Copper Solutions

6.2.1-A 2.1

BIX Distribution Connector

BIX CROSS-CONNECT SYSTEM

APPLICATIONS Horizontal distribution or equipment terminations in telecommunications rooms and main distribution rooms Interconnection terminations in consolidation points. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Distribution Connectors

A0266828 QCBIX1A Connector

Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D)

9.4 x 168.4 x 32.77 mm (0.37 x 6.63 x 1.29 in.).

Materials
Housing material: fire-retardant thermoplastic rated UL94V-0, beige IDC clip: copper alloy with tin plating over nickel.
A0393146 QCBIX1A4 Connector

Mechanical Characteristics
IDC Clip Gas-tight connection insulation slicing of 22, 24 and 26 AWG (0.64, 0.5 and 0.4 mm) plastic insulated solid copper conductors Durability: 200 insertions of any combination of wire gauge.

DESCRIPTION The BIX Distribution Connector is a 25-pair connector. The connectors symmetrical construction allows termination of cables on one side and cross-connect jumper wires or BIX patch cords on the other. Each BIX connector is equipped with 50 double-ended Insulation Displacement Connection (IDC) clips for terminating plastic insulated solid copper conductors without stripping. The connector is built with two staggered rows of IDC clips enclosed in a three-layer construction of fire-retardant plastic wafers. Pair splitters on each side of the connector facilitate wire insertion. FEATURES & BENEFITS Robust and installer-friendly design to reduce installation costs High-density connector to reduce installation space requirements Staggered IDC clips to ensure superior transmission performance Built-in pair splitters to facilitate wire insertion Fully enclosed clips in plastic housing to prevent injuries and protect connections Snap into BIX Mounts for easy insertion and removal Mix and match modular flexibility to accommodate different installation size requirements.

Electrical Characteristics
Dielectric strength: 1,000 V RMS at 60 Hz for 1 minute Current rating: 1.5 A maximum Insulation resistance: 100 M minimum between clips Contact resistance: 1 m per contact.

COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS

BIX Distribution Connector 6.2.1-A

INSTALLATION TIPS Plan the telecommunications room layout prior to cross-connect installation Use the QCBIX1A Connector for terminating m ulti-pair cables Use the QCBIX1A4 Connector for terminating 4-pair cables Label each connector carefully for future reference and ease of administration Connection made using the BIX Connecting Tool. PACKAGING 20 units packaged in a cardboard box Standard shipping carton of 200 units (10 boxes).

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BIX Cross-Connect System Mounts BIX Mount 6.2.4-A BIX Patch Cords BIX Patch Cord 6.2.10-A Designation Strip BIX Designation Strip 6.2.16-A

ORDERING INFORMATION
6.2.1-A BIX Distribution Connector

DETAIL

UPC

ORDERING NUMBER

5-pair Marking 4-pair Marking

628575039890 628575041688

A0266828 A0393146

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6.2.4-A 2.4

BIX Mount

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D)

- 300-pair mount: 391 x 194 x 76 mm (15.4 x 7.6 x 3 in.) - 250-pair mount: 333 x 194 x 76 mm (13 x 7.6 x 3 in.) - 50-pair mount: 70 x 193 x 51 mm (2.75 x 7.6 x 2 in.).

BIX CROSS-CONNECT SYSTEM

Mounts

A0340836 QMBIX12E 300-pair BIX Mount

Materials
Base: steel, 16 gauge, powder paint finish, beige Fanning strip material: fire-retardant thermoplastic, UL94V-0, beige.

Capacity
BIX Mount
A0270164 QMBIX10A 250-pair BIX Mount

Distribution/ Multiplying Connectors

Modular Jack Connectors

300-pair 250-pair 50-pair

12 10 2

6 5 1

INSTALLATION TIPS Refer to Installation Practice BIX IDC Wall Mount System (NOT 0331) for detailed installation method.
A0284798 QMBIX10C 50-pair BIX Mount

DESCRIPTION BIX Mounts are basic components used in building a modular Cross-Connect System. They can accept BIX Distribution, Multiplying or Modular Jack Connectors. The 300 and 250-pair mounts can be wall-mounted or installed on BIX Frames. These mounts feature an interlocking design allowing them to be stacked for larger cross-connect installations. The 50-pair mount is typically used in small cross-connect installations. FEATURES & BENEFITS Robust and installer-friendly design to reduce installation costs Can be assembled with interlocking distribution rings into easily expandable wall mounted installations Compatible with locking covers for installation security.

PACKAGING 2 units packaged in a cardboard box.

COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS

BIX Mount 6.2.4-A

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BIX Cross-Connect System BIX Covers BIX Locking Cover 6.2.6-A BIX Cover 6.2.6-B BIX Distribution Frames BIX Distribution Frame 6.2.7-A

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6.2.4-B

BIX Mount with Cover

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D)

70 x 193 x 51 (2.75 x 7.6 x 2.0 in.).

2.4

Materials
Base: steel, 16 gauge, powder paint finish, beige Fanning strip material: fire-retardant thermoplastic, UL94V-0, beige. INSTALLATION TIPS Not compatible with BIX Modular Jack Connector and BIX Patch Cords installations.

