansion, or contraction in ay
direction, and shall allow 30 degrees angular deflections.
3. Shall include internal flexible metal braid sized to guarantee conduit ground continuity and
fault currents in accordance with UL 467, and NEC code tables for ground conductors.
4. Shall be watertight, corrosion-resistant, threaded for and compatible with rigid or
intermediate metal conduit.
5. Jacket shall be flexible, corrosion-resistant, watertight, moisture and heat resistant molded
rubber material with stainless steel jacket clamps.
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E.
Conduit Supports:
1. All parts and hardware shall be zinc-coated or have equivalent corrosion protection.
2. Pipe Straps: Fed. Spec. FF-S-760, type 1, Style A or B.
3. Individual Conduit Hangers: Shall be designed for the purpose, and have pre-assembled
closure bolts and nut and provisions for receiving hanger rod.
4. Multiple conduit trapeze hangers shall be not less than 1-1/2 by 1-1/2 inch, 12 gauge steel,
cold formed, lipped channels. Hanger rods shall be not less than 3/8-inch diameter steel.
5. Solid Masonry and Concrete Anchors: Fed. Spec. FF-S-325. Anchors shall be self-drilling
expansion shields, or machine bolt expansion anchors.
6. Where hangers or supports are attached to beams, trusses or other structural supports,
the attachments shall be fireproofed equal to supporting members.
PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.01 DIRECTIONAL BORING OPERATIONS
A.
All directional boring operations are subject to the following conditions:
1. The machine operator shall follow all current OSHA regulations, including the use of
grounding mats and other safety measures.
2. The machine operator shall have control over the direction of the boring tool.
3. The bore crew must have, in their possession, a copy of the permit authorizing the
company to perform work, and a copy of the approved drawing and specifications for the
bore work location.
4. When possible, the Contractor shall mark the proposed running line and bore head
location. Mark the proposed running line every 5’ to 10’, using a longitudinal line; mark the
actual location with a white paint spot at the end of each stem push. Only white paint is
approved for this use.
5. The bore is not allowed to deviate more than six (6) inches from the proposed marked
running line, and the ends of the bore must be at the designated depth.
6. Slurry use shall be kept at a minimum and only used for head lubrication and/or spoils
return. The Contractor shall calculate anticipated slurry use and monitor slurry use during
the bore operation to determine slurry loss into the surrounding soil.
7. Slurry must be contained during the bore operation and must be removed prior to
backfilling, with dry dirt.
8. During pull back, the mandrels shall be not more than two inches larger than the diameter
of the duct or casing.
9. Shallow bores or other unsuccessful bores shall be abandoned and filled.
10. The bore operation shall be stopped if any damage occurs to a road surface and it shall
remain inactive until corrective measures are taken. The Contractor is liable for any
damage done to the right-of-way or structures.
11. Auger heads are not allowed more than six inches ahead of the casing being inserted.
12. Bore stems and cutting heads may have to be left in the ground if they cannot be retrieved
through the bore hole. Open excavation to retrieve the parts is not allowed.
13. When boring near creeks and streams, silt fences shall be properly installed to prevent
disturbed soil from flowing into the waterways and remain in place after the bore has been
completed.
3.02 EXCAVATION AND TRENCHING REQUIREMENTS
A.
Make trench sides as nearly vertical (max depth is 48") as practical except where sloping of
sides is allowed.
B.
Remove all rock, boulders, hard material, unstable material, and yielding and unsatisfactory
materials within the limits indicated for trench excavation and dispose of off the site. Notify LU
immediately in writing if it becomes necessary to remove such materials beyond the trench
limits. Where excavations are deeper or wider than the trench limits in order to remove
unsuitable materials, they shall be refilled with approved borrowed material.
C.
Existing concrete or granite curb encountered in excavation shall be temporarily supported or
replaced in kind. Bituminous lip curb shall be disposed and replaced in kind.
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D.
Excavation operations adjacent to and below existing structures and utilities shall be done
manually. Start hand excavation on each side of the indicated obstruction and continue until the
obstruction is uncovered or until clearance for the new grade is assured. Support uncovered
lines or other existing work affected by the contract excavation until approval for backfill is
granted by the LU’s Representative. Report damage to utility lines or subsurface construction
immediately to the Consultant.
E.
Place "Road Closed" signs on temporary barricades at approaches to work or uncovered
trenches.
F.
Keep excavated materials and construction equipment and materials a safe distance back from
the edge of excavations to avoid overloading the sides of the trench and to prevent slides or
cave-ins.
