TRAVISAFBI17-211 — Standard Communications Infrastucture

TRAVISAFBI17-211 governs telecommunications cabling and distribution systems for Travis Air Force Base construction and renovation projects.

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  • Publication number: TRAVISAFBI17-211
  • Title: STANDARD COMMUNICATIONS INFRASTUCTURE
  • Date: 2023-02-07

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It covers local communications standards, building distribution systems, telephone and LAN entrance cables, equipment rooms, outlets, and testing. It requires qualified contractors, specified cabling, approval for variations, and infrastructure provisions for expansion and maintenance.

Topics covered

  • Telecommunications cabling
  • Building communications distribution systems
  • Telephone and LAN entrance cables
  • Communications equipment rooms
  • Fiber optic cabling
  • Local communications standards
  • Modular furniture wiring

Questions and answers

When can local telecommunications standards be changed?

To minimize the long-term cost of the infrastructure, the following local standards are established and may only be changed when approved in writing by the CSO or AHJ. (paragraph 9)

What experience must a telecommunications contracting company have?

The contracting company shall have a minimum of five years’ experience in the design, application, and installation and testing of the specified systems and equipment. (paragraph 1)

What experience must installation supervisors have?

Installation supervisors shall have a minimum of three years’ experience in the installation of the specified fiber optic and copper cable and associated hardware. (paragraph 1)

What is the maximum amount of copper outside plant cable for new construction?

Install a maximum of 50 pair copper outside plant cable to support systems not supported by fiber for new construction. (paragraph 9)

What type of cable is required for telecommunications outlets?

All cable used for telecommunications outlets shall be four pair, solid copper conductor, green CAT 6A or higher standard, UL tested and certified. (paragraph 9)

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