CommScope Trunk & Distribution Cable - Manual (Page 12)

Storage and Stacking CommScope Reels
CommScope cable can be stored indoors or outdoors, and the cable may be stacked on flange or stored upright
on the rolling edge. Use a forklift or some type of overhead hoist to stack cable.
When cable is stored outside, the ground should be somewhat level and have good drainage to reduce the
possibility of deterioration of the reel flanges. CommScope’s reel recycling program only accepts reels in good
condition.
Reels which are stored on the rolling edge should be
aligned flange to flange to prevent possible damage to
the cable once the protective cover has been removed.
Stacking CommScope Cable
When CommScope cable is moved, shipped, or stored,
use this table to ensure that maximum stacking heights
are not exceeded. Consideration must be given to the
maximum height as well as the total weight of the stack.
To allow the use of a pallet jack or forklift, place boards
between each layer and a pallet on the ground under
the bottom reel. Exceeding the recommended storage
and loading heights may damage the cable due to
flange deflection.
QR Cable Maximum Maximum
Storage Height Loading Height
QR 540 5 Reels 3 Reels
QR 715 5 Reels 3 Reels
QR 860 5 Reels 3 Reels
MC
2 Cable
Maximum Maximum
Storage Height Loading Height
MO500 6 Reels 4 Reels
MO650 6 Reels 4 Reels
MO750 5 Reels 3 Reels
P3 Cable Maximum Maximum
Storage Height Loading Height
P3 500 6 Reels 4 Reels
P3 625 6 Reels 4 Reels
P3 750 5 Reels 3 Reels
P3 875 5 Reels 3 Reels
2.3 Handling and Testing
Storing and Stacking Reels