Various Types and Functions of Fiber Cables

Written by GtoRMan Tuesday, 23 February 2010 01:29

Fiber cables help you to transmit data by the mode of light that is why it is important parts. Many types of fiber cables are in the market to assist the networking industry. You can find them classified in various types. Therefore, let’s get closer to this fiber cables classification.

Generally, the fiber cables’ compositions are transparent optical fibers wrapped in a protective covering and strength members. To differentiate these cable fibers, you can learn by knowing the usability and the place of use. It is also determined by certain requirements should be accomplished related to the cables installation or termination.

Generally, fiber cables have the function of protecting fibers from external dangers. If you are going to install them inside your house, you will need simpler and lighter fiber cables. On the contrary, if you plan to install it outside and in longer distance then you should choose more tough fiber cables, also you should place them beneath the ground to protect them from water logging, ground digging, and perhaps keep it away from prairie dogs.

Furthermore, fiber cables have various types and each of it has different functionality. Firstly, there are Zip Cord and Simplex fiber cables which are used for desktop installation. Simplex fiber cables consist of one fiber, it is tight-buffered and jacketed. Whereas Zip Cord fiber cables consist of two Simplex fiber cables which is joined by a thin web.

The next one is Small fiber cables. This type contains several tight-buffered fibers joined under the same jacket. It is also known as a distribution fiber cables that requires a breakout-box to be terminated in a panel box. Furthermore, Aerial fiber cables characterized by the metal that armoring between two jackets to avoid the rodents from damaging and corrupting the connection because basically these fiber cables are used for under-ground wiring.

Loose tube fiber cables are also used for underground installation but they need more careful installation. These cables are appropriate for plant trunk applications to protect fibers from moisture or water. Lastly, Ribbon fiber cables are also a plant fiber cables. These cables are protected by gel that is useful for water blocking. Ribbon fiber cables are composed by twelve or more fiber cables filled together laid in a row. (fallen)