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DIRECT BURIED FITTINGS

 

About the Series

Direct Buried Communications fittings that are buried underground and used for connecting thin Micro-duct pipes, through which the fiber optics are blown.
The DB series is a unique development of a metal-free fitting with proven reliability in installation and a longer lifespan than the current product offerings in this market.

 

Technical Specifications

Temperatures

Minimum working temperature:  – 15°C

Maximum working temperature:  + 45°C

 

Detailed below for all temperatures in the working range:

Continuous working pressure:  16bar

Peak working pressure:  20bar

 

Burst pressure

The connectors withstand Burst Pressure Test (Safety) of at least 25 bar.

Tested at -10degC and 40degC according to EN50411-2-8:2009 Annex. C

 

Leak-tightness under external pressure

All connectors withstand 1.35 bar external water pressure.

 

Insertion Force

The force necessary to insert a tube in the connector is < 5kg (50N)

(Tested according to EN50411-2-8:2009 Annex. E)