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Altai A8n (ac) Series Super WiFi Base Station
Installation Guide
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Installation Tips
A few general rules about weatherproofing RF ports:
1.
Always apply tape at temperature above 32 degrees F to ensure
adhesion. When working in cold weather, always protect your tape
rolls by storing it under your coat and next to your body to keep
tape flexible. If the tape cannot stretch elastically, it will not seal
properly.
2.
Do not stretch the tape to the point where it distorts. Only apply
enough pressure to get a smooth wrap.
3.
Smooth each wrapped layer of tape with your hands to ensure
proper adhesion.
4.
Do not pull the tape to tear it - always cut the tape. A pulled tape
will most likely unravel, decreasing protection.
5.
In warm climates where there will be long exposure to sunlight, it is a
good idea to wrap an extra layer or two of electrical plastic tape
over the butyl rubber layer to enhance UV protection.
6.
For vertical runs of cable, the final layer of electrical tape should be
wrapped from the bottom to the top, and overlap about 50% of the
width of the tape. This will provide the same effect as shingles on a
house. The water will run down across the joints without going into
the joints.
In order to properly weatherproof of the BTS radio antenna ports, they
must be prepared before the installation.
Figure 25. 3M Scotch Super 88 Vinyl Electrical
Tape
Figure26. Andrew Corporation Butyl Rubber Tape