G.
Grade areas around trench as necessary to prevent surface water from flowing into
excavations.
H.
Walkway and grassed areas left un-backfilled at the end of the workday shall be enclosed with
snow fence until restored to grade. Roadway trenches shall not be re-opened to traffic unless
either a road plate capable of sustaining HS-20 loading is in place or temporary gravel is placed
to bring the trench area to finish grade.
3.03 CUTTING PAVEMENT
A.
Where trench excavation occurs in paved areas, saw cut existing pavement to obtain sound,
vertical edges one foot wider than the indicated trench width on each side of the trench. When
the saw cut is within two feet of an existing joint or curb, remove pavement to the existing joint
or curb or as required by the city, etc.
B.
Existing pavements and base course beyond the indicated lines for trench excavation which
have been disturbed, damaged or undermined shall be restored or replaced by the Contractor to
match existing pavements and base course or as requested by the city, etc.
3.04 BACK FILLING
A.
Construct backfill in two operations (initial and final) as indicated and specified in this section.
Initial backfill shall be select backfill material placed in 6-inch maximum loose lifts to one foot
above conduit or duct unless otherwise specified. Bring up evenly on each side and along the
full length of the conduit or duct structure. Ensure that no damage is done to the conduit or duct
structure, or its protective coating or as required by the city, etc.
B.
Place the remainder of the backfill (final backfill) in 9-inch maximum loose lifts to the bottom of
the sub-grade, unless otherwise specified. Compact each loose lift before placing the next lift.
Do not backfill where the material in the trench is muddy, except as authorized or as required by
the city, etc.
C.
Provide a minimum cover from final grade of 2-1/2 feet for fiber ducts unless otherwise
indicated on the Drawings or as required by the city, etc.
D.
Where settlement occurs in trenches and pits due to improper compaction, excavate to the
depth necessary to rectify the problem, then backfill and compact the excavation as specified
herein and restore the surface to the required elevation or as required by the city, etc.
E.
The Contractor shall coordinate back filling with testing of utilities. Testing for the following shall
be complete before final back filling: water distribution, sanitary sewer, steam compressed air,
fuel oil, and refrigeration systems.
3.05 COMPACTION
A.
Use hand-operated, plate-type, vibratory or other suitable hand tampers in areas not accessible
to larger rollers or compactors. Avoid damaging pipes and protective pipe coatings. Compact
material in accordance with local code unless otherwise specified. If necessary, alter, change,
or modify selected equipment or compaction methods to meet compaction requirement and
meet requirements of the city, etc.
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3.06 PROTECTION OF EXISTING UTILITIES, STRUCTURES AND NEW WORK
A.
Excavation, backfill and compaction operations shall be done in such a manner to prevent
cave-ins of excavations or the undermining, damage or disturbing of existing utilities and
structures or of new work. Backfill shall be placed and compacted to prevent future settlement
or damage to existing utilities and structures and new work and meet requirements of the city,
etc.
B.
Any damage due to excavation, back filling or settlement of the backfill, or injury to persons or
damage to property occurring as a result of such damage shall be the responsibility of the
Contractor. All costs to repair such damage, in a manner satisfactory to LU's Representative,
shall be borne by the Contractor at no additional expense to LU and meet requirements of the
city, etc.
C.
Protect newly back filled areas and adjacent structures, slopes, or grades from traffic, erosion
settlement, or any other damage. Repair and re-establish damaged or eroded grades and
slopes and restore surface construction prior to acceptance. Protect existing storm drain inlets
from water-borne soil and meet requirements of the city, etc.
3.07 RESTORATION
A.
The Contractor is responsible for repairs to any streets, sidewalks, grass areas, etc., which
must be trenched or otherwise disturbed in the process of installation. In areas owned by the
City, the City has final determination whether such repairs are acceptable.
B.
All sidewalks, streets, alleyways and landscaping shall be replaced to its original condition or
better.
C.
Note: All existing conditions have been videotaped prior to construction activities to provide
information of pre-existing conditions.
3.08 GRASSED AREAS
A.
After completion and acceptance of all conduit, excavation, and backfilling work in a given area,
the Contractor shall place an appropriate amount of turf sod to cover all disturbed areas. The
Contractor may choose to cut and remove turf prior to the area being disturbed. This would be
used to place back over the disturbed area and meet requirements of the city, etc.
3.09 SIDEWALKS
A.
All sidewalks shall be constructed using the same backfill and compaction procedures used for
street opening.
