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1 month ago | cablinginstall.com | Serena Aburahma

An optical loss test set (OLTS) checks the performance and quality of a fiber network across various applications and industries. A recent Cabling, Installation, & Maintenance article discussed devices that help test fiber in the field. Both optical loss test set (OLTS) and optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) are utilized in the field, however, it is far more common for an OLTS to be used than an OTDR.

Mar 21, 2025 | cablinginstall.com | Serena Aburahma

CableWhat is the Difference Between Cat 5e vs Cat 6? While there are many similarities between Cat 5e vs Cat 6, there are some key differences worth noting. ID 57944275 © Sanchai Rattakunchorn | Dreamstime.comIn order to understand the differences between Cat 5e vs Cat 6 it’s good to know what they have in common and the features of each cable on their own.

Feb 26, 2025 | cablinginstall.com | Serena Aburahma

HomeIs AI having an impact in your work? Particpate in this poll and see if AI is affecting work in the industries we cover. Serena Aburahma | Associate EditorSerena Aburahma is a recent graduate from California State University, Northridge receiving a B.A. in Honor's English Literature. Serena has several years of writing and SEO experience, which include creating a variety of content ranging from cars and insurance to video games and pop culture.

Feb 11, 2025 | cablinginstall.com | Serena Aburahma

Field testing installed fiber-optic circuits is necessary to ensure the links can support their intended applications. The Telecommunications Industry Association’s (TIA) ANSI/TIA-568.3 standard defines Tier 1 and Tier 2 field tests. A Tier 1 test measures loss, length, and polarity. A Tier 2 test performs measurements meant to identify anomalies such as excessive loss or a fiber break. Tier 1 testing is far more common than Tier 2 testing according to this article from Fluke Networks.

Dec 25, 2024 | cablinginstall.com | Serena Aburahma

CableMultimode Fiber Grades: A Look at OM1 through OM5These are the descriptions and usages of multimode fiber grades OM1 through OM5. ID 213237008 © Sergei Pivovarov | Dreamstime.comMultimode fiber (MMF) is commonly used in local area networks (LANs) due to its ability to transmit multiple light signals simultaneously. The different grades of multimode fiber are OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4, and OM5, with each grade having specific characteristics that make it suitable for various applications.