Although the use of single-mode carrier-grade fiber optic patch cords is simple, its daily maintenance cannot be ignored. Proper maintenance not only ensures smooth signal transmission, but also extends the service life of optical fibers to a certain extent.
Single-mode carrier-grade fiber patch cords
Store fiber jumpers reasonably. The first thing to remember, whether or not a patch cord is in use, is: Do not bend or stretch it excessively. This is a common mistake everyone makes, and the worst result is a damaged jumper. Some damage caused by bending is visible to the naked eye, however, in some cases the loss may not be easily judged.
For example, micro-deformation of the fiber caused by ultra-low temperature, millimeter-scale displacement caused by buffer or jacket defects, poor installation or other factors. Because such damage is not directly detectable, it is often overlooked and can lead to bigger problems in the long run. To avoid further losses, when jumpers must be replaced, the following factors should be considered:
Never bend single-mode carrier-grade fiber patch cords beyond their minimum bend radius, especially in tight spaces with high-density fiber optic cabling.
Re-route fiber patch cables to protect cables from breakage with suitable tools, such as horizontal cable management racks, etc.
Do not bump the fiber optic connector, otherwise the end face may be worn and the debris may stab the skin. Therefore, it is recommended to put a dust cap on the jumper at any time.
For equipment to detect and identify faults, such as breakage and total attenuation inside fiber optic patch cords, optical time domain reflectometry (OTDR) and fiber optic microscopes can be used.
Single-mode carrier-grade fiber patch cords
Through the introduction of ZR Fiber, I believe that everyone has an understanding of how to maintain single-mode carrier-grade fiber optic patch cords. If you want to know more about ZR fiber jumper products, welcome customers to come and consult.
