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MDC (VSFF) connector supports all 3 IEEE 802.3db Use Cases

Current duplex connectors do not support 4 duplex connectors in a single QSFP-DD package and 2 duplex connectors in a single SFP-DD package. A smaller format duplex connector is needed to support QSFP-DD/OSFP 4:1 and SFP-DD 2:1 breakout applications.

MDC (Very Small Form Factor) connectors support these new breakout applications and allow four connectors to be fitted within the QSFP-DD module, which LC duplex connector cannot accomplish.

The MDC connector is a Very Small Form Factor (VSFF) duplex optical connector designed for termination of single-mode and multimode fiber cables up to 2.0mm in diameter. It is a 2-fiber connector using proven 1.25mm LC ferrules, providing 3x density over LC. Adapters use the same port cutouts and sizes as LC, allowing current designs to transfer from LC to MDC. MDC solutions include uniboot style jumpers, harnesses, trunks, panels, and many pre-terminated MTP® options.

For high density data centers application, DMSI designed and engineered OMNIA® Next Generation MDC Solutions for guaranteed exceptional optical performance and optimal stability exceeding the requirements of Telcordia GR-326. (https://www.dmsimfg.com/mdc/)

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FTTx Solutions for your home and business

FTTx or fiber in the loop is a generic term for any broadband network using fiber optic cables to provide communication signals to subscribers at high speeds. Fiber optic cables can carry much more data across greater distances at a manageable cost than traditional copper cables.

FTTx or Fiber-to-the-Anything

The demand for broadband network connectivity is driving the adoption of FTTX solutions that leverage fiber-optic networks to deliver high-capacity communications to homes (FTTH), businesses (FTTB), and other premises over long distances and at manageable costs.

FTTH or Fiber-to-the-Home: Indoor/Outdoor Non-Armored Cable, Indoor/Outdoor Interlocking Armored Cable, and Indoor Fiber Jumpers
FTTD or Fiber-to-the-desktop: Keyed LC Jumpers, Secure Solutions (Color-coded Non-Keyed) LC Jumpers, Non-Armored Cable, Faceplate, Optical Module Jack, Media Converter, OMNIA® Enclosure

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Why 5G Wireless Need Lots of Fiber?

To be fully functional, 5G will depend on fiber.

The most recent development in wireless network infrastructure is a fifth generation, AKA, 5G. This will cover up to 100 times more connected devices, including both mobile and fixed network infrastructure.

Superficially, people would think that 5G technology will eliminate the need for fiber cables. Quite the reverse, the future 5G’s success significantly depends on fiber.

Fiber is Substantial to Increase the Speed

5G promised to increase to speed up to 10 Gbps, which is ten to a hundred times higher than 4G. Among all mediums, fiber is the best future-proof choice that is capable of transporting data at a long distance and high bandwidth.

Better Performance Requires Fiber

The goal of the 5G network to accomplish diversity, availability, and coverage can be achieved by wider deployment of smaller cell sites/distributed antenna systems (DAS) interconnected by fiber instead of a few larger ones in favor of utilizing the capabilities in an area. To meet this goal, there will need to be more fiber used worldwide because copper or air options will not be able to sustain this.

Affordability

Fiber is the best all around option because of its cost-effectiveness and durability.

Fiber is Here to Stay

5G wireless and fiber will go hand in hand. Its placement will significantly depend on the availability of fiber infrastructure. In the future generation of wireless network, fiber will be valuable with an improvement of capacity and lower latency.

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Detailing Fiber Optic Cables


Fiber optic cables represent the technology of the future, and it’s a revolution that you do not want to miss out on.

Fiber optic cables have specific functions, but the main feature is that they bring incredible efficiency. At their core, fiber optic cables perform at a higher level than wired cables, and it’s mostly because of their design and capability. They’re made for long-distance transmissions, while also allowing for greater amounts of data to be transmitted over these distances. Fiber optic cables represent the technology of the future, and it’s a revolution that you do not want to miss out on.

How Does It Work?

Fiber optic cables are innovative because of the way they’re made and how they work. They transmit data using small pulses of light. The cables themselves, however, are made up of tiny pieces of glass. The lighting itself is reflected off of the glass material, allowing it to pass and contort through the cable. This process is much more reliable than copper, and it’s also more effective.

What’s The Benefit?

The primary benefit of fiber optics is that they can hold more information at a single time, and then communicate that information. This is because of the bandwidth that comes with a fiber cable. You also won’t need to invest in signal boosters when using fiber materials. The light can travel a long distance, all while maintaining the strength of the signal. It’s not susceptible to any outside interference. You have a reliable product that quickly transmits your information, and it also has an inherently strong system of defense. Finally, fiber optic cables take away the worry that you’ll have a consistently spotty connection. A traditional network can suffer because of its unique shielding, while a fiber optic network with glass has no issues.