B.
Unless unusual conditions exist, sidewalk panels, which are cut into for construction, shall be
replaced with full panels. New or prior construction saw cuts are not considered as panel ends.
Sidewalk panels end at score lines, curbs, boulevards or property lines. If curb is part of the
sidewalk panel the curb shall also be replaced.
C.
The Contractor shall take care in removing sidewalk panels. If adjacent panels are chipped the
contractor will be required to replace them.
3.10 ROAD RESTORATION
A.
After completion and acceptance of conduit excavation, and back filling of road trench areas, 12
inches of compacted Gravel Borrow Subbase course shall be placed to a level three inches
below the finish road grade. A temporary surface of Bituminous Surface Course Type I-1 shall
be placed.
B.
After allowing 6 months for settlement of the road subbase, the Contractor shall place a saw cut
of the pavement 12 inches beyond the limits of the temporary patch. Bituminous binder course
shall be placed to within 1-1/2 inches of the finish road grade and a final course of bituminous
Surface Course Type I-1 shall complete the roadwork. Reflectorized pigment pavement
markings specially manufactured for roadway use shall be placed to restore any pavement
striping that had been in place prior to this contract.
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3.11 WORK WITHIN BUILDINGS
A.
All cable taken into a building shall be terminated within fifty (50') of the point of entry into the
structure. If the termination point (telecommunications room) is located further than 50' from the
point of entry into the structure, the cable shall be placed in EMT conduit attached to the
building entrance. The conduit shall be extended to the telecommunication room where the fiber
is to be terminated.
B.
Any cable that is gel-filled must be properly sealed and tested at building entrance.
C.
At each building entrance, a maintenance loop of fiber 4 feet in diameter and 10 to 15 feet in
length must be installed.
D.
The cable shall be lubricated at the entrance point to the conduit during installation.
3.12 CUTTING AND PATCHING
A.
Where it is necessary to do any cutting and patching, no cutting of beading walls, beams, etc.,
shall be done without the approval of LU’s Representative. All patching, finishing, etc., shall
match the surroundings. All cutting and patching shall be done by workmen skilled in the trades.
B.
Holes through concrete and masonry in new and existing structures shall be cut with a diamond
core drill or concrete saw. Pneumatic hammer, impact electric, hand or manual hammer type
drills shall not be allowed, except where permitted as required by limited working space.
C.
Holes shall be located so as not to affect structural sections such as beams.
D.
Holes shall be laid out in advance. LU’s Representative shall be advised, prior to drilling through
structural sections, for determination of proper layout.
E.
Floor, exterior wall and roof seals shall be watertight. Walls and floors that are cored for
installation of conduit shall be sleeved with steel tubing, grouted, and the space between the
conduit and sleeve filled as specified herein.
F.
Conduits shall extend one-inch minimum above finished floor.
3.13 FIRE STOPPING
A.
Structural Penetrations: Where conduits, wireways, busduct, and other electrical raceways pass
through fire partitions, fire walls or walls and floors; install a firestop that provides an effective
barrier against the spread of fire, smoke and cases. Firestop material shall be packed tight, and
completely fill clearances between raceways and openings.
B.
All penetrations of firewalls must be approved by the LU before any penetrations are made. The
Contractor shall provide satisfactory sleeving and fire caulking both inside and outside of that
sleeving. If existing sleeving is to be utilized, it will be the responsibility of the Contractor to fire
caulk inside the sleeving.
C.
The Contractor is responsible for adhering to the following standards:
1. Conduit penetrations through fire-rated or smoke walls: Completely seal around the
conduit penetration with Hilti FS 601 fire-rated sealant or equal Tremco or 3M.
2. Conduit sleeves through fire-rated or smoke wall: Completely seal around the conduit
penetration with Hilti FS 601 fire-rated sealant or equal Tremco or 3M. Completely seal
inner opening of the conduit sleeve with fire wool packing and Hilti FS 611A intumescent
firestop sealant.
3. Cable bundles through fire-rated or smoke walls (with out sleeves): Completely seal
openings with Hilti FS 611A intumescent firestop sealant, or equal Tremco or 3M.
4. Cable tray penetrations through fire-rated or smoke walls: Completely seal openings with
Hilti FS 635 (trowelable type) or equal Tremco or 3M.
5. A submitted response to this RFP assumes that all firestopping will be provided as
specified. The firestop manufacturer’s specifications and instructions shall be submitted
with the final documentation.
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3.14 SUPPORT AND ANCHORS
A.
