A secure and reliable network connection is essential for data centers and telecommunications rooms, where time is critical and downtime can be costly. IT managers and Chief Information Officers (CIOs) know that effective cable management is crucial for maintaining high network performance and minimizing disruptions.
As fiber optic cables continue to play a major role in modern data centers, the need for tailored cable management solutions that address the specific requirements of fiber optics has grown.
Chatsworth Products (CPI) provides a comprehensive range of cable management accessories designed to support the unique needs of fiber optic networks, ensuring optimized signal quality and enhanced data transmission speeds.
Key Cable Management Accessories for Fiber Optic Networks
- - Creates a separate pathway for fiber cables and patch cords inside Evolution Vertical Managers. The number of kits allowed per manager depends on the position of the Movable Mid-Section in double-sided managers and the width of the vertical cable manager.
- - Designed to mount to the upright channels of CPI Universal Racks. Made of high-strength, fire-retardant material with rounded edges to prevent damage to cable and wire insulation, while providing easy pull-through. The open-design "C" rings allow for easy adds, moves and changes, eliminating the need to feed through cable.
- - Use the 2" (50 mm) Diameter Fiber Management Spool MCS, MCS-EFX, CCS, CCS-EFX and VCS cable managers to support fiber and copper cables. The spools meet EIA/TIA bend radius requirements for efficient data transmission.
- - Used to strap together free hanging computer cable for a tangle-free installation. Strap is held in place by a loop that adheres to one cable. Simply peel the hook and loop sides apart to remove strap.
- and - Provides a transition from a horizontal cable run onto a rack, while maintaining the recommended bend radius.
Horizontal vs.Vertical Cable Managers
CPI offers both vertical and horizontal cable managers to address different cabling needs in data centers:
- : These managers are ideal for organizing cables in single racks or between bayed racks. Many vertical cable managers come with doors for a sleek, organized look.
- CPI provides several styles of horizontal cable managers, including bars, trays, rings, and fingers, each offering different options for cable support and organization.
Plan for the Future
When installing cables, it’s important to plan for future growth. As such, make sure there’s enough space to accommodate all cables now and into the future. Ideally, you should use 50 percent of the maximum fill value for your pathway products.
You can that helps you determine the recommended and maximum cable fill values for your cable management and cable pathway products. The table lists usable area for each cable manager and pathway product so you can calculate cable fill for various types of cable.
