Fiber Optic
Resource Guide
Design Topics
| Fiber cable types | What’s the difference between zip-cord and distribution cable? |
| Outdoor cable types | How to choose the proper outdoor-rated fiber optic cable. |
| Single mode vs. multimode fiber | What’s the difference between single mode and multimode fiber? |
| Fiber connector types | What are the different fiber connectors and where are they used? |
| UPC vs. APC connectors | What’s the difference between UPC and APC style fiber connectors? |
| Fiber product library | Browse the NSI fiber optic product collection. |
Installation Topics
| Video: LC Connector to 900um Buffer | Step-by-step instructional video for terminating fiber. |
| Video: LC Connector to 2mm Duplex | Step-by-step instructional video for terminating fiber. |
| Video: SC Connector to 2mm Duplex | Step-by-step instructional video for terminating fiber. |
| Cleaning fiber cable & connectors | Why is cleaning fiber cable and connections necessary? |
| Pulling fiber cable | Best practices for pulling fiber cable through conduit. |
| Repair a broken fiber cable | How to repair a broken fiber optic cable. |
| Fiber termination tools | Explore of commonly used fiber optic tools. |
Application Guides
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