Panduit is adding five products to its Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) portfolio “to meet the industry’s demand for high-quality, durable, and easy-to-use outside plant broadband solutions,” the company said when announcing the new additions. “Designed for fast, seamless installation in challenging outdoor environments, the lineup of scalable and long-lasting infrastructure solutions will help service providers accelerate deployment, reduce costs, and futureproof their networks,” it added.
The new products are: multiport service terminals (MSTs), pedestals, fiber drop cable assemblies, outside plant fiber-optic cables, and outdoor dome fiber splice enclosures. Panduit describes each product type as follows.
MSTs (pictured, above)—Enable rapid deployment with 4-, 8-, or 12-port configurations and flexible lengths from 200 to 500 feet. Built with IP68-rated materials, these MSTs resist water, UV exposure, and harsh environments. Multiple mounting options, e.g. handhole, pedestal, pole, and strand, provide adaptability for multiple installation scenarios.
Pedestals (pictured, below)—Speed up installation with preinstalled MST brackets for quick setup. They are available in 8- and 10-inch sizes and protect fiber networks from the elements, ensuring long-term performance in challenging environments.
Fiber drop cable assemblies—Reduce labor time with preconnected toneable drop cables that eliminate field splicing. Non-toneable drop cables allow customized lengths, which reduces waste and improves cable management. These cables are built with weather-hardened technology, ensuring high-quality signal transmission and durability.
Outside plant fiber-optic cables—Fiber counts from 48 to 144 enable efficient network scaling. The cables are available in armored (for maximum protection in direct-burial and high-traffic environments) and non-armored (for lightweight flexibility in aerial and conduit installations) constructions. They are engineered for extreme temperatures and UV exposure.
Outdoor dome fiber splice closures—Ensure long-term network integrity with IP68-rated protection against water and dust. These closures are designed for aerial and underground applications, accommodating multiple fiber distribution cable types while delivering durability in demanding environments.
