Specifying Fiber Optic Connectors This Specifying Guide is an aid for selecting and purchasing fiber optic connectors. It covers the different types of commonly used connectors and explains insertion loss, return loss, visual inspection, and endface geometry.
Fiber Optic Connector Failures Many conditions can lead to fiber optic connector failure. These conditions occur during manufacturing or because of environmental or handling factors. Examples include broken fiber in the ferrule, poor ferrule endface quality, scratched connectors and improper mating. All can be avoided with proper design, screening, testing and handling of connectors.
Fiber Optic Cable and Connector Selection Eleven steps provide readers with the knowledge to know what questions to ask and what tradeoffs are being made when designing a fiber optic system.