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All You Need to Know About Polarity in an MPO System

A multi-fiber connector is the backbone of 40/100 GbE. They are called MPO technology; they have high density, top-notch flexibility, and advanced durability. As such, they are an important aspect of fiber optics and the industry at large. When designing a network, the polarity of an MPO system is how networkers determine if the signal of the fiber optic connection can be transmitted from each component, end-to-end. So, how do they go about figuring this out? Let’s explore the polarity in MPO systems, and how to understand them.

The Contents of an MPO Connector

MPO connectors are commonly made of 12 fiber strands. And, when deployed, these fiber strands must match up in order to send a transmission at the correct polarity. These polarity types, A, B, and C, allow each fiber to correctly communicate through transmit and receive files, labeled TR and RX respectively. MPO connectors can also come with strand numbers of 24, 36, and 72. The orientation of the connector also affects the polarity of the system.

Why Does Polarity Matter?

While polarity does not affect the ability of the system to actually function, it plays an important role in communication between fibers and cables. There is no performance advantage to any kind of polarity. So, you may be wondering why it matters at all. The issue is that certain situations require a specific kind of polarity. There are three methods used to connect these cables, called methods A, B, and C. And, to match, there are three kinds of MPO trunk cables used for each method. When used correctly, polarity in an MPO system can achieve faster transmission speeds in a fiber optic industry constantly searching for ways to increase productivity.

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The Unfortunate Disadvantages of Using Copper Wires

Copper wires used to be the number one way to transmit information through a series of underground cables. And, this worked for a long time–we were used to poor connections, dangerous conditions, and low transmission ranges. However, that is what led us to discover the usefulness of fiber optic cables. We’ve since discovered that copper wires are nowhere near as advantageous as using fiber optic cables. But, what are the serious disadvantages that come with using copper wires in this day and age? Read on to find out.

They Cost More

This may come as a surprise to many; fiber optic cables seem like they should be much more expensive. Due to the fact that copper is based within a Latin American foreign trade system, it can cost more to obtain. Likewise, it doesn’t transmit information nearly as far or as quickly as fiber optics. This means that, over long distances where it is necessary, copper wire is not practical, cost-wise. It takes way more cable to complete what a fiber optic cable could complete with less material.

They Can Corrode

You’ve probably seen pennies that are old, green, and grimy. This is the effect oxygen and other elements have on copper as an element. Over time, copper is seriously in danger of corrosion. There’s no way to avoid it, and while you can care heavily for your cables, eventually the copper will no longer be able to hold up to the damage. Fortunately, a fiber optic cable will never corrode, thus costing you far less in the long run.

They Are Unsafe

By using electricity to transmit info, copper cables pose a fire hazard and a shock hazard. Handling these cables incorrectly can do more than damage the cables themselves; it can also harm you, through shock or fire. When not properly cared for, the risk of fire rises significantly. Fiber optic cables, however, use light to transmit information, so they can’t pose a fire hazard at all. They require more care, but will never risk your life when being handled.

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All About Fiber Optic Cables and Their Fire Ratings

Fiber optic cables severely reduce the risk of electrical fires in comparison to copper cables. Because they transfer information using light, they don’t cause electromagnetic interference, either. But, of course, there is always a
risk of fire anywhere fiber optic cables are installed, due to other factors. And, when this happens, fiber optic cables have different levels of resistance. This is where fire ratings for cables come in. An important part of understanding the functionality of a fiber optic cable is learning about fire ratings–for a basic overview, read on.

Why are fire ratings needed?

If fiber optic cables reduce the risk of fire, why are ratings even necessary? While fiber optic cables utilize light to transfer information, some cables contain conductive material that can conduct electricity. This is where the risk of fire comes in, and where the National Electric Code (NEC) creates different ratings per cable. Depending on where the cables are needed, fire ratings should be heavily considered, as some purposes are more of a fire hazard than others. Usually, the ratings are displayed on the cable jacket every 2 to 4 feet.

What affects the ratings?

There are three types of jacket ratings: plenum, riser, and general purpose. Plenum jackets are considered the most resistant to fire, whereas general purpose jackets are least resistant. Certain jackets need to be used in certain situations; for more information, you can view article 770.19 of the NEC. But, there’s another factor to consider when defining fire ratings, and that’s whether or not the cable is conductive. Again, this can affect where the cable must be used–it’s important to contact professionals when installing fiber optic cable networks for this reason. Fire ratings must be carefully evaluated and considered before the cables are installed.

