Connector Problems
Sometimes when I am installing non-optical disconnect connectors, (SC, FC) the springs will freeze up on me, what is the problem?
When installing non-optical disconnect connectors it is important not to over flood the connector with epoxy. If too much epoxy is injected into the connector, it can overflow onto the spring and lock the connector. When injecting the connector, make sure only a small bead of epoxy forms at the tip of the ferrule, then remove the syringe and wipe off the excess epoxy.
I have a problem with broken fibers at the base of my connector after I have crimped it. Why am I breaking so many fibers inside of the connectors?
The bare fiber is inserted into the ferrule of the connector to the point where the buffers (900um & 250um) have been stripped, and seats on the back of the ferrule. The last step is to crimp the connector and this is where the problem occurs. During the crimping process, if the fiber pulls back from where it is seated against the ferrule, it will create a small piece of bare fiber between the back of the ferrule and the buffer strip point. This small piece of bare fiber tends to break inside the connector after the epoxy is cured. To resolve this problem, make sure while you are crimping your connector that you apply a small amount of upward pressure on the fiber. This will keep it seated against the ferrule until the crimp is completed.
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