How to handle fiber optic cold joints
For a permanent fix, fusion splicing is better than mechanical connectors because it prevents signal loss. Always protect the fiber optic cable repair with a sleeve and keep bends smooth in your trays. As most optical fibers consist of glass, which is known to be brittle, proper handling of optical fibers is required to prevent fiber damage. Listed below is a set of general rules/guidelines including a trouble shooting that are commonly used to ensure handling procedures that are safe for both. The fiber optic quick connector/cold connector is a very innovative field-terminated connector, which contains factory-installed optical fiber, pre-polished ceramic ferrule and a mechanical splicing mechanism.
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