Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Preparation for Installation
- Installation Process
- FCJoptic Company Solutions
- References
Introduction
Drop optical fiber cables are vital in the last-mile connectivity of fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) networks. Their installation requires precision and meticulous attention to detail to ensure optimal performance.
Preparation for Installation
Tools and Equipment
Before installation, ensure the availability of essential tools, including stripping tools, cleavers, optical time-domain reflectometers (OTDR), and fusion splicers. It is critical to verify that the cable reels comply with specifications such as the length of up to 2,000 meters and core diameter ranging from 8.3 to 9.5 microns.
Site Survey
Conduct a thorough site survey to identify the optimal route, considering factors such as existing infrastructure, potential obstacles, and environmental conditions. The survey should account for a bending radius of no less than 15 times the cable diameter to prevent signal attenuation.
Installation Process
Step-by-Step Guide
- Pole Installation: Secure drop cables to poles using stainless steel straps, ensuring the cable sag does not exceed 1.5% of the span to prevent excess tension.
- Conduit Installation: If applicable, feed the cable through conduits, maintaining a pulling tension limit of 2700 Newtons to avoid fiber breakage.
- Termination: Utilize fusion splicing to connect cables at termination points. Ensure the splice loss does not surpass 0.1dB for optimal performance.
- Testing and Verification: Perform OTDR testing to assess the integrity of the installation. Losses should remain under the recommended threshold of 3.0dB/km.
FCJoptic Company Solutions
Product Offerings
FCJoptic offers a wide range of drop optical fiber cables tailored for robust performance in diverse environments. Their products feature enhanced UV protection and are available in various configurations, including 2 to 24 fibers per cable.
Service Expertise
With over 20 years of industry experience, FCJoptic provides comprehensive installation support, ensuring compliance with international standards such as ITU-T G.657 for bend-insensitive fibers.
References
1. International Telecommunication Union. ITU-T G.657: Characteristics of a Bending-Loss Insensitive Single-Mode Optical Fiber and Cable. itu.int
2. FCJoptic Solutions. Fiber Optic Cable Guide. fcjoptic.com
3. Fiber Broadband Association. Best Practices for FTTH Installations. fiberbroadband.org