fibertypen

Fibertypen, also known as fiber types, refer to the different classifications of optical fibers used in telecommunications and other applications. Optical fibers are thin strands of glass or plastic that transmit light signals over long distances with minimal loss of signal quality. The primary types of optical fibers are categorized based on their core and cladding materials, as well as their intended use.

Single-mode fibers have a small core diameter, typically around 8-10 micrometers, and are designed to carry a single mode of light. They are used in long-distance telecommunications and high-speed data transmission applications. Single-mode fibers have a lower bandwidth but can transmit data over much longer distances compared to multi-mode fibers.

Multi-mode fibers have a larger core diameter, usually between 50 and 62.5 micrometers, and can carry multiple modes of light. They are suitable for shorter-distance applications, such as local area networks (LANs) and data centers, where the distance between devices is relatively short. Multi-mode fibers have a higher bandwidth but are more susceptible to signal degradation over longer distances.

Plastic optical fibers (POF) use plastic as the core material instead of glass. They have a larger core diameter, typically around 980 micrometers, and are designed for short-distance applications, such as home networking and automotive applications. POF is less expensive than glass fibers but has a higher attenuation and lower bandwidth.

Each type of optical fiber has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the choice of fiber type depends on the specific requirements of the application, including the distance to be covered, the required bandwidth, and the cost constraints.