QUESTION: How many categories are there for buffered fibers?
ANSWER:
As one looks at individually buffered fibers there are two general categories. First a loose tube which is typically a large rigid tube whose ID is many times the diameter of the coated...
QUESTION:
How are the environments in which copper and optical cable are produced different?
ANSWER:
The environment in which copper and optical cable are produced is different. Dust and contaminants for optical fiber as well as moisture can create...
QUESTION:
What are the key differences between copper and glass optical fiber we need to be aware of?
ANSWER:
Copper is a malleable metal that can be drawn or stretched, is relatively strong, has a relatively low thermal expansion and acts as a heat sink...
QUESTION: How tight is the buffer on the cable that I am providing?
ANSWER:
I have been asked about this so many times, I wrote a blog article on this exact question.
Is it a “true tight buffer” or is it “semi tight” or “loose tight buffer” or...
