CommScope BOSTM BrightPath Optical Solutions - Manual (Page 30)

Midspan entry of BrightPath ® distribution cable
Details for midspan entry for the suggested BrightPath distribution cables are contained in CommScope’s
BrightPath Tap Installation document. Prior to beginning mid-span entry, make sure these tools and materials
are handy:
Fiber optic strippers (e.g. Ripley FO 103-S)
Round cable stripper (e.g. Ripley RCS-114)
Armored cable stripper (e.g. Ripley ACS-100)
Buffer tube cutter (e.g. Ideal 45-162)
Phillips head screwdriver
5/16” nut driver
Scissors or snips
Utility knife
Needle nose pliers
Tape measure
7/16” wrench
Cable ties
Optical power meter
Water-based lubricant
40 feet of #6 AWG solid copper wire
8.2 Optical Tap Installation
Midspan entry