Fiber characterization is the process of validating that a fiber path will support a given use before lighting it up. It’s a critical step, not only when expanding or upgrading the network but during the initial build-out as well. In fact, fiber characterization may be one of the most important steps to ