Accessories

FOR CABLE INSTALLATION

E U R O P E / M I D D L E E A S T / A F R I C A P roduct S E L E C T I O N G U I D E 2 0 0 9

Table of Contents

Introduction
Cable Installation Accessories
Cable Hoisting and Attachments.................................................. 8
Weatherproofing........................................................................ 16
Cable Entry................................................................................ 19
Installation Aids......................................................................... 22

Lightning Protection
Grounding Kits........................................................................... 30
Grounding Bars.......................................................................... 34
Surge Arrestors . ....................................................................... 37

Appendixes
Appendix 1: Quarterwave Stub Surge Arrestors........................ 40
Appendix 2: Gas Tube Surge Arrestors..................................... 43
Appendix 3: dc Passing T-Series Surge Arrestors..................... 46
Appendix 4: Lightning Strike Probability................................... 47
Appendix 5: Hanger Spacing Guidelines................................... 48
Appendix 6: Hardware and Accessory
Consolidation Reference............................................................ 55

Index................................................................................................ 60

A Cable Hoisting and Attachment

B

Weatherproofing

Cable Entry

Grounding Kits

Grounding Bars

Arrestor Plus Surge Arrestors

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Selection Guide
Elements of a Cable Mounting and Protection System

Once youve selected the cable and connectors for your system, the cable mounting and protection system must
be planned. Andrew offers a comprehensive line of installation accessories and lightning protection systems to
help you realize your communications systems full potential.

Hoisting Grips

Cable Entry

Select a hoisting grip to safely raise the

cable and hold it during hanger attachment.
In some cases, a hoisting grip must also be
used with a calibrated clamp, available from
Andrew, to provide permanent support for
the cable.

The final step in a base station installation

is to bring the cable into the building or
radio cabinet. Two basic types of cable
entry systems are available: a standard
building entry, and an integrated system
that combines cable entry and lightning
surge suppression into one efficient system.

Hangers
The type or shape of the structure, the space
available for cable attachment, the type of
environment the system will be exposed to,
and the ease of installation or maintenance
are key considerations. Many hanger options
are available, and many variables have
tradeoffs that affect total hanger system cost.
The table on page 15 will help you select the
best hangers for your system and budget.

Weatherproofing
Weatherproofing keeps connector interfaces
tight and adds an additional layer of protection
against the environment. Andrew offers three
types of weatherproofing. A standard weatherproofing kit provides universal coverage
and uses butyl and vinyl tapes to wrap
connector surfaces. Our 3M Cold Shrink
weatherproofing kit uses a self-shrinking
technology to reduce installation time. New
WeatherShield enclosures seal and protect
connectors for the environment in seconds.

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Grounding Kits
A grounding kit diverts transient currents
from lightning off the transmission line
to an earth grounding system to prevent
damage to cable and radio equipment. A
typical installation uses three grounding
kits: near the top of the main feeder cable,
at the bottom of the main feeder prior to the
horizontal run, and just prior to the cable
entering the building. Andrew offers three
kit types to meet the requirements of your
system and budget.

Surge Arrestors
Andrew Arrestor Plus surge arrestors
provide the last stage of an effective
lightning protection system. Install them
to divert lightning transients off the inner
conductor of your coaxial cable before they
reach your radio equipment. Select from a
variety of surge arrestors to meet your
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CABLE INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES

( Cable Hoisting and Attachment

( Weatherproofing
( Cable Entry
( Installation Aids

Cable Installation Accessories

Cable Hoisting and Attachment

Support/Hoisting Grip

Standard Hoisting Grip

Safer, Faster Cable Hoisting

For Transmission Line Installation

Lift and support cable in your monopole or on your tower faster and
more safely and without the threat of slippage. Our one-piece grip
and locking clamp speed and simplify installation by eliminating time
consuming lacing.

Use at 200 ft (60 m) intervals to raise cable on tower. Use with additional support clamp to achieve optimum cable grip.

Use at 200 ft (60 m) intervals to raise cable and provide permanent

cable support. Basic kit includes one grip and one support clamp.
Support clamps are also available in kits of 10. Installation tool is
required.
Part Number Part Number
Support Grip
F1SGRIP
L1SGRIP
L2SGRIP
F2SGRIP
C2SGRIP
L4SGRIP
F4SGRIP
L45SGRIP
L5SGRIP
L6SGRIP
L7SGRIP
L12SGRIP
3CCGRIP
Part Number
SG-IT

Support Clamp Cable Size

F1SGRIP-1IK
1/4"
L1SGRIP-1IK
1/4"
L2SGRIP-2IK
3/8"
F2SGRIP-2IK
3/8"
C2SGRIP-2IK
3/8"
L4SGRIP-4IK
1/2"
F4SGRIP-4IK
1/2"
L45SGRIP-45IK 5/8"
L5SGRIP-5IK
7/8"
L6SGRIP-6IK
1-1/4"
L7SGRIP-7IK
1-5/8"
L12SGRIP-12IK 2-1/4"


Description
Support Clamp Installation Tool

Cable Type
FSJ1
LDF1
LDF2, FXL-500
FSJ2
CNT-400
LDF4, FXL-540
FSJ4
LDF4.5
LDF5, VXL5, AVA5, FXL-780
LDF6, VXL6, AVA6, FXL-1480
LDF7, VXL7, AVA7, FXL-1873
LDF12
RET cable

TIP!

Use the support/hoisting grip whenever possible. Rely on the standard,

TIP!
lace
up hoisting grip only when connectors are pre-attached or you have
to place a grip in the middle of a cable run over 200 ft.

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Part Number

Part Number

Hoisting Grip
43094
29958
19256B
29961
24312A
31535
26985A
34759
31031-1

Optional Support Clamp

L4SGRIP-4IK
L45SGRIP-45IK
L5SGRIP-5IK
L6SGRIP-6IK
L7SGRIP-7IK
L12SGRIP-12IK

Cable Size
1/2"
5/8"
7/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/8"
2-1/4"
3"
4"
5"

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Cable Hoisting and Attachment

Click-On Hangers
Click-On HangersInstall Cable with One Easy Click
Stackable click-on hangers install in just minutes and provide a perfect
fit that gives your telecommunications system a compact, orderly cable
installation, especially in confined spaces.

Part Number
Attachment Hardware
243684-M
Compact angle adapter, see page 12 for details
244350
Ceiling adapter, kit of 10
Round member adapter (various sizes) see page 12

Available in either single or double versions, click-on hangers are

manufactured of tough UV-resistant material and set the standard for
durability, simplicity of installation, and cost effectiveness. They are
attached with threaded rod (sold separately) and can be stacked up to
three high. Fits corrugated and smoothwall cables.
United States Patent: 5794897.

Double

Single

Part Number
L4CLICK

Part Number
Description
L4SCLICK Click-on hanger for 1/2 in coaxial
cable, kit of 10
Click-on hanger for 5/8 in coaxial
cable, kit of 10
L5SCLICKB Click-on hanger for 7/8 in coaxial
cable, kit of 10
L6SCLICK Click-on hanger for 1-1/4 in coaxial
cable, kit of 10
L7SCLICK Click-on hanger for 1-5/8 in coaxial
cable, kit of 10

L45CLICK
L5CLICKB
L6CLICK
L7CLICK

Flat Member Attachment

Round Member Attachment

Angle Adapter Attachment

Ceiling Adapter Attachment

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Cable Hoisting and Attachment

Click-On Hanger Hardware Kits

Miniature Click-On Hangers

Click-on hanger attachment hardware is constructed M10 stainless steel

for durability. Select hardware length according to planned hanger stack
height. Each kit contains 10 threaded rods, 30 nuts, 40 flat washers and
20 lock washers. Note: Click-on hangers accommodate two runs of cable
and can be stacked up to three deep to handle up to six runs.

Fast, easy installation for small cables

Part Number

Metric
243095-11
243095-7
243095-3
243095-12
243095-8
243095-4

Stack Height Cable Size

(# of hangers)
1
2
3
1
2
3

1/2" or 7/8"
1/2" or 7/8"
1/2" or 7/8"
1-1/4" or 1-5/8"
1-1/4" or 1-5/8"
1-1/4" or 1-5/8"

Rod Length
in (mm)
3.97 (101)
5.50 (141)
7.10 (181)
5.00 (126)
7.30 (186)
9.90 (251)

Now installing small cables into hangers is accomplished in one easy

click with miniature click-on hangers.
Each compact, miniature click-on hanger accommodates two runs of
cable. Miniature click-on hangers are compact and stackable, making it
easy to install several runs of cable in confined spaces.
Miniature click-on hangers are cost effective and durable. With flexible
gripping ribs, the hanger provides secure support on a range of cable
sizes, and indexing on the hanger body helps align cables during
installation.
Specifically designed to accommodate small corrugated coaxial cables,
elliptical waveguide, and braided cable runs, miniature click-on hangers
provide a perfect fit for your installation. Hangers are packed in kits of
10. Attachment hardware, made of anti-corrosion coated metal for long
service life, is sold separately in kits of 10.
United States Patent: 7,007,900.

Select hardware by intended hanger stack height.

TIP!

Multi-run hangers are the best choice for installing cables where space
TIP! limited on crowded towers.
is very

10

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Part Number
68MCLICK

912MCLICK

1316MCLICK

Description
Click-on hangers for 68 mm cable;
FSJ1A, CNT-240, CNT-300
Click-on hangers for 912 mm cable;
LDF1, EFX2, FSJ2, LDF2, CNT-400, EW380
Click-on hangers for 1316 mm cable;
FSJ4, LDF4-50A, CNT-500, CNT-600

Part Number
252026-10KT
252027-10KT

252028-10KT

252029-10KT

Description
Mini angle adapters, M8 tap
Single stack hardware for
mini click-on hangers, M8 thread
Double stack hardware for
mini click-on hangers, M8 thread
Triple stack hardware for
mini click-on hangers, M8 thread

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Cable Hoisting and Attachment

Hardware Sets, Kit of 10

Kits include 3/8 inch fillister-head bolts, lock washers, and nuts for
attachment of standard hangers to drilled tower members. Not for use
on 31768A-M and 243684-M angle adapters.
B

Part Number
31769-5
31769-1

Length
3/4 in (19 mm)
1 in (25 mm)

Standard Hangers
Standard Hangers and HardwareFor Security and Flexibility
Standard hangers are designed to attach smoothwall and corrugated
coaxial cables and waveguide securely to just about any type of support
structure. The clamp locking bolt and nut are pre-assembled and
captivated to minimize installation labor. They are drilled for 3/8 inch or
M10 mounting hardware and feature slots for round member adapter
clamps. See page 12 for accessories to adapt these hangers to most
tower configurations.
Please refer to Appendix 5 for specific recommendations.
Hanger
Part Number
43211A
43211A
42396A-9
42396A-5
42396A-1
42396A-2
42396A-4
31766A-11
31766A-10

Cable Size
3/8"
1/2"
5/8"
7/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/8"
2-1/4"
3"
4"

Photo Reference
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
C
C

Hanger
Part Number
31766A-9
31766A-10
31766A-11
42396A-4
42396A-16
42396A-8
42396A-7
42396A-1
42396A-11
42396A-5
42396A-5
42396A-9
42396A-9
43211A
43211A
43211A

Waveguide
Size
EW17
EW20
EW28
EW37
EW43
EW52
EW63
EW64
EW77
EW85
EW90
EW127A
EW132
EW180
EW220
EW240

Photo Reference
C
C
C
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B

Additional Mounting Hardware

Threaded Rod Support Kit for Standard Hangers.
Use to mount hangers away from supporting structure, under cable
bridge, and inside equipment room. Includes M10 stainless steel
threaded rod, nuts, and washers. Attach to angle tower members with
31768A-M or 243684-M. Kit of 10.
Part Number
243095-4

Rod Length, in (mm)

9.9 (250)

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Cable Hoisting and Attachment

Compact Stainless Steel Angle Adapters

Round Member Adapter

Compact, lightweight, high quality stainless steel angle adapters provide

a cost saving option to standard adapters for many wireless systems
that use HELIAX coaxial cable. These compact angle adapters are
suitable for use with single runs of HELIAX cable up to 2-1/4 inch in
diameter. When used with our stackable click-on hangers, they can
accommodate up to six runs of 1-5/8 inch cable or smaller cable.
Includes M10 hanger attachment hardware, kit of 10.

Stainless steel clamps to mount 1/2 inch to 4 inch cable hangers to

round support members. Two each are needed for 3 inch and 4 inch
cable hangers, kit of 10.

Part Number

Description

243684-M

Compact angle adapter, M10 thread, kit of 10

Angle Adapter
Stainless steel, kit of 10. For mounting 1/2 inch to 4 inch cable hangers
to angle tower members up to 7/8 in (22 mm) thick. Includes hanger
attachment hardware.
Part Number
31768A-M

Description
Standard angle adapter, M10 thread, kit of 10

Part Number
31670-1
31670-2
31670-3
31670-4
31670-5
31670-6

Tower Standoff
Adapters with round member clamps and hardware for 1/2 inch to
4 inch hangers. They are prepunched for SnapStak hangers and include
a 3/8 inch tapped insert to accept standard hangers. (Use hardware
number 31769-5 for hanger attachment.) All parts are stainless steel,
kit of 10.
Part Number
TTS3-7515
TTS3-153
TTS3-34
TTS3-45
TTS3-56

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Member Diameter, in (mm)

12 (2550)
23 (5075)
34 (75100)
45 (100125)
56 (125150)
68 (150200)

Member Diameter, in (mm)

0.751.5 (2040)
1.53.0 (4075)
34 (75100)
45 (100125)
56 (125150)

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Cluster Support Bracket

Clamp Head
Part Number
MF39901-10

Description
Clamp head, kit of 10

The cluster support bracket is a versatile means to support multiple runs

of coaxial cable in virtually any application. The oval design allows coaxial
cable to be run inside and outside of the bracket, which maximizes its
capacity. Each bracket features 3/4 inch holes to accommodate snap-in
hangers and 3/8 inch holes for butterfly hangers using standard 3/8 inch
hardware. The cluster support bracket supports seven runs of coaxial
cable. Sold in units of one, U-bolt hardware sold separately.
Part Number
CS-B

Description
Cluster support bracket with U-bolt
for 2-3/8 in round member attachment

Nylon Cable Ties For Jumper Cable Attachment

Cable ties secure cable bundles where space is limited. They are an
excellent choice for organizing jumper cables within and between radio
cabinets and for bundling jumper cables. Nylon cable ties provide
support for small diameter cable 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch. Typical applications include securing jumper cables in buildings and along horizontal
antenna mounting arms.
Part Number
Description
40417 Nylon cable ties, 5/16 in wide
14.5 in long, kit of 50

Snap-In Adapter Bracket

This bracket is used in conjunction with WRAPLOCK and is used on
large, round members, water towers, or outside of a monopole. The
brackets slide on the WRAPLOCK and hold up to six runs of coaxial
cable. You can use multiple brackets for the number of runs required
for your system. The galvanized steel bracket supports both standard
hangers and snap-in hangers. Accommodates six runs of snap-in
hangers and four runs of click-on hangers.
WRAPLOCK is a trademark of Hanler Corporation

Universal Snap-In Bracket

Part Number
RM-USBG
12395-1

Description
Snap-in adapter bracket, kit of 10
Stainless steel WRAPLOCK, 100 ft, with fasteners

These galvanized steel brackets are designed to work on both angle

and round members. They are pre-punched with 3/4 inch holes to hold
snap-in hangers or standard hangers.
Part Number
Description
SS-TB2550 Universal snap-in bracket, for 1-1/2 in to 5-9/16 in
round member 2-1/2 in to 5 in angle member.
Accommodates six snap-in or standard hangers.
SS-TB6080
Universal snap-in bracket, for 6 in to 10-3/4 in

round member 6 in to 8 in angle member.

Accommodates six snap-in or standard hangers.

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KwikClamp Hangers
Multiple Run Cable Hangers for European Norms
Ideal for multiple run cable hangers designed exclusively for Europeanstyle towers, cost effective KwikClamp cable hangers eliminate the need
for drilling and adapters. These self-clamping cable hangers attach
directly to round or flat tower members, providing sturdy, reliable,
long-term support to systems. Hangers are sold in kits of 10.
KwikClamp Ordering Information
See the table below to build a KwikClamp part number for your application.

1 Select your cable size and note the base part number shown
below that cable size.

2 Select the tower member type and the number of cable runs
for your application.

3 Locate the part number detail at the junction of the cable size
column and the tower member type row. The base part number
plus the part number detail indicates the full part number.

For example, the KwikClamp hanger part number for three runs of
7/8 inch cable on an 825 mm round tower member is L5CLAMP-RDN-3.

