Fibre optic cable construction • Fibre optic cable construction • Core • This is the physical medium that transports optical data signals from an attached light source to a receiving device. The core is a single continuous strand of glass or p...

...for multifiber ribbon cable that generally contains 6, 8, 12, or 24 fibers. It is defined by IEC-61754-7 and EIA/TIA-604-5-D, also known as FOCIS 5. The MPO connector, combined with lightweight ribbon cable, represents a huge technological advance...

...interruptions. According to an IBM® study, the average system is hit by 120 power disturbances per month. • More common than you may know • Have you ever had to reset the clock on your VCR or seen the lights dim for a moment when the refriger...

...fibre optic cable • Loose-tube vs. tight-buffered fibre optic cable • There are two styles of fibre optic cable construction: loose tube and tight buffered. Both contain some type of strengthening member, such as aramid yarn, stainless s...

...Fibre • Multimode fibre cable has a large-diameter core and therefore has multiple modes of propagation—that is, several wavelengths of light are used in the fibre core. It’s primarily used for lighter- capacity or shorter-distance applications. • M...

...Drain Wire • A shielded cable will have a wire running the length of the cable between the shield and the insulated wires. This is the drain wire. Normal practice is to have the shield connected to a specific pin at one end. • Drain wire normally co...

...is demanding that cables used in LANs, WANs, etc. meet LSZH specification. The IEC 60332-1 governs the Flame Retardant Grade specifications in reference to LSZH cables. • Reduction of dangerous/poisonous gases • Essentially, the compound used ...

...such as Ultra SCSI Fast-20 and the new Low-Voltage Differential Signal (LVDS) technology. • Because of SCSI-5’s special offset cable exit, up to four channels can be accommodated in one card slot. Connections are also easier where space is limited.

...more. You can run fibre cable next to industrial equipment without worry. Fibre is also less susceptible to temperature fluctuations and can be submerged in water. • Security • Fibre doesn't radiate signals and is extremely difficult to tap. If it i...