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Looking for Fiber Optic Cable?
You've come to the right place! For every job, we have the right application for YOU. If you're looking for fiber optic patch cords, we've got 'em. If you're looking for fiber optic connectors, we've got 'em. We also provide fiber optic testers by Kingfisher and bulk fiber cable by General Cable. These fiber products are at extremely low prices (for pricing information and to order, please visit CablesPlusUSA.com).
Looking for a custom fiber cable application? This is one of our specialities. For quotes, please use our Custom Fiber Cable Form to send your request. From there you can specify your connectors, application, length, and much more.
Want more without the fuss? We have a fully secure website for you to use to place your order. You can also reach our sales department by dialing 866-678-5852. One of our knowledgeable salespeople will be happy to assist you.
From our facilities nationwide we can provide you with the finest in fiber optic technology. We carry multiple types of fiber patch cords including multimode 62.5/125 micron, 50/125 micron, and singlemode 9/125 micron. We also have the latest fiber connectors for all applications. SC, LC, ST, FC, MT-RJ, MTP, TFOCA, and so many more are available for purchase.
How To Purchase:
There are several decisions you must make before purchasing fiber optic cable. Here are a few steps you should follow:
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Determine which connectors you need on each side. For instance, we offer SC, LC, ST, FC, MT-RJ, MTP, etc... |
Determine the type of fiber you need. There are Multimode 62.5/125 micron, 50/125 micron, and Singlemode 9/125 micron. |
How many strands of fiber you need. They usually come with 1, 2, 4, 6, 12, 24, 48, 72, or 144 strands. This depends on how much data you need to transmit. |
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Determine the overall length as well as breakout length of the fiber cable (can be feet or meters). |
Which application do you need the fiber for? We have indoor, outdoor, indoor/outdoor, aerial, burial, and military grade. |
Finally, decide whether or not you need a reel, pulling eye, and in what kind of environment you'll be placing the cable itself. |
When you've completed these steps, call us, we'll be happy to assist you in the buying process!
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Fiber Optic Applications:
- Data networks
- Telecommunication systems
- Cable television transmission
Features:
- Factory assembled in controlled conditions
- End-face geometry inspection using latest interferometer techniques
- Assemblies tested using RIFOCS automated bench-top insertion loss and back reflection test methods.
Brief History of Fiber Optics:
In 1870, a natural philosopher named John Tyndall gave a demonstration about the internal reflection of light within a jet of water. Using water flowing from one container to another and sunlight, he showed the audience how light followed a zigzag path inside the curved path of water. This marked the first research into the guided transmission of light.
In 1880, Alexander Graham Bell developed an optical voice transmission device called the photophone. The photophone was able to use free-space light to carry voice over 200 meters. It used specially placed mirrors to reflect sunlight onto a diaphragm attached within the mouthpiece of the photophone. On the other end, mounted within a parabolic reflector, was a light-sensitive selenium resistor. When one spoke into the photophone, the illuminated diaphragm vibrated, casting various intensities of light onto the selenium resistor. This change in light intensity altered the current that passed through the telephone receiver, in turn converting it into speech.
Learn more about the history of fiber optics >>
Use of Fiber Optics in Today's Applications
The U.S. Military was the first to really exploit the new technology in the 1970s. They quickly recognized fiber optic technology's potential for improving communication and tactical tactical systems. Aboard the U.S.S. Little Rock, the U.S. Navy installed a fiber optic telephone link. The Air Force followed suit and developed its Airborne Light Optical Fiber Technology (ALOFT) program in 1976. These applications were so successful that money started pouring into military Research & Development teams to develop stronger fibers, tactical cables, high-performance components, and so on.
The next year in 1977, commercial applications started to take place. AT&T and GTE installed a fiber optic telephone system that met demands for a more reliable and higher performance network. In 1990, Bell Labs was able to transmit a signal at 2.5GB/s over 7500 km without having the regenerate. In 1998, they were able to send signals out at 10GB/s for over 250 miles, which is close to the theoretical limit. Distance and capabilities will increase even more once the glass becomes more pure.
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