December 3, 2011
When most contractors and end users look at fiber optics versus Category-rated UTP cabling for a LAN, they compare the same old copper LAN with fiber directly replacing the copper links. The installed cost of a fiber optic cable plant comparable to the cost of Cat 5/6/6A, but fiber often requires medial conversion electronics which add cost to the link for fiber.
December 2, 2011
With fiber optics, our tolerance to dirt is near zero. Airborne particles are about the size of the core of SM fiber- they absorb lots of light and may scratch connectors if not removed! Dirt on connectors is the biggest cause of scratches on polished connectors and high loss measurements!
December 2, 2011
With fiber optics, the tolerance to dirt or contamination on the ends of the ferrules of a connector is near zero.
December 2, 2011
There are several types of cleaners which can be used.
December 2, 2011
Some optical cleaners for lenses may leave residues. Residues usually attract dirt and make it stick.
December 2, 2011
Fiber has become the communications medium of choice for telephones, cell phones, CATV, LAN backbones, security cameras, industrial networks, just about everything.