Top 10 optical fiber errors to avoid
Written by Dave Harris, a liking technical specialist, Bicsi Instc Certified The optical fiber cable and the twisted copper cable shares many similarities. Both are delivered in a file or on a ball. It is installed in the same general location by the same people for the same general purpose. It looks similar, before and […]
How to make optical fiber cables, their components and light techniques
Fiberial cables Revolution occurs in communications systems, providing high -speed internet speeds and completely clear signals across vast distances. Have you ever wondered how these cables are made and what makes them very effective? Let’s understand the process of manufacturing optical cables, the main components concerned, and the role of visual technology in their efficiency. […]
How fiber optic cables are transforming rural connectivity
Did you know that approximately 22% of rural Americans still lack access to reliable high-speed Internet? As the world increasingly turns online, this digital divide poses significant challenges to rural communities, from economic development to educational opportunities. Fortunately, government support and progress in… Fiber optic cables The equipment is transforming connectivity in rural areas, enabling […]
The role of all-in-one splicers in fiber optic cables
With the increasing demand for high-speed Internet and reliable communications networks, the need for efficient and effective fiber optic cabling solutions has become more important. One of the key tools in a fiber optic technician’s arsenal is the fusion splicer. Specifically, the all-in-one fusion splicer has revolutionized the installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks […]
Breakdown of fiber optic patch connectors and their applications
Written by Ben Hamlich, Director of Technical and Product Innovation at trueCABLE RCDD, FOI In the world of copper-grade Ethernet cables, very little has changed in terms of how they are terminated over the past 20 years. Whether it’s the late 90s or today, you’ll see 8P8C RJ45 connectors At the end Ethernet patch cords […]
Dispersion compensation fiber (DCF) to mitigate the effects of CD
When utilizing fiber optic technology for high-speed data communications, maintaining the integrity of the optical signal during transmission over long distances is essential to ensure maximum performance. A fundamental technical characteristic that arises during fiber-based signal transmission is chromatic dispersion (CD), a phenomenon that can severely degrade signal quality. In this article, we will explore […]
Cat7 vs Cat8 vs Fiber Optic Cables: The Definitive Guide (2024)
Written by Don Schultz, Senior Technical Consultant for trueCABLE, Fluke Networks Copper/Fiber CCTT, BICSI INSTC, INSTF Certified Internet speeds have become faster. File sizes are huge compared to what they were just five years ago. A typical game download can take up over 90GB of space! 4K and 8K video streaming (especially uncompressed video) is […]
Basic components of a fiber optic cable
By Ben Hamlich, Director of Technical and Product Innovation, trueCABLE RCDD, FOI What are fiber optic cables made of? Fiber optic cable It consists of five basic components: core, cladding, coating, reinforcing fibers, and cable jacket. When looking for fiber optic cable, we need to pay attention not only to the connectors, such as SC […]
Best Practices for Improving Physical Fiber Network Simulations
Why is microfiber simulation important? With data consumption and cloud services on the rise, the demand for faster speeds and greater bandwidth has never been higher. Fiber optic technology, essential for high-speed networks, is rapidly evolving to meet these needs. For network equipment manufacturers and service providers, ensuring maximum performance and reliability through accurate simulation […]
Preparing Your Fiber Optic Cable for Connectors or Splices
By Ben Hamlich, Director of Technical and Product Innovation, trueCABLE RCDD, FOI In the heart of any strong Fiber optics Networking involves a very important process: preparing a fiber optic cable for termination of a connector or splice. Two types of splices are used in fiber optic cables, one is mechanical and the other is […]