Cable and Hanger Type

Cable Size
Base Part Number

14

RG8
R8CLAMP-( )

1/2"
L4CLAMP-( )

5/8"
L45CLAMP-( )

7/8"
L5CLAMP-( )

1-1/4"
L6CLAMP-( )

1-5/8"
L7CLAMP-( )

Tower Member Type

# of
Runs

3-11 mm

UNV-2

8-25 mm round or
3-25 mm flat plate

1
2
3

RDN-1
RDN-2
RDN-3

RDN-1
RDN-2
RDN-3

RDN-1
RDN-2
RDN-3

RDN-1
RDN-2
RDN-3

RDN-1
RDN-2
RDN-3

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Hanger Selection Guide

Click-On Single,
Double, or
Miniature Hangers
Engineered plastic
single or double

KwikClamp
Hangers
Stainless steel
and plastic

Standard Hangers
Stainless steel

Support/
Hoisting Grips*
Tin coated bronze

Cable Ties**
Nylon

Cable runs supported

2 to 6

1 to 3

Primary applications

Rooftops, water
towers, and towers with
limited space

New or existing
towers

Tower installations
subject to high wind,
high corrosion, and
high ice

Monopole towers

Jumper cables and

inter-rack cabling

Typical installation
time (minutes)***

20

15

20

Key feature

Stackable up to
three high

Built in tower
adapter

Stainless steel
tensioning hardware

Calibrated clamp
provides permanent
cable support

Universal fastening

Benefits

A ttaches cables in
compact six run
bundles
V
 ersatile and
adaptable to almost
any application
E
 asy to install
click-on design
U
 V stable

R
 equires no
additional
hardware for tower
attachments
F
 its round, flat angle,
and C-channel tower
members
Q
 uick installation
U
 V stable

Impervious to
environmental
extremes
A
 daptable to various
tower configurations

Q
 uick installation
M
 onopole
application
A
 ccommodates
single run of cable

Hanger Type
Construction

F its most cable sizes

and tower members
Q
 uick installation
Inexpensive
A
 ccommodates single
run of lightweight
cable

Attachment capability
(Tower member type)

3 /8" (M10) drilled

hardware ladder
V
 arious adapters
(see page 11)

R
 ound member
Angle member
channel section
Cable ladders

3 /8" (M10) drilled

cable ladder
V
 arious adapters
(see page 12)

A
 ll

R
 ound

Additional parts
needed

Threaded rod and

hardware

None

Tower attachment
hardware kit

None

None

Tower adapters
(allows hanger
attachment to
various tower types)

R
 ound member
adapter
A
 ngle adapter

None required

R
 ound member
adapter
A
 ngle adapter

None

towers and
monopoles

required

member,
angle member,
cable ladders

None

required

Conditions
* Support grip or hoisting/support grip required with all cable installations
** Should only be used with 1/2 in cable and smaller
*** Installation time based on a 100 ft (30 m) run of 7/8 in cable with 3 ft (1 m) hanger spacing. Monopole application applied 200 ft intervals, 2 minutes.

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Weatherproofing

NEW! WeatherShield Reusable Connection Protection

Enclosures
For In-Line Connectors, Antennas, and Tower Top Devices
Complete your transmission line installation with WeatherShield connection protection enclosures which seal and protect connectors from the
environment.
This robust enclosure offers an additional measure of system protection
by keeping connections clean, dry and tightly coupled.
The reusable enclosure contains an innovative trifold seal that provides
complete moisture block for installed connectors. The ease of installation on hard-to-reach connections and the long-term protection
provided by this enclosure makes it the most cost-effective solution
available today. The WeatherShield connection protection enclosure
takes just seconds to install. Simply place the housing around the
connector and snap the tabs together.
No tapes, tools, or shrink tubes are required. The Andrew WeatherShield
connection protection enclosures will accommodate Type N and
7-16 DIN connections and are compatible with Andrew HELIAX cable,
SureFlex cable assemblies, and most brands of standard jumpers.
Part Number
AWE-A12-C
AWE-7812
AWE-11412
AWE-15812

Description
Enclosure for 1/2 in antenna connection/device
Enclosure for 7/8 in to 1/2 in connections
Enclosure for 1-1/4 in to 1/2 in connections
Enclosure for 1-5/8 in to 1/2 in connections

New compact version for jumper cables features slider bar

closure method.
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24% smaller profile

Slide bar closure

100% reusable

More Information: See the installation video at http://awapps.commscope.com/

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Weatherproofing

Weathertight Seal
Quickly Installs in Three Minutes
3M Cold Shrink weatherproofing seals and protects connectors and
jumper-to-antenna interfaces from the environment.
Cold Shrink weatherproofing simply slips over the connection and
compresses around the interface. No tapes or heat guns are required
for sealing or shrinking. Simply place the Cold Shrink kit over the cable
and connector, make the connection, and unwind the pull-tab applicator.
Once it is collapsed, its continuous compression design forms a
watertight seal around the cable.
Kits are available for transitions from larger to smaller diameter cable,
such as 1-5/8 inch to 1/2 inch, or for same diameter cable, such as
1/2 inch to 1/2 inch. See the table for part numbers.
3M and Cold Shrink are trademarks of Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company

Part Number

Minimum Application Diameter, in (mm)*

Connectors, 7-16 DIN or Type N

245173
0.630.41 (1610.0)
241475-13
0.800.29 (207.4)
245171
0.840.29 (27.4)
245172
1.200.29 (307.4)
245175
1.400.41 (3610.0)
Antennas, filters, amplifiers, 7-16 DIN or Type N
245174
0.840.29 (217.4)

Kit Coverage, Cable Size to Cable Size

3/8" through 1/2"
5/8"
7/8"
1-5/8" or 1 1/4"
2-1/4"

to
to
to
to
to

3/8" through 1/2"

1/4" through 1/2"
1/4" through 1/2"
1/4" through 1/2"
1/4" through 1/2"

1/2"7/8" jumpers to antenna

* Minimum application diameter is the fully compressed diameter of each tube in the kit.

Self-fusing Tape
Self-fusing and marking tape is a time saving alternative to traditional
butyl rubber sealant tapes. The silicone tapes are produced from
specially formulated UV-resistant silicone rubber. When applied to
RF connectors, the tape wraps bond together giving the connection
an additional layer of protection against water, dirt, and vibration.
Compared to conventional tapes, self-fusing tape is both easy to
apply and remove from connections.
Available in three colors options, self-fusing tape can also be used to
color code tower top cable installations, making it easy to locate cables
for monitoring purposes.
Part Number
FT-TB
FT-TR
FT-TW
FT-TC

Description
Self-fusing tape, black .030" x 1.5" x 15'
Self-fusing tape, red .030" x 1.5" x 15'
Self-fusing tape, white .030" x 1.5" x 15'
Self-fusing tape, clear .030" x 1.5" x 15'

Quantity
2 rolls
2 rolls
2 rolls
2 rolls

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Weatherproofing

Standard Weatherproofing Kit for Connectors

and Antennas
The application of sealing materials to coaxial cable connections protects
them from weather conditions. These include moisture penetration and
loosening of connections from vibrations caused by strong winds. Andrew
recommends weatherproofing these connections with standard weatherproofing tapes such as butyl and plastic electrical tapes.
d
d

Standard Weatherproofing Tape

Part Number
221213
221213-S
42615-10
9905-41
9905-71

Description
Complete kit, black
Complete kit, slate gray
2-1/2 in x 24 in butyl rubber roll
3/4 in x 66 ft black plastic tape roll
2 in x 20 ft black plastic tape roll

Main feeder cable-to-jumper cable connection

J umper cable-to-antenna connection

This kit provides an additional moisture seal and keeps connections free
of dirt and tarnish from pollution. It also prevents loosening of connections from vibration or other external stresses, which would eventually
allow moisture penetration. The sealed connection is suitable for typical
exposed and buried cable applications.
Andrew 221213 Weatherproofing Kit contains:
2 rolls of 3/4 in x 66 ft black plastic tape
1 roll of 2 in x 20 ft black plastic tape
6 rolls of 2-1/2 in x 24 in butyl rubber tape
Weatherproofing Connections Per Kit

Connection Type
2-1/4 in to 1/2 in (57 mm to 13 mm)
1-5/8 in to 1/2 in (41 mm to 13 mm)
1-1/4 in to 1/2 in (32 mm to 13 mm)
7/8 in to 1/2 in (22 mm to 13 mm)
1/2 in to 1/2 in (13 mm to 13 mm)
7/8 in to antenna, amplifier, device (22 mm to 13 mm)
1/2 in to antenna, amplifier, device (13 mm to 13 mm)

Applications
Per Kit
2
2
2
4
12
12
12

TIP!
d When

applied, the tape must be above 32F (0C) to ensure adhesion.

TIP! tape warm by carrying in coat pockets.
Keep
d Do not stretch the tape. Apply only enough tension to provide a
smooth wrap.
d Smooth each wrapped layer with your hands to ensure full adhesion.
d Do not pull the tape to tear tapealways cut it. (Pulled tape eventually
unravels, decreasing protection.)
d Add extra final layers of tape in warmer climates where there will be long
exposure to damaging ultra violet (UV) rays. Two or three extra layers of tape
will provide additional UV protection.
d When wrapping tape, overlap the tape to half-width.
d Ensure vent or drain holes at the bottom of the antenna or device are not
covered with weatherproofing tape.

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Colored Electrical Marking Tape

Colored tape is a convenient way to mark and code cable runs.
Six different colors are available in 3/4 inch x 66 inch rolls. Sold in
individual rolls.
Part Number
CM-TB
CM-TBR
CM-TG
CM-TR
CM-TW
CM-TY

Description
Blue, 3/4 in x 66 ft (19.1 mm x 20.1 m)
Brown, 3/4 in x 66 ft (19.1 mm x 20.1 m)
Green, 3/4 in x 66 ft (19.1 mm x 20.1 m)
Red, 3/4 in x 66 ft (19.1 mm x 20.1 m)
White, 3/4 in x 66 ft (19.1 mm x 20.1 m)
Yellow, 3/4 in x 66 ft (19.1 mm x 20.1 m)

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Cable Entry

ArrestorPort II
Integrated Transmission Line Entry/Ground System
The ArrestorPort II integrated building entry/ground system unifies
the installation of entry ports, Arrestor Plus surge protectors, and
transmission line grounding into a single integrated entry/ground system.
The ArrestorPort II integrated wall entry/grounding system kit consists
of a 4 port entry panel and a 1/8 inch tin plated copper ground bar
assembly with punch-outs for 13 bulkhead mounted surge arrestors
(7-16 DIN and Type N). Use with Arrestor Plus surge arrestors (pages 37
and 38, order separately) and SnapSeal cable boots (page 20 and 21,
order separately).
Part Number
APORT-13-4

Description
Provides mounting positions for 13 bulkhead mount
surge arrestors and includes four 4 inch holes for
waveguide entry

Multiple Entrance Wall/Roof Feed-Thru Plate

Plate with one or more 4 inch holes. Weatherproof sealing caps
included. Use with the corresponding size rubber cable boot (sold
separately).

Part Number

Number
of Openings

Height,
in (mm)

4 in (102 mm) Entry Opening, Multiple Entrance Plate

204673-1
1
7.0 (178.0)
204673-2
1
5.0 (127.0)
204673-2A
2
7.0 (178)
204673-3
3
9.5 (241)
204673-4
4
9.5 (241.3)
204673-6
6
17.5 (444.0)
204673-8
8
17.5 (444.0)
204673-9
9
23.0 (584.0)
204673-10
10
9.5 (241.3)
204673-12
12
25.5 (648.0)
204673-16
16
25.5 (648.0)
204673-18
18
25.5 (648.0)
204673-20
20
28.8 (731.0)
204673-24
24
31.0 (787.0)

Width
in (mm)
7.0 (178)
5.0 (127)
7.0 (178)
20 (508)
25.5 (648)
23 (584)
25.5 (648)
23.0 (584)
31.0 (787)
25.5 (648)
25.5 (648)
39.5 (1003)
31.0 (787)
39.5 (1003)

Single Entrance Wall/Roof Feed-Thru Assembly

Includes rubber boot, clamp, and aluminum plate.
Order from table.
Part Number
SCE-12
SCE-58
SCE-78
SCE-114
SCE-158
SCE-214

Cable Size
1/2"
5/8"
7/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/8"
2-1/4"

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Cable Entry

SnapSeal Cable Entry Cushion

Standard Cable Entry Boots, 5 in (127 mm)

The SnapSeal entry cushion provides a quick and easy method of

entering cables into a wall/roof feed-thru plate with four inch openings.

Part Number
48939A-16
48939A-6
48939A-8
48939A-7
48939A-5
48939A-17
48939A-14
48939A-15
48939A-1
48939A-2
48939A-3
48939A-4
48939A-9
48939A-10
EP-CAP5

Exclusively from Andrew, the SnapSeal entry cushion is a two piece

cable entry device that snaps onto standard wall/roof feed-thru plates.
Using this system provides major advantages versus using standard
bulky cable boots by greatly reducing the amount of space needed and
labor required to install a complete cable entry system.
To install the SnapSeal entry cushion, remove the entry plug from the
cushion, place the cushion around the cable, place the compression ring
around the cushion, and push the device over the entry port opening until
it snaps into place. The SnapSeal entry cushion is UV resistant and impervious to temperature, humidity extremes, and vibration.
Part Number
SEC-614
SEC-638
SEC-412
SEC-358
SEC-378
SEC-1114
SEC-1158
SEC-1214

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Description
SnapSeal entry cushion, 6 x 1/4 in, kit of one
SnapSeal entry cushion, 6 x 3/8 in, kit of one
SnapSeal entry cushion, 4 x 1/2 in, kit of one
SnapSeal entry cushion, 3 x 5/8 in, kit of one
SnapSeal entry cushion, 3 x 7/8 in, kit of one
SnapSeal entry cushion, 1 x 1 1/4 in, kit of one
SnapSeal entry cushion, 1 x 1 5/8 in, kit of one
SnapSeal entry cushion, 1 x 2 1/4 in, kit of one

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Hole Plugs
Part Number
PLUG-12
PLUG-78
PLUG-114
PLUG-158

Cable
Size
3/8" foam
1/2" foam
1/2" foam
1/2" air
1/2" air
1/2"
5/8"
5/8"
7/8"
7/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/8"
2-1/4"
3"
Blank cap

Number of
Holes in Boots
3
1
3
1
3
4
1
3
1
3
1
1
1
1
0

Description
Plug, 1/2 in, for unused cable boot holes, kit of 5
Plug, 7/8 in, for unused cable boot holes, kit of 5
Plug, 1-1/4 in, for unused cable boot holes, kit of 5
Plug, 1-5/8 in, for unused cable boot holes, kit of 5

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Cable Entry

Elliptical WaveguideStandard Cable Entry

Wall and Roof Feed-Thru and Boots
A Single entrance wall/roof feed-thru assembly. Includes rubber boot,
clamp, and galvanized steel plate. Order from table below.
B Single entrance wall/roof feed-thru assembly for EW37EW240.
Includes rubber boot, clamps, and aluminum plate.
C Waveguide boot for use with 204673 and 48940 series multiple
entrance wall/roof feed-thru plates. Boot diameter of 4 in or 5 in
(102 or 127 mm) is available to match plate. Order individually from
table below.
A, B Single Entrance Wall/Roof Feed-Thru Assemblies
Single Entrance
For Waveguide
Size
EW17
EW20
EW28
EW37
EW43
EW52
EW63
EW64
EW77
EW85
EW90
EW127A
EW132
EW180
EW220
EW240

Photo
Reference
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B

Part Number
35849A-10
35849A-9
35849A-13
245314-37
245314-43
245314-52
245314-63
245314-64
245314-77
245314-85
245314-90
245314-127A
245314-132
245314-180
245314-220
245314-240

A. Single Entrance
Wall/Roof Feed-Thru
Assembly for
EW17EW28

B. Single Entrance
Wall/Roof Feed-Thru
Assembly for
EW37EW240

C. Waveguide Boot

C Waveguide Boots

For Waveguide Size
EW17
EW20
EW28
EW37
EW43
EW52
EW63
EW64
EW77
EW85
EW90
EW127A
EW132
EW180
EW220
EW240

Part Number by Diameter

4 in (102 mm) 5 in (127 mm)

WGB4-37
WGB5-37
WGB4-43
WGB5-43
WGB4-52
WGB5-52
WGB4-63
WGB5-63
WGB4-64
WGB5-64
WGB4-77
WGB5-77
WGB4-85
WGB5-85
WGB4-90
WGB5-90
WGB4-127
WGB5-122
WGB4-132
WGB5-132
WGB4-180
WGB5-180
WGB4-220
WGB5-220
WGB4-240
WGB5-240

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Installation Aids

Better Connections Yield

Superior System Performance
The connector interface is one of the most critical factors affecting transmission line operation. Even experienced technicians find the job more
difficult when equipped with makeshift devices or an inadequate array of
simple hand tools, and it only takes a single faulty connection to degrade
performance and threaten your operations revenues.

