Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Process Fiber Optic Cable Installation

By Frances Richardson


Fiber optic cables enhance fast transmission of data. The technology has become very common in the business world owing to its abundant advantages. To commence enjoying its services, the correct procedures should be used to enhance installation. Fiber optic cable installation is a delicate process and ought to be done by someone who is well experienced.

The technology is quite advantageous. Technology facilitates quick data transmission. Data is transmitted at a very high speed close to that of light. In fact, the speed is only 31% less than that of light. This technology has been the main factor of fast growth of businesses within the city of San Francisco Bay Area. Flourishing of businesses has been facilitated owing to fewer inconveniences experienced. Technology experiences low attenuation that leads to fewer signal losses.

These types of cables do not conduct electricity which means that there are no electromagnetic interferences. This condition makes them work very efficiently. Another good trait about the cables is that they are not fire hazard. They cannot catch fire. This is due to its excellent mode of design. They are long lasting due to their ability to resist breakages.

Before installing these cables, start by performing survey in the area you intend to perform the installation. Guidelines given by the manufacturer ought to be followed to the letter. This will enhance efficient output. Indoor installation can be accomplished by doing it in raceways. It can also be performed over the ceiling. At times, installing indoor can be accomplished by letting the cables run below the floor. For outdoor installation, cables are either passed above the ground or below the ground.

When installing cables, good care should be taken otherwise too much pooling could be disastrous to fibers. Commence installing cables having read the manufactures instructions. To commence pulling cables, ensure that length present is enough to prevent splicing fibers. They should be pulled by specific strength members as advised by manufacturers.

Care should also be taken when bending them. It is important to note that these cables are different, hence one should not be treated the same as the other. Different cables have different bend radius. When pulling, ensure that you do not cause twisting. This is highly discouraged owing to the fact that they are unhealthy for the cable.

It is recommended to use swivel pulling eye to enhance connection between cables and pull rope. This is important in that it prevents pulling tension, which creates twisting forces to the cable. The people performing installation are encouraged to roll it off the spool rather than turning the spool. This is intended to lower chances of twisting. When too much of it has been rolled from spool it is advisable to place it in figure eight to avoid incidences of twisting.

Always drop them downwards vertically rather than pulling them upwardly. Sufficient support is needed when handling these kinds of cables. Poor handling may make them break or twist. It is therefore important to support them with the help of cable ties.




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