BIX CROSS-CONNECT SYSTEM

Mounts

A0277853 QMBIX31A/B cover

DESCRIPTION PACKAGING The 50-pair mount with cover is sold as an assembly Individually packaged unit in a cardboard box. and is typically used in small cross-connect installations where security and/or dust protection is required. FEATURES & BENEFITS Robust and installer-friendly design to reduce installation costs Locking cover provides dust protection and security to the installation Snap-on cover provides dust protection to the installation Elastomer cover features knock-outs for cable entry.

ORDERING INFORMATION
6.2.4-A BIX Mount

DETAIL

UPC

ORDERING NUMBER

QMBIX12E (300-pair) QMBIX10A (250-pair) 50-pair

6.2.4-B BIX Mount with Cover

628575040841 628575039975 628575040148

A0340836 A0270164 A0284798

DETAIL

UPC

ORDERING NUMBER

50-pair with Locking Cover 50-pair with Snap-on Cover

628575040124 628575040131

A0277853 A0277854

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6.2.14-A 2.14

BIX Test Probe

BIX CROSS-CONNECT SYSTEM

Testing Tools

A0270166 BIX Test Probe

DESCRIPTION The Test Probe is a single-pair probe that clips onto the termination strip of BIX Distribution or BIX Modular Jack Connectors to facilitate testing. FEATURES & BENEFITS Spring-loaded blades to protect IDC contacts 2-color housing to ease identification of tip and ring Alligator clips adapt to any test equipment probe Locking mechanism helps to hold the probe steady on the connector during testing. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Characteristics Materials

Flame-retardant polymer, red and black.

COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS

BIX Test Probe 6.2.14-A

IBDN Copper Solutions

BIX Cross-Connect System Distribution Connectors BIX Distribution Connector 6.2.1-A Modular Jack Connectors BIX Modular Jack Connector 6.2.3-A

ORDERING INFORMATION
6.2.14-A BIX Test Probe

DETAIL

PACKAGING

UPC

ORDERING NUMBER

1-pair

1/pack

628575039999

A0270166

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6.2.13-A

BIX Connecting Tool

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D)

160 x 40 x 30 mm (6.5 x 1.75 x 1.0 in.). INSTALLATION TIPS The selection button in the handle of the tool can be set to either the CUT or NO CUT position. In the CUT position, the tool inserts the wire into the connector and cuts off the excess wire. In the NO CUT position, the wire is inserted without being cut. The NO CUT position is used when looping wire from one location to another. The cutting side of the tool is identified by the black blade. In the CUT position, the tool is used with the black blade pointing towards the wire ends being cut off. When operating the tool in the CUT or NO CUT position, wires will not be properly inserted and cut unless the tool is completely pushed forward and bottomed out. . 6.2.13-B Tool Pouch

2.13

BIX CROSS-CONNECT SYSTEM

A0270165 BIX Connecting Tool

BIX Tools

BIX Connecting Tool

Tool in CUT position

Tool in NO CUT position

DESCRIPTION The BIX Connecting Tool is the only tool required to terminate cables, pigtails or jumper wires on all GigaBIX and BIX connection products. The BIX Connecting Tool is a spring-activated hand tool. A single forward movement will seat the wire into the BIX IDC clip and cut off the excess wire. The tool will terminate 22, 24 and 26-AWG plastic insulated solid copper conductors. FEATURES & BENEFITS Spring-actived scissors reduce installers fatigue Sturdy design for long lasting operation The no-cut select button allows for easy bridging contacts. APPLICATIONS Terminating GigaBIX and BIX Connectors.

C0054642 Tool Pouch

DESCRIPTION The BIX Tool Pouch is a leather belt pouch to carry and protect the BIX Tool. FEATURES & BENEFITS Made of high-quality leather for maximum durability Belt hanging feature to conveniently carry BIX Tool. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D)

80 x 200 x 40 mm (3 x 8 x 1.5 in.).

Materials
ORDERING INFORMATION
6.2.13-A BIX Connecting Tool

Leather with steel rivets.

COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS

UPC

ORDERING NUMBER

Tool Pouch 6.2.13-B

628575039982
6.2.13-B Tool Pouch

A0270165

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Workstation Outlets Tools GigaFlex Connecting Tool 6.7.25-A

UPC

ORDERING NUMBER

628575076888

C0054642

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6.2.16-A

BIX Designation Strip

2.16

BIX CROSS-CONNECT SYSTEM

Designation Strip

A0270169 BIX Designation Strip

DESCRIPTION The Designation Strip is designed to be used in conjunction with all BIX Mounts and BIX Connectors. It snaps in between two connectors and provides space for self adhesive BIX labels. The strip is made of white fire-retardant plastic, with ridges on the top and bottom for easy alignment and placement of designation labels. FEATURES & BENEFITS Designation Strips have ridges on top and bottom to facilitate label alignment Easy to snap in and out for quick installation and maintenance. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D)

19 x 167 x 169 mm (0.75 x 6.57 x 6.66 in.).

Materials
Fire-retardant plastic, white.

COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS

BIX Designation Strip 6.2.16-A

IBDN Copper Solutions

BIX Cross-Connect System Distribution Connectors BIX Distribution Connector 6.2.1-A Multiplying Connectors BIX Multiplying Connector 6.2.2-A Modular Jack Connectors BIX Modular Jack Connector 6.2.3-A Mounts BIX Mount 6.2.4-A

ORDERING INFORMATION
6.2.16-A BIX Designation Strip

COLOR

PACKAGING

UPC

ORDERING NUMBER

White

50/pack

628575040018

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