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Interconnect Technical Papers

  1. The “Ideal” Fiber Height for a Fiber Optic Connector – and How to Achieve It

    Fiber Optic Center TECHNICAL Paper: The "Ideal" Fiber Height for a Fiber Optic Connector - and How to Achieve It Fiber height is a critical geometry parameter (along with Radius, Angle/Apex, and Key Error), which directly impacts the optical performance of the...
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  2. Cross-Sectioning Fiber Optic Connectors: An Effective Diagnostic Method to Identify Defects and Resolve Process Issues

    Fiber Optic Center Technical Paper: Cross-Sectioning Fiber Optic Connectors: An Effective Diagnostic Method to Identify Defects and Resolve Process Issues In the decades since optical fibers were first sketched on a drawing board, our industry has seen many exciting...
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