Questions & Answers

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What is plenum rated?
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A cable is "plenum rated" when it meets specific fire safety requirements for installation in plenum spaces—these are air-handling areas typically found above suspended ceilings or under raised floors, used to circulate air in buildings. Plenum-rated cables are designed to minimize the spread of flames and toxic fumes in case of a fire, emitting low smoke and toxicity.
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What is the benefit of using pre-terminated fiber optic assemblies?
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Pre-terminated assemblies eliminate the need for field termination, ensuring consistent performance, reducing installation time, and minimizing labor costs.
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What is the lead time for custom assemblies?
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Lead time for custom pre-terminated assemblies is typically 4-5 business days, ensuring you get your cables quickly. Please refer to the top of the product page for estimated lead times that may pertain to a specific assembly.
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What is the primary benefit of using Corning® glass?
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Corning® glass ensures low signal loss and high reliability, making it a premium choice for long-distance and high-speed data transmissions.
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What is UPC polish?
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UPC (Ultra Physical Contact) polish refers to a connector end face that has been polished with an extended process, resulting in a slightly more conical head shape and improved surface quality. This type of polish achieves a higher return loss (about -50dB or higher), meaning less back reflection compared to standard PC (Physical Contact) polish, which has about -40dB return loss.