The Contractor shall exercise judgment when supporting equipment. If support methods are
questionable or not available, the Contractor shall call it to the attention of the Engineer prior to
installation.
B.
Fasten hanger rods, conduit clamps, and outlet and junction boxes to building structure using
expansion anchors, beam clamps, spring steel clips.
C.
Install hangers and supports, sleeves and fasteners in accordance with approved printed
manufacturers' installation procedures, and as specified.
D.
Coordinate all affected trades and all aspects of the electrical work, including installation of
raceways and wiring as necessary to interface installation of supporting devices with other work.
E.
Install hangers and supports, and attachments to properly support raceways, equipment and
accessories from building structure.
3.15 CONDUIT INSTALLATION
A.
Installation shall be in accordance with U.L., N.E.C. as shown on the drawings and specified
herein.
B.
Route conduit parallel and perpendicular to walls and adjacent piping and do not obstruct
headrooms or walkways.
C.
Maintain minimum 6-inch clearance between conduit and piping. Maintain 12-inch clearance
between conduit and heat sources such as flues, steam pipes, and heating appliances.
D.
Conduit shall be supported and clamped using hardware intended for the purpose.
E.
Conduit bends shall be made with standard conduit bending tools. Conduit deformed or
flattened during bending shall be removed and replaced.
F.
Conduits cut in the field shall be coated with galvanized hot stick or galvanized spray approved
for the purpose.
G.
Supports shall be provided every five (5) feet for conduits wherever possible, and within three
(3) feet of boxes or fittings, the points of support to be determined in the field. The supports
shall consist of approved types of clamps or straps secured by screws, bolts on wood or steel
framework and decking, or expansion bolts in concrete, and brickwork. In no instance shall
supporting bolts or screws protrude to the outside of building walls or roof.
H.
The complete raceway system shall become metallically continuous throughout its entire length
and the entire system shall be electrically continuous and shall be thoroughly grounded in
accordance with the N.E.C.
I.
Vapor seals shall be installed at locations required by the National Electrical Code.
3.16 DUCT INSTALLATION
A.
The primary method of installation of the High-Density PolyEthylene is trenching. The duct shall
be joined at the "tie-in" locations using metal couplers designed to thread the two ends of HDPE
conduits together. These couplers shall provide a pull-proof connection of the duct.
B.
The depth at which buried duct shall be placed will vary with local conditions. HDPC duct should
be buried a minimum depth of:
Location
Depth
Minimum cover in soil
42 in.
Minimum cover under draining ditches
42 in.
Minimum cover under railroads
60 in. below top of rail
Minimum cover at roadway crossing
60 in.
Minimum cover in rock
42 in.
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C.
When crossing unimproved roads, streets and alleys that may later be paved or hard surfaced,
the cable should be placed at a depth that retains sufficient cover following permanent grading
of the road.
D.
When crossing major highways and railroads the duct shall be placed into 6” schedule 80
casing.
E.
The Contractor shall proof all conduit sections prior to installation of the fiber cable to ensure
conduit integrity. After proofing of the duct, measurements will be taken to verify the length of
the installed conduit.
F.
The Contractor shall leave a pull tape in the conduit with the cable after installation.
G.
Install a pull wire in all empty conduits consisting of one #12 steel or copper wire or heave duty
nylon cord for small conduits (3 inch or smaller) and nylon rope for large conduits (over 3 inch
diameter).
H.
Conduits 3 inches and larger, rigidly secured to building construction on opposite sides of a
building expansion joint, shall be provided with expansion and deflection couplings. The
couplings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Conduits
smaller than 3 inches shall be provided with junction boxes on both sides of the expansion joint,
and connected by 15 inches of slack flexible conduit. Flexible conduit shall have a copper green
ground bonding jumper installed. In lieu of this flexible conduit, expansion and deflection
couplings as specified above may be installed.
3.17 SPLICE POINTS
A.
All splicing shall be made using fusion-splicing technology. All splices shall be single strand
fusion splices. All splices shall be placed utilizing fusion splice trays.
3.18 CABLE SLACK
A.
The Contractor shall provide seventy-five feet (75') of cable slack at all splice locations. All other
handholes, used for installation assistance shall contain thirty feet (30') of cable slack. Cable
slack of one hundred feet (100') shall be provided on one side of any street crossings.
B.
At handholes, cable slack should be placed vertically in the hole. In the case of a buried splice
point, the slack should be coiled and buried vertically (in line with the cable route).
C.
