Technik-Ratgeber
Lichtwellenleiter: Aufbau, Funktion und Anwendungen
Was sind Lichtwellenleiter und wie übertragen sie Daten? Der Grundlagenratgeber erklärt Faser- und Kabelaufbau, Lichtführung, Fasertypen und Anwendungen sowie wichtige Angaben für die Kabelauswahl.
Understanding OTDR measurement: traces, launch fibers and typical faults
Understand OTDR traces, dead zones, and the functions of launch and tail fibers. A checklist helps you prepare the measurement setup and avoid typical errors.
What is a passive optical network (PON)? Structure, function, and components explained
How does a passive optical network work? This guide explains the path from the OLT through optical splitters to the ONT, classifies GPON and XGS-PON, and compares PON with AON. A practical selection guide shows what to look for when it comes to fiber optic components, attenuation...
Connecting fiber optic cables: plugging, splicing, or pre-assembling?
How can fiber optic cables be connected reliably? This guide compares plug-in connections, fusion splicing, and pre-assembled fiber optic cables, showing which solution suits installation, maintenance, and project workflows.
OM3 or OM4? Choosing the right multimode fibers
OM3 or OM4? This guide compares bandwidth, Ethernet ranges, compatibility, and connectors to help you choose for professional fiber optic networks.
Fiber-optic sensing: How optical fibers become intelligent sensors
How does a fiber optic cable become a sensor? This guide categorizes point and distributed fiber optic sensing, compares DAS, DTS, DSS, and DTGS, and highlights the technical requirements that should be reviewed before starting a project.
Fiber Optic Pigtails: Design, Selection, and Use in Splice Boxes
What is a fiber optic pigtail and which version fits the splice box? This guide explains fiber types, LC and SC, UPC and APC, 900 µm, splicing, and the most important ordering specifications.
What is a Raspberry Pi? Functions, models & applications explained simply
What is a Raspberry Pi and what is it suitable for? This guide explains how it works, the product ranges, and areas of application – with a compact decision-making aid.
Fiber optic connectors at a glance: types, polishes, and selection
LC, SC, ST, FC or MPO: This guide shows the differences between fiber optic connectors, polishes, and fiber types – including a comparison and checklist.
Planning MTP/MPO Cabling Correctly: Transceivers, Polarity, and Migration
Which MTP/MPO components are suitable for your transceiver and topology? This guide explains fiber counts, polarity, base systems, and typical migration paths.
Bending radius for fiber optics: how to calculate minimum values correctly
How tightly can a fiber optic cable be bent? Learn how to determine the minimum bend radius, why different values may apply during installation, and why the specific cable data sheet is always the deciding factor.
Planning pre-terminated fiber optic cables: selection, ordering, and installation
Which fiber, which connectors, and which cable length are suitable for the project? This guide shows what you should look out for regarding cable routing, connector protection, and ordering pre-assembled fiber optic cables.