Fiber Optic Splicing: Examining the Factors that Affect Splice Performance
Feb 22, 2024

Fiber Optic Splicing: Examining the Factors that Affect Splice Performance

This blog post examines the key factors that affect fiber optic splice performance, including intrinsic factors related to the fiber...
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Copper Clad Aluminum Vs. Solid Copper Ethernet Cables: What You Need To Know
Jan 05, 2024

Copper Clad Aluminum Vs. Solid Copper Ethernet Cables: What You Need To Know

Discover why using copper clad aluminum (CCA) for Ethernet cables is a bad idea. From performance issues to safety concerns,...
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All About Ethernet Couplers: What They Are, How They Work, and How to Use Them
Nov 30, 2023

All About Ethernet Couplers: What They Are, How They Work, and How to Use Them

Learn about Ethernet couplers and how they can be a useful solution for joining two segments of an Ethernet channel....
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Understanding 5G: How It Works, Its Benefits, Use Cases, and Comparisons to 4G/LTE
Oct 19, 2023

Understanding 5G: How It Works, Its Benefits, Use Cases, and Comparisons to 4G/LTE

No doubt, by now you have heard of 5G. But what does it mean and why is it causing so much...
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Why Are Wires Twisted Inside an Ethernet Cable?
Sep 14, 2023

Why Are Wires Twisted Inside an Ethernet Cable?

The perennial question that IT people and cabling experts are always asked is: “Why is Ethernet cable twisted inside?” This...
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Basic Principles of Fiber Optics Series:  Micro and Macro Bending
Jun 22, 2023

Basic Principles of Fiber Optics Series: Micro and Macro Bending

Unravel the differences between Microbending and Macrobending, their impact on signal integrity, and best practices for installation. Whether you're a...
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Basic Principles of Fiber Optics Series: Attenuation
Jun 13, 2023

Basic Principles of Fiber Optics Series: Attenuation

Gain an in-depth understanding of attenuation in fiber optic systems. Explore intrinsic and extrinsic losses, discover how scattering, absorption, and...
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The Difference Between Cat6 vs Cat6A Ethernet Cable
Jun 09, 2023

The Difference Between Cat6 vs Cat6A Ethernet Cable

It is often asked “Is Cat6A cable better than Cat6?” Strictly speaking based on performance, and all else being equal,...
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How Many Fiber Connections Are Too Many: Calculating Fiber Link Loss Budgets
May 31, 2023

How Many Fiber Connections Are Too Many: Calculating Fiber Link Loss Budgets

This article examines how to calculate a fiber optic cable's link loss budget by identifying loss sources. Testing methods using...
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