{"schemaVersion":1,"slug":"ga-fibre-optic-patch-panel","name":"Fibre-optic patch panel","kind":"object","abbreviation":"GA","aliases":["optical distribution frame","Fibre-optic patch panel CAD","Fibre-optic patch panel general arrangement","Fibre-optic patch panel panel layout"],"category":"equipment-layouts","drawingTypes":["GA","SLD"],"referenceFamilies":["Manufacturer"],"summary":"A fibre patch panel organises optical terminations and patch connections.","description":["A fibre patch panel organises optical terminations and patch connections.","Keep the selected fibre bend zones and front/rear service access clear. The GA locates the physical item; the associated schematic or equipment schedule records its electrical interfaces.","The preview is independent educational geometry and is not a manufacturer outline, fabrication drawing or verified standard graphic. Obtain the applicable model drawing from the cited official source before making a dimensional layout."],"readingNotes":["Keep the selected fibre bend zones and front/rear service access clear.","A fibre termination enclosure is distinct from active Ethernet switching equipment."],"drawingChecklist":["Confirm the exact equipment identity, drawing revision and installation orientation.","Keep the selected fibre bend zones and front/rear service access clear.","Cross-reference the terminals, cable routes and service tasks with the equipment schedule."],"distinction":"A fibre termination enclosure is distinct from active Ethernet switching equipment.","facts":[{"label":"Record type","value":"Generic equipment / layout object"},{"label":"Drawing role","value":"Physical location and interface coordination"},{"label":"Dimensions","value":"Not specified here; use the selected manufacturer drawing"},{"label":"Artwork","value":"Original conceptual envelope; unitless and not to scale"}],"references":[{"sourceId":"pub-object-phoenix-products","relevance":"Public manufacturer or design reference relevant to this equipment class."}],"related":["switchboard","control-cabinet"],"artwork":"edu-object-ga-fibre-optic-patch-panel","publishedOn":"2026-10-13","updatedOn":"2026-10-13","provenance":"independent-public-research","url":"https://eloragrid.ai/objects/ga-fibre-optic-patch-panel","illustration":{"url":"https://eloragrid.ai/library/illustrations/ga-fibre-optic-patch-panel.svg","scope":"Original educational concept; not an official standard graphic or product footprint","license":"https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"},"sources":[{"id":"pub-object-phoenix-products","title":"Control cabinet components and automation products","publisher":"Phoenix Contact","url":"https://www.phoenixcontact.com/en-au/products","type":"manufacturer","scope":"Public component categories for supply, control, communication, protection and connection; no exact-model ratings are inferred.","checkedOn":"2026-10-13","reuse":"link-only","relevance":"Public manufacturer or design reference relevant to this equipment class."}]}