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“Fibre Optic” technology transmits light through glass threads, preserving signals over long distances via internal
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Connector Types
Connector Characteristics
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Cable Types
All of our fibre optic leads are constructed from Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) material, which is beneficial as it emits minimal smoke and no toxic halogen when exposed to high heat, enhancing safety in the event of a fire.
Single-Mode (SM)
OS2: OS2 is a single-mode fibre with a core diameter of 9-30µm, optimised for long-distance transmission using a laser light source. Unlike multimode fibre, OS2 supports significantly longer distances, often over 10km at 1310nm and up to 40km or more at 1550nm, making it ideal for metropolitan, regional, and longhaul network applications. OS2 fibre typically have a yellow jacket, symbolising their single-mode nature and extensive reach capabilities, perfect for RF/IRS, high-capacity and long-distance telecommunications, CATV, and internet backbone applications.
Multimode (MM)
OM1: With a core diameter of 62.5µm, OM1 fibre typically uses an LED light source and has an orange jacket. It supports data rates up to 1Gbps over distances of up to 300m, making it suitable for older, slower networks and legacy applications.
OM2: OM2 also has a core diameter of 50µm but offers improved bandwidth over OM1, supporting up to 1Gbps at lengths up to 600m. It's better suited for applications requiring higher data rates compared to OM1 and also typically comes with an orange jacket.
OM3: Designed for laser-optimised multimode fibre (LOMMF), OM3 has a 50µm core and supports 10Gbps data rates up to 300m. It's often used in data centres and enterprise networks for its higher performance over longer distances. OM3 fibre have an aqua jacket and are optimised for VCSEL (Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser) light sources.
OM4: An enhanced version of OM3, OM4 fibre offers a 50µm core and supports data rates of up to 10Gbps at distances up to 550m and 100Gbps up to 150m. With improved bandwidth and lower attenuation, OM4 is suitable for high-speed networks and also comes with a violet or an aqua jacket.
OM5: The latest type of multimode fibre, OM5, is designed to support high-bandwidth applications over longer distances. It has a 50µm core and extends the capabilities of OM4, supporting higher wavelengths (up to 953nm) and is optimised for short-wavelength division multiplexing (SWDM), which allows multiple signals on the same fibre. OM5 fibre typically comes with a lime green jacket.
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Multimode Fibre Optic Cables, Pigtails, Connectors & SFPs
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Hygiene
Bacteria can form on fibre optic leads and connectors due to theFibre optic hygiene is of paramount importance for ensuring reliable and efficient data transmission.
Fibre optic cables carry vast amounts of information in the form of light signals, and any contamination or damage can significantly degrade the signal quality and overall performance.
Dust, dirt, oils and other contaminants accumulate on the fibre connectors, leading to signal loss, increased error rates and reduced data throughout.
presence of organic matter or moisture. These microscopic organisms can thrive in humid environments often found in data centres or telecommunication facilities.
The bacterial growth may lead to a number of problems, including reduced signal quality, increased optical loss, and even potential equipment damage.
Regular cleaning and maintenance are crucial to prevent bacterial colonisation. Using appropriate disinfectants and ensuring proper hygiene practices can help mitigate the risk of bacteria formation, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of fibre optic connections.
Range Summary
Single-mode Fibre:
PLC Splitters
Single-mode Taps
Fibre to RF Splitters
Fibre Leads & Pigtails
Adaptors, Couplers & Attenuators
LC to SFP Pair
Hardware and Enclosures:
Outlet Plates & Pattress Boxes
Containment Boxes & Racks
Maintenance and Tools:
Cleaning Products
Fibre Tools
Multimode Fibre:
Adaptors & Couplers
Fibre Leads & Pigtails
Duplex LC to SFP Pairs
Extenders & Transmitters:
Ethernet over Fibre
Extender Pair
RF to Fibre Transmitter
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Glossary
APC
CDN
EDF
EDFA
EPON
FDDI
FMC
FTTB
FTTC
FTTD
FTTdp
FTTH
FTTN
FTTP
FTTx
LASER
LOMMF MM MMF
MPO
OADM
ODC
ODF OFC OFC
OLT
OLTS ONT ONU
OOC
OPGW
OPM
OSA
OSNR OTN
OTS
OXC
Angled Physical Contact
Content Delivery Network
Erbium-Doped Fibre
Erbium-Doped Fibre Amplifier
Ethernet Passive Optical Network
Fibre Distributed Data Interface
Fibre Media Converter
Fibre to the Building
Fibre to the Curb
Fibre to the Desktop
Fibre to the Distribution Point
Fibre to the Home
Fibre to the Node
Fibre to the Premises
Fibre to the X (used as a generic term for various Fibre optic deployment scenarios)
Light Amplification by Stimula
Laser-Optimised Multimode Fibre
Multimode
Multimode Fibre
Multi-Fibre Push-On/Pull-off (connector)
Optical Add-Drop Multiplexer
Optical Distribution Cabinet
Optical Distribution Frame
Optical Fibre Cable
Optical Fibre Communication
Optical Line Terminal
Optical Loss Test Set
Optical Network Terminal
Optical Network Unit
Out of Control
Optical Ground Wire
Optical Power Meter
Optical Spectrum Analyzer
Optical Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Optical Transport Network
Optical Transmission System
Optical Cross-Connect
Physical Contact
Plastic Optical Fibre
Point of Interface
Passive Optical Network
Radio Frequency over Glass
Reconfigurable Optical Add-Drop Multiplexer
Single-Mode
Single-Mode Fibre
Small Form-Factor Pluggable
Ultra Physical Contact
Visual Fault Locator
Variable Optical Attenuator
Wavelength Division Multiplexing Passive Optical Network
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