EZfit Tools
EZfit installation tools were co-designed with EZfit connectors to provide
an integrated approach for better connectorization. These easy-to-use
tools allow installers, contractors, and network operators to quickly and
accurately core and prepare cables. By precisely controlling cutting and
coring, EZfit tools help ensure that every connection, regardless of the
technician, is exact and consistent from cable to cable.
The EZfit Series of hand prep tools includes a tool for each connector
size to help ensure optimum electrical performance, mechanical
reliability, and network uniformity.
Choose from either drill driven tools for the greatest efficiency or
economical hand prep tools to match the circumstances of your
installation.

1. Core the cable

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3. Fit the clamping nut

4. Flare the outer

conductor

5. Tighten connector

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Installation Aids

EZPT Series ToolsSpeed Connector Attachment

HPT Series ToolsNo Drill Required

Andrews automatic drill driven tools speed connector attachment by

removing jacketing, coring foam, and flaring sheath. Supplied with a
T-handle for hand use.

The HPT manual cable preparation tool removes jacketing, cores foam
and flares sheath for easy connector attachment. Includes bits for
FXL-780 and AVA5 series cables. Drill not required.

Cable Type

Part Number

Description

FXL Series
SFX-500
SFX-EZPT Automatic cable preparation tool for
1/2 in EZfit connectors
FXL-540
540-EZPT Automatic cable preparation tool for
1/2 in EZfit connectors
FXL-780
780-EZPT Automatic cable preparation tool for
7/8 in EZfit connectors
FXL-1480
1480-PT Automatic cable preparation tool for
1-1/4 in EZfit connectors
FXL-1873
FXL/CR1873-PT Automatic cable preparation tool for
1-5/8 in EZfit connectors
Cable Type
FXL-540, LDF4-50A

Part Number Description

12-HPT Manual cable preparation tool for
1/2 in EZfit connectors
FXL-780 , AVA5-50A 78-HPT Manual cable preparation tool for
7/8 in EZfit connectors

Cable Type

Part Number

Description

AVA Series
LDF4-50A
L4-EZPT Automatic cable preparation tool for
1/2 in EZfit connectors
AVA5-50
A5-EZPT Automatic cable preparation tool for
7/8 in EZfit connectors
AVA6-50
A6-EZPT Automatic cable preparation tool for
1-1/4 in EZfit connectors
AVA7-50
A7-EZPT Automatic cable preparation tool for
1-5/8 in EZfit connectors

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Installation Aids

EZfit Tool Replacement Blade Kits

EASIAX Plus Automated Cable Preparation Tool

Part Number
Description
HPT-BK1278
Replacement blade kit for 1/2 in and 7/8 in HPT tools
EZPT-BKU12
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for L4 EZPT tools
EZPT-BKUA5
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for A5 EZPT tools
EZPT-BKUA6
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for A6 EZPT tools
EZPT-BKUA7
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for A7 EZPT tools
EZPT-BKU540 Replacement jacket removal blade kit for 540-EZPT tools
EZPT-BKU780
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for 780-EZPT tools
EZPT-BKU1480 Replacement jacket removal blade kit for 1480-PT tools
EZPT-BKU1873 Replacement jacket removal blade kit for FXL/CR 1873-PT

For Positive Stop Connectors

Cable installers and system designers can dramatically reduce cable
preparation time and expense while improving overall system performance with the EASIAX Plus automated cable preparation tool. Fit
the EASIAX Plus tool to any standard power drill, and it removes the
cable jacket, outer conductor, and foam, then cuts back and chamfers
the inner conductor to the correct dimensions for connector attachmentall in less than 15 seconds. The EASIAX Plus automated method
of cable preparation means cable connections that are more consistent,
more reliable, and more repeatable.

Saw Guides for EZfit Connectors

EZfit saw guides allow technicians to cut coaxial cable precisely at
the crest of copper corrugations, at the exact distance required for
attaching EZfit connectors.

Cable Type
LDF4-50A
AVA5-50
AVA6-50
AVA7-50

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Part Number
L4-SG
A5-SG
A6-SG
A7-SG

Description
Saw Guide for LDF4-50A EZfit connectors
Saw Guide for AVA5-50 EZfit connectors
Saw Guide for AVA6-50 EZfit connectors
Saw Guide for AVA7-50 EZfit connectors

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Tool Part Number

CPT-E2L2N
CPT-E2L2DIN
CPT-F4

Cable Type
LDF2-50
LDF2-50
FSJ4-50B

Connector Type
Type N connectors
7-16 DIN connectors
FSJ4 version two connectors

CPT-L4ARC1

LDF4-50
HL4RP-50

7-16 DIN or Type N standard, RingFlare,

OnePiece, or Positive Stop connectors

CPT-L45RC

LDF4.5-50

RingFlare connectors

CPT-78U

LDF5-50A
AVA5-50
VXL5-50
AL5-50

7-16 DIN or Type N standard, RingFlare,

OnePiece, or Positive Stop connectors

CPTL6

LDF6-50

7-16 DIN or Type N standard, RingFlare,

OnePiece, or Positive Stop connectors

CPT-158U

LDF7-50
AVA7-50
VXL7-50
AL7-50

7-16 DIN or Type N standard, RingFlare,

OnePiece, or Positive Stop connectors

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Installation Aids

EASIAX Replacement Blades

EASIAX Cable Preparation Tool

Tool

Cuts precisely at crest of copper corrugation at the exact distance

required for easy connector attachment. Clean cut makes flaring easier
than ever. Precise blade depth makes it impossible to cut inner conductor.

Part Number
CPT-F4
CPT-L4ARC1
CPT-L45RC
CPTL6
CPT-158U
CPT-78U

Replacement Blade Kit

Part Number
CPT-BK
CPT-BKS1
CPT-BKS1
CPT-BK6
CPT-BK7
CPT-BK5

Cable Types Cutting Tool

TIP!
d


Recommended
drill size for tools for 1/4 in through 1/2 in cables is 3/8 in
TIP! value with 12 volt minimum. Cordless drill 14.4 minimum voltage,
torque
400650 RPM.


Recommended
drill size for tools for 7/8 in through 1-5/8 in cable is 1/2 in.
Cordless drill 15.4 minimum voltage, 400650 RPM.

 detailed information on cable preparation, see Special Publication

For
SP50262.

Part Number
FSJ1, FSJ4, MCPT-1412
ETS1,
RXL1* Series
FSJ2, FSJ4, MCPT-3812
ETS2 Series
LDF4,
MCPT-L4
HL4RP-50A,
RXL4** Series
LDF5, VXL5, MCPT-78
AVA5, RXL5,
AL5-50 Series

Replacement Blades

Description
Part Number, kit of 5
Cuts jacketing
209874
and outer conductor
Cuts jacketing
209874
and outer conductor
Cuts outer
MCPT-BK4
conductor and
scores jacketing
Cuts outer
MCPT-BK5
conductor and
inner conductor
and scores jacketing

* Except RXL1-1RNT
** Except RXL4-(1, 2 or 3) RNT

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Installation Aids

Connector Attachment Torque Wrenches

Grounding Lug Crimping Tool

Preset torque to match connector size

Used to attach crimp-on lugs for standard and SureGround series.

Not required for kits with factory-attached lugs.

Andrew torque wrenches for EZfit connectors are designed with a

mechanism to audibly alert the installer that the proper torque has been
set and then release the pressure.

Cable Type

Part Number

Part Number
207270

Description

EZfit Series Connectors

SFX-500
TW-SFX-EZFC Torque wrench for 3/8 in EZfit
connectors
FXL-540, LDF4-50A
TW-12-EZFC Torque wrench for 1/2 in EZfit
connectors
FXL-780, AVA5-50A
TW-78-EZFC Torque wrench for 7/8 in EZfit
connectors
FXL-1480, AVA6-50
TW-114-EZFC Torque wrench for 1-1/4 in EZfit
connectors
FXL-1873 AVA7-50
TW-158-EZFC Torque wrench for 1-5/8 in EZfit
connectors
Other Connector Designs
LDF4-50A
247696 Torque wrench for 1/2 in
OnePiece connectors
LDF4-50A
245154 Torque wrench for 1/2 in
RingFlare connectors
Connector Coupling Nuts
All
244379 Torque wrench for Type N
coupling nut
All
244377 Torque wrench for 7-16 DIN
coupling nut

Combination and Open End Wrenches

Speed connector installation and improve performance with
wrenches sized exactly per connector application. Each tool is
made from high quality tool steel with black oxide finish.
Cable Size
3/8", 1/2", 7/8"

3/8", 1/2", 7/8"

7/8"

1-1/4"

1-1/4"
1-5/8"

1-5/8"

Part number Description

EZW-7812 Combination wrench for SFX-500,
FXL-540, and FXL-780 EZfit
connectors
CT-7812 Combination wrench for
1/2 in and 7/8 in
Positive Stop connectors
244459-5 1-1/4 in open end wrench
for 7/8 in Positive Stop
clamping nut
1480-AW 45 mm open end wrench for
1-1/4 in EZfit connector
clamping nut
244459-6 1-7/8 in open end wrench for
1-1/4 in Positive Stop connector
1873-AW 60 mm open end wrench for
1-5/8 in EZfit connector
clamping nut
244459-7 2-1/4 in open end wrench for
1-5/8 in Positive Stop connector

EZW-8412

CT-7812

1873-AW

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Installation Aids

Single Turn Grounding Kit Prep Tool

Now installers can prepare transmission line cable for grounding kit
installation in one simple, precise stepand without using a knife! The
Andrew aluminum grounding kit preparation tool takes just seconds to
use: simply snap the tool in place around the cable and rotate. In one
step the tool removes the exact amount of jacketing necessary to attach
the grounding strap. The grounding kit preparation tool is a manually
operated cutting device that quickly trims away a section of cable jacket
for the purpose of grounding strap installation. The tool is ideal for use
on cables mounted close to structures and other cable runs, and will
not scrape or damage the cables outer conductor.
Grounding Kit Prep Tools and Replacement Blades
Cable
Type
FSJ4-50B
LDF4-50A

7/8" corrugated

1-1/4" corrugated

1-5/8" corrugated

Tool
Number
GKT-F4A
GKT-L4A
GKT-L4SG
GKT-78A
GKT-78SG
GKT-114A
GKT-114SG
GKT-158A
GKT-158SG

Replacement
Blade
GKT-BKF4
GKT-BK512
GBK-SG1278*
GKT-BK512
GBK-SG1278*
GKT-BK67
GBK-SG114158*
GKT-BK67
GBK-SG114158*

HELIAX Hand Tool Kit

Grounding
Kit Type
Standard
CSGL and SGL series
SG series
CSGL and SGL series
SG series
CSGL and SGL series
SG series
CSGL and SGL series
SG series

* Replacement blades for the SG series grounding kits may be used to retrofit GKT series
tools. For example, blade kit number GBK-SG1278 may be installed to tool number
GKT-78A to accommodate SG series grounding kits.

Multi Turn Jacket Stripping Tool

For FXL Series Cables
The multi turn jacket stripping tool removes the bonded jacket in
preparation for grounding kit attachment. The tool is constructed
of an aluminum body with a heat-treated cutting blade for years of
dependable use.
Cable Type
SFX-500
FXL-540
FXL-780
FXL-1480
FXL-1873

Part Number
SFX-MSS
540-MSS
780-MSS
1480-MSS
1873-AMSS

Jacket removal blade kit for

SG series grounding kits

Description
Multi turn jacket stripping tool for SFX-500
Multi turn jacket stripping tool for FXL-540
Multi turn jacket stripping tool for FXL-780
Multi turn jacket stripping tool for FXL-1480
Multi turn jacket stripping tool for FXL-1873

Part Number TB-COMP-KIT

The original collection of specialized hand tools remains available in this
classic kit. Best suited for early generation connectors, contents include
basic measuring, cutting and flaring tools as listed below.
Manual cable preparation tool for 1/4 inch FSJ1-50A cable
Manual cable preparation tool for 1/2 inch LDF4-50A cable.
Manual cable preparation tool for 7/8 inch corrugated cable.
Combination wrench for 1/2 inch and 7/8 inch PositiveStop connectors
Heavy duty safety knife
Precision wire snips
Plastic tipped hammer
Straight hammer tips, plastic
Tapered hammer tips, plastic
Pin depth gaugeType N male connector
Pin depth gaugeType N female connector
Pin depth gauge7-16 DIN male connectors
Pin depth gauge7-16 DIN female connectors
Acid brush
Emery cloth
Tapered drift punch
Connector pin straightening tool
Brass soldering pliers
Cut off guide7/32 inch
Cut off guide8/32 inch
Cut off guide9/32 inch
Flare toolLDF4 cable
Flare toolLDF5 cable
Flare toolLDF5 cable

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Installation Aids

Tool Selection Guide

Select the right tool for each cable size.
Cable Type

Description

1/4 inch Coaxial Cable Tools

MCPT-1412
Manual cable preparation tool for 1/4 in FSJ1-50A cable
CPT-L1
Automated cable preparation tool for LDF1-50 cable

3/8 inch Coaxial Cable Tools
SFX-EZPT
Automated cable preparation tool for SFX-500 cable
EZW-7812
Combination tool for 3/8 in through 7/8 in EZfit connectors
TW-SFX-EZFC
Torque wrench for 3/8 in EZfit connectors
MCPT-3812
Manual cable preparation tool for FSJ2-50 cable
SFX-MSS
Jacket stripping tool for SFX-500 cable

1/2 inch Coaxial Cable Tools
540-EZPT
EZfit Automated Cable Preparation Tool for FXL-540 cable
L4-EZPT
EZfit Automated Cable Preparation Tool for LDF4-50A cable
12-HPT EZfit Manual Cable Preparation Tool for FXL-540 and
LDF4-50A cable
EZPT-BKU540
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for 540-EZPT tools
EZPT-BKU12
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for L4-EZPT tools
HPT-BK1278
Replacement blade kit for 1/2 in and 7/8 in HPT tools
L4-SG
Saw guide for LDF4-50A EZfit connectors
EZW-7812
Combination tool for 3/8 in through 7/8 in EZfit connectors
TW-12-EZFC
Torque wrench for 1/2 in EZfit connectors
CPT-F4
Automated cable preparation tool for FSJ4-50B cable
CPT-L4ARC1
Automated cable preparation tool for LDF4-50A cable
MCPT-L4
Manual cable preparation tool for 1/2 in LDF4-50A cable
MCPT-1412
Manual cable preparation tool for 1/2 in FSJ4-50B cable
CT-7812
Combination tool for 1/2 in and 7/8 in Positive Stop

connectors
241953
Chamfer tool for 1/2 in cable
GKT-L4A Grounding kit preparation tool for LDF4-50A cable, SGL and
CSGL series grounding kits
GKT-BK512 Replacement blade kit for GKT-L4A tool, SGL and CSGL series
grounding kits
GKT-L4SG Grounding kit preparation tool for LDF4-50A cable, SG series
grounding kits
GBK-SG1278 Replacement blade kit for GKT-L4A and GKT-L4SG tools,
SG series grounding kits
540-MSS
Jacket stripping tool for FXL-540 cable

7/8 inch Coaxial Cable Tools
780-EZPT
EZfit Automated Cable Preparation Tool for FXL-780 cable
A5-EZPT
EZfit Automated Cable Preparation Tool for AVA5-50A cable
78-HPT
EZfit Manual Cable Preparation Tool for FXL-780 and AVA5-50
EZPT-BKU780
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for 780-EZPT tools
EZPT-BKUA5
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for A5-EZPT tools
HPT-BK1278
Replacement blade kit for 1/2 in and 7/8 in HPT tools
A5-SG
Saw guide for AVA5-50A EZfit connectors
EZW-7812
Combination tool for 3/8 in through 7/8 in EZfit connectors
CPT-78U Automated cable preparation tool for 7/8 in corrugated cable,
Postive Stop connectors
MCPT-78 Manual cable preparation tool for 7/8 in corrugated cable,
Positive Stop connectors

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CT-7812 Combination tool for 1/2 in and 7/8 in Positive Stop
connectors
244459-5 Open end wrench for 7/8 in Positive Stop connector,
1-1/4 in opening
TW-78-EZFC
Torque wrench for 7/8 in EZfit connectors
GKT-78A Grounding kit preparation tool for 7/8 in corrugated cable,
SGL and CSGL series grounding kits
GKT-BK512 Replacement blade kit for GKT-78A tool, SGL and CSGL
series grounding kits
GKT-78SG Grounding kit preparation tool for 7/8 in corrugated cable,
SG series grounding kits
GBK-SG1278 Replacement blade kit for GKT-78U and GKT-78SG tools,
SG series grounding kits
780-MSS
Jacket stripping tool for FXL-780 cable