This excess slack shall provide added cable for restorations or reconfigurations without digging
up large parts of the cable system.
3.19 UNDERGROUND ENCLOSURES (HANDHOLES)
A.
Handholes shall be placed at locations indicated on the drawing.
B.
The intermediate size handholes (24" x 36") are designed to assist in the cable placing
operation.
C.
The handholes shall be placed on 6-inch deep rock/gravel bottom contained by wire mesh that
allows drainage from the box and secures the rock/gravel in place to solidify the base of the
handhole.
D.
All conduits entering or exiting the handholes will be scaled to prevent the movement of water
through the duct.
3.20 BURIED WARNING TAPE
A.
When trenching is involved or required by certain conditions, i.e., customer or citizen request,
topographical reasons or as directed by City forces, the use of a warning tape is required. A
bright orange (preferably “ULCC” orange) warning tape with a minimum width of three inches
shall be buried approximately one foot below the existing grade. As a minimum, the tape should
be marked “WARNING-OPTICAL CABLE”. The tape shall be placed directly above the conduit
to alert any excavator of the presence of an underground facility.
3.21 BONDING AND GROUNDING
A.
All metallic cable elements at splice points and building entrance must be bonded and
grounded.
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B.
Copper wire AWG #6 should be used, as a minimum.
3.22 INSTALLATION PRACTICES FOR FIBER OPTIC CABLE
A.
Fiber optic cable is a high-capacity transmission medium with qualities and characteristics,
which can be degraded when it is subjected to excessive pulling tension, sharp bends, and
crushing forces.
B.
The maximum pulling tension for armored cable is 2,700 Newtons (600 lbs).
C.
Maximum long-term crush forces for armored cable are 100N/cm (57.1 lb./in).
D.
The minimum bend radius for an armored cable during installation and following installation over
the life span of the cable must be 20 times (20 x) the cable diameter.
E.
The minimum diameter required for pull wheels or rollers should be double the minimum bend
radius. The contractor will be responsible to check manufacturer's specifications for the cable
feed-chute, to make sure that the chute's critical dimensions and clearances are compatible
with the placing cable. The chute must have a 20-inch minimum radius.
3.23 CABLE TERMINATION - FIBER OPTIC
A.
ALL fibers shall be spliced to 6-pack pigtails.
B.
All couplings shall be fitted with a dust cap.
C.
Slack in each fiber shall be provided as to allow for future re-termination in the event of
connector or fiber end-face damage. Adequate slack shall be retained to allow termination at a
30” high workbench positioned adjacent to the termination enclosure(s). A minimum of 1-meter
(~39”) of slack shall be retained regardless of panel position relative to the potential work area.
D.
Single-Mode fiber shall be terminated with SC connectors.
3.24 TEST/ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA
A.
Testing
1. The fibers utilized in the installed cable shall be traceable to the manufacturer. Contractor
shall provide cable manufacturer’s test report for each reel of cable provided. These test
reports shall include (1) manufacturer’s on reel attenuation test results at the specified
wavelengths for each optical fiber of each reel prior to shipment from the manufacture and
(2) on-the-reel bandwidth performance as tested at the factory.
2. Contractor is responsible for supplying all equipment and personnel necessary to conduct
the acceptance tests.
3. Contractor shall conduct acceptance testing according to a schedule coordinated with the
Consultant. May be in attendance to witness the test procedures. The Contractor shall
offer adequate advance notice to the Consultant as to allow for such participation.
B.
Tests after Installation
1. Upon completion of cable installation and termination, the Fiber Optic cabling shall be
tested to include:
a. Optical Attenuation (“Insertion Loss” Method)
b. Verification of Link Integrity (OTDR)
c. Optical return loss (ORL)
C.
Optical Attenuation Testing
1. Optical Attenuation shall be measured on all terminated optical fibers in both directions of
transmission using the “Insertion Loss” method. Measurement shall be inclusive of the
optical connectors and couplings installed at the system endpoints. Access jumpers shall
be used at both the transmit and receive ends to insure that an accurate measurement of
connector losses is made.
2. Multi-mode fibers shall be tested in accordance with the TIA/EIA 526-14A, Method B at
850±30 nm and 1310± nm. Single mode fibers shall be tested in accordance with the
TIA/EIA 526-7-1998. Method A.1. Testing shall be at 1300±20 nm and 1500±10 nm.
3. Attenuation of optical fibers shall not exceed the values calculated as follows:
a. Attenuation (max.) = 2*C+L*F+S dB
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b.
4.
D.
