The new Parker Legris direct buried connectors were developed to optimise installation and provide long-term integrity for underground FTTx* networks.

*FTTx: Fiber To The x = home, building, campus, etc

Features/Benefits:

- Optimised Installation

• Transparent: optic fibre ducts and correct tube connection can be seen and verified
• Patented ridged design for unsurpassed shock resistance
• No protection cap necessary
• 1 connector for 2 different wall thicknesses of the tubing (bridging possible between direct buried and direct install micro-tubing)
• Compact design and intuitive installation
• Pre-assembled safety clip to prevent risk of accidental disconnection
• High working pressure for increased blowing speed/distance

- Longevity & Reliability

• Tried-and-tested connection technology to ensure tensile strength and resistance to network expansion
• Perfect sealing IP68: full protection against particle ingress
• UL94: flame resistance for indoor installations
• Date coding to guarantee quality and traceability
• 100% leak-tested in production

Markets:

• Telecommunication
• Information Technology

Applications:

• Connector for FTTX Applications
• Air and Water Conveying
• Underground Networks
• Air Blowing
• Water Floating
• Heavy Duty Ducting

Technologies:

• Tube to tube connectors
• Pneumatic Fittings
• Instant Fittings
• Quick Fittings
• Optic fibre connectors

Technical Characteristics:

• Compatible fluids: Air, water
• Materials: HR polymer, stainless steel, technical polymer, NBR
• Pressure: 0 to 25 bar
• Temperature: -20°C to +80°C

Regulations:

• ISO 14743: Pneumatic fluid power, push-in connectors for thermoplastic tubes
• NF EN 50086-2-4 replaced by NF EN 61386-24: Standard relating to impact tests for buried systems
• UL94: Flame resistance
• IP68: Seepage resistance to water and dust
• Patent family FR2980999 (buried connectors)
• Patent family FR2924194 (safety clips)

Product Types:

• Equal and Unequal Tube-to-Tube Connector
• Equal and Unequal Tube-to-Tube Connector with Red Tamper-Proof Safety Clips
• End Cap
• End Cap with Red Tamper-Proof Safety Clip