1-1/4 inch Coaxial Cable Tools
1480-PT
EZfit Automated Cable Preparation Tool for FXL-1480 cable
A6-EZPT
EZfit Automated Cable Preparation Tool for AVA6-50 cable
EZPT-BKU1480 Replacement jacket removal blade kit for 1480-PT tools
EZPT-BKUA6
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for A6-EZPT tools
A6-SG
Saw guide for AVA6-50 EZfit connectors
1480-AW Open end wrench for 1480 EZfit connectors, 1-3/4 in opening
TW-114-EZFC
Torque wrench for 1 1/4 in EZfit connectors
CPTL6 Automated cable preparation tool for 1-1/4 in corrugated cable
244459-6 1-7/8 in open end wrench for 1-1/4 in Positive Stop connector
GKT-114A Grounding kit preparation tool for 1-1/4 in corrugated cable,
SGL and CSGL series grounding kits
GKT-BK67 Replacement blade kit for GKT-114A tool, SGL and CSGL
series grounding kits
GKT-114SG Grounding kit preparation tool for 1-1/4 in corrugated cable,
SG series grounding kits
GBK-SG114158 Replacement blade kit for GKT-114U and GKT-114SG tools,
SG series grounding kits
1480-MSS
Jacket stripping tool for FXL-1480 cable

1-5/8 inch Coaxial Cable Tools
FXL/CR1873-PT EZfit Automated Cable Preparation Tool for FXL-1873
coaxial cable
A7-EZPT EZfit Automated Cable Preparation Tool for AVA7-50
coaxial cable
EZPT-BKU1873 Replacement jacket removal blade kit for FXL/CR1873-PT tool
EZPT-BKUA7
Replacement jacket removal blade kit for A7-EZPT tools
A7-SG
Saw guide for AVA7-50 EZfit connectors
1873-AW Open end wrench for 1873 EZfit connectors, 2-3/8 in opening
TW-158-EZFC
Torque wrench for 1-5/8 in EZfit connectors
CPT-158U Automated cable preparation tool for 1-5/8 in corrugated
cable, Positive Stop connectors
244459-7 Open end wrench for 1-5/8 in Positive Stop connector,
2-1/4 in opening
GKT-158A
Grounding kit preparation tool for 1-5/8 in corrugated cable
GKT-BK67 Replacement blade kit for GKT-158A tool, SGL and CSGL
series grounding kits
GKT-158SG Grounding kit preparation tool for 1-5/8 in corrugated cable,
SG series grounding kits
GBK-SG114158 Replacement blade kit for GKT-158U and GKT-158SG tools,
SG series grounding kits
1873-AMSS
Jacket stripping tool for FXL-1873 cable

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( Grounding Kits
( Grounding Bars
( Surge Arrestors

Lightning Protection
Grounding Kits

Transmission Line Grounding

Grounding Kit Selection

A well designed system uses grounding kits to provide a bond between

the cable and the tower/earth ground system. One grounding kit is
recommended at tower top, tower bottom, at 200 ft (60 m) intervals
(where applicable), and at the entrance to the equipment shelter. Andrew
solid copper grounding kits have passed United States Air Force lightning simulation tests and meet MIL-STD-188-124A. The non-braided
solid copper construction of all Andrew grounding kits eliminates corrosion caused by moisture retention and wicking. A heat shrink tube
protects the cable terminal connection.

Several grounding kit options are available to meet the requirements of

any transmission line grounding application.
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 ompact SureGround grounding kits provide the fastest,

C
easiest installation with the highest degree of lightning protection.
Their self-sealing design clips and locks onto the cable in less
than a minute.

S ureGround grounding kits, an industry favorite, offer clip on attachment with taped weatherproofing.

S tandard grounding kits provide the best grounding solution for

elliptical waveguide. The copper grounding strap is coiled around the
cable and weatherproofed with tape.

U niversal grounding kits can be applied to a broad range of coaxial or

elliptical transmission lines.

Grounding
Point 1

Grounding Point 4
(Runs longer than 200 ft)
( Compact SureGround

Grounding
Point 2

Grounding
Point 3

Andrew grounding kits use heavy duty 6 gauge ground leads

to maximize performance. The MIL-STD-188-124B compliant copper
ground lead reduces dc resistance. The extremely pliable jacket provides
protection and makes it easy to maneuver the lead into position for
attachment to the down conductor.
S olid copper construction for high current handling capability,
compatibility with copper cable outer conductors

Meets military standards at commercial prices.

P rovides certainty of continued operation, tested at an

independent laboratory

Grounding Kit Selection Guide

Compact SureGround
SureGround
Standard
Key Feature
Over-molded weatherproof
Preformed clip-on strap Wraparound grounding strap

design for easy, fast installation
Benefits
Uniform installation compact
Requires no tools
Fits standard coaxial cable

design for bundled installation
for installation
and elliptical waveguide

Installation Time
Less than 1 minute
About 3 minutes
About 6 minutes
Construction
Preformed copper
Pre-tensioned copper
Copper grounding strap

grounding strap
grounding clip

Over-molded weatherproof
Standard weatherproofing Standard weatherproofing

boot, locking bail

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Heavy Duty Ground Lead

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Universal
Multiple cable size
wraparound grounding strap
Breakaway design fits
multiple sizes of coaxial
cable and elliptical waveguide
About 7 minutes
Copper grounding strap
Standard weatherproofing

Lightning Protection
Grounding Kits

Compact SureGround Grounding Kits

Universal SureGround Grounding Kits

Now wireless communications system installers and designers can

protect their systems from the effects of lightning easier and at lower
cost. The new Compact SureGround grounding kit, available only from
Andrew, is a one-piece grounding assembly with the weatherproofing
molded right into the grounding strap.

Fast Installation, Complete Protection

Compact SureGround grounding kit features:

Easy attachment
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Self-locking, self-sealing weatherproof enclosure eliminates

loose hardware and taping

Saves up to an hour of installation time per typical nine run site

Sure protection

Protect your equipment from the effects of lightning with SureGround

Grounding Kits.
The SureGround clips in place and provides protection against lightning
strikes in excess of 100 kA. The grounding kits are constructed with
a tin-plated solid copper clip that ensures a low resistance, corrosion
resistant connection to copper or aluminum coaxial cable. An insulated
six-gauge stranded copper conductor with universal 12 hole attachment lug provides connection to the grounding system. Simply clip the
SureGround onto your cable for fast, reliable, MIL spec compliant lightning protection.

Largest surface contact area in the industry

Provides surety of protection against even the most severe

lightning strikes

SureGround Grounding Kits are compatible with smoothwall and corrugated coaxial cables with aluminum or copper outer conductors. Each
kit includes a butyl tape weatherproofing system and stainless steel
attachment hardware.

Waterproof to IEC529, IP68

F its smoothwall and corrugated cable

Compatible with aluminum and copper outer conductors
d Fast clip-on installation
d MIL-STD-188-124B compliant
d

Compact size
d

 Clip and lock installation ideal for tight cable bundles

or crowded towers

Exclusive universal grounding lug can be fitted to a

one- or two-hole earthing attachment point.

United States Patent: 6,548,762. Other patents pending.

More Information
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See Compact SureGround ordering information on page 33

See the installation video at

http://awapps.commscope.com/video/default.aspx

TIP!

The Compact SureGround Kit with integrated weatherproofing is

theTIP!
choice for the speediest installation, best fit in tight locations,
and long-term protection.

Easy Installation

Position Compact SureGround

grounding kit

Clip and lock

to seal

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Grounding Kits
Standard Grounding Kits

Universal Grounding Lugs

Easy Installation for System Protection

This grounding lug provides you with the option of a one-hole

configuration or two-hole configuration. Just break away the bottom
portion of the lug and this will give you your one-hole lug. This universal
lug will fit common buss bar configurations with two-hole spacings
of 0.750, 0.815, or 1.0 in. Designed to crimp on 6 gauge or 16 mm2
grounding wire. Included on all grounding kits and available separately.

Standard grounding kits are intended for elliptical waveguide

installations. One grounding kit is recommended at the tower top, tower
bottom, at 200 ft (60 m) intervals, and at the entrance to the equipment
shelter. Standard grounding kits (204989 and 241088 series) require
few steps to install and include easy-to-follow instructions. Proper
tensioning is ensured by an expansion section that provides visual
indication that the strap is secured.
Series 204989 and 241088 kits include a solid copper strap riveted
to the grounding wire, coiling tool for proper tightening, universal
grounding lug, tower attachment hardware, and a two-part tape weatherproofing system. Field-attachable, crimp-on grounding lugs require a
crimping tool (not included).

Part Number
245529-10
207136-3

Description
Universal grounding lug, kit of 10
Grounding lug hardware kit

For one bolt grounding

For two bolt grounding

Snap off pre-scored
lug for one hole option

Crimping Tool for SureGround and Standard Grounding

The crimping tool is used to attach crimp-on lugs for standard and
SureGround series grounding kits. Not required for kits with factory
attached lugs.

Universal Grounding Kit

Part Number
207270

Description
Crimping tool, quantity 1

Part Number
Description
UG12158-15B4 1/2 in1-5/8 in EW180EW63 60 in field attached lug

Connector Grounding Kit for Mounting Rail

Part Number Description
CGT12 Connector grounding kit fits all F4 and L4 (except OnePiece)
series connectors
CGT58 Connector grounding kit fits all L4.5 and L5
standard connectors
CGT78 Connector grounding kit fits all L5, V5, A5, OnePiece,
and Positive Stop series connectors
CGT114
Connector grounding kit fits all L6 series connectors
CGT158 Connector grounding kit fits all L7 and V7
series connectors
CGT214
Connector grounding kit fits all L12 series connectors

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Grounding Kits

Compact SureGround
Size/Type
Part Number
1/2" LDF4
CSGL4-06B2

7/8"
CSGL5-06B2-T

1-1/4"
CSGL6-06B2

1-5/8"
CSGL7-06B2-T

Description
Compact SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in corrugated coaxial cable,
0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug
Compact SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in corrugated coaxial cable,
0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug
Compact SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in corrugated coaxial cable,
0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug
Compact SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in corrugated coaxial cable,
0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug

SureGround
Size/Type
1/2 "
1/2 "
5/8 "
5/8 "
7/8 "
7/8 "
1-1/4 "
1-1/4 "
1-5/8 "
1-5/8 "
2-1/4 "
2-1/4 "

Part Number
SG12-06B2A
SG12-06S2A
SG58-06B2A
SG58-06S2A
SG78-06B2A
SG78-06S2A
SG114-06B2A
SG114-06S2A
SG158-06B2A
SG158-06S2A
SG214-06B2A
SG214-06S2A

Description
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, black
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, slate gray
SureGround Grounding Kit for 5/8 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, black
SureGround Grounding Kit for 5/8 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, slate gray
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, black
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, slate gray
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, black
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, slate gray
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, black
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, slate gray
SureGround Grounding Kit for 2-1/4 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, black
SureGround Grounding Kit for 2-1/4 in coaxial cable, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug, slate gray

Standard Grounding Kit

Size/Type
1/4" and 3/8", EW240, EW380
EW180, EW220
EW85, EW90, EW127A, EW132
EW64, EW77
EW52, EW63
EW43
3", EW28, EW37

Part Number Description

223158-2 Standard Grounding Kit for 1/4 in and 3/8 in corrugated coaxial cable and elliptical
waveguide 240 and 380, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug
241088-1 Standard Grounding Kit for 1/2 in corrugated coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide
180 and 220, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug
241088-2 Standard Grounding Kit for 5/8 in and 7/8 in corrugated coaxial cable and elliptical
waveguide 85, 90, 127A, and 132, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug
241088-3 Standard Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in corrugated coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide
64 and 77, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug
241088-4 Standard Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in corrugated coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide
52 and 63, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug
204989-10
Standard Grounding Kit for elliptical waveguide 43, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug
241088-5 Standard Grounding Kit for 2-1/4 in and 3 in corrugated coaxial cable and elliptical
waveguide 28 and 37, 0.6 m (2 ft) lead, attached lug

Universal Grounding Kit

Size/Type
1/4"5/8" coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide

Part Number
GK-SUNV

Description
Universal Grounding Kit for 1/4 in through 5/8 in corrugated coaxial cable

Part Number
244495

Description
Universal connector grounding kit

Universal Connector Grounding Kit

Size/Type
1/2"1-5/8"

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Lightning Protection
Grounding Bars

Universal Grounding Buss Bars

Andrew offers a complete range of grounding buss bar sizes and hole pattern
configurations to accommodate just about any application. Each grounding bar
is made from 1/4 inch solid copper bar stock and is available with optional tin
plating. New theft deterent features include stamped identification (see photo),
versions made from 1/4 inch galvanized steel and optional theft proof hardware.
Kits come complete with insulators, galvanized steel brackets, adapters, and
hardware for mounting to a wall or tower.

UGBKIT-0420
TRH-38 Tamper
Resistant Hardware

UGBKIT-0420-T

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Grounding Bars

2" Buss Bar Kits

Part Number
UGBKIT-0210
UGBKIT-0210-T
UGBKIT-0212
UGBKIT-0212-T
UGBKIT-0214
UGBKIT-0214-T

4" Buss Bar Kits

Construction
Solid copper
Tinned copper
Solid copper
Tinned copper
Solid copper
Tinned copper

Dimensions (inches)
1/4 x 2 x 10
1/4 x 2 x 10
1/4 x 2 x 12
1/4 x 2 x 12
1/4 x 2 x 14
1/4 x 2 x 14

Drawing
A
A
B
B
C
C

Dimensions (inches)
1/4 x 2-1/2 x 12-1/2
1/4 x 2-1/2 x 12-1/2
1/4 x 2-1/2 x 19-1/2
1/4 x 2-1/2 x 19-1/2

D
D
E
E

Part Number
UGBKIT-0412
UGBKIT-0412-T
GGBKIT-0412
UGBKIT-0414
UGBKIT-0414-T
UGBKIT-0420
UGBKIT-0420-T
GGBKIT-0420
UGBKIT-0424
UGBKIT-0424-T
GGBKIT-0424

2-1/2" Buss Bar Kits

Part Number
UGBKIT-2
UGBKIT-2T
UGBKIT
UGBKIT-T

Construction
Solid copper
Tinned copper
Solid copper
Tinned copper

Construction
Solid copper
Tinned copper
Galvanized steel
Solid copper
Tinned copper
Solid copper
Tinned copper
Galvanized steel
Solid copper
Tinned copper
Galvanized steel

Dimensions (inches)
1/4 x 4 x 12
1/4 x 4 x 12
1/4 x 4 x 12
1/4 x 4 x 14
1/4 x 4 x 14
1/4 x 4 x 20
1/4 x 4 x 20
1/4 x 4 x 20
1/4 x 4 x 24
1/4 x 4 x 24
1/4 x 4 x 24

Drawing
F
F
F
G
G
H
H
H
I
I
I

7/16" x 5/8"

7/16"

7/16" x 5/8"

7/16"

7/16"

(11.1 mm)

(11.1 mm x 15.9 mm)

(11.1 mm)

(11.1 mm)

2"

2" (50.8 mm)

(50.8 mm)

2" (50.8 mm)

1/2"

3/4"

1/2"

(12.7 mm)

(19.1 mm)

(11.1 x 15.9 mm)

(12.7 mm)

12"

10"

(304.8 mm)

(254 mm)

3/4" (19.1 mm)

1/2"

(12.7 mm)

14"

(355.6 mm)

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7/16"

(11.1 mm)

7/16"

13/16"

(11.1 mm)

(20.6 mm)

1-1/4" (31.8 mm)

(25.4 mm)

(11.1 mm x 15.9 mm)

(20.6 mm)

2-1/2" (63.5 mm)

1"

7/16" x 5/8"

7/16"

(11.1 mm)

13/16"

1"

(25.4 mm)

12-1/2"

1-1/4" (31.8 mm)

2-1/2"

1-3/8"

(63.5 mm)

(34.9 mm)

1" (25.4 mm)

1-3/8" (34.9 mm)

4" (101.6 mm)

19-1/2"

(495.3 mm)

(317.5 mm)

1/2" (12.7 mm)

3/4" (19 mm)

12"

7/16"

(11.1 mm x 15.9 mm)

(11.1 mm)

(6.4 mm)

(304.8 mm)

7/16" x 5/8"

7/16"

(11.1 mm x 15.9 mm)

(11.1 mm)

7/16" x 5/8"

(11.1 mm x 15.9 mm)

(11.1 mm)

4" (101.6 mm)

4" (101.6 mm)

1-3/4"

1-1/2" (38.1 mm)

(12.7 mm)

(12.7 mm)

(355.6 mm)

(44.5 mm)

4" (101.6 mm)

1-3/4"

3/4"

(44.5 mm)

(19 mm)

3/4"

(19 mm)

20"

24"

(610 mm)

(508 mm)

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Grounding Bars

Universal Arrestor Ground Bar Assembly

This pre-punched solid copper ground bar assembly simplifies mounting
and grounding of surge arrestors inside the building. Instead of relying
on individual wires or field-fabricated trapeze setups, the Andrew
universal arrestor ground bar assembly provides a uniform mounting
and grounding point for surge arrestors and grounding leads. The
1/8 inch assembly uses three horizontal members that can be oriented
flat or upright and adjusted vertically as needed to accommodate various
surge arrestor types. Also included is a mounting kit that includes ceiling
brackets, insulators, threaded rod, and hardware.
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Compatible with standard entry port sizes

Height-adjustable bars

Solid copper construction

Accepts bulkhead or bolt grounded surge arrestors

Accommodates one- and two-hole grounding lugs

Eliminates need for internal buss bar

Part Number
Description
UGBA-DIN-36 Three 6-position ground bars punched for oversized
7-16 DIN mount arrestors (APTL and APT series) or
bolt-grounded arrestors
UGBA-36 Three 6-position ground bars punched for most
7-16 DIN, Type N or bolt-grounded arrestors
(Andrew APG and APM series arrestors)
UGBA-DIN-34 Three 4-position ground bars punched for oversized
7-16 DIN mount arrestors (APTL and APT series) or
bolt-grounded arrestors
UGBA-34 Three 4-position ground bars punched for most 7-16
DIN, Type N, or bolt-grounded arrestors (Andrew APG
and APM series arrestors)

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Surge Arrestors

Arrestor Plus Lightning Surge Arrestors

Add the final measure of protection to your equipment from lightning
current traveling down the transmission line with Arrestor Plus surge
arrestors. All designs are completely weatherproof and feature low
return, insertion loss, and low intermodulation. Our wide range of surge
arrestor types and configurations support most applications.

