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When you want to upgrade your network, increasing its speed and bandwidth capacity, you need the right kind of fiber optic cables. You'll find many different fiber optic cables on the market, and you'll want to be fully informed on the differences between these cables. For example, some cables have greater fiber optic distance accuracy, so it's important you know how to select the right one for your project's requirements.
Find out more about what fiber optic cables are, their advantages and tips for finding the right options for your project.
A fiber optic cable is a type of network cable featuring an insulated casing that houses strands of glass fibers. These cables are made to assist with telecommunications, as they provide high-performance, long-distance data networking. When compared to wired cables, fiber optic cables are much more effective. They can transmit data over much longer distances with less loss than a typical copper cable and also feature higher bandwidth that is typically limited by the equipment on each end.
Many companies choose fiber optic cables for their networking needs due to the many advantages they provide. These cables are a significant improvement over copper cables of the past. As you decide if fiber optic cables are right for your needs, check out some of the top benefits of fiber optic cables:
As you look for the right fiber optic cable for your needs, we have a few tips to ensure you make a good decision. Check out these tips for specifying fiber optic cables:
There are two general types of fiber optic cables — single-mode and multi-mode. By understanding the two main fiber optic cable types and their uses, you can better narrow your options and select the right fiber optic cable for your needs.
Single-mode fiber optic cables can only transmit one mode due to their small core. While signals move within this small core (9 micron), the number of reflections decreases, leading to lower attenuation. With this low attenuation, these types of fiber optic cables excel at transmitting data over long distances at fast speeds.
Multi-mode fiber optic cables feature a larger core (50 or 62.5 micron), allowing for many modes of light to travel through them at the same time. These cables have more reflections while the rays progress, which allows for more information to pass through the cable. But the high dispersion rates and attenuation of these cables cause the signal's quality to decrease. Usually, these cables are used to transmit data over shorter distances.
You'll need to choose between these two types of cables based on your project needs.Companies needing to transmit data over long distances often select a single-mode fiber optic cable to reduce attenuation removing the need for re-amplification.
Though single-mode fiber optic cables are a great choice for many companies, you may want to use multi-mode fiber optic cables in certain situations. If you only need to transmit data over shorter distances and for applications requiring less intensive bandwidth, multi-mode fiber optic cables are a smart selection.
There are a number of factors to consider when choosing the jacket and construction of a fiber optic cable. Where will the cable be used?
After you've decided on the right type of fiber optic cable, you can move on to selecting the right strand count. Strands are the small glass strands inside the cable and are responsible for transmitting data via light. Different projects require different strand counts, so it's crucial you pick a cable with the right number of strands.
You can determine the right strand count for your project by checking its installation requirements. Higher strand counts result in higher bandwidth. As a result, it's often best to select a higher strand count than your project's minimum requirements, as a greater number of strands gives you more room for growth in the future.
Besides selecting the right strand counts and the fiber optic network cable types you need, there are other factors to consider, including:
When you need fiber optic cables for your next project, turn to Multilink. Our knowledgeable staff can help you find the right solution by evaluating your business's needs and bundling or customizing various products to ensure you have a reliable, high-performing network in your corner. Many of our customers love our Surelight® Flat Drop Cables and our SpeedFlex™ Push Fibers due to their incredible performance.
Review our fiber optic network cable options today. If you have any questions or want help finding the right cable, feel free to contact us.
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