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Fiber Optic Theory

Introduction - Basic Theory
Safety First Always
Golden Rules
Emission of Light
Spectrum of Light
Wavelength of Light
Reflection
Refraction
Refractive Index
Total Internal Reflection
Numerical Aperture
The Physical Fiber
Manufacturing Fiber
Fiber Types
Fiber Characteristics
Pulse and Modal Dispersion
Multimode Fiber Theory
Single Mode Fiber Theory
Attenuation Theory
Cleaving Theory
Mechanical Splicing Theory
Fusion Splicing Theory
Connectorisation Theory
Adaptor Theory
Connector Loss Theory
Optical Sources LASER LED
Optical Detectors PD APD
Optical Transmission Theory
Glossary of Fiber Optic Terms

Fiber Optic Cables

Cable Types
Indoor Types
Outdoor Types
Undersea Cable
Loose Tube
Tight Buffered
Cable Hauling Techniques
Cable Hauling Equipment
Cable Stripping Techniques
Fiber Breakout Methods
Breakout Devices
Zero Fiber
Patch Cords and Pig Tails
 
 
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Fiber Preparation

Removing 3mm Jackets
Removing Kevlar
Removing 0.900mm Buffer
Removing 0.250mm Buffer
Cleaning bare fiber
Removing loose tube
Cleaning away cable GEL
Isopropyl Alcohol
Gripping Fiber
Safety Glasses
Using Microscopes
Polishing Pucks
Polishing Film/Lapping Film
Polishing Tables
Hand Cleaving Connectors
Connector Cleaving Tools
Connector Holders
The Black Mat
Sharps Disposal Containers
Syringes and Needles
Cleaning Wires
Tweezers
Cleaning Tissues
 
 
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Cleavers

Cleaver Types
Cleaver Preparation
Safety and Sharps Disposal
Cleaving Steps
Cleaning your Cleaver
Storing your Cleaver
Cleaver Maintenance
 
 
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Mechanical Splicing

Preparation
Where are they used?
Choosing a Cleaver
Choosing a Mechanical Splice
Mechanical Splice Holders
Fit and Tune a Splice
Re-use of a Splice
Index Correcting Gel
Fault finding with Visible Lasers
 
 
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Fusion Splicing

Preparation
When is Fusion Splicing used?
Choosing a Cleaver
Fusion Splice Trays
Fusion Splice Holders
Humidity and Altitude
Checking your Electrodes
Splice Protectors
Pre-fusing
Fusion
How do you know it's good?
How do you check losses?
Laying up Fiber in a tray
Sealing and protection
Choosing a Fusion Splicer
 
 
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Direct Connectorisation

Epoxy
Glues and Adhesives
Hot Melt
Clamped Fiber
Mechanical Splice Connector
Fusion Splice Connector
Manufacturers Claims
 

Existing Connector Styles

ST Connector
SC Connector
FC Connector
DIN Connector
Biconical Connector
FDDI Connector
SMA Type 906
SMA Type 905
SFR
DNP
D4
Escon

New Connector Styles

SC-DC
LC
MT-RJ
Duplex SC
Volition
Opti-Jack
MU
 
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Indoor Enclosures

Enclosure Styles
Enclosure Safety
Enclosure Components
Site Preparation
Cable fixtures
Fiber Breakout
Fusion Splicing Components
Mechanical Splicing Components
Direct Termination Components
Adaptor Considerations
Safety Signs
Fiber Color Codes
Fiber Records Keeping
 
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Outdoor Enclosures

Enclosure Styles
Enclosure Safety
Enclosure Components
Pit Preparation
Direct Bury Enclosure Preparation
Site Preparation
Cable Fixtures
Fiber Breakout
Fusion Splicing Components
Mechanical Splicing Components
Safety Signs
Fiber Color Codes
Fiber Records Keeping
 
 
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Power Meters and Sources

Testing Parameters
The Test Setup
Launch Fiber
Receive Fiber
Zeroing your Source and Meter
Measuring in dBm, dBu or W
Using different Wavelengths
Multimode Instruments
Single Mode Instruments
Cleaning while Testing
Recording your Results
Test Repeatability
An overview of dB's, what is it?
 
 
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OTDR's

What is an OTDR used for?
How does an OTDR work?
Refractive Index Setting
Pulse Width Setting
Distance Setting
Wavelength Setting
Sampling Rates
Cursor Placement
Dead Zone
Modal Conditioning
Measuring Loss
Connector Loss Trace
Mechanical Splice Loss Trace
Fusion Splice Loss Trace
Ghost Traces
End of Fiber Trace
Noise Floor Trace
Return Loss
Measuring 2 point loss
Measuring Distance in Cables
Using Cold Clamps
Typical causes of damage
Cable replacement theory
 
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Fiber Optic System Design

Power Budgets
Local Area Network Design
Long Haul Network Design
Choosing Equipment LAN's
Pay TV Applications
Security Camera Applications
Outside TV Broadcasts
Military Applications
Mining Applications
 

Fiber Optic Self Evaluations

Self Evaluation 1
"Basic Theory"
Self Evaluation 2
"Optical Cables"
Self Evaluation 3
"Fiber Preparation"
Self Evaluation 4
"Cleavers"
Self Evaluation 5
"Mechanical Splicing"
Self Evaluation 6
"Fusion Splicing"
Self Evaluation 7
"Direct Connectorisation"
Self Evaluation 8
"Indoor Enclosures"
Self Evaluation 9
"Outdoor Enclosures"
Self Evaluation 10
"Power Meters and Sources"
Self Evaluation 11
"OTDR's"
Self Evaluation 12
"System Design"
 
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