T-Series
Dual Band

dc Pass
Dual Band

Replaceable
Gas Tube

Integrated

T-Series Surge Arrestors

Arrestor Plus T-series surge arrestors give engineers more
flexibility when configuring lightning protection systems. This
slim profile arrestor fits easily inside equipment enclosures, is
bi-directional, and offers true multistrike protection. The arrestor
plus bulkhead mount T-series features universal Type N and 7-16
DIN interfaces. The dc passing version allows current to travel to
the top of the tower.

824960 MHz and 17102170 MHz

APT-DFDF-DB
APT-DFDM-DB
APT-BDFDF-DB
APC-BDFDM-DB
APT-BDFDM-DB
APT-NFNF-DB
APT-NFNM-DB
APT-BNFNF-DB
APT-BNFNM-DB

824960 MHz and 17102170 MHz

dc Passing
APTDC-BDFDF-DB
APTDC-BDFDM-DB
APTDC-BNFNM-DB

Bias Tee

dc Block

Replaceable Gas Tube

Surge Arrestors
Offering broadband performance from 02200 MHz and excellent electrical characteristics, Arrestor Plus replaceable gas tube surge arrestors
are easy to install, are bidirectional, and feature dc pass capability
through the center conductor to the active tower top electronics. The
units removable cap makes periodic maintenance fast and easy.
452200 MHz, 90 V
APG-BDFDF-090
APG-BDFDM-090
APG-BNFNF-090
APG-BNFNM-090

452200 MHz, 350 V

APG-BDFDF-350
APG-BDFDM-350
APG-BNFNF-350
APG-BNFNM-350

380520 MHz

675825 MHz

20002800 MHz

APC-BDFDM-450A

APC-BDFDM-700A

APB-BNFNF-2400
APB-BNFNM-2400

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Surge Arrestors

Integrated Surge Arrestor/Connector

dc Block

The Arrestor Plus integrated, T-series lightning surge arrestor is a

one-piece surge arrestor/HELIAX connector. It uniquely combines
the reliability of quarterwave shorting stub technology with the proven
performance of HELIAX connectors to deliver premium lightning protection in a single component.

The dc block is designed to block dc signals from passing through the

center conductor of a coaxial transmission line. The dc block is a bidirectional RF device. Either RF port may be connected to the equipment
side or the antenna side of the transmission line interface to provide
equivalent protection.

824960 MHz and 17102170 MHz

APTA5DC-BDF-DB
APTA7DC-BDF-DB

824960 MHz and 17102170 MHz

ADCB-DFDM-DB

Surge Arrestor Accessories

Bias Tee
Andrew bias tees are designed to protect equipment from damaging
transients induced by lightning strikes. This product allows the injection of dc current to the center conductor of the feeder line, allowing
current to travel to the top of the tower. Bias tees are unidirectional
devices. Ports are clearly marked to show mounting direction with either
Antenna or Radio.
824960 MHz and 17102170 MHz
ABT-DFDM-ADBH
ABT-DFDM-DB
ABT-DMDF-ADBH
ABT-DMDF-DB
ABT-NFNM-DB
ABT-NMNF-DB
ABT-DFDM-ADBA
AISG Compliant
ABT-DMDF-ADBA
AISG Compliant

A. Bias Tee
Standard Body
SMA Port

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Photo Reference
A
B
A
B
B
B
A
A

Part Number
Description
GASTUBE-090
90 volt gas tube replacement, kit of 10
GASTUBE-350
350 volt gas tube replacement, kit of 10
243951
90 degree mounting/grounding bracket, Type N
243950
90 degree mounting/grounding bracket, 716 DIN
244847 Integrated surge arrestor/connector 90 degree
mounting/grounding bracket, 716 DIN
DF-CAPKIT Plated port sealing cap, 716 DIN (Fits onto DIN female
connector), IP 66 and 68
DM-CAPKIT Plated port sealing cap, 7-16 DIN (Fits onto 7-16 DIN
male connector), IP 66 and 68.

B. Bias Tee
Compact Cylindrical Body
SMA Port

APPENDIXES

Appendix 1
Quarterwave Stub Surge Arrestors

Quarterwave Stub Surge ArrestorsConsiderations

and Selection
Quarterwave Stub (QWS) Surge Arrestor Technology
An understanding of the key concepts of quarterwave stub technology and its relationship to lightning transients can be of great
benefit to transmission line system designers and operators. With
this understanding, system designers and operators can more fully
utilize lightning protection systems that use QWS technology as
well as understand the critical role multistrike ability plays in lightning protection systems.
Arrestor Plus T-series surge arrestors from Andrew Corporation
employ QWS technology, a unique design that allows microwave
signals to pass unattenuated while shunting the lower frequencies
associated with lightning-induced transients to ground. This proven
QWS technology is utilized in APT Arrestor Plus Surge Arrestors.
To understand QWS technology, one needs to understand lightning.
The lightning transient is characterized by a current waveform
with an 8-microsecond rise time (time to reach 90% of the peak
value) and a 20-microsecond decay time (time to decay to 50%
of the peak value). Peak currents can reach excessive values, but
50% of all strikes will reach values of only 18 kA. It is important
to remember that this is only a laboratory characterization of the
lightning transient, but it facilitates standardized testing techniques
for the industry. Figure 1 depicts an actual laboratory-generated
8/20 sec waveform that was used to evaluate Andrew surge
arrestors. For more detailed information regarding laboratory
generated surge waveforms, see IEC 60-2, ANSI-IEEE Std 4-1978,
and ANSI C62.1-1984.

The substantial energy associated with lightning transients has

frequency components near dc with components of decreasing
value of energy extending through 160 kHz.
The effectiveness of surge arrestors is characterized by the
throughput energy and the ability to withstand multiple surges.
These characteristics are readily measurable in a laboratory
equipped with the appropriate test equipment. Throughput energy
is a measure of the amount of energy passed through the output
of the device when the input of the device is subjected to a lightning transient waveform. The throughput energy can be calculated
from the residual voltage waveform using the relationship:

Figure 2 shows the residual output voltage present when an

APT Series Surge Arrestor was subjected to an actual 8/20 sec
waveform with a peak current of 20 kA. In this case, the residual
voltage was recorded across a 50 ohm load. The resulting
throughput energy was 72 microjoules. The objective of the surge
arrestor is to minimize the throughput energy to a manageable
level. Most microwave transmitters and receivers used in todays
wireless systems are capable of withstanding throughput energy
levels of 10 millijoules or less.
Residual output voltage of an APT quarterwave stub surge arrestor
when subjected to an 8 x 20 sec current surge with peak current
of 20,000 amperes.

Laboratory generated 8 x 20 sec lightning surge current waveform.

Peak current: 21 kiloamperes

Time (microseconds)
Figure 2
Time (microseconds)
Figure 1

The ability to withstand multiple strikes is also an important

measure of surge arrestor merit. Multistrike ability is measured
by subjecting the QWS surge arrestors to repeated surges and
observing if the arrestors continue to properly function or show

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Quarterwave Stub Surge Arrestors

signs of degradation. No evidence of failure or degradation was

observed after subjecting the Andrew Arrestor Plus surge arrestors to over 100 strikes at 50 kA peak current using an 8/20 sec
waveform. This level of reliability is essential in protecting todays
telecommunications systems from the potential of damaging lightning transients.
Arrestor Plus QWS surge arrestors are carefully designed and
tested to provide a low impedance path to ground for any lightning
induced transient energy present on the center conductor of the
transmission line. These surge arrestors are designed to withstand
multiple strikes of the most severe surges. The unique attributes
of QWS surge arrestors are made possible by careful design
and selection of the geometry and cross-sectional area of the
conductors that make up the shorting stub. QWS designs result in
extremely low throughput energy devices with true
multistrike ability.

It is key to note that dc signals cannot be passed through the

device. When dc passing is required, as is often the case for tower
top active electronics, then it is strongly recommended to use
Andrew APG gas tube series surge arrestors. For more information
on APG gas tube series arrestors, see Appendix 2.
The lowest center frequency of operation is limited to approximately 400 MHz, while the highest center frequency is limited
by the cutoff frequency of the coaxial cable being used. Figure
4 shows a cross-sectional view of a QWS surge arrestor. The
lower operating frequency is limited due to the physical size of
the shorting stub. When the shorting stub reaches too long of a
physical length, the stub appears as an inductive load, resulting
in excessive residual voltages. Quarterwave shorted stubs can be
designed to accommodate systems operating as high as 12 GHz.

When selecting a surge arrestor, the RF performance must be

considered. Characteristics that describe RF performance are
operating bandwidth, VSWR (return loss), insertion loss, maximum
average power, and passive intermodulation distortion.
The operating bandwidth of quarterwave shorted stubs is limited,
but Andrew Arrestor Plus QWS surge arrestors are designed to
accommodate the operating bandwidth requirements of todays
wireless telecommunications systems. Quarterwave shorted stubs
can be designed to accommodate up to 20% bandwidth. The
bandwidth characteristics of the surge arrestors is similar to that of
a bandpass filter: RF signals at the center of the band pass unattenuated, while out-of-band signals (such as lightning transients)
are diverted harmlessly to ground.
Figure 3 shows the measured wideband S11 (return loss) of a
QWS surge arrestor. Note that in the band of interest, the S11
levels are typically -30 dB.
S11 vs Frequency for a QWS surge arrestor

Figure 4

In the operating bandwidth of the Arrestor Plus QWS surge

arrestors, the RF performance characteristics are optimal. At the
operating frequencies of the Arrestor Plus, the insertion loss is less
than 0.1 dB, no more than adding a connector to the transmission
line path. Figure 5 shows the measured S21 (insertion loss) performance of an APM type QWS surge arrestor. Note that in the band
of interest, the S21 levels are better than -0.05 dB.
The maximum average operating power of the Arrestor Plus QWS
surge arrestor is limited by the connector interface. The suggested
maximum average operating power for Type N connectors is 600
watts at 900 MHz. The suggested maximum average operating
power for 7-16 DIN connectors is 3000 watts at 900 MHz.
Exceeding these values can result in excessive temperature rise
and permanent damage to the device.
Intermodulation distortion (IMD) is a major concern in todays PCS,
cellular, ESMR, and other wireless systems. IMD is caused by
nonlinear effects within a device. For connectors, these nonlinear
effects can be caused by poor contact between internal surfaces,
plating with ferrous materials, such as nickel, or by oxide build up
between contact surfaces.

Frequency (MHz)
Figure 3

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S21 vs Frequency for a QWS surge arrestor

Arrestor Plus surge arrestors are designed with high pressure

contacts, premium platings, and are compensated to offer the best
possible IMD performance.
The functionality of Arrestor Plus QWS surge arrestors can be
readily evaluated by using ordinary RF field test equipment. If there
is no degradation of the VSWR or insertion loss of the arrestor,
then the surge arrestor is reassuringly functioning as a transient
lightning protection device. VSWR and insertion loss measurements
can be made by using vector or scalar network analyzers as well
as a variety of other readily available field test equipment. No other
maintenance is required. As obvious as it may seem, surge arrestors should never be installed or tested when a storm is occurring
or approaching.

Frequency (MHz)
Figure 5

System requirements often dictate outdoor installation of surge

arrestors. Arrestor Plus surge arrestors are ideal for these applications and designed to withstand the harshest environments and
are extensively tested to meet industry standard specifications for
waterproofing, vibration, thermal cycling, mechanical shock, salt
spray, fungus, and moisture resistance.
QWS surge arrestors are excellent choices for wireless base station
applications where superior RF performance is required to ensure
call quality and when protection against multiple lightning strikes is
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Gas Tube Surge Arrestors

Gas Tube Surge ArrestorsConsiderations

and Selection
Gas Tube Surge Arrestor Technology
To simplify selecting the appropriate gas tube surge arrestor
for your system plots, maximum average power vs. VSWR have
been compiled. Figures 1 and 2 show plots of maximum average
power vs. VSWR for 90 and 350 volt gas tubes. Each graph shows
different values of commonly used dc bias voltages. These graphs
were established from extensive laboratory testing and include
the appropriate safety factors to ensure proper gas tube selection.
Using these graphs for selecting a gas tube will optimize the level
of protection required for your system.
Gas tube elements are offered in various spark-over voltages.
Andrew Corporation simplifies the selection process by limiting the
choice to two options, 90 volt for GPS applications and 350 volt
for many other wireless applications requiring a dc bias. Plots of
maximum average power vs. VSWR have been compiled for the 90
and 350 volt gas tubes from extensive laboratory testing and have
built-in safety factors to ensure proper selection. See figures 3 and
4. Each graph shows several different values of commonly used
dc bias voltages. Using these graphs for selecting a gas tube will
optimize the level of protection required for your system.
When working in todays environment of diplexed signals, overlaid
networks, tower mounted amplifiers, and multiple carriers, it is
necessary to verify that a systems maximum average power does
not exceed that rating for the gas tube. The following example illustrates the process of using the voltage derating curves that follow.
Using the Maximum Average Power Derating Curves
GSM Radio Operating Conditions:
1. Number of carriers = 2
2. Power of each carrier (dBm) = +42 dBm carriers at the output
of a hybrid combiner (+45 dBm at combiner input)
3. VSWR = 1.25:1
4. dc Bias = 15 V
5. Nominal Impedance = 50
1. Calculate the peak instantaneous voltage of a single
+42 dBm carrier for a 50 ohm based system
Average Power
(average power per carrier in dBm/10)
per Carrier (watts)= 10
1000
V rms per carrier (volts): =
average power per carrier (watts) Impedance (ohms)
V rms per carrier (volts) = 28.284

2. Calculate the peak instantaneous voltage of a two,

+42 dBm carrier, 50 ohm based system
Peak

instantaneous voltage (volts):=

V peak per carrier (volts) number of carriers (N)

Peak instantaneous voltage (volts) = 80

Therefore, the peak instantaneous voltage of a two

+42 dBm carriers is 80 volts.
3. Calculate the peak instantaneous power of two,
+42 dBm carrier, 50 ohm based system
Peak

instantaneous power (watts):=

(Peak instantaneous voltage (volts)) 2
Impedance (ohms)

Peak instantaneous power (watts) = 128

Peak instantaneous power (dBm):=

10 log Peak instantaneous power (watts)

0.001

Peak instantaneous power (dBm) = 51.072

Therefore, the peak instantaneous voltage of two,

+42 dBm carriers is 128 watts (+51 dBm).
4. The gas tube selection curves are specified as Maximum
Average Power vs. VSWR. Therefore, it is required to
calculate an estimate of the average (RMS) power from
the peak instantaneous power. A reasonable calculation
of this estimate is shown below:

Peak instantaneous voltage (volts) = 80

RMS equivalent (volts): = Peak instantaneous voltage (volts)

2
RMS equivalent (volts) = 56.569
RMS equal power (watts):=

(RMS equivalent (volts)) 2

Impedance (ohms)

RMS equal power (watts) = 64

Therefore, to utilize the gas tube selection curves, an

approximate value of 64 watts average power would
provide a reasonable estimate.

V peak per carrier (volts) = 40

Note that for this calculation, the dc bias voltage was not
specified and the VSWR was not specified. The gas tube
selection curves provide a derating for both the VSWR
and dc bias voltage.

Therefore, the peak instantaneous voltage of a single

+42 dBm carrier is 40 volts.