Where C is the maximum allowable Mated Connector Loss £0.35 dB, L is the length
of the run (in kilometers) and F is the maximum allowable fiber loss (in dB/km). S is
the total splice loss £0.1 dB (# of splices * max. attenuation per splice).
Documentation of the insertion loss testing for each fiber run shall be provided to LU to
include a record of:
a. Wavelength
b. Fiber type
c. Fiber and cable number
d. Measurement direction
e. Test equipment model and serial number
f.
Operator
g. Test documentation must be stored in a floppy disk and printed as a hard copy with all
test results labeled. The documentation must be turned over to LU OIT.
h. All testing is to be done through connectors.
i.
Any fiber that fails testing must have appropriate corrective action taken to rectify the
situation.
Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Testing
1. All links shall be tested with an OTDR that are 330 feet (100 m) or longer. (Contractor shall
supply the OTDR meter – see below.) Single mode fibers shall be tested at 1300/1500-nm
(nominal) OTDR testing could be in one direction following worst-case wavelength
selection when there are no splice points or interconnect points in the link.
2. Any link, which is longer than 330 feet (100 m) and has splice points or interconnect points
in said link, shall be tested bi-directionally using worst-case wavelengths.
3. The OTDR(s) shall incorporate high-resolution optics optimized for viewing of short cable
sections. Launch cables of adequate length (1000’ minimum) shall be used to allow
viewing of the entire length of the cable, including the connectors at the launch and receive
end.
4. OTDR’s used as part of these testing specifications shall be calibrated to sheath (jacket)
length, not optical length by adjusting the unit’s index of refraction.
5. All OTDR traces shall maximize both the vertical and horizontal scales to the greatest
extent possible and still fit the entire cable link trace on the screen with optimum resolution.
6. Testing shall be performed in accordance with the following requirements. Failure of a link
at any part of the testing shall result in the contractor having to repair the problem and
retest the installation. Cost for any required repairs and re-testing shall be borne solely by
the contractor.
7. Reflective and non-reflective events shall be marked by OTDR, and the data for each
event must be retrievable.
8. OTDR traces revealing a point discontinuity greater than 0.2-dB in a multi-mode fiber, or
0.1-dB in a single mode fiber at any of the tested wavelengths or any discontinuity showing
a reflection at that point shall be a valid basis for rejection of that fiber by LU.
9. OTDR traces revealing a “Ghost” shall also be a valid basis for rejection of that fiber by LU.
10. The installation of that cable shall be reviewed in an effort to solve any problems that may
be causing the fault. If such efforts do not remove the fault, that cable and the associated
terminations shall be replaced at the expense of the Contractor.
11. All fiber shall be tested for attenuation loss using an OTDR set to 2-Point loss
measurement parameters. Marker points shall be placed at the beginning and end of each
backscatter signature recorded by the OTDR. The manufacturer's instructional guide can
be used to determine proper placement of these markers.
12. Links that contain splice points or interconnect points shall also contain an additional
"Events Display Table" to accompany the OTDR trace. This display shall show the
distance to the events, distance between multiple events, each events loss in db, and a
description of the event (reflective event, non-reflective event, gains and cable end). All
attenuation event loss readings shall be in the LSA (Least Square Average) mode of the
OTDR. 2-Point attenuation measurements at events are not acceptable.
13. Proper pulse width selection is required to minimize attenuation dead zone effect.
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14. Fiber links that sorter then 600 feet requires pulse width to set to 10ns. That equals to MM
dead zone=23 feet (7 m), SM dead zone = 33 feet (10 m)
15. The OTDR display shall be recorded on computer diskettes with identification and
numbering, sequences to be pre-approved by the Engineer. Each trace must contain as a
minimum:
a. cable/sheath length (not optical fiber length)
b. 2-point db loss, attenuation in db/mile (db/km)
c. fiber type
d. wavelength used
e. pulse width selection
f.
and fiber/cable identification
g. The stored fiber trace shall allow full manipulation of the trace when viewed with the
PC emulation software. Both a hard copy print out and diskette copy of each trace
shall be submitted to LU OIT for approval.
E.
Documentation of the OTDR signature traces displaying the entire length of the cable run shall
be provided to LU to include a record of:
1. Wavelength
2. Fiber type
3. Fiber and cable number
4. Measurement direction
5. Test equipment model and serial number
6. Operator
F.
ORL Testing
1. All connectors at single mode fiber links shall be tested for optical return loss (ORL) using
OTDR. The OTDR shall be capable to measure connector spike with respect to the
backscatter signal on the OTDR. This technique shall be accomplished by software
embedded in the instrument.
