Tempo Communications unveils DFR100 Drop Fiber Repair Kit
Tempo Communications has unveiled the DFR100 Drop Fiber Repair Kit, which technicians can either bury or mount during their fiber deployments for potential use as needed. The IP68-rated DFR100 an contain as many as 12 fusion splices and 2 mechanical splices in a secure plastic casing.
The DFR100 supports common fiber sizes of 8.1-mm, 5.4-mm, and 5.1-mm rectangular cables and 5.1-mm round cables with provided individual sealing gaskets. Tempo says technicians can easily assemble the plastic casing with common tools. The IP68 rating means the enclosed spliced will be safe from dirt, moisture, and the elements, the company asserts.
“This Drop Fiber Repair Kit is really a game-changer for the fiber technician,” said Keith Foord, fiber instruments product manager with Tempo Communications. “It can handle up to 14 splices and ensures they are safely protected either underground, on the side of a building, or pole mounted. After the initial install, a technician can re-enter the DFR100 to address future issues and be confident that the enclosed cables will remain protected afterwards.”
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