Panel features

Distribution panels should contain an adapter and coupler panel, a splice tray, and a storage area for jumper cable slack. Its design should also provide strain relief and radius control for jumper cables.

• Adapter and coupler panels provide the hardware to join identical (coupler) or different (adapter) cable connectors. They can be used separately or in combination within the panel.
• Splice trays should have the same cable capacity as adapter and coupler panels and should be equipped with hardware to provide strain relief for all cables entering and exiting the tray.
• Jumper cable slack storage provides adequate organizing hardware and storage space for excess jumper cable. The hardware should allow identification and removal of an individual jumper cable, without having to disconnect or remove other jumper cables within the panel.
• Jumper cable strain relief and radius control provides hardware that prevents damage to the jumper cables caused by excessive bending or pulling of the cables.