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What is the first step after cleaving the fiber?
What is the first step after cleaving the fiber?
Measure and mark an additional 11 mm on the fiber jacket.
How should the connector be loaded into the tool?
How should the connector be loaded into the tool?
Insert it lead-in tube first into the wrench and guide it into the connector cradle while releasing the load button.
What should be done after closing the cover?
What should be done after closing the cover?
Check for the error light. If it remains off, proceed with inserting the cleaved fiber into the lead-in tube.
Where should the visual mark be located after inserting the fiber into the lead-in tube?
Where should the visual mark be located after inserting the fiber into the lead-in tube?
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What is the first step after sliding the strain-relief boot onto the cable?
What is the first step after sliding the strain-relief boot onto the cable?
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How should you remove the 900-micron tight buffer from the cable?
How should you remove the 900-micron tight buffer from the cable?
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What is the precaution to avoid while sliding the jacket off the fiber?
What is the precaution to avoid while sliding the jacket off the fiber?
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How should you clean the bare fiber after removing the 250-micron coating?
How should you clean the bare fiber after removing the 250-micron coating?
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What is the typical core diameter range for single-mode fiber optic cables?
What is the typical core diameter range for single-mode fiber optic cables?
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What is the main difference between single-mode and multimode fiber optic cables in terms of light travel?
What is the main difference between single-mode and multimode fiber optic cables in terms of light travel?
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What are the typical wavelengths used in LAN applications for multimode fiber optic cables?
What are the typical wavelengths used in LAN applications for multimode fiber optic cables?
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Describe the key feature of FC fiber optic connectors and their typical application.
Describe the key feature of FC fiber optic connectors and their typical application.
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Study Notes
Fiber Optic Cable Preparation
- After cleaving the fiber, the first step is to clean the bare fiber.
- Connectors should be loaded into the tool with the connector body facing the crimp nest and the fiber stub aligned with the cleaved fiber.
Fiber Insertion
- After closing the cover, the fiber should be seated in the connector and the position of the fiber marked.
- The visual mark should be located 1-2 mm beyond the end of the lead-in tube after inserting the fiber.
Cable Preparation
- After sliding the strain-relief boot onto the cable, the first step is to secure the boot to the cable.
- The 900-micron tight buffer should be removed from the cable by using a buffer tube stripper or a slice-and-dice method.
Fiber Handling
- When sliding the jacket off the fiber, avoid twisting or bending the fiber to prevent damage.
- The bare fiber should be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free wipe after removing the 250-micron coating.
Fiber Optic Cable Characteristics
- Single-mode fiber optic cables typically have a core diameter range of 8-10 microns.
- The main difference between single-mode and multimode fiber optic cables is that single-mode cables transmit light in a single path, while multimode cables transmit light in multiple paths.
Multimode Fiber Applications
- Multimode fiber optic cables typically use wavelengths of 850 nm and 1300 nm in LAN applications.
FC Fiber Optic Connectors
- FC fiber optic connectors have a key feature of a screw-on locking mechanism and are typically used in high-density applications, such as data centers and telecommunications.
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Learn the step-by-step process of installing fiber optic cables, including sliding the strain-relief boot, using a cable stripper, clamping down on the cable, and removing the cable jacket safely. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of fiber optic cable installation techniques.
