5u 96F ODF

Name: 5u 96F ODF
Brand: Ever Expresslink
SKU: 5u-96f-odf-381

ODF

5u 96F ODF is part of the odf range built by Ever Expresslink Limited in Ningbo, China.

Rack-mounted optical distribution frames that make a fiber plant maintainable

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Product Overview

5u 96F ODF is part of the odf range built by Ever Expresslink Limited in Ningbo, China.

It is one of 7 items in this range. A typical application is terminating backbone cable in a central office. What the range is built to give you there: sliding or hinged panels so work can be done in service.

The problem it addresses is port density chosen without thinking about cord access. A practical note that applies across this range: keep splice, slack and patch zones separate as the frame intends. Specifications for a particular configuration are confirmed on the quotation rather than assumed from the designation.

Key Benefits

Supplied as 5u 96F ODF, so the part you receive matches the designation you ordered against
Splice, slack and patch zones separated inside one frame
Standard 19 inch rack mounting in 1U to 5U heights
Sliding or hinged panels so work can be done in service
Integrated trays that keep every splice protected and findable

Problems It Solves

Labeling schemes that break down after two years of changes
Patch fields where re-patching a service risks disturbing a splice
Slack stored outside the frame, unprotected and in the way
Port density chosen without thinking about cord access

Application Scenarios

Building a data-hall patch field
Campus building entry and distribution
Aggregation nodes in an access network
Consolidating a fiber plant that grew without a frame

Who It Is For

System integrators handing over documented fiber plant
Central office and exchange engineering teams
Data-center cabling contractors
Enterprise and campus network owners

Technical Features

Front and rear cable management with labeling provision
1U to 5U rack heights with port counts to match
Integrated splice trays and slack storage
Sliding drawer or fixed panel construction

Materials

Cold-rolled steel or aluminum chassis with powder-coated finish
Thermoplastic splice trays and routing guides
Ceramic sleeve adapters
Steel rack mounting hardware

Specifications

Product Designation	5u 96F ODF
Product Family	ODF
Manufactured In	Ningbo, China
Warranty	One year against defects in materials and workmanship

Values shown are those carried by the product designation. Dimensional and optical values for a specific order are confirmed on the quotation.

Manufacturing Process

Sheet metal forming and powder coating
Tray, guide and adapter plate assembly
Drawer mechanism fitting and cycling
Fit and finish inspection
Packing with mounting hardware and labels

Quality Control

Drawer mechanism cycling on samples
Adapter port loss sampling with reference cords
Rack fit verified against 19 inch standard
Routing bend radius verified against design
Finish and labeling inspection before packing

Customization Options

Rack height and port count
Adapter type and polish on the patch field
Pre-loaded with pigtails and adapters or supplied empty
Sliding or fixed panel construction
Custom labeling and private-label finishing

Use Guide

Handling 5u 96F ODF

Before You Order

Plan the port numbering scheme before the first cable is terminated
Keep splice, slack and patch zones separate as the frame intends
Store slack inside the frame rather than looped behind the rack

In Service

Leave growth capacity in each drawer rather than filling it completely
Label at both ends of every patch cord, and keep the record updated
Pull drawers fully before working, so cords are not strained

FAQ

Questions About 5u 96F ODF

What do you need from us to quote 5u 96F ODF?

The quantity, the destination and anything that has to match on your side: connector and polish at each end, fiber mode and core size, and length where the item is an assembly. If you are matching a part you already buy, send the sample and we will quote against it.

Does the frame include cable management?

Yes, front and rear management with bend-radius control and labeling provision is part of the design rather than an accessory.

How do I choose the rack height and port count?

Work from the fiber count entering the room plus growth, then check that cords can still be routed and accessed at that density. A fully packed 1U frame is cheaper to buy and more expensive to work on.

Can the ODF be supplied pre-loaded?

Yes. Pre-loading with pigtails and adapters saves significant assembly time on site. Specify connector type, polish and pigtail length on the order.

Sliding drawer or fixed panel?

Sliding drawers let a technician work on trays while the frame stays in service, which is usually worth the extra cost in an active plant. Fixed panels suit installations that are terminated once and rarely touched.