10 Advantages of Telect Overhead Fiber Tray

Just like highways support cars and traffic, management trays are designed to support communication cables. As the condition of the road affects the traverse of our vehicles, so too does the quality and design of the tray affect the performance of our cables. Cost is one of the biggest considerations in any structured cabling installation and must be weighed against the quality of any individual component. In the case of Overhead Fiber Cable Management here are 10 advantagesand benefits associated with the use of Telect WaveTrax Express.

1) Works for both new fiber builds and existing layouts.

2) Easy tool-free installation with ratcheting bracket.

3) Reduces installation time by up to 75%.

4) Simplifies design layouts. 

5) Expansion requires no cutting. 

6) Installs anywhere along the fiber trough. 

7) Eliminates foreign object debris when installing. 

8) Universal design fits Telect, TE, and Panduit® fiber ducting solutions.

9) Manufactured in North America.   

10) Available in 4, 6 and 12 inch troughs.  

"Say goodbye to specialized tools, cutting trough, and predesigned layouts," Eric Ballew, Telect's Director of Fiber, said. "Get your network cable management on the fast track."

Whether installing a new build or expanding an existing design, WaveTrax Express™ trumps the complicated pre-planning associated with traditional fiber ducting builds. WaveTrax Express™ is the universal solution for expanding overhead cable management systems, compatible with Telect, TE, and Panduit® fiber trough systems. 

For more information on Telect products call 1-800-427-2055. 

You can also visit the Telect YouTube page to see the product in action orDownload the ordering guide.

• Data Center
• Fiber Optic Networks
• Cable Management

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  Written by

  Edgar R. Schuchardt

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Benefits of deploying engineered links in the Data Center.

Due to the critical nature of business, many mission critical data center installations are conducted on weekends or evenings to minimize network downtime and disruption. Flexibility and growth are driving factors when it comes to these complex environments which have led to the growing popularity of scalable and modular structured cabling solutions. Pre-terminated cabling systems were designed specifically to accomplish these objectives. 

Here are some of the main benefits when considering RapidNet: 

• Ensured performance, factory tested
• Supports both fiber and copper mediums
• Supports Migration from 1GbE, 10GbE, 40GbE to 100GbE
• Faster installations, more than 85% faster than traditional field-terminated assemblies
• Minimized network downtimes and lessened security risks
• Immediate and continuing return of investment
• Available as a Zero U Solution
• Improved cable management and cost-effective work force utilization
• Flexibility for a variety of applications
• Easier and more accurate job estimations

RapidNet is a pre-terminated cabling solution that provides data centers with the reliability and flexibility they require to increase density and bandwidth, maximize processing capacity, address space constraints, and reduce operational costs. Suitable applications include: Mission Critical Data Centers, Central Offices, CATV Headends, Enterprise Data Centers, Disaster Recovery, Redundancy Planning, and Temporary Networks.

This pre-terminated, pre-tested solution leaves no excess waste, provides a lower cost of ownership, and minimizes downtime while maintaining reliability.

Check out the product video and customer testimonials below.

To get a free onsite consultation email eds@datcominc.com or call today 1-800-427-2055

• Data Center
• Fiber Optic Networks
• Copper Cabling

How important is cleaning your optical fibers?

A high percentage of fiber optic transmission problems are the result of contaminated connectors and couplers. Dirt not only impacts the speed and performance of a network, but also damages equipment.

As a manufacturer of fiber optic cables Datcom is keenly aware of the implications of improper cleaning of end faces and recommends the following points to ensure that your fiber networks are always up and running. 

• Dust caps are for protection only and do not mean that the fiber inside is clean. 

• Inspection of ferrules with a scope is a must and if possible used with an analysis software. Even the most experienced technician cannot visually determine the cleanliness of a fiber. 

• Do not use alcohol when cleaning fiber. It is hygroscopic which means it attracts water molecules from the air. 

• Use a wet to dry cleaning process to avoid electrostatic attraction. 

• Use an optical grade cleaning fluid for the static to dissipate. 

• Use optical grade lint free wipes that have high absorbency and strength. 

• Use cleaning sticks that are made from multiple fibers and can spread and contact the entire surface of the end face when port cleaning. 

Proper installation practices, coupled with advanced inspection procedures and professional cleaning products will not only save a technician repeated onsite visits and time. But also eliminate customer complaints along with loss of confidence and money. 

Written by: Edgar Schuchardt

Account  Manager at Datcom Inc. 

For more information on fiber products call 1-800-427-2055. 

You can also visit fiber cleaning online to see the product.