Fiber Optic Cable Basics

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A splice is a permanent connection of one cable to another.

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True

Front

Fusion splices are made by positioning one properly prepared fiber end between two electrodes and applying an arc.

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false

Front

The jacket is the outermost coating of the cable that provides protection.

Back

True

Front

In the loose buffer construction, a plastic jacket is bonded directly to the fiber.

Back

False

Front

As a general rule, do not bend the cable any tighter than ten times the outer cable diameter after installation.

Back

True

Front

Un-rated cables are generally not permitted except if enclosed in non-combustible raceways or walls.

Back

True

Front

FT-4 cables are plenum rated.

Back

false

Front

FT-1 cables are used in buildings of combustible construction.

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True

Front

Where preparing fiber cable for installation, the buffer coating must be removed. This can only be done mechanically.

Back

false

Front

Buffer tubes are made of metallic materials with various degrees of flexibility and hardness.

Back

False