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The Importance of Cleaning and Maintaining Fiber Optic Cables

Fiber optic cables can be incredibly useful, fast, and efficient. When you switch to fiber optic cables for your network, it means you’re taking one more step closer towards the future. High speed and instantaneous success are what run our world; this means that one misstep regarding fiber optic cables could ruin their entire ability to function. How do you prevent this? The most important thing to keep in mind is that your cables need to stay clean. Here’s why it’s so important to clean and maintain your fiber optic cables.

Simple Mistakes, Big Consequences

Even just a little oil from your finger or a speck of dust can cause a failure of the entire system. While fiber optic cables produce a great amount of speed and power, they also require care and precision. A dust particle that isn’t even visible could block the light that travels through the cables. If it doesn’t cause the entire system to break down, this kind of interruption will, at the very least, lower the productivity of the connection.

Cleaning Process

There are several ways to clean fiber optic cables, from dry cleaning to wet cleaning, and each has its benefits and specific uses. Each cleaning process follows the same general outline of steps; clean, inspect, clean, inspect, and repeat. There are a few things to remember, though. For instance, wet cleaning should not be conducted on bulkheads and receptacles. Dry cleaning should be your first plan of action. The connectors of the cables are just as important as the rest of the cables, in terms of transmission. If your fiber optic network is running slowly, and you’re not sure why you might want to clean each component thoroughly until you find where the problem is.

General Tips

Turn off all systems when you’re cleaning. The laser radiation is dangerous, and you should never look into these beams. Even if you can’t see any kind of light, the emissions are still there. Do not scrub vigorously at the cables; rather, use a lint-free swab and gently wipe. Your swabs should stay clean. Ideally, use a new one after each use. Never touch the connectors with your bare fingers, or else you’ll have to clean all over again!

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Why and How Are Fiber Optic Cables Color Coded?


Connecting the wrong cable can lead to malfunction, which no one has time for. So, why are fiber optic cables color coded, and how are the colors decided?

Fiber optic cables are surrounded by a type of protective tube called a jacket. These jackets are color-coded, mainly because it makes it very simple to tell the difference between different cables. Not all fiber optic cables do the same thing or contain the same number of fibers. It’s important to know which is which, because each serves a different purpose. Connecting the wrong cable can lead to malfunction, which no one has time for. So, why are fiber optic cables color coded, and how are the colors decided? Read on to find out.

Industry Standard Classifications

There are actually many ways in which a jacket can indicate what kind of optical fiber is being used. First of all, the number of individual fibers are often shown through a color coded system. There are 12 colors in total, each of which has a specific number associated with it. This is how fiber optic professionals determine what they’re dealing with. Likewise, you can determine jacket color through the fiber type and class, as well as the diameter. For example, multimode OM2 cables with a 50 micron core diameter are colored orange, whereas single-mode OS2 cables are most commonly jacketed in yellow. A full understanding of this color coding system often requires extensive knowledge about fiber optics.

Government and Military Classifications

When it comes to government and military networks, you can forget everything you know about industry standard classifications. This is because the government end users color code their cabling to match specific network classifications. A few of the most common networks and their associated colors are SIPR (red), NIPR/UNCLASS (green), JWICS (yellow), and BICES (blue). To determine the optical fiber used, one must read the information that is imprinted on the jacket.

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The Advantages of Using Fiber Optic Technology For Internet Connections


Broadband used to be slow and inconvenient. However, with fiber optic technology, all of that has changed.

You probably still remember about ten years ago, when connecting to the internet was a hassle. Not being able to use the phone, waiting ages for sites to load, and using only one computer at a time–broadband used to be slow and inconvenient. However, with fiber optic technology, all of that has changed. Now, it’s easier than ever to secure a lightning-fast download time. You can browse the web with incredible speed. And if your internet connection can’t do any of that, read on to discover why you should be participating in the fiber optic network.

Fiber Optics Are Faster

Fiber optic cables are proven to provide faster information transfer than any other broadband cable. The actual test results for these cables are astounding, and can prove just how much we’re moving forward with internet technology. If you’re experiencing any slowdown at all with your current internet connection, it can be a huge problem. This is especially true for time-sensitive projects and communications. Fiber optic technology can change that.

Better Materials

These cables work by transferring information through a beam of light. Because of this, fiber optic cables are not at risk for catching fire like metal cables. In fact, metal cables also present the problem of electromagnetic interference if they aren’t installed perfectly. This can mean even slower internet, and energy loss within the cables, causing the information to transfer slowly. Fiber optics can transfer information over great distances, and are virtually interference-free.

Moving Forward

Simply put, joining a fiber optic network will help you to move forward into the future. In the coming years, fiber optics will eventually replace the need for metal cables. But, as of right now, fiber optics present a competitive edge. The best way to keep up with internet changes is to achieve the best speed, connection, and functionality.

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