5. Apply calculated information to the derating curves.

V peak per carrier (volts):= 2 V rms per carrier (volts)

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Gas Tube Surge Arrestors

Derating of maximum average power due to VSWR

and applied dc bias for APG Arrestor Plus surge
arrestors with 90 volt gas tubes

Derating of maximum average power due to VSWR

and applied dc bias for APG Arrestor Plus surge
arrestors with 90 volt gas tubes

Vdc bias 15 V

375 W

3.25 W
Vdc bias 15 V

1.25

VSWR
Figure 1

Steps

Steps

1. Apply system parameters to 90 V curves.

2. Estimate 15 V dc bias line

1. Locate maximum average power for system with VSWR = 1.25

and Vdc = 15 V as before.

3. Find average power level at intersection with 1.25 VSWR

2. Maximum average power (est.) = 375 W (+55.74 dBm)

4. Average power = 3.25 W

3. Estimated average power (from calculation) = 64 W

(+48.06 dBm)

5. 3.25 W is much less than 64 W therefore 90 V gas tube is not

chosen for this application.
6. Move on to 350 V curve.

Gas Tube Derating Curves

Derating of maximum average power due to VSWR
and applied dc bias for APG Arrestor Plus surge
arrestors with 90 volt gas tubes

90 Volt
Figure 3

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4. Resulting safety margin is 7.68 dB.

5. 350 V gas tube is chosen due to acceptable safety margin.
The APTDC line of dc passing surge arrestors should be used
for those cases where the intersection of VSWR and Maximum
Average Power lie above the 0 volt dc offset curve.
Derating of maximum average power due to VSWR
and applied dc bias for APG Arrestor Plus surge
arrestors with 350 volt gas tubes

350 Volt
Figure 4

Appendix 2
Gas Tube Surge Arrestors

Andrew Arrestor Plus gas tube surge arrestors allow field

replacement of gas tube elements. Gas tubes can be replaced by
simply removing the nut and replacing the element. A gas tube
element may not always show outward signs of failure or degradation, therefore, routine maintenance and inspection is suggested. If
the number of storms in an area is high, gas tube elements should
be replaced more frequently. Gas tube degradation is dependent
on the number as well as the intensity of the lightning strikes.
As obvious as it may seem, gas tube elements should never be
replaced when a storm is occurring or approaching.

S21 vs Frequency for an APG gas tube surge arrestor

When selecting a surge arrestor, the RF performance must be

considered. Characteristics that describe RF performance are
operating bandwidth, VSWR (return loss), insertion loss, and
maximum average power.
Arrestor Plus gas tube arrestors offer the widest bandwidth
available of any gas tube surge arrestors on the market. Unlike
quarterwave stub arrestors, Andrew APG gas tube arrestors can
be used for applications under 400 MHz. A single unit can be
used for broadband applications over the full frequency range of
02000 MHz. Figure 5 shows the measured wideband S11 return
loss plot of a gas tube surge arrestor. Note that in the commonly
used 800960 MHz and 17002000 MHz bands, the S11 levels
are typically better than -30 dB.
S11 vs Frequency for an APG gas tube surge arrestor

Unlike QWS arrestors, a gas tube arrestor can pass dc current

along the center conductor, as is often required for todays
wireless communication systems incorporating tower top
active electronics.
VSWR and insertion loss measurement of APG gas tube surge
arrestors can be made by using vector or scalar network analyzers
as well as a variety of other readily available types of field test
equipment. The arrestors are dc passing broadband devices and
can therefore be used with time domain reflect meters or fault
location equipment.
System requirements often dictate that surge arrestors will be
installed outdoors. The Arrestor Plus APG series surge arrestors
from Andrew are ideal for these applications and are designed to
withstand the harshest environment. They are extensively tested to
meet industry standard specifications for waterproofing, vibration,
thermal cycling, mechanical shock, salt spray, fungus, and
moisture resistance.
Andrew Arrestor Plus gas tube surge arrestors are an excellent
choice for broadband frequency applications or when a dc bias is
required for providing power to tower top devices. Please visit our
website at www.andrew.com for more information.

Frequency (MHz)
Figure 5

Over the operating frequencies of the Arrestor Plus surge arrestor,

the insertion loss is less than 0.1 dB, no more than adding a
connector to the transmission line path. Figure 6 shows the
measured S21 (insertion loss) performance for a typical APG family
arrestor. Note that in the commonly used 800960 MHz and
17002000 MHz bands, the S21 levels are typically -0.05 dB and
-0.12 dB, respectively.

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Appendix 3
dc Passing T-Series Surge Arrestors

dc Passing T-Series Surge Arrestors

Andrew Arrestor Plus dc passing surge arrestors (US patent
pending) are true broadband RF devices that are capable of
allowing a dc bias to pass along the center while shorting the
lower frequencies associated with lightning induced transients
to the outer conductor and to earth ground. By removing the gas
tube from the RF path, they allow dc voltage to pass and greatly
enhance power handling capability.
Arrestor Plus dc passing wideband surge arrestors are the same
general shape and size as a typical quarterwave surge arrestors.
The arrestor is comprised of two coaxial connector interfaces
joined by a center conductor passing through a coaxial arrestor
body. A shorting stub connects to the center conductor on an
axis perpendicular to the center conductor through a port in the
arrestor body. A gas discharge tube sits directly on top of the RF
shorting stub, under constant pressure applied by the gas tube
spring clip. The shorting stub, RF shorting stub, gas tube, and gas
tube spring clip are sealed inside of the shorting stub sleeve and
arrestor body by compressing an o-ring between the screw-in gas
cap and the shorting stub sleeve.
The function of the various elements in the dc passing T-series
surge arrestor described above are best understood if modeled as
a simple electronic circuit as shown in figure 1, below.

Figure 1
Electronic circuit diagram of
dc-passing wideband surge arrestor

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The two coaxial connector interfaces, ports P1 and P2, provide

coupling to coaxial cables that run between the output of the radio
equipment and the surge arrestor and the surge arrestor and the
antenna. This cable is indicated as having a nominal impedance
(Zo) of 50 . The center conductor sections that are between the
coaxial connector interfaces and the shorting stub are modeled as
transmission lines TL1 and TL2. The shorting stub is modeled as
an inductor (L1) that connects to the center conductor between
TL1 and TL2. The outer surface of the RF shorting stub is coated
with a dielectric material to create a series capacitance (C1)
between the end of the helical shorting stub and the shorting
stub sleeve, which is a ground (G1). A gas discharge tube with
capacitance (C2) sits in parallel with capacitor C1 and ground (G2).
The inductance, L1, of the helical shorting stub and the effective capacitance of parallel capacitors C1 and C2 tune the surge
arrestor giving it a broadband frequency response.
Under normal operating conditions, the RF signal will pass straight
from P1 to P2 since the inductor, L1, appears as an open circuit.
When a dc bias voltage is applied at either P1 or P2, it will also
pass straight through the device. The dc bias voltage is prevented
from shorting to either earth grounds, G1 or G2, by capacitors, C1
and C2, because these capacitors appear as open circuits to low
current dc bias voltages typically applied to power tower mounted
amplifiers or active antennas. The gas in the gas discharge tube
will ionize under lightning strikes or other high voltage conditions
allowing the transient to go from the center conductor to the outer
conductor or ground (G2). For purposes of effective grounding,
the surge arrestor can either be mounted to ground through a
bulkhead interface or by mounting the surge arrestor to a copper
grounding buss bar via threaded mounting hardware that is
provided with the surge arrestor or ordered separately.

Appendix 4
Lightning Strike Probability

Lightning StrikesStatistics and Definitions

Statistics on the probability of a lightning strike to towers of various heights in various locations on Earth

Location
Chicago, IL
Arlington, TX
Atlanta, GA
Tampa, FL
York, UK
Taiwan
Hong Kong
Singapore
Rio de Janeiro

Isokeraunic
Level
Latitude
41
42
48
33
50
34
100
28
9
53
20
23
30
23
140
2
60
23

Flash
Density
33.60
46.10
50.00
200.00
1.62
8.00
18.00
392.00
72.00

Ground
Flash Density
9.95
9.85
11.30
35.00
0.67
1.27
2.85
39.30
11.40

Definitions and Comments

Isokeraunic Level: The isokeraunic level is a measure of the
number of thunderstorm days per year. A thunderstorm day is
defined as a day on which thunder is heard. For example, the city
of Chicago averages 41 thunderstorm days per year. The isokeraunic level is expressed as:

T = Isokeraunic Levels
y

Total Flash Density: The total flash density is a measure of the

number of flashes per year per square kilometer. For example, the
city of Chicago averages 33 flashes per year per square kilometer.
Total flash density includes intracloud flashes, intercloud flashes, and
cloud-to-ground flashes. Total flash density can be expressed as DT.
The expression for total flash density is an empirically determined
value based on many years of observation and can be approximated
as follows:

D 0.02 x T 2

fraction

fraction

Ground Flash Density: The ground flash density is a measure of the

number of flashes that reach the ground (as opposed to intercloud
and intracloud type flashes). Flashes that reach the ground are the
ones that are threatening to us. For example, the city of Chicago averages 9.9 ground flashes per year per square kilometer. The expression for ground flash density is an empirically determined value based
on many years of observation and can be expressed as follows:

Ground Flash

=P

fraction

xD

is the fraction of total flashes that reach the ground. The value is
related to the latitude as expressed in the following equation:

fraction

= 0.1 x [1 + (latitude)2]
30

Area of Attraction of a Structure: A structure has a defined attraction area that is strongly dependent on the height and less dependent on its width and length. For a structure of height H, length L,
and width W, the area of attraction (sometimes referred to as area
of collection) can be estimated by using the following equation. All
units are in meters. Note that if the structure has a small length or
small width as compared to the height, such as a communications
tower or pole, then the equation is dominated by the height.

Area = L W = 4.4 H (L + W) + (2.2 H)2

C

Strikes per Year:

50-foot tower
100-foot tower
0.041
0.153
0.040
0.151
0.046
0.173
0.143
0.537
0.003
0.010
0.005
0.019
0.012
0.043
0.160
0.604
0.046
0.175

200-foot tower
0.591
0.585
0.671
2.081
0.039
0.075
0.170
2.340
0.679

Average Number of Strikes per Year to a Tower: The average

number of strikes per year for an arbitrary tower of height H, length L
and width W, can be estimated by multiplying the Area of Attraction,
Area C, by the Ground Flash Density, D Ground Flash. Since the Area of
Attraction, is expressed in square meters and the Ground Flash Density
is expressed in square kilometers, a factor of 10-6 must be included.

S Areac x D

x H x 10
2

Ground Flash

-6

Strikes per Year, 50 foot tower: As an example, a 50-foot tower

in the Chicago area will average 0.040 strikes per year (or this can
be interpreted as 1 strike every 24.6 years). The calculations were
based on a 50-foot (15.24 meters) height, 3.5-meter width, 3.5meter length, latitude of 42 degrees, and an isokeraunic level of
41 thunderstorm days per year.
Strikes per Year, 100 foot tower: As an example, a 100-foot
tower in the Chicago area will average 0.153 strikes per year (or
this can be interpreted as 1 strike every 6.5 years). The calculations were based on a 100-foot (30.48 meters) height, 3.5-meter
width, 3.5-meter length, latitude of 42 degrees, and an isokeraunic
level of 41 thunderstorm days per year.
Strikes per Year, 200 foot tower: As an example, a 200-foot
tower in the Chicago area will average 0.591 strikes per year (or
this can be interpreted as 1 strike every 1.7 years). The calculations were based on a 200-foot (60.96 meters) height, 3.5-meter
width, 3.5-meter length, latitude of 42 degrees, and an isokeraunic
level of 41 thunderstorm days per year.
It is important to remember that these are statistical calculations based
on many years of observation. When lightning strikes within even a
few kilometers of the tower, damaging transients can be coupled and
carried on any transmission lines, data lines, and power lines in the
vicinity and cause damaging effects within the area of the tower.
References
1 IEC 1312-1, Protection Against Lightning Electromagnetic Impulse
2 IEEE C62.41-1991, IEEE Recommended Practice on Surge Voltages in Low-Voltage ac Power Circuits
3 MIL-STD-188-124A, Military Standard for Grounding, Bonding and Shielding
4 MIL-HDBK-419A, Military Handbook for the Theory of Grounding, Bonding and Shielding of
Communications Electronics. Volume 1 (Basic Theory), Volume 2 (Applications)
5 MIL-STD-1757A, Lightning Qualification Test Techniques for Aerospace Vehicles and Hardware
6 National Electric Code 1993, Article 280
7 IEC 1024-1, Protection of Structures Against Lightning.
8 BS 6651, 1992 Code of Practice for Protection of Structures Against Lightning
9 Aleksa, J. and Stockman, C., A Flash of Beauty or a Force for Destruction?, South African
Wireless Communications, Aug 1997
10 Fisher, F.A. and Plumer, J.A., Lightning Protection of Aircraft, Lightning Technologies, 1990

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Hanger Spacing Guidelines

HELIAX Coaxial Cable

These spacing recommendations assume that all hangers are properly

installed and tightened.
Installations in Typical Climates
Use the 125 mph (200 km/h), 1/2 in ice conditions, highlighted in red.
Severe or Mild Climates
Use the wind speed and ice conditions that most closely approximate the
expected worst case conditions for the local climate.

Recommended maximum hanger spacings are tabulated below for

various wind speed and ice conditions. The recommendations are based
on guidelines stated in EIA Standard RS-222 and new wind tunnel and
vibration tests. They supersede those in previous Andrew catalogs.
Please refer to Andrew publication number TP-101619-EN.

Standard HangerMaximum Hanger Spacing

Cable Size Cable Type
Hanger Part Number

Recommended Maximum Hanger Spacing, feet (meters)

Wind Speed

85 mph (137 km/h)

Radial Ice

100 mph (160 km/h)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

1/2"

Corrugated

43211A

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

1/2"

Smoothwall

43211A

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

5/8"

Corrugated

42396A-9

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

7/8"

Corrugated

42396A-5

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

7/8"

Smoothwall

42396A-5

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

1-1/4"

Corrugated

42396A-1

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

1-1/4"

Smoothwall

42396A-2

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1-5/8"

Corrugated

42396A-2

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1-5/8"

Smoothwall

42396A-2

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

Definitions and Assumptions 1. Per EIA-222 Standard: Coefficient of drag for coaxial cable is 1.2 (cylindrical members). Ice forms completely around member (360 degrees).
Combined wind and ice loading is reduced by 25% to reflect lower probability of wind and ice occurring simultaneously. 2. Wind speeds are maximum, which includes gust factors
and exposure factors. Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft.

Standard HangerMaximum Hanger Spacing

Cable Size

Cable Part Number

Hanger Part Number

Recommended Maximum Hanger Spacing, feet (meters)

Wind Speed

85 mph (137 km/h)

Radial Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

2-1/4"

LDF12-50A

42395A-4

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2-1/4"

HJ12-50

42396A-4

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3"

HJ8-50B

31766A-11

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

4"

HJ11-50B

31766A-10

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5"

HJ9HP-50

33598-5

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5"

HJ9-50

33598-5

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft.

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Standard HangerMaximum Hanger Spacing

Cable Size Cable Part Number Hanger Part Number

Recommended Maximum Hanger Spacing, feet (meters)

Wind Speed

125 mph (200 km/h)

Radial Ice

150 mph (240 km/h)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

1/2"

Corrugated

43211A

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1/2"

Smoothwall

43211A

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

5/8"

Corrugated

42396A-9

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

7/8"

Corrugated

42396A-5

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

7/8"

Smoothwall

42396A-5

5 (1.5)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1-1/4"

Corrugated

42396A-1

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1-1/4"

Smoothwall

42396A-2

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1-5/8"

Corrugated

42396A-2

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1-5/8"

Smoothwall

42396A-2

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2-1/4"

LDF12-50

42395A-4

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2-1/4"

HJ12-50

42396A-4

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3"

HJ8-50B

31766A-11

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

4"

HJ11-50B

31766A-10

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5"

HJ9HP-50

33598-5

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5"

HJ9-50

33598-5

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

5 (1.5)

Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft.

Snap-In HangerRecommended Maximum Hanger Spacing

Cable Size

Cable Part Number

Hanger Part Number

Recommended Maximum Hanger Spacing, feet (meters)

Wind Speed

85 mph (137 km/h)

Radial Ice

100 mph (160 km/h)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

1/2"

Corrugated

SSH-12

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1/2"

Smoothwall

SSH-12

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

5/8"

Corrugated

206706A-6

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

7/8"

Corrugated

SSH-78

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

7/8"

Smoothwall

SSH-78

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1-1/4"

Corrugated

SSH-114

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1-1/4"

Smoothwall

SSH-158

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1-5/8"

Corrugated

SSH-158

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1-5/8"

Smoothwall

SSH-158

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2-1/4"

LDF12-50

206706A-6

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2-1/4"

HJ12-50

206706A-6

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

Definitions and Assumptions 1. Per EIA-222 Standard: Coefficient of drag for coaxial cable is 1.2 (cylindrical members). Ice forms completely around member (360 degrees).
Combined wind and ice loading is reduced by 25% to reflect lower probability of wind and ice occurring simultaneously. 2. Wind speeds are maximum, which includes gust factors
and exposure factors. Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft.

