Tài liệu Fiber Connectorization pptx

white paper Fiber Connectorization Factory Termination vs. Field Termination With today’s unforgiving marketplace dictating fiscal frugality, fiber connectorization methods are under intense scrutiny. Network operators have long faced the decision of terminating fiber panels in the field or purchasing pre-connectorized fiber panels from the manufacturer. A simple cost analysis reveals pre-connectorization at the factory encourages quick deployment, minimizes operational expenses and ensures network integrity. Field connectorization requires a dedicated labor force to load, install and terminate panels on-site. Labor costs accrue quickly and reliability is jeopardized as technicians – unfamiliar with the intricacies of the manufacturer’s equipment – attempt to integrate the panels into the network. Field connectorized panels may be less expensive at time of purchase, but extraneous expenses encountered in the field mount rapidly. Factory connectorization minimizes installation expenses and maximizes network performance by eliminating additional labor costs and termination gaffes in the field. The manufacturer understands the complexities of its panels and the optimal methods for termination. Pre-connectorized panels are terminated correctly the first time, eliminating "do-it-again" costs. Reliability, flexibility and quality – deployed faster and cheaper. The merits of factory connectorization have never been clearer. One Manufacturer. One Source. One Guarantee. By incorporating vertically integrated manufacturing processes, ADC can expedite delivery of customized terminated panels at lower costs, with one catalog number, from one source. Vertical integration enables you to custom-tailor terminated panels to suit the unique requirements of specific applications. And because ADC controls every step in the manufacturing process, we can ensure you receive the right products, at the right time. Panels can be loaded with intrafacility cable (IFC) or outside plant (OSP) cable. The pre- connectorized assemblies are available with connectors on the assembly end and a stub at the far end for off-frame splicing applications, or with connectors on both ends of the cable for tie-panel applications. The panels are available with either indoor- or outdoor-rated cable in ribbon or stranded configurations in fiber counts ranging from 12 to 216 per cable, with virtually any breakout length. All connector terminations are also tested for insertion and return loss in the factory before they are loaded into the panels. After the cable assemblies are loaded into the panel, a continuity test is performed to ensure performance of the completed assembly. ADC’s pre-connectorization process offers several additional advantages: • All connectors are polished and terminated in a clean environment and inspected by a quality control program • Test results are documented and provided with each assembly • All expendables, labor and "do-it-again" costs are incurred by ADC • Injection of the lowest possible loss into the system. Factory fusion splice offers a typical loss of .01 dB while a field-terminated connector offers 0.25 dB loss. Field-Polished Termination Pre-Polished Crimp Termination Factory Pre-Connectorized Termination Competitive Edge Today’s business environment leaves little margin for error. Network operators must closely reexamine practices, processes and disciplines in order to meet the exacting demands of customers and the broadband industry. With many operators asked to deliver more with less, factory pre- connectorization provides a key advantage over the competition. Increase the flexibility, reliability and functionality of your optical network and save money. 2 ADC Telecommunications, Inc., P.O. Box 1101, Minneapolis, Minnesota USA 55440-1101 Specifications published here are current as of the date of publication of this document. Because we are continuously improving our products, ADC reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice. At any time, you may verify product specifications by contacting our headquarters office in Minneapolis. ADC Telecommunications, Inc. views its patent portfolio as an important corporate asset and vigorously enforces its patents. Products or features contained herein may be covered by one or more U.S. or foreign patents. 1233018 6/02 Original © 2002 ADC Telecommunications, Inc. All Rights Reserved An Equal Opportunity Employer Web Site: www.adc.com From North America, Call Toll Free: 1-800-366-3891 • Outside of North America: +1-952-938-8080 Fax: +1-952-917-3237 For a complete listing of ADC's global sales office locations, please refer to our web site. Cost Analysis The following cost analysis presents an ADC 72-connector fiber panel as the example for all comparisons. The factory connectorized fiber panel features 100-foot IFC cable with 72 terminated multimode SC connectors at one end and a stub at the other end. Two diverse examples of field connectorization methods are provided – field-polished terminations and pre-polished field crimp terminations. The analysis is based on the following assumptions: • Hourly cost of a technician is $40 • All labor includes 30% factor for unproductive time due to delays and security restrictions • Material costs are a compilation gathered from various industry sources • Panels feature singlemode connectors • IFC cable used with all fiber panels Labor (35 hours) $1400 Materials $2888 Total Costs $4288 Labor (45 hours) $1800 Materials $2618 Total Costs $4418 72-termination fiber panel with $3600 100 feet of IFC cable (costs include labor and associated expendable termination materials) Total Costs $3600 . white paper Fiber Connectorization Factory Termination vs. Field Termination With today’s unforgiving marketplace dictating fiscal frugality, fiber connectorization. terminating fiber panels in the field or purchasing pre-connectorized fiber panels from the manufacturer. A simple cost analysis reveals pre-connectorization