QUESTION:
Where can I get some information on SMA connector over polishing?
ANSWER:
For other types of actively used connectors, SMA for example, the design intent of this connector has a specific pre-polish length and final after-polish length of...
QUESTION:
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the different methods of cross-sectioning fiber optic connectors?
ANSWER:
All three methods of cross-sectioning fiber optic connectors have advantages and disadvantages highlighted here:
High...
QUESTION:
What is the ideal fiber height for a fiber optic connector?
ANSWER:
This is a common (and perplexing) question for many and driven by our industry’s various specifications for fiber height.
The specification dictated by IEC’s international...
QUESTION:
Which connector has the longest history?
ANSWER:
The first connector to be accepted as a widely used standard in the early days of the fiber optic industry, in the late 1970s, was designed by Amphenol in CT as a variation of their coaxial...
QUESTION: Do you have any documentation available on controlling end-face geometry characteristics of PC ferrules?
ANSWER:
Understanding and controlling end-face geometry characteristics of PC ferrules is fairly simple and intuitive. A...
QUESTION: What is the primary indicator of over polished connectors?
ANSWER:
Primarily, the indicator of over polished connectors is poor repeat ability in measurements of the return loss and insertion loss. For the majority of “spring loaded...
QUESTION:
How many methods of cross-sectioning fiber optic connectors exist?
ANSWER:
There are currently three methods of looking inside a fiber optic connector:
Non- Destructive X-Ray
Non- Destructive Sonar
Destructive Cross...
QUESTION: How do I measure the concentricity of, or tune, an APC connector?
ANSWER:
The short answer is you can’t measure concentricity with an APC connector end-face. Producing tuned APC terminations comes down to technique. Concentricity can only...
QUESTION: Is there an industry standard for rotational tolerance of an angled ferrule (APC) face with respect to a key on the ferrule carrier or connector body. Or do manufacturers just strive for a minimum. What are typical figures?
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QUESTION: Are there best practices for wiping connectors? ANSWER: Best Practices for Wiping Connectors: Wipe connectors in a single direction, Always wipe MT-based connectors (i.e MPO) in a single direction vertical direction, Tilt end face for APC so the...
