Tool-less torchless closure

Citation

(1999), "Tool-less torchless closure", Anti-Corrosion Methods and Materials, Vol. 46 No. 1. https://doi.org/10.1108/acmm.1999.12846aad.010

Tool-less torchless closure

Tool-less torchless closure

Keywords Cables, Raychem, Sealing

Raychem are launching a cold-applied, re-usable system for watertight inline splice closure sealing of aerial, underground and direct buried splices in unpressurised copper telecom networks (Plate 3).

The Tool-less, Torchless Closure (T²C) from Raychem, which has undergone extensive trials with major telecom operators worldwide, claims outstanding performance combined with simple installation by utilising a versatile gel sealing system for the closure that allows easy re-entry and re-closure.

"This exciting new development in telecom splice closures has been tested over many months by France Telecom", says Les Britton, regional sales director. "The dome-ended version has also been a major factor in BT's recently-announced decision to award us a five-year, US$90 million, vendor managed contract."

Plate 3 The new Tool-less, Torchless Closure from Raychem for watertight in-line splice closure sealing of aerial, underground and direct buried splices in unpressurised copper telecom networks

Just a few sizes of the T²C closure cover a wide application range up to 300 spliced cable pairs. Multiple branching with up to six multipair cables is possible and cable configuration changes can be achieved with a minimum of extra accessories.

Installation is said to be simple, with no special tools required. Innovative cut-to-fix axial pull tapes provide mechanical cable retention and the closure comes with integrated mounting brackets for aerial installations. Once installed, the closure reportedly provides a robust construction with high mechanical strength.

Details from: Raychem Limited. Tel: +44 (0)1793 528171; Fax: +44 (0)1793 572276.