1. Choose the correct connector type (LC / SC / ST / FC / MPO / MTP)
Different connectors are used to insert different devices. If the ports of the devices on both ends are the same, we can use LC-LC / SC-SC / MPO-MPO. If you want to connect devices with different port types, LC-SC / LC-ST / LC-FC may be suitable for you.
2. Choose single-mode or multi-mode cable type
Single-mode fiber jumpers use 9/125um fiber, and multimode fiber jumpers use 50/125um or 62.5/125um fiber. Single-mode fiber jumpers are mainly used for long-distance data transmission. Multimode fiber jumpers are mainly used for short-distance transmission. The jacket of a general single-mode fiber jumper is yellow, and the jacket of a multimode fiber jumper is orange or blue.
3. Choose simplex or duplex fiber optic cable type
Simplex means that this fiber patch cord has only one fiber optic cable and only one fiber optic connector at each end for bidirectional (BIDI) optical modules. Duplex can be seen as two optical fiber jumpers side by side, used for ordinary optical modules.
4. Choose the correct length (1m / 5m / 10m / 20m / 30m / 50m)
The length of the fiber jumper is different, usually 0.5m to 50m. You should select the appropriate cable length according to the distance between the devices to be connected.
5. Choose the correct connector polishing type
Since the loss of the APC connector is lower than that of the UPC connector, in general, the optical performance of the APC connector is superior to that of the UPC connector. But APC connectors are usually more expensive than UPC connectors, so you should consider whether you need an APC connector according to your actual situation.
6. Choose the correct protective cover
Generally, there are three types of jumper jackets: PVC, LSZH, and OFNP. The jumper jacket made of PVC is common to everyone. The fire resistance is average and the price is the lowest. The LSZH jumper jacket is made of low-smoke and halogen-free materials. It has good environmental protection and flame retardant performance, but the price is more expensive. OFNP jumper The wire jacket refers to the American Fire Protection Commission standard, which can be flame retardant. This material will automatically extinguish when it leaves the fire source. The price is the most expensive and suitable for large data centers. You can choose according to your own situation.
