What Are Different Types of Fiber-Optic Tools?

Fiber-optic tools are instruments used by technicians in the telecommunication industry to work on to fiber-optic cables and equipment. Some of the fiber-optic tools are used for installation and others are used for repair projects. These fiber-optic tools range from fiber-optic testing equipment to splicing tools.

There are certain fiber-optic tools that are necessary for the installation of fiber-optic cables. When workers are preparing a site to put in fiber-optics, they will need the fiber-optic cable, buffer cables, optical connectors and splicing tools. Other tools used in the installation process consist of a pulling fixture to pull the cable, measuring tape and safety glasses. Technicians also use high-visibility warning signs to alert people not to dig near buried fiber-optic cable.

Technicians are never without fiber-optic testing equipment, which consists of tools such as a fiber-optic identifier and micropulse continuity tester. These tools use lasers and low beeper sounds to find breaks in fiber-optic cables and detect signals. By using non-invasive techniques to inspect fibers, there is little risk of damaging the ultra thin cables.

One crucial type of fiber-optic tools used by professionals in this business is a fiber-optic test and restoration kit. Technicians use the components in this kit to quickly diagnose and fix problems that can shut down fiber-optic networks. Most restoration kits include an inspection scope to magnify breaks in fibers, a light source with visual detectors and alcohol coated swabs to wipe down connectors.

December 9, 2011

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