2. The launch cords must be kept clean and periodically repolished to insure as perfect a
surface finish as possible to match polishing the on connectors.
3. The single-mode connectors optical return loss shall be not less than 65 dB for APC
connectors and 55 dB for UPC connectors.
4. Test documentation must be stored on a floppy disk and printed as a hard copy with all
test results labeled.
3.25 DOCUMENTATION
A.
Drawing Records
1. The following requirements apply to all record drawings:
a. They shall be maintained at the Contractor’s expense.
b. All such drawings shall be provided as necessary for clarification.
c. The record drawings shall be in 1”-25’scale.
d. The Contractor shall indicate on the drawings the fiber optic cable location with the
reference to the center of the street.
e. The record drawings shall be returned to LU OIT on completion of the work and are
subject to the approval of LU OIT.
2. The record drawings shall be submitted in the following formats:
a. In one blueline set
b. In one reproducible set
c. In one CAD set
3. Test records: Test readings shall be recorded along with the annotation that these are
post-installation readings. Printed copies of these readings shall be provided to LU upon
completion of the project. Records are to include date of testing, name of technician, and
readings of all above-described test results
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3.26 LABELING
A.
A labeling plan must be submitted to and approved by LU prior to installation, and the
completed labeling must meet the approval of LU. EIA 606 standards are to be met.
B.
Cable: All cable must be clearly labeled by the Contractor at the telecommunication rooms
(Brady marker or similar).
C.
Patch Panel: All SC connectors connected to patch panels must also be labeled on patch panel.
All ST connectors connected to patch panels must also be labeled on patch panel.
3.27 FIBER OPTIC SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE
A.
The fiber optic outside plant system will be accepted by LU OIT when:
1. All of the work has been completed in accordance with the contract and specifications.
2. The system operates in conformance with manufacturer’s published specifications.
3. The system has completed a successful performance period. The performance period will
begin on the day following the cutover and must continue for 30 consecutive days during
which time the system will operate at an average effectiveness level of 99 percent or more.
If for any reason this level cannot be maintained, a new 30-day performance period will be
initiated. It is not necessary that one 30-day period expire before another performance
period begins.
4. The Contractor has certified in writing to LU OIT when the cable is installed, operational in
accordance with these specifications, and ready for use.
5. The final step in accepting buried cable installation will be a thorough inspection of the
entire route from start to finish. The “as-built” drawings must be submitted to LU one week
prior to final inspection. The drawings will be examined by LU OIT personnel and involved
parties for conformance to LU plans, codes, regulations, and general accuracy.
6. The construction area above ground will be inspected to ensure the following:
a. Restoration has been accomplished.
b. Permanent markers have been installed immediately beside the cables.
c. Road bores, if used, are properly completed and will not collapse a portion of the
road.
d. Debris and trash have been removed from the site.
e. Other instructions specific to the installation have been completed to the project
manager’s specifications.
7. All test results should be submitted in hard copy and in usable (MS Word) electronic
format and meet specifications.
8. At this time upon LU’s written acceptance, operations control becomes the responsibility of
LU. This constitutes Date of Acceptance.
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SECTION 27 1200
COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION AND LABELING
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.01 SCOPE
A.
This section describes the products and execution requirements relating to labeling of
telecommunications cabling, termination components, and related subsystems. Covered
systems include the following:
1. Equipment room backboards and equipment racks
2. Station cable and terminating equipment
3. Telecommunications grounds and related components
1.02 RELATED WORK
A.
Section 27100 – Communications Cable and Equipment
1.03 REFERENCE STANDARDS
A.
ANSI/NFPA – National Electric Code
B.
Missouri State Electrical Code – Volumes 1 & 2
C.
NEMA, UL, TIA/EIA, and ANSI Standards, where applicable standards have been established
D.
ANSI/TIA/EIA 606
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A.
Submit in accordance with provisions of Section 17000 and shop drawings of all materials
proposed.
B.
Prior to installation, the Contractor shall provide samples of all label types planned for the
project. These samples shall include examples of the lettering to be used. Samples shall be
mounted on 8 1/2” x 11” sheets annotated explaining their proposed use.
PART TWO – PRODUCTS
2.01 LABELS
A.
All labels shall be permanent and be machine generated (e.g., Brady or Panduit). No
handwritten or non-permanent labels shall be allowed. Labels shall be Brady “I.D. Pro” or
XC-Plus or approved equivalent. Labeling on backboards and/or equipment racks may be
pre-cut adhesive type.
