ATF Cable Policy

The Brookhaven Accelerator Test Facility (ATF) is a users' facility where many users and experiments share the resources. One of the most valuable resources is cables used for signals (50 ohm), video signals (75 ohm), control cables and power supply cables. Since the number of cables installed at the ATF is very large, it is absolutely necessary that the following policy be observed:

1. No users shall disconnect any ATF facility cables without prior agreement with ATF operation coordinator, or ATF operator.
2. All cables, including power line extension cord, must be labeled, and installed according to standard electrical safety codes at BNL, and registered with an ATF electronics technician.
3. Any temporary cables must be removed immediately after their use.
4. All users should inform the ATF user coordinator when the cables are no longer in service.
5. In ATF experimental areas, the following color scheme is to be used for Ethernet cables:
   
   

   Yellow	BNL network
   Pink	A network
   Purple	B network
   Blue	GB cameras
   Green	Temp/Humidity sensors
   Grey/White	Off-network devices (motors etc.)

   All newly-installed Ethernet cables must be rated CAT6 or higher.

Last Modified: May 10, 2012
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