The vigorous development of optical communication technology has led to the rise of fiber-to-the-home, which makes the market for fiber-optic quick connectors and cold connectors continue to expand. These two correspond to two optical fiber connection methods, optical fiber thermal fusion and quick connector connection, so what is the difference between them?

1. Optical fiber quick connector!

Its main purpose is to realize the splicing of optical fibers. It is a device for detachable (movable) connection between optical fibers and optical fibers. It precisely butts the two end faces of the optical fibers so that the light energy output by the transmitting optical fibers can be maximized. ground into the receiving fiber and minimizes the impact on the system due to its intervening optical link.

Second, the cold connection!

Cold splices are used for optical fiber butt optical fibers or optical fiber butt pigtails. This is equivalent to making joints. Cold splices are called optical fiber cold splices.

What is the difference between fiber optic quick connectors and cold splices:

Optical fiber cold splices have the same structural principle as pre-embedded optical fiber connectors, and they are both sub-products of optical fiber quick connectors. However, because their appearance is similar to that of quick connectors, many people can't tell the difference between them. The main reason for the cold splicer is that it has no movable plug, and is used to directly and fixedly connect the optical link node when "optical fiber to fiber" or "optical fiber to pigtail" is docked. It is mainly used for indoor wiring or wiring in a small space, and it is easy and flexible to install.

How to install and use the optical fiber quick connector:

1) Remove the connector end cap and pass the cable through it;

2) Strip the outer sheath of the cable with optical fiber strippers;

3) Cut the Miller clamp close to the edge of the clamp to expose the coating layer and expose the optical fiber;

4) Ensure that the optical fiber is clean and avoid dust;

5) Cut the optical fiber with a fixture;

6) Align the optical fiber with the main body hole and insert it. When the optical fiber is initially bent, press the crimping cover down;

7) Screw the end cap on the cable back to the main body of the connector and then fasten the shell.

The installation of the optical fiber quick connector is very simple, but it should be noted that the optical fiber quick connector is easily contaminated and damaged, which will lead to the loss of optical fiber performance. During the installation process, it should be kept away from dust and contaminants, and the action should be slow when inserting.

How to use optical fiber cold splices:

1) First, cut the wire inside the cable with diagonal pliers;

2) Then use the optical cable stripper to open the leather cable to expose the optical fiber, pay attention to the length;

3) Then put in the guide groove, pull the guide groove back, and use the Miller wire to peel off the plastic on the surface of the fiber, and the bare fiber is exposed;

4) Finally, put the stripped bare fiber tape guide groove like a cutter, and push it from the inside (on the side of your body) to the outside.

The main features of the functions and applications of optical fiber quick connectors: good connection stability, low insertion loss, extremely low cost of use, very fast installation speed, and very simple installation and maintenance. Main applications: optical fiber communication applications, fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) applications, cable television applications.

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