B.
Characters on all labels shall be black printed on a white background.
C.
Label size should be appropriate to the cable size(s), outlet faceplate layout, patch panel
design, or other related equipment sizes and layouts.
D.
All labels to be used on cables shall be self-laminating, white/transparent vinyl, and be wrapped
around the cable sheath. The labels shall be of adequate size to accommodate the
circumference of the cable being labeled and properly self-laminated over the full extent of the
printed area of the label.
2.02 DOCUMENTATION
A.
All labeling will be documented on shop drawings listing each data port and voice port with the
cable(s) (telecommunication room number), the data patch panel(s) letter designation, the data
port number(s).
B.
All labeling will be documented in electronic and printed copies listing all data ports and their
corresponding room numbers.
PART THREE – EXECUTION
3.01 GENERAL
A.
Clean surfaces before attaching labels.
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B.
Install all labels firmly. Labels attached to terminating equipment such as backboards,
faceplates, 110 blocks, and patch panels shall be installed plumb and neatly on all equipment.
3.02 LABELING OF CABLING AND TERMINATION COMPONENTS
A.
Backboard and Equipment Racks
1. Backboards and equipment racks shall be labeled by the Contractor identifying the
telecommunication room. Additionally, equipment racks shall have an alpha character after
the room number unique to that particular communications closet. For example, TR1-A
would be the first rack in TR1.
2. Character height shall be 1-inch (minimum).
3.03 FIBER OPTIC BACKBONE, RISER CABLES, AND TERMINATION COMPONENTS
A.
All fiber optic backbone and copper (inter-building, riser, and tie) cables shall be identified AT
BOTH ENDS with a designation that identifies where the opposite end of the same cable
terminates (e.g., equipment room or telecommunications room I.D.). In addition, labeling of all
fiber optic cables shall include the number of fibers in the cable.
B.
Each fiber optic termination panel shall be clearly labeled indicating the destination of the
cable(s) and the fiber number of each fiber position. The cable identifiers are to be secured to
(1) the side and (2) the front cover of the panel enclosure.
3.04 STANDARD INFORMATION OUTLET (SIO) FACEPLATES
A.
All faceplates shall be clearly labeled indicating the destination of the cable(s)
(telecommunication room number), the data patch panel(s) letter designation, the data port
number(s) on the data patch panel(s), and the voice cable number(s).
B.
Telecommunications outlets are to be labeled (1) on the cover of the assembly and (2) on each
cable terminated at that location.
C.
Station cables shall be labeled within two inches of the cable end.
3.05 DATA PATCH PANELS
A.
All data patch panels shall be clearly labeled indicating the telecommunication room number,
the data patch panel letter designation, and the data port number on the data patch panel (ports
1 through 48). Each telecommunication room shall start with data patch panel ‘A’ and continue
through the alphabet.
B.
Station cables at the patch panels shall be labeled within two inches of the cable end.
C.
A data port schedule for each telecommunication room shall be created in spreadsheet format
(Excel) with the telecommunication room number, data patch panel letter designations, data
port numbers, and room numbers identified in the spreadsheet. In addition, for each data patch
panel port, a field shall be provided in the spreadsheet for Lincoln University OIT to manage the
cabling infrastructure by recording the device and any special notes pertaining to the room
utilizing the data cable terminated to the port.
D.
A sample of the data and voice port schedules shall be provided to Lincoln University OIT, in the
cable record book and in electronic format (Excel spreadsheet), with final documents provided
on the Project Drawings.
3.06 FIBER OPTIC CABLES AND TERMINATION COMPONENTS
A.
All fiber optic cables, termination enclosures and connector panels, and splice closures shall be
clearly labeled.
B.
In addition, labeling of all fiber optic cables shall include the number of fibers in the cable.
C.
Each fiber optic termination panel shall be clearly labeled indicating (1) the destination(s) of the
cable(s) and (2) fiber number of each fiber position. The cable identifiers are to be secured to
(1) the side and (2) the front cover of the panel enclosure.
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3.07 GROUND SYSTEM LABELING
A.
All grounds should be labeled as close as practical to the point of termination (for ease of
access to read the label). Labels shall be nonmetallic and include the following statement:
“WARNING: If this connector or cable is loose or must be removed, please call the building
telecommunications manger.” Refer to ANSI/TIA/EIA 606 for additional labeling requirements.
END OF SECTION
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