by Andy Calloway | Jun 22, 2022 | Blog
1. Never directly pull on the fiber itself. Fiber optic cables have Kevlar aramid yarn or a fiberglass rod as their strength member. You should pull on the fiber cable strength members only. 2. Never exceed the maximum pulling load rating. On long runs, use proper...
by Andy Calloway | Jun 16, 2022 | Blog
In your fiber optic cable assembly process, good stripping procedures are unquestionably essential. What happens if the fiber is damaged during the manufacturing process? A small nick or scratch in the optical fiber acts as a time bomb. When the connector is subjected...
by Andy Calloway | May 10, 2022 | Blog
What are Fiber Optic Cables and How Do They Work? A fiber optic cable is constructed up of glass strands. The strands are slightly thicker than human hair. Each strand has a core in the middle that permits light to pass through. Each core is encased in cladding, a...
by Andy Calloway | Apr 5, 2022 | Blog
Armored fiber optic cable provides a significant amount of protection for fiber optic cable without sacrificing flexibility or performance inside fiber networks. This means being resilient and reliable when exposed to rodents, moisture, and other potentially damaging...
by Andy Calloway | Mar 18, 2022 | Blog
Ever since the introduction of fiber cables within the market, there were only two methods for protection of the sensitive cables. Those options were Aluminum Interlocking Armor (AIA) or building a physical conduit for the fiber cable to go through. Both have proven...
