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Copper Cable vs Fiber Optics
Fiber optic cable has many advantages over copper cable. First, it transmits data much faster over longer distances than copper. Fiber cable is also smaller in diameter and lighter than copper cable, making it the ideal choice for a variety of cabling solutions, including Gigabit Ethernet, FDDI, multimedia, ATM, SONET, Fibre Channel, or other networks that […]
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dB vs. Optical Power Loss
In designing an optical link, the optical link loss budget must be calculated. This reflects the difference of power generated by the transmitter compared to the amount of light the receiver is set to receive. In calculating link loss budgets, first consider the output power of the transmitter. For example, most multimode transceivers have a […]
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Fiber Optic Connectors
Learn about various fiber optic connector styles. ST Connector Slotted bayonet type connector with long ferrule. Common connector for mulitmode fibers. SC Connectors Push/pull connector that can also be used with duplex fiber constuction. LC Connectors Much like the SC connector but with a ferrule that is half the size. MU Connectors Much like the [...]
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Fiber Optics 101
To learn more about how fiber optics work, watch the Fiber Optics 101 presentation. Fiber Optics 101 Download the PDF. Download the Fiber Optics 101 presentation as a PDF.
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Fiber Optics for Campus Networks
Universities and educational institutions are rapidly migrating to fiber optics for their campus networking needs. The cost of fiber optics is becoming much more affordable, allowing both public and private institutions to expand campus networks and reap the benefits of fiber optic technology. Universities and other higher education institutions are deploying fiber to support campus […]
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History of Fiber Optics
As far back as Roman times, glass has been drawn into fibers. Yet, it was not until the 1790s that the French Chappe brothers invented the first “optical telegraph.” It was a system comprised of a series of lights mounted on towers where operators would relay a message from one tower to the next. Over […]
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Overmolding in Fiber Optics
If you’ve never heard of overmolding before, you might be surprised to learn that you’re probably more familiar with it than you think. This process has become commonly used for a variety of products and you likely use items every day that are overmolded. For example, if you have ever held a plastic toothbrush, a […]
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The Difference Between Loose Tube & Tight-Buffered Cables
The world of fiber optics is vast and contains a wide spectrum of variations, specs, configurations and applications. While the scope of possibilities may seem overwhelming at first, there are some distinctions that will assist in choosing the desired specifications for your ideal product. One of these distinctions is the construction style of the cable […]
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The World of Medical Fiber Optics
Fiber optics may be one of the most versatile forms of technology currently in existence. From computers to telephones, aviation to military defense, fiber optics can be utilized in a seemingly limitless number of applications. However, one field of fiber optic application that may be overlooked is the medical field. As it turns out, fiber […]
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What Is Fiber Optics Used For?
Fiber optic cables are used in a wide variety of industries and applications. These cables send information in the form of light, and transmit a lot of information very quickly. They can be used for harsh environment applications, like those in low orbit space and in the military, and also for applications you may see […]
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