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Snap-In HangerRecommended Maximum Hanger Spacing

Cable Size

Cable Part Number

Hanger Part Number

Wind Speed

Recommended Maximum Hanger Spacing, feet (meters)

125 mph (200 km/h)

Radial Ice

150 mph (240 km/h)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

1/2"

Corrugated

SSH-12

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1/2"

Smoothwall

SSH-12

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

5/8"

Corrugated

206706A-6

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

7/8"

Corrugated

SSH-78

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1 (0.3)

7/8"

Smoothwall

SSH-78

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1 (0.3)

1-1/4"

Corrugated

SSH-114

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1 (0.3)

1-1/4"

Smoothwall

SSH-158

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1 (0.3)

1-5/8"

Corrugated

SSH-158

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1 (0.3)

1-5/8"

Smoothwall

SSH-158

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1 (0.3)

2-1/4"

LDF12-50

206706A-6

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1 (0.3)

2-1/4"

HJ12-50

206706A-6

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

2 (0.6)

1 (0.3)

1 (0.3)

Definitions and Assumptions 1. Per EIA-222 Standard: Coefficient of drag for coaxial cable is 1.2 (cylindrical members). Ice forms completely around member (360 degrees).
Combined wind and ice loading is reduced by 25% to reflect lower probability of wind and ice occurring simultaneously. 2. Wind speeds are maximum, which includes gust factors
and exposure factors. Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft.

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Click-On HangerRecommended Maximum Hanger Spacing

Cable Size

Cable Part Number

Hanger Part Number

Recommended Maximum Hanger Spacing, feet (meters)

Wind Speed

85 mph (137 km/h)

Radial Ice

100 mph (160 km/h)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

1/2"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L4CLICK, 1 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1/2"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L4CLICK, 2 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1/2"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L4CLICK, 3 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

Note: These same hanger spacing recommendations apply for the other following 1/2 in cable types: LDF4-75A, HL4RP-50, HLT4-50, HS4RP-50, HST4-50, HT4-50, HJ4-50

5/8"

Corrugated

L45CLICK, 1 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

5/8"

Corrugated

L45CLICK, 2 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

5/8"

Corrugated

L45CLICK, 3 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

Note: These same hanger spacing recommendations apply for the other following 5/8 in cable types: HJ4.5-50

7/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L5CLICK, 1 Stack

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

7/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L5CLICK, 2 Stack

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

7/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L5CLICK, 3 Stack

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

Note: These same hanger spacing recommendations apply for the other following 7/8 in cable types: AVA5-50, VXL5-50, AL5-50, HJ5-50, HJ5-75, HT5-5

1-1/4"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L6CLICK, 1 Stack

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1-1/4"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L6CLICK, 2 Stack

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1-1/4"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L6CLICK, 3 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1-5/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L7CLICK, 1 Stack

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

4 (1.2)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1-5/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L7CLICK, 2 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

1-5/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L7CLICK, 3 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

Note: These same hanger spacing recommendations apply for the other following 1 5/8 in cable types: HJ7-50A, AVA7-50, AL7-50
* These hanger spacings have been specified based on using the Click-On Hangers with Andrew specified hardware kits.
(Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft)
Definitions and Assumptions 1. Per EIA-222 Standard: Coefficient of drag for coaxial cable is 1.2 (cylindrical members). Ice forms completely around member (360 degrees). Combined wind and ice
loading is reduced by 25% to reflect lower probability of wind and ice occurring simultaneously. 2. Wind speeds are maximum, which includes gust factors and exposure factors.

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Click-On HangerRecommended Maximum Hanger Spacing

Cable Size

Cable Part Number

Hanger Part Number

Recommended Maximum Hanger Spacing, feet (meters)

Wind Speed

125 mph (200 km/h)

Radial Ice

150 mph (240 km/h)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

1/2"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L4CLICK, 1 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1/2"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L4CLICK, 2 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1/2"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L4CLICK, 3 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6

Note: These hanger spacing recommendations are also applicable for these 1/2 in cable types: LDF4-75A, HL4RP-50, HLT4-50, HS4RP-50, HST4-50, HT4-50, HJ4-50

5/8"

Corrugated

L45CLICK, 1 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

5/8"

Corrugated

L45CLICK, 2 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

5/8"

Corrugated

L45CLICK, 3 Stack

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

Note: These hanger spacing recommendations are also applicable for this 5/8 in cable type: HJ4.5-50

7/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L5CLICK, 1 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

7/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L5CLICK, 2 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

7/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L5CLICK, 3 Stack

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

Note: These hanger spacing recommendations are also applicable for these 7/8 in cable types: AVA5-50, VXL5-50, AL5-50, HJ5-50, HJ5-75, HT5-5

1-1/4"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L6CLICK, 1 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1-1/4"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L6CLICK, 2 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1-1/4"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L6CLICK, 3 Stack

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1-5/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L7CLICK, 1 Stack

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

3 (0.9)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1-5/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L7CLICK, 2 Stack

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

1-5/8"

Corrugated, Smoothwall

L7CLICK, 3 Stack

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

2 (0.6)

Note: These hanger spacing recommendations are also applicable for these 1 5/8 in cable types: HJ7-50A, AVA7-50, AL7-50
(Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft)

Mini Click-On HangerRecommended Maximum Hanger Spacing

Cable Size

Cable Part Number

Hanger Part Number

Wind Speed

125 mph (200 km/h)

Radial Ice

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

6 mm8mm

CNT-240, CNT-300, FSJ1 series

68MCLICK, 1 Stack

1.5 (0.61)

1.5 (0.61)

1.5 (0.61)

6 mm8mm

CNT-240, CNT-300, FSJ1 series

68MCLICK, 2 Stack

1.5 (0.61)

1.5 (0.61)

1.5 (0.61)

6 mm8mm

CNT-240, CNT-300, FSJ1 series

68MCLICK, 3 Stack

1.5 (0.61)

1.5 (0.61)

1.5 (0.61)

9 mm12 mm

CNT-400, LDF1, FSJ2, LDF2, SFX series

912MCLICK, 1 Stack

3.0 (0.90)

3.0 (0.90)

3.0 (0.90)

9 mm12 mm

CNT-400, LDF1, FSJ2, LDF2, SFX series

912MCLICK, 2 Stack

3.0 (0.90)

3.0 (0.90)

3.0 (0.90)

9 mm12 mm

CNT-400, LDF1, FSJ2, LDF2, SFX series

912MCLICK, 3 Stack

2.0 (0.60)

2.0 (0.60)

2.0 (0.60)

13 mm16 mm

CNT-500, CNT-600, FSJ4, LDF4, FXL-540

1316MCLICK, 1 Stack

3.0 (0.90)

3.0 (0.90)

3.0 (0.90)

13 mm16 mm

CNT-500, CNT-600, FSJ4, LDF4, FXL-540

1316MCLICK, 2 Stack

3.0 (0.90)

3.0 (0.90)

3.0 (0.90)

13 mm16 mm

CNT-500, CNT-600, FSJ4, LDF4, FXL-540

1316MCLICK, 3 Stack

2.0 (0.60)

2.0 (0.60)

2.0 (0.60)

Definitions and Assumptions 1. Per EIA-222 Standard: Coefficient of drag for coaxial cable is 1.2 (cylindrical members). Ice forms completely around member (360 degrees).
Combined wind and ice loading is reduced by 25% to reflect lower probability of wind and ice occurring simultaneously. 2. Wind speeds are maximum, which includes gust factors
and exposure factors. Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft.

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Hanger Spacing Guidelines

HELIAX Elliptical Waveguide

Installations in Typical Climates

Use the 125 mph (200 km/h), 1/2 in ice conditions, highlighted in red.
Severe or Mild Climates
Use the wind speed and ice conditions that most closely approximate the
expected worst case conditions for the local climate.

Recommended maximum hanger spacings are tabulated below for

various wind speed and ice conditions. The recommendations are based
on guidelines stated in EIA Standard RS-222 and new wind tunnel and
vibration tests. They supersede those in previous Andrew catalogs.

Standard Hanger for HELIAX Elliptical WaveguideRecommended Maximum Hanger Spacing

Waveguide Type

Hanger Part Number

Recommended Maximum Hanger Spacing, feet (meters)

Wind Speed

85 mph (137 km/h)

Radial Ice

100 mph (160 km/h)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

EW17

31766A-9

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

EW20

31766A-10

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

EW28

31766A-11

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

5.5 (1.68)

EW37

42396A-4

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

5.5 (1.68)

5.5 (1.68)

5.5 (1.68)

5.0 (1.50)

EW43

42396A-16

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

5.5 (1.68)

5.0 (1.50)

5.0 (1.50)

4.5 (1.37)

EW52

42396A-8

5.5 (1.68)

5.0 (1.50)

4.5 (1.37)

4.5 (1.37)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

EW63

42396A-7

5.0 (1.50)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

4.0 (1.20)

4.0 (1.20)

3.5 (1.07)

EW64

42396A-1

5.0 (1.50)

6.0 (1.80)

4.0 (1.20)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

3.5 (1.07)

EW77

42396A-11

5.0 (1.50)

6.0 (1.80)

4.0 (1.20)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

3.5 (1.07)

EW85

42396A-5

5.5 (1.68)

6.0 (1.80)

4.0 (1.20)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

3.5 (1.07)

EW90

42396A-5

5.5 (1.68)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (0.90)

EW127A

42396A-9

5.5 (1.68)

4.5 (1.37)

3.5 (1.07)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (0.90)

EW132

42396A-9

5.5 (1.68)

4.5 (1.37)

3.5 (1.07)

5.0 (1.20)

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (0.90)

EW180

43211A

6.0 (1.80)

4.5 (1.37)

3.5 (1.07)

5.0 (1.20)

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (0.90)

EW220

43211A

6.0 (1.80)

4.5 (1.37)

3.5 (1.07)

5.0 (1.20)

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (0.90)

EW240

43211A

6.0 (1.80)

4.5 (1.37)

3.5 (1.07)

5.0 (1.20)

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (0.90)

EW380

43211A

6.0 (1.80)

4.5 (1.37)

3.5 (1.07)

5.0 (1.20)

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (0.90)

Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft.

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Hanger Spacing Guidelines

Standard Hanger for HELIAX Elliptical WaveguideRecommended Maximum Hanger Spacing

Waveguide Type

Hanger Part Number

Recommended Maximum Hanger Spacing, feet (meters)

Wind Speed

125 mph (200 km/h)

Radial Ice

150 mph (240 km/h)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

No Ice

1/2" (13 mm)

1" (25 mm)

EW17

31766A-9

6.0 (1.80)

6.0 (1.80)

5.5 (1.68)

5.0 (1.50)

5.0 (1.50)

4.5 (1.37)

EW20

31766A-10

5.5 (1.68)

5.5 (1.68)

5.0 (1.50)

4.5 (1.37)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

EW28

31766A-11

5.0 (1.50)

5.0 (1.50)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

4.0 (1.20)

3.5 (1.07)

EW37

42396A-4

4.5 (1.37)

4.5 (1.37)

4.0 (1.20)

3.5 (1.07)

3.5 (1.07)

3.0 (.090)

EW43

42396A-16

4.0 (1.20)

4.0 (1.20)

3.5 (1.07)

3.5 (1.07)

3.5 (1.07)

3.0 (.090)

EW52

42396A-8

3.5 (1.07)

3.5 (1.07)

3.0 (.090)

3.0 (.090)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

EW63

42396A-7

3.5 (1.07)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

2.5 (0.76)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

EW64

42396A-1

3.5 (1.07)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

EW77

42396A-11

3.5 (1.07)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

EW85

42396A-5

3.5 (1.07)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

EW90

42396A-5

3.5 (1.07)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

EW127A

42396A-9

3.5 (1.07)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

EW132

42396A-9

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

EW180

43211A

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

3.5 (1.07)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

EW220

43211A

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

3.5 (1.07)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

EW240

43211A

4.0 (1.20)

3.0 (.090)

2.5 (0.76)

3.5 (1.07)

2.5 (0.76)

2.0 (0.60)

Definitions and Assumptions 1. Per EIA-222 Standard: Coefficient of drag for coaxial cable is 1.2 (cylindrical members). Ice forms completely around member (360 degrees).
Combined wind and ice loading is reduced by 25% to reflect lower probability of wind and ice occurring simultaneously. 2. Wind speeds are maximum, which includes gust factors
and exposure factors. Note: Standard tower configuration spacing is 3 to 4 ft.
* These hanger spacing recommendations have been specified using the click-on hangers with Andrew specified hardware kits.

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Hardware and Accessory Consolidation Cross Reference

Discontinued Part
1070-BCH
1070-BCH-NH
1070-CS
1480-BA4
1480-BA5
1480-BCH
1480-BCH-NH
1480-CP
1480-CS
1480-DHK
1480-EZC
1480-EZSNS
1480-HG
1480-HG-NL
1480-SEK
1480/1873-CS
1873-BA4
1873-BCH
1873-BCH-NH
1873-CP
1873-CS
1873-DHK
1873-EZS
1873-EZSNS
1873-HG
1873-HG-NL
1873-SEK
1873-SEK-G
1873-SPC
540-BA4
540-BA4-3
540-BA5
540-BA5-3
540-BCH
540-BCH-NH
540-CP
540-CS
540-DHK
540-EZC
540-EZSNS
540-HG
540-HG-NL
540-SEK
540-SEK-G
540-SPC-3
780-BA4
780-BA4-3
780-BA5
780-BA5-3
780-BCH
780-BCH-NH
780-CP
780-CS

Replacement
42396A-5
42396A-5
245171
SEC-1114
48939A-3
42396A-1
42396A-1
PLUG-114
245172
L6CLICK
SSH-114
SSH-114
29961
L6SGRIP
SG114-12B2U
245172
SEC-1158
42396A-2
42396A-2
PLUG-158
245172
L7CLICK
SSH-158
SSH-158
24312A
L7SGRIP
SG158-12B2U
SG158-12S2U
No replacement
SEC-412
SEC-412
48939A-6
48939A-8
43211A
43211A
PLUG-12
245173
L4CLICK
SSH-12
SSH-12
43094
L4SGRIP
SG12-12B2U
SG12-12S2U
No replacement
SEC-378
SEC-378
48939A-1
48939A-2
42396A-5
42396A-5
PLUG-78
245171

Description
Butterfly Hanger for 7/8 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 85 and 90
Butterfly Hanger for 7/8 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 85 and 90
Andrew 3M Cold Shrink Kit for 7/8 in to 1/4 in through 1/2 in connections
SnapSeal Entry Cushion with 1 hole for 1-1/4 in corrugated coaxial cable
Boot Assembly, 5 in, for 1-1/4 in corrugated coaxial cable
Butterfly Hanger for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 64
Butterfly Hanger for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 64
Cushion Plugs for 1-1/4 in corrugated coaxial cable
Andrew 3M Cold Shrink Kit for 1-5/8 in or 1/4 in to 1/4 in through 1/2 in connections
Double Click-on Hanger for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SnapStak Hanger for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SnapStak Hanger for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
Lace-up Hoisting Grip for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 64
Support Hoisting Grip for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
Andrew 3M Cold Shrink Kit for 1-5/8 in or 1/4 in to 1/4 in through 1/2 in connections
SnapSeal Entry Cushion with 1 hole for 1-5/8 in corrugated coaxial cable
Butterfly Hanger for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
Butterfly Hanger for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
Cushion Plugs for 1-5/8 in corrugated coaxial cable
Andrew 3M Cold Shrink Kit for 1-5/8 in or 1/4 in to 1/4 in through 1/2 in connections
Double Click-on Hanger for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SnapStak Hanger for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SnapStak Hanger for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
Lace-up Hoisting Grip for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 44, 52, and 63
Support Hoisting Grip for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
Cushion Insert with 1 hole for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SnapSeal Entry Cushion with 4 holes for 1/2 in corrugated coaxial cable
SnapSeal Entry Cushion with 4 holes for 1/2 in corrugated coaxial cable
Boot Assembly, 5 in, for 1/2 in corrugated coaxial cable
Boot Assembly, 5 in, for 1/2 in corrugated coaxial cable
Butterfly Hanger for 1/2 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 180, 220, and 240
Butterfly Hanger for 1/2 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 180, 220, and 240
Cushion Plugs for 1/2 in corrugated coaxial cable
Andrew 3M Cold Shrink Kit for 3/8 in through 1/2 in to 3/8 in through 1/2 in connections
Double Click-on Hanger for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SnapStak Hanger for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SnapStak Hanger for 1/2 in coaxial cable
Lace-up Hoisting Grip for 1/2 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 180 and 220
Support Hoisting Grip for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable
Cushion Insert with 3 holes for 1/2 in CR-540 and FXL-540 cable
SnapSeal Entry Cushion with 3 holes for 7/8 in corrugated coaxial cable
SnapSeal Entry Cushion with 3 holes for 7/8 in corrugated coaxial cable
Boot Assembly, 5 in, for 7/8 in corrugated coaxial cable
Boot Assembly, 5 in, for 7/8 in corrugated coaxial cable
Butterfly Hanger for 7/8 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 85 and 90
Butterfly Hanger for 7/8 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 85 and 90
Cushion Plugs for 7/8 in corrugated coaxial cable
Andrew 3M Cold Shrink Kit for 7/8 in to 1/4 in through 1/2 in connections
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Hardware and Accessory Consolidation Cross Reference

