Fiber optic jumpers are widely used equipment connection accessories in the field of optical communication, and their role in fiber optic transmission and wiring cannot be underestimated. Therefore, understanding the necessary usage methods and precautions is an essential step to ensure high-quality fiber optic transmission quality and improve fiber optic durability. This article will introduce specific operation guidelines and related suggestions from three aspects: fiber optic jumper connection, disconnection methods, and daily maintenance, to help you avoid unnecessary trouble and losses in fiber optic wiring.
Connection and disconnection methods for fiber optic jumpers
Fiber optic jumpers can be used to connect various network devices and devices with fiber optic interfaces, such as fiber optic modules, adapter panels, distribution boxes, wavelength division multiplexers and demultiplexers, fiber optic transceivers, etc. The following will take ordinary jumpers connecting optical modules on switches as an example to introduce the general operating steps in detail.
Connection steps for fiber optic jumpers
1. Remove the dust caps on the connectors at both ends of the optical module and the fiber optic jumper, and keep them for backup.
2. Insert the jumper connector correctly into the module.
3. Secure and shape the optical cable with ties to protect the jumper.
4. Fiber optic jumper disconnection program.
5. Run the command to close the switch port inserted into the optical module.
6. Carefully pull out the fiber optic jumper connector from the module and place it in a relatively clean place to avoid dust in the air from contaminating the fiber optic.
7. Cover the connectors at both ends of the fiber optic jumper and the optical module interface with dust caps.
Precautions for fiber optic jumper:
The installation personnel should have sufficient network cabling technical skills and experience to ensure installation quality and safety. When operating active equipment, be sure to wear protective gloves and anti-static bracelets to prevent fiber optic debris and static damage. Before use, ensure that the end face of the fiber optic connector is clean. When using, please pay attention to the bending radius of the fiber optic jumper. Excessive stretching or squeezing may cause damage. Do not hang or place the jumper away from the device at will to avoid accidental damage when pulling the jumper. Avoid frequent insertion or removal of jumpers in equipment to reduce wear and tear. In addition, do not look directly at the end face of the crossover joint when connecting to avoid laser damage to the eyes. After installation, the work area should be thoroughly cleaned.
Maintenance methods for fiber optic jumpers
Although the use of fiber optic jumpers is simple, their daily maintenance cannot be ignored. Proper cleaning and maintenance not only ensure the smooth transmission of signals, but also extend the service life of optical fibers to a certain extent. Generally speaking, the cleaning of fiber optic jumpers is mainly aimed at the connectors at both ends. There are two main cleaning methods, namely dry cleaning and wet cleaning. There is a slight difference between the two and they can be used together. Commonly used dry cleaning machines include a box type fiber optic cleaning box and a pressure cleaning pen, while wet dry cleaning machines have dust-free wiping paper, cleaning rods, etc.