Charles Fiber Cross-Connect (CFXC) pedestals offer a scalable, low cost alternative to placing traditional metallic fiber cross-connect cabinets in the outside plant. CFXC provide a convenient interconnect and testing point between the feeder network and the distribution field in FTTH networks. Unlike metallic cabinets, CFXC are flood proof and can be installed in almost any location. Their compact size compared to large cabinets makes them easier to install and ideally suited to small communities and neighborhoods. Right-of-ways are no longer a concern and the units can be economically placed directly in the ground without the need for an expensive concrete pad. CFXC are available in three pedestal diameters and five frame sizes with up to 72 (8”), 96 (10”), 144 (12”), 196 (12”) and 288 (12”) fiber counts. Both stake-mount and vault-mount configurations are available. Vault-mount models are ideal for locations that require splice case or slack cable storage at the same location as the cross-connect placement.

CFXC Datasheet (.pdf)

• Non-metallic construction provides superior flood-proof environmental protection
• Direct buried pedestal eliminates the need for expensive pads or concerns for getting right of ways for cabinet placement
• Sizes are configurable with smaller fiber counts to economically optimize fiber cross-connect size for the neighborhood it will serve
• Small profile is more aesthetically pleasing than cabinets when placed in residential areas and allows for lower freight and storage costs 
• Vault mount and stake mount options allow placement directly on or next to a splicing vault
• Craft-friendly 360º access to internal fiber organization 
• Locking cover for back of connectors gives protection while allowing easy access for cleaning without moving the fiber bulkhead
• Organization is optimized with specially designed 3-way bend controls so minimum bend requirements are met no matter how the fibers are routed
• The CFXC is pre-stubbed and tested with feed and distribution cables (armored loose tube, armored ribbon, dielectric loose tube or dielectric ribbon) in the factory
• Cross-connect bulkhead features user-specified SC/APC or SC/UPC connectors

• Four removable cable entry grommets are provided per pedestal

• Grounding and bonding bar provided

Vault-Mount Option

CFXC are available in a vault-mount configuration, ideal for locations that require splice case or slack cable storage at the same location as the hub placement.