An Installation Pocket Reference Guide.pdf - Anixter
An Installation Pocket Reference Guide.pdf - Anixter
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|5. Fiber Optic Cables<br />
Attachment Methods<br />
There are several different attachment methods for installing fiber connectors like<br />
those shown on the previous few pages. Below are descriptions of each attachment<br />
method along with an explanation of the pros and cons of each.<br />
Table 5.1 – Attachment Methods – Pros and Cons<br />
Fiber Optics<br />
Attachment Method<br />
Heat-cure style –<br />
epoxy<br />
Quick-cure style –<br />
UV-cure<br />
Quick-cure style –<br />
<strong>An</strong>aerobic<br />
Nonadhesive –<br />
Mechanical grip or crimp<br />
Nonadhesive –<br />
No-cure, no-polish<br />
Pros<br />
Cons<br />
Cost effective Long termination time<br />
(typically 15 minutes)<br />
Faster install than<br />
heat-cured<br />
99 percent yield<br />
Faster install than<br />
heat-cured<br />
99 percent yield<br />
Speedy install<br />
No curing involved<br />
Faster install<br />
No epoxy, no polish<br />
Long cure time<br />
(typically 30 minutes)<br />
Requires a UV<br />
light source<br />
Requires a<br />
special ferrule with<br />
glass capillary<br />
Limited resistance to<br />
environmental extremes<br />
Short shelf life<br />
Polishing still required<br />
Higher cost<br />
Special tools required<br />
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