What Is a Point of Attachment?
A plain-language explanation of the point of attachment — where the overhead service connects, the hardware involved and why clearance matters.
Where the service connects
The point of attachment (POA) is where the network's overhead service line is anchored to a building or a private pole. It is the mechanical hand-off between the aerial cable and the property's installation, and it takes the full tension of the service span.
The hardware involved
A point of attachment brings together a few key items.
- —Attachment hook or bracket suited to the mounting surface.
- —Strain clamp sized to the ABC service cable.
- —Service connectors matched to the conductor metals.
- —Backing plate where load needs spreading.
Clearance matters
The POA must sit at a height that keeps the service cable clear of the ground, driveways and structures across the full span, per the network's service rules. Setting it too low is a common cause of rejected connections. EVO supplies complete POA hardware kits to the trade — request a quote for the full list.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does point of attachment mean?
It is where the network's overhead service line is anchored to a building or private pole — the mechanical hand-off between the aerial cable and the property's installation that takes the span tension.
What hardware is at a point of attachment?
An attachment hook or bracket suited to the surface, a strain clamp sized to the ABC cable, service connectors matched to the conductor metals, and a backing plate where load needs spreading.
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