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Aerial FDH – Fiber Distribution Hub

STL’s Aerial Fiber Distribution Hub (FDH) is a high-performance solution for fiber termination and optical splitting in FTTH PON networks. Purpose-built for environments where ground-mounted cabinets are not feasible, this rugged hub features a secure strand-mount design that simplifies permitting and enhances network security. By streamlining the interconnection between feeder and distribution cables, it enables efficient high-speed service delivery and simplifies field testing for residential and business subscribers.  

Features and Benefits

OptoPed Fire resistance

OptoPed adheres to the Telcordia GR-13 fire resistance standards

Tested rigorously, our optical pedestals are built to thrive in harsh conditions, making them a reliable choice for diverse environments.

The base of the pedestal opens up to 150 degrees on its hinges, offering maximum flexibility and space for onsite installers. The hinges can be reconfigured to open the base in the most convenient manner.

Tailored to meet diverse operator requirements, the OptoPed is available in different variants, currently offering capacities of 144 and 288 fiber splicing. Custom designs can be created based on specific needs.

Equipped with both auto-lock and manual-lock configurations, the pedestals ensure secure fiber management. The locking mechanisms are operable with the Telecom-CAN-216 tool, simplifying the installation and maintenance process.

The light green color of the pedestal harmoniously blends with its surroundings, ensuring that functionality is coupled with an appealing aesthetic.

OptoPed – Optical Pedestal

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Product Walkthrough

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Now Playing Who is Introducing the Aerial FDH?

Eric Alston, North American design lead for Sterlite Technologies, introduces STL’s latest product — an aerial fiber distribution hub.

The goal of this product is to avoid pole attachments by mounting the fiber distribution hub on a strand.

Easy latches close and seal the product. The product is sealed to an IP65 rating.

STL offers left- and right-hand versions of the FDH. If you attach on a strand to the left of the pole, cables can route to the right — and cables can also come off the left-hand side when needed.

To achieve density, the Aerial FDH is offered in 144-port, 288-port, and 432-port versions.

Splitters are offered as 1×16, 1×32, and 1×64. The 432-port version uses a 1×64 splitter to maintain density. Density is supported by a stairstep panel design, push-pull tabs on splitter pigtails, and routing rings for fiber pigtails.

Two 32-position parking lots at the center hold unused pigtails until you move them into the distribution field. This version has ten splitter slots — a 288-port build needs nine 1×32 splitters.

Yes — the product can come from the factory fully equipped with splitters. A 288-port configuration is shown with 48 feeder fibers: feeder rows above and the distribution field below, on a stairstepped panel.

Learning Resources

Aerial FDH Datasheet

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Installation Instructions

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