Iris Packet Broker (IPB) 7.13.2
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Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide
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IPB Installation
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Figure 3.3 - Example Grounding Solution
2. Insert 15 A GMT fuses into the slots on the front of the fuse panel corresponding to the output
terminals that you used for the IPB at the rear of the fuse panel.
Terminal and Wiring Recommendations
This section provides wiring and lug recommendations for the Fuse Panel. Refer to the
for technical specifications of the fuse panel.
lists specifications for wiring of the IPB.
Use the following guidelines when connecting IPB power cabling:
The type of wiring connector to be used must be a NRTL-listed copper or brass ring
crimp terminal/lug, suitable for 12 AWG wire, with welded/ brazed seam a #6 center
opening for DC on each power source. Examples are TE Connectivity 329697 or
Thomas and Betts RC484 for +/- power and ground wires.
Each power lug must have insulated ends, with correct color coding for wire size.
Tektronix equipment, cables, and wiring diagrams comply with industry standard DC electrical color coding.
Please ensure proper cabling if your equipment and cabling uses nonstandard DC electrical color coding.
Improper cabling can cause damage to equipment or personal injury.
Table 3.1 - IPB to Fuse Panel Wiring and Lug Specifications
IPB Terminal
Wire Specifications
Power Input (-48VDC or -60VDC)
Connect to - Terminal (negative)
#12 AWG copper
Return
Connect to + Terminal (positive)
#12 AWG copper
Earth Ground
#12 AWG copper
Ground must be equal to or larger in size than the
largest power conductor feeding the equipment.
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