ᐅ Is it practical to use a conduit intended for building services as a preparation for fiber optic installation?
Created on: 26 Jan 2024 09:35
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Josefstraße
Hello everyone,
We just had electrical and water lines installed, and our earthworks/landscaping contractor wants to close the trench again soon. It’s about 15 meters (50 feet) in a straight line. A Kraso 4-way multi-duct (90mm (3.5 inches), 2 ducts free) is being used. Now I need a quick solution for an empty conduit so we don't have to reopen the trench later; fiber optic (Telekom or O2) is planned to be installed in about 8+ months.
The local building materials supplier says there is nothing ready-made available, but would simply install a DN75 (3-inch) plumbing pipe.
Is there currently any reason not to do this? I found Kabuflex DN75 (3-inch) recommended through the search function, but I can’t find a dealer nearby who stocks it.
Also, should both free ducts be extended to the property boundary, or is just one enough?
Thanks!
We just had electrical and water lines installed, and our earthworks/landscaping contractor wants to close the trench again soon. It’s about 15 meters (50 feet) in a straight line. A Kraso 4-way multi-duct (90mm (3.5 inches), 2 ducts free) is being used. Now I need a quick solution for an empty conduit so we don't have to reopen the trench later; fiber optic (Telekom or O2) is planned to be installed in about 8+ months.
The local building materials supplier says there is nothing ready-made available, but would simply install a DN75 (3-inch) plumbing pipe.
Is there currently any reason not to do this? I found Kabuflex DN75 (3-inch) recommended through the search function, but I can’t find a dealer nearby who stocks it.
Also, should both free ducts be extended to the property boundary, or is just one enough?
Thanks!
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Allthewayup26 Jan 2024 21:03Kabuflex is rarely stocked by building material suppliers; it was the same for us, so we had to order it online. If time is really tight, maybe check classifieds within a 50km (30 miles) radius. I still have 40m (130 feet) available as well ;-)
Alternatively, try calling 2-3 electricians or landscaping contractors in the area, but that might be difficult on a Saturday.
Alternatively, try calling 2-3 electricians or landscaping contractors in the area, but that might be difficult on a Saturday.
J
Josefstraße26 Jan 2024 22:30I actually found a building material supplier nearby today who has 50m (165 feet) in stock, and I can pick it up early tomorrow. This brings me to the next question: Should I connect the outside using the multi-core cable (75/90) or pull it all the way through into the house? 50m (165 feet) will be enough anyway, and the pull wire would of course be placed where it makes the most sense.
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Allthewayup27 Jan 2024 07:20Doyma’s multi-service system included a mounting kit for attaching empty conduits. The whole installation is intended to be watertight afterwards.