Discontinued Part
780-DHK
780-EZC
780-EZSNS
780-HG
780-HG-NL
A1480-BEK
A1480-SEK
A1873-BEK
A1873-SEK
A540-BEK
A540-SEK
A780-BEK
A780-SEK
A780-SEK-2HM8
AA-38S
AA-SH
AAU
AEP4-11
AEP4-12
AEP4-13
AEP4-14
AEP4-22
AEP4-23
AEP4-24
AEP4-25
AEP4-26
AEP4-33
AEP4-34
AEP4-36
AEP4-44
AEP4-46
AEP5-11
AEP5-12
AEP5-22
AEP5-23
AEP5-24
AEP5-33
BT
CMT-Blue
CMT-Brown
CMT-Green
CMT-Red
CMT-White
CMT-Yellow
GB-HK-U
HK-10M
HK-1873-1
HK-1873-2
HK-1873-3
HK-1DHK
HK-2DHK
HK-381
HK-3834
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Replacement
L5CLICKB
SSH-78
SSH-78
19256B
L5SGRIP
SG114-06B2A
SG114-12B2U
SG158-06B2A
SG158-12B2U
SG12-06B2A
SG12-12B2U
SG78-06B2A
SG78-12B2U
SG78-06B2A
31768A
UA-3
UA-3 and UAAI
204673-1
204673-2A
204673-3
204673-4
No replacement
204673-6
204673-8
204673-10
No replacement
204673-9
204673-12
204673-18
204673-16
204673-24
No replacement
No replacement
No replacement
No replacement
No replacement
No replacement
MT-644
CM-TB
CM-TBR
CM-TG
CM-TR
CM-TW
CM-TY
No replacement
243684-MH
243095-10
243095-6
243095-2
243095-9
243095-5
31769-1
31769-5

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Description
Double Click-on Hanger for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SnapStak Hanger for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SnapStak Hanger for 7/8 in coaxial cable
Lace-up Hoisting Grip for 7/8 in coaxial cable and elliptical waveguide 77
Support Hoisting Grip for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
Angle Adapter, standard, 3/8 in tapped hole
Angle Adapter, universal, snap-in, 3/4 in through hole
Angle Adapter, universal, snap-in, 3/4 in through hole
Single Entrance Panel
2 Port Entrance Panel, 1 x 2
3 Port Entrance Panel, 1 x 3
4 Port Entrance Panel, 1 x 4
4 Port Entrance Panel, 2 x 2
6 Port Entrance Panel, 2 x 3
8 Port Entrance Panel, 2 x 4
10 Port Entrance Panel, 2 x 5
12 Port Entrance Panel, 2 x 6
9 Port Entrance Panel, 3 x 3
12 Port Entrance Panel, 3 x 4
18 Port Entrance Panel, 3 x 6
16 Port Entrance Panel, 4 x 4
24 Port Entrance Panel, 4 x 6
Single Entrance Panel, 1 x 1
2 Port Entrance Panel, 1 x 2
4 Port Entrance Panel, 2 x 2
6 Port Entrance Panel, 2 x 3
8 Port Entrance Panel, 2 x 4
9 Port Entrance Panel, 3 x 3
C-2 Banding Tool
Blue 3/4 in PVC Tape, 66 ft
Brown 3/4 in PVC Tape, 66 ft
Green 3/4 in PVC Tape, 66 ft
Red 3/4 in PVC Tape, 66 ft
White 3/4 in PVC Tape, 66 ft
Yellow 3/4 in PVC Tape, 66 ft
Universal Buss Bar Hardware Kit
Hardware Kit for Standard Hangers, includes M10 bolts and hardware
Hardware Kit for 1-1/4 in or 1-5/8 in Double Click-on Hangers, includes 3/8 in bolts and hardware
Hardware Kit for 1-1/4 in or 1-5/8 in Double Click-on Hangers, includes 3/8 in bolts and hardware
Hardware Kit for 1-1/4 in or 1-5/8 in Double Click-on Hangers, includes 3/8 in bolts and hardware
Hardware Kit for 1/2 in or 7/8 in Double Click-on Hangers, includes 3/8 in bolts and hardware
Hardware Kit for 1/2 in or 7/8 in Double Click-on Hangers, includes 3/8 in bolts and hardware
Hardware Kit for Standard Hangers, includes 3/8 in fillister head bolts and hardware
Hardware Kit for Standard Hangers, includes 3/8 in fillister head bolts and hardware

Appendix 6
Hardware and Accessory Consolidation Cross Reference

Discontinued Part
HK-3DHK
MT
RMA-1000
RMA-2000
RMA-3000
RMA-4000
RMB-USBG
SFX-BA4
SFX-BA4-3
SFX-BA5
SFX-BA5-3
SFX-CP
SFX-HG-NL
SFX-SPC
SFX-SPC-9
SGL12-06B2
SGL12-06S2
SGL12-15B4
SGL12-15S4
SGL12-30B4
SGL4-06B2
SGL4-06S2
SGL4-15B4
SGL4-15S4
SGL4-30B4
SGL45-06B2
SGL45-06S2
SGL45-15B4
SGL45-15S4
SGL45-30B4
SGL5-06B2
SGL5-06B2-T
SGL5-06S2
SGL5-15B4
SGL5-15B4-T
SGL5-15S4
SGL5-30B4
SGL5-50G5
SGL6-06B2
SGL6-06S2
SGL6-15B4
SGL6-15S4
SGL6-30B4
SGL7-06B2
SGL7-06B2-T
SGL7-06S2
SGL7-15B4
SGL7-15B4-T
SGL7-15S4
SGL7-30B4
SSB
SSBC

Replacement
243095-1
FT-TB
31670-1
31670-2
31670-3
31670-4
RM-USBG
SEC-638
SEC-638
No replacement
No replacement
No replacement
L2SGRIP
No replacement
No replacement
SG214-06B2A
SG214-06S2A
SG214-12B2U
SG214-12S2U
No replacement
SG12-06B2A
SG12-06S2A
SG12-12B2U
SG12-12S2U
No replacement
SG58-06B2A
SG58-06S2A
SG58-12B2U
SG58-12S2U
No replacement
SG78-06B2A
SG78-06B2A
SG78-06S2A
SG78-12B2U
SG78-12B2U
SG78-12S2U
No replacement
No replacement
SG114-06B2A
SG114-06S2A
SG114-12B2U
SG114-12S2U
No replacement
SG158-06B2A
SG158-06B2A
SG158-06S2A
SG158-12B2U
SG158-12B2U
SG158-12S2U
No replacement
MT-640
MT-641

Description
Hardware Kit for 1/2 in or 7/8 in Double Click-on Hangers, includes 3/8 in bolts and hardware
Black Self-fusing Tape, 15 ft
Round Member Adapter, for 12 in round members
Round Member Adapter, for 23 in round members
Round Member Adapter, for 34 in round members
Round Member Adapter, for 45 in round members
Universal Round Member Support Bracket for 6 runs
SnapSeal Entry Cushion with 6 holes for 3/8 in corrugated coaxial cable
SnapSeal Entry Cushion with 6 holes for 3/8 in corrugated coaxial cable
Boot Assembly, 5 in, single hole, for 1/2 in SFX-500 cable
Boot Assembly, 5 in, three-hole, for 1/2 in SFX-500 cable
Cushion Plugs for SFX-500 cable
Support Hoisting Grip for 3/8 in coaxial cable
Cushion Insert with 1 hole for SFX-500 cable
Cushion Insert with 9 holes for SFX-500 cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 2-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 2-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 2-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 2-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 2-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1/2 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 7/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-1/4 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
SureGround Grounding Kit for 1-5/8 in coaxial cable
1/2 in Stainless Steel Banding, 100 ft roll
Stainless Buckle Clamps, 1/2 in

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Hardware and Accessory Consolidation Cross Reference

Discontinued Part
TW
UGB-0212
UGB-0414
USA-38S
USA-38S1000
USA-38S2000
USA-38S3000
USA-38S4000
USA-SS
USA-SS1000
USA-SS2000
USA-SS3000
USA-SS4000
USK-A
UTLS-TB2550
UTLS-TB6080
USK-A
VT-10

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40417
UGBKIT-0212
UGBKIT-0414
SA-38 and UAAI
TTS3-7515
TTS3-153
TTS3-34
TTS3-45
SA-38
STS3-12
STS3-23
STS3-34
STS3-45
221213
SS-TB2550
SS-TB6080
221213
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Description
Nylon Cable Tie, 14.5 in
Copper Ground Buss Bar, 1/4 in x 2 in x 12 in
Copper Ground Buss Bar, 1/4 in x 4 in x 14 in
Universal Stand-off Adapter
Three-way Stand-off Adapter for 0.751.5 in round members
Three-way Stand-off Adapter for 1.53 in round members
Three-way Stand-off Adapter for 34 in round members
Three-way Stand-off Adapter for 45 in round members
Universal Stand-off Adapter
Three-way Snap-in Stand-off Adapter for 12 in round members
Three-way Snap-in Stand-off Adapter for 23 in round members
Three-way Snap-in Stand-off Adapter for 34 in round members
Three-way Snap-in Stand-off Adapter for 45 in round members
Weatherproofing Kit for Connectors and Splices, includes butyl rubber and PVC tape
Star Support Tee Bracket for 1-1/2 in to 5-9/16 in OD round members and 2-1/2 in to 5 in angle members
Star Support Tee Bracket for 4 in to 10-3/4 in OD round members and 4 in to 8 in angle members
Weatherproofing Kit for Connectors and Splices, includes butyl rubber and PVC tape
Black 2 in PVC Tape, 20 ft

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12-HPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
12395-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1316MCLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1480-AW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
1480-MSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1480-PT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1873-AMSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1873-AW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
19256B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
204673-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204673-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
204989-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
207136-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
207270. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
207270. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
209874. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
221213. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
221213-S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
223158-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
241088-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
241088-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
241088-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
241088-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
241088-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
241475-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
243095-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
243095-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
243095-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
243095-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
243095-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
243095-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
243095-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
24312A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
243684-M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
243684-M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
243950. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
243951. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
244350. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
244377. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
244379. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
244459-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
244459-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
244459-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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244495. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
244847. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
245154. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
245171. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
245172. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
245173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
245174. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
245175. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
245314-127A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-180. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-220. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-240. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245314-90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
245529-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
247696. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
252026-10KT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
252027-10KT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
252028-10KT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
252029-10KT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
26985A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
29958. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
29961. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
31031-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
31535. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
31670-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
31670-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
31670-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
31670-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
31670-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
31670-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
31766A-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
31766A-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
31766A-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
31768A-M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
31769-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
31769-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
34759. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
35849A-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
35849A-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
35849A-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3CCGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
40417. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
42396A-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
42396A-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
42396A-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
42396A-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
42396A-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

42396A-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
42396A-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
42396A-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
42396A-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
42615-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
43094. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
43211A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
48939A-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
48939A-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
540-EZPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
540-MSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
68MCLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
78-HPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
780-EZPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
780-MSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
912MCLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
9905-41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
9905-71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
A5-EZPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
A5-SG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
A6-EZPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
A6-SG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
A7-EZPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
A7-SG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
ABT-DFDM-ADBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ABT-DFDM-ADBH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ABT-DFDM-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ABT-DMDF-ADBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ABT-DMDF-ADBH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ABT-DMDF-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ABT-NFNM-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ABT-NMNF-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ADCB-DFDM-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
APB-BNFNF-2400. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APB-BNFNM-2400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APC-BDFDM-450A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APC-BDFDM-700A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APC-BDFDM-DB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APG-BDFDF-090. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APG-BDFDF-350. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APG-BDFDM-090 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APG-BDFDM-350 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APG-BNFNF-090. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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APG-BNFNF-350. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APG-BNFNM-090 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APG-BNFNM-350 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APORT-13-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
APT-BDFDF-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APT-BDFDM-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APT-BNFNF-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APT-BNFNM-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APT-DFDF-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APT-DFDM-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APT-NFNF-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APT-NFNM-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APTA5DC-BDF-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
APTA7DC-BDF-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
APTDC-BDFDF-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APTDC-BDFDM-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
APTDC-BNFNM-DB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
AWE-11412 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
AWE-15812 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
AWE-7812 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
AWE-A12-C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
C2SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
C2SGRIP-2IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CGT114 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
CGT12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
CGT158 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
CGT214 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
CGT58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
CGT78 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
CM-TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CM-TBR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CM-TG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CM-TR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CM-TW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CM-TY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CPT-158U. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CPT-158U. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPT-78U. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CPT-78U. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPT-BK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPT-BK5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPT-BK6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPT-BK7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPT-BKS1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPT-E2L2DIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
CPT-E2L2N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CPT-F4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CPT-F4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPT-L45RC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CPT-L45RC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPT-L4ARC1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CPT-L4ARC1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CPTL6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CPTL6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
CS-B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

CSGL4-06B2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
CSGL5-06B2-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
CSGL6-06B2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
CSGL7-06B2-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
CT-7812. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
DF-CAPKIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
DM-CAPKIT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
EP-CAP5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
EZPT- BKU540 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
EZPT-BKU12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
EZPT-BKU1480. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
EZPT-BKU1873. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
EZPT-BKU780 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
EZPT-BKUA5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
EZPT-BKUA6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
EZPT-BKUA7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
EZW-7812 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
F1SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
F1SGRIP-1IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
F2SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
F2SGRIP-2IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
F4SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
F4SGRIP-4IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
FT-TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
FT-TC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
FT-TR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
FT-TW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
FXL/CR1873-PT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
GASTUBE-090. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
GASTUBE-350. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
GBK-SG114158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GBK-SG1278. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GGBKIT-0412 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
GGBKIT-0420 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
GGBKIT-0424 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
GK-SUNV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
GKT-114A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-114SG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-158A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-158SG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-78A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-78SG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-BK512. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-BK67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-BKF4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-F4A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-L4A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GKT-L4SG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
HPT-BK1278. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
L12SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L12SGRIP-12IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L12SGRIP-12IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L1SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L1SGRIP-1IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L2SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

L2SGRIP-2IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L4-EZPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
L4-SG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
L45CLAMP-( ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
L45CLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
L45SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L45SGRIP-45IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L4CLAMP-( ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
L4CLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
L4SCLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
L4SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L4SGRIP-4IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L5CLAMP-( ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
L5CLICKB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
L5SCLICKB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
L5SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L5SGRIP-5IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L6CLAMP-( ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
L6CLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
L6SCLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
L6SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L6SGRIP-6IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L7CLAMP-( ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
L7CLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
L7SCLICK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
L7SGRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
L7SGRIP-7IK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
MCPT-1412. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
MCPT-3812. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
MCPT-78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
MCPT-BK4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
MCPT-BK5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
MCPT-L4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
MF39901-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PLUG-114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
PLUG-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
PLUG-158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
PLUG-78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
R8CLAMP-( ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
RM-USBG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
SCE-114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
SCE-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
SCE-158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
SCE-214. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
SCE-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
SCE-78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
SEC-1114 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SEC-1158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SEC-1214. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SEC-358 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SEC-378. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SEC-412. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SEC-614. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SEC-638. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SFX-EZPT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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SFX-MSS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
SG-IT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SG114-06B2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG114-06S2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG12-06B2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG12-06S2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG158-06B2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG158-06S2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG214-06B2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG214-06S2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG58-06B2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG58-06S2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG78-06B2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SG78-06S2A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SS-TB2550. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
SS-TB6080. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
TB-COMP-KIT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
TTS3-153. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
TTS3-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
TTS3-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
TTS3-56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
TTS3-7515. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
TW-114-EZFC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TW-12-EZFC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TW-158-EZFC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TW-78-EZFC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TW-SFX-EZFC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
UG12158-15B4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
UGBA-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
UGBA-DIN-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
UGBKIT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0210 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0210-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0212 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0212-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0214 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0214-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0412 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0412-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0414 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0414-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0420 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0420-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0424 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-0424-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UGBKIT-2T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
UGBKIT-T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
WGB4-127. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-180. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-220. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-240. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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WGB4-52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB4-90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-180. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-220. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-240. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WGB5-90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
UGBA-36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
UGBA-DIN-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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