What is a fiber optic tethered drone?
As unmanned aerial systems continue to evolve, there is one category that is attracting increasing interest, especially in defense and surveillance circles: the fiber optic drone. While most people are familiar with wireless drones that rely on radio frequency links for control and data, fiber optic tethered drones take a completely different approach by replacing […]
Cable safety considerations when working with fiber optic cables
Working with fiber optic cables requires precision, skill, and a strong understanding of cable safety. Unlike traditional copper cables, optical fibers contain materials that can cause injury if handled incorrectly and require more stringent procedures during installation, preparation and disposal. Whether you’re a technician in the field or managing a facility upgrade, understanding hazards and […]
Benefits of purchasing fiber optic cables in bulk
In today’s competitive landscape, high-speed data transfer and reliable network connections are critical to business operations. Businesses are under increasing pressure to upgrade their infrastructure to handle increased bandwidth requirements and support remote working. Fiber optic technology is the gold standard, providing unparalleled performance and reliability. For business owners, purchasing fiber optic cable in bulk […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Science Behind Fiber Optic Cables
August 22 The Science Behind Fiber Optic Cables Posted at 11:48 in fiber optic cables By Admin In today’s digital age, the demand for high-speed, reliable communications networks is higher than ever. At the heart of these networks is a technology that has revolutionized data transmission: fiber optic cables. Using light to transmit data, this […]