DISCONTINUED PRODUCT NextStep® Distribution Closure Key Features •HMHDPE material provides greater impact resistance than other plastics; reduces weight and increases durability •Optional three-lobe base provides additional cable or equipment storage •Low-profile design saves space and improves sight aesthetics •Field upgradable brackets allow upgrades to changing OSP demands; expansion kits provide more room for increasing outside plant capabilities and mounting diverse equipment •Adjustable internal bracketing options offer simplified and flexible installation for a variety of equipment •Locking mechanism is self-locking, using cup sems design and a security hasp to provide maximum security Outside Plant for Business-Critical Continuity Description The NextStep® is a versatile above-ground low profile 360° access closure that provides maximum capacity and work area for multiple applications in telecommunication distribution equipment. With a maximum above-grade presence of less than 14 inches, the NextStep® closure has a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. The NextStep® closure provides for developing technologies with expansions kits that increase volume and equipment capacity. Built to last in any environment, the lightweight NextStep® is manufactured of gray-green HMHDPE (high molecular weight high density polyethylene). Available in two sizes, 12" x 28" or 18" x 31", the NextStep® can be equipped with either a 12-in. two-lobe base or an 18-in. three-lobe base. Two adjustable bracketing options, consisting of a divider plate or standard horizontal mounting brackets, accept the installation of a variety of equipment. The plastic divider plate has a universal hole pattern for mounting all types of terminal blocks. The horizontal bracket assembly is made of mill-galvanized steel protected with our unique multi-stage paint process that resists corrosion. All units come equipped with self-locking mechanisms and a security hasp for padlocktype protection. Application The NextStep® closure serves as an above-ground terminal housing identical to POTS applications with migrating capabilities for joint installation of fiber, coaxial and copper distribution equipment, such as taps, splitters, line extenders, splice modules, terminal blocks, etc. OSPDS-020100 / 0505 NextStep® Distribution Closure Dimensions Description A B C D E F G NS1228 2-lobe base18-in. 7-in.19 5/8-in. 35 3/8-in.12-in. 30 1/2-in.15 1/4-in. NS1228 3-lobe base 7-in.19 5/8-in. 35 3/8-in.18-in. 30 1/2-in.15 1/4-in. NS1831 2-lobe base 24 1/2-in. 23-in.12-in. 26 1/4-in. 39 1/4-in.12-in. 33 5/8-in. 20 /7/8-in. NS1831 3-lobe base 29 1/2-in.12-in. 26 1/4-in. 39 1/4-in.18-in. 33 5/8-in. 20 7/8-in. Ordering Matrix Closure NS = Next Step Size1228 =12"W x 28"L Opening 1831 =18"W x 31"L Opening Material Lock H = HMHDPE (High Molecular Weight High Density Polyethylene) N = No lock/Security hasp only SH = Slam Lock™/Hex head bolt Bracket D = Divider plate U = U-style mounting brackets Base 2 = 2 Lobe 3 = 3 Lobe Dome L = Low dome, see “B” dimensions T = Tall dome, 17-in. NOTE: Minimum order quantities apply NS1228HSHU2L With Cover Removed Emerson Network Power. The global leader in enabling businesscritical continuity. Emerson Network Power Energy Systems 4350 Weaver Parkway, Warrenville, IL 60555 Toll Free: 800-800-1280 (USA and Canada) Telephone: 440-246-6999 Fax: 440-246-4876 www.EmersonNetworkPower.com/EnergySystems NS1228HSHD2L With Divider Plate • • • • AC Power Systems Connectivity DC Power Systems Embedded Computing • • • NS1228HSHD2L With Divider Plate Upright Embedded Power Integrated Cabinet Solutions Outside Plant Power Switching & Control • • • • Precision Cooling Services Site Monitoring Surge Protection © 2006 Emerson Network Power Energy Systems, North America, Inc. All rights reserved. The Emerson logo is a trademark and a service mark of Emerson Electric Co. Emerson Network Power is a division of Emerson Electric Co. Printed in USA DISCONTINUED PRODUCT OSPDS-020100 / 0505