As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, the tools we use to link ourselves from one place to another have become more critical than ever.
In today’s technologically advanced world, using mediocre equipment simply won’t cut it.
Fiber optic jumpers are one such piece of equipment that has become an essential part of any modern data center. With the consumer electronics industry projected to grow at nearly 5% CAGR over the next few years, upgrading to modern equipment is essential.
In this article, we’ll explore how fiber optic jumpers work, the various types they come in, and the different ways you can use them.
And by the end of this article, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the importance of fiber optic jumpers in modern networking, and be better equipped to make informed decisions for your business’s networking needs.
What is a Jumper in Fiber Optics?
Fiber jumpers (also known as fiber optic connectors) refer to both ends of the cable equipped with connector plugs, used to achieve active connection via optics; one end with a plug called a pigtail.
It is to connect the two ends of the fiber to the output of the optical fiber to the maximum amount of optical power that can be coupled to the receiving fiber due to its involvement in the optical link in the system caused by the impact of the minor.
Fiber jumpers are used to jump from the device to the fiber cabling connection. There is a thick protective layer, generally used in the optical terminal and the terminal box between the connection, used in fiber optic communication systems, fiber access networks, fiber optic data transmission, LAN, and other areas.
Fiber optic jumper products are widely used in communication rooms, fiber to the home, local area networks, fiber optic sensors, fiber optic communication systems, fiber optic connection transmission equipment, preparation for national defense combat, etc.
It is suitable for a cable TV network, telecommunication network, fiber optic computer network, and optical test equipment. The subdivision is mainly used in various aspects.
What are the Different Types of Fiber Jumpers?
The following engineering network of various commonly used fiber optic connectors for a detailed description:
- SC Fiber Optic Jumpers: connect GBIC optical module connector, its shell is rectangular, and the lock is use of plug pin type and does not need to rotate. (Most used in router switch).
- FC Fiber Optic Jumpers: external reinforcement is the use of metal sets, fixing the screw buckle. It is generally used on the ODF side (the most used in the patch panel).
- LC Fiber Optic Jumpers: SFP module attached to the connector, using a convenient modular jack (RJ) closure mechanism. (Commonly used by routers)
Fiber optic jumpers are divided into the following three types based on the type of termination: ST-ST, SC-SC, and ST-SC. According to the type of fiber, there are two types single-mode fiber and multimode fiber.
The jumper length specifications are 0.5m, 1m, 2m, 3m, 5m, 10m, etc. According to the material of the outer sheath of the cable, it can be divided into ordinary type, ordinary flame retardant type, low smoke halogen-free type (LZSH), low smoke halogen-free flame retardant, etc.
According to the fire classification of the building and the fire resistance requirements of the materials, the integrated wiring system must take corresponding measures.
When laying cables or optical cables in flammable areas and building shafts, flame retardant cables, and optical cables should be used; in large public places, flame retardant, low smoke, and low toxic cables or optical cables should be used; Adjacent equipment rooms or handover rooms Flame retardant wiring equipment should be used.