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FTTX Solutions

Multiport Service Terminal (MST) and Hardened Drop Cables

CommScope‘s FTTX infrastructure solutions are designed from the ground up to meet the unique requirements of FTTX networks. Designed for operational efficiency and scalability, CommScope’s FTTX solutions simplify network installation, maintenance and management from the central office/head end to the outside plant.

The Multiport Service Terminal (MST) incorporates hardened connector technology that is designed to withstand the rugged outside plant environment. These uniquely designed hardened connectors are factory-terminated and environmentally sealed for use in optical drop cable deployments.

CommScope’s Hardened Cables are environmentally robust to provide a reliable interface for fiber drop cables in the outside plant environment. At the same time, the hardened connector approach dramatically reduces splicing labor requirements. The rugged optical connector is hardened to protect against extreme temperature, moisture, UV, chemical exposure and other harsh conditions typically found in the outside plant.

Features

  • Robust environmental performance: Withstands extremes in temperature and conditions
  • Technician-friendly features: Intuitive design for ease of use
  • Decreased installation and incremental maintenance hours: Significant savings
  • Protection: Self-contained unit features hardened connectors for superior durability and reliability in the drop segment of the network

FTTX Solutions

Multiport Service Terminal (MST)

Hardened Connector Architecture

Benefits

  • The ultimate “Plug and Play” solution for durable and reliable service connection in the outside plant/drop segment of the network
  • Technician-friendly and greatly simplifies installation and maintenance by minimizing splicing required on the distribution side of the network
  • Cost effective solutions that provide for lower overall installed costs throughout the FTTX network
Hardened Connector Architecture

FTTX Solutions

Multiport Service Terminal (MST)

Business Case: Hardened Connector Technology vs. Field Splicing

A cost model comparing the installation costs of the traditional spliced FTTX architecture with one that incorporates MST hardened connector technology in a 192-home subdivision is provided below. Using the MST model, cable costs decreased by over 85% due primarily to the cable now being included in the terminal costs. The cost of pulling fiber cables decreased by about 25% and splicing costs were about 70% lower. Even though the MST approach added additional costs for service terminals, the overall cost was significantly lower for the distribution side of the network—approximately 19% less per home passed.

The drop cable portion of the network, between the service terminals and the ONTs, also reaps many advantages through a hardened drop connector approach. The technician can simply use a pre-connectorized drop cable, pre-connectorized at both ends in the factory and cut to specific lengths, to install between the service terminal and the home. These cables can be installed by any technician, possibly the same person connecting the electronics at each home. This greatly reduces the cost of drop cable installations in terms of time and skill level. A technician simply has to clean the connector faces at each end and plug them in.

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Total Costs
Cost/Home Passed
$109,072.00
$568.08
Total Costs
Cost/Home Passed
$88,442.00
$460.63

Features

  • Available in 2, 4, 6, and 8 port configurations
  • Flexible mounting options including pole, pedestal, hand hole or strand to support both aerial and below grade applications
  • Tested to meet GR-326, GR-771 and GR-3120 standards for robust environmental performance
  • Factory sealed enclosure provides resistance to environment
  • Improved structural design withstands stress and impact
  • Re-enterable enclosure allows for easy technician access for repairs

FTTX Solutions

Multiport Service Terminal (MST)

MST Specifications

TerminalDimensions (LxWxH)Ports/Homes Served
MST-0412.14″ x 3.95″ x 2.86″ (30.84 x 10.03 x 7.26 cm)4
MST-0412.14″ x 3.95″ x 2.86″ (30.84 x 10.03 x 7.26 cm)4
MST-0412.14″ x 3.95″ x 2.86″ (30.84 x 10.03 x 7.26 cm)4
MST-0412.14″ x 3.95″ x 2.86″ (30.84 x 10.03 x 7.26 cm)4
MST-0412.14″ x 3.95″ x 2.86″ (30.84 x 10.03 x 7.26 cm)4

MST Ordering Information

Terminal Model
022-Port
044-Port
066-Port
088-Port
Cable Type
ADielectric – Flat – Loose Tube
BLocatable – Flat – Loose Tube
CArmored – Round – Loose Tube
Mounting Style*
UUniversal: Terminal is on top of the spool, stub deploys first
AReverse Spool: Terminal is on the bottom of the spool, terminal deploys first
* 0 – 300′ length of cable is automatically coiled (option U), greater than 300’ cable length, chose U or A option.
Cable Stub Length
00550 Feet
0100100 Feet
0250250 Feet
0500500 Feet
0750750 Feet
10001000 Feet
15001500 Feet
20002000 Feet
Standard lengths shown.

FTTX Solutions

Multiport Service Terminal (MST)

The 4×3 terminal body is optimized form factor below grade enclosures and hand holes. The 12 port configuration provides superior technician access by providing three rows of four hardened adapters.

MST Specifications

TerminalDimensions (LxWxH)Ports/Homes Served
MST-0412.14″ x 3.95″ x 2.86″ (30.84 x 10.03 x 7.26 cm)4
MST-0412.14″ x 3.95″ x 2.86″ (30.84 x 10.03 x 7.26 cm)4
MST-0412.14″ x 3.95″ x 2.86″ (30.84 x 10.03 x 7.26 cm)4

MST Ordering Information

Terminal Model
022-Port
044-Port
066-Port
088-Port
Cable Type
ADielectric – Flat – Loose Tube
BLocatable – Flat – Loose Tube
CArmored – Round – Loose Tube
Mounting Style*
UUniversal: Terminal is on top of the spool, stub deploys first
AReverse Spool: Terminal is on the bottom of the spool, terminal deploys first
* 0 – 300′ length of cable is automatically coiled (option U), greater than 300’ cable length, chose U or A option.
Cable Stub Length
00550 Feet
0100100 Feet
0250250 Feet
Standard lengths shown.

Spool Specifications

SpoolDimensionsCable Length: DielectricCable Length: ToneableQuantity per Pallet
Small20 x 20 Flange, 5.5” CORE301’ – 1000’301’ – 750’12
Medium20 x 20 Flange, 5.5” CORE301’ – 1000’301’ – 750’12
Large20 x 20 Flange, 5.5” CORE301’ – 1000’301’ – 750’12

Bativ Technology

FTTH & OSP Solutions Expert in China

Bativ is here to meet all of your connectivity, FTTx and outside plants (OSP) needs, whether you are a fiber Internet provider or fiber optic service company. Our resources and supply chain are ready for your service any time. Whether it is a small fiber optic component for connectivity, a customized need for FTTH termination solution, or an easy installation for outside plants (OSP) cabling, you can expect us to offer a suitable solution with quality products. You are buying the right fiber optic products at the right price. No overpaying with promise!

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Address: 7F, Huixin Building, No.89 Hetai Road, Baiyun, Guangzhou, China 510440

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Bativ Technology

FTTH & OSP Solutions Expert in China

Bativ is here to meet all of your connectivity, FTTx and outside plants (OSP) needs, whether you are a fiber Internet provider or fiber optic service company. Our resources and supply chain are ready for your service any time. Whether it is a small fiber optic component for connectivity, a customized need for FTTH termination solution, or an easy installation for outside plants (OSP) cabling, you can expect us to offer a suitable solution with quality products. You are buying the right fiber optic products at the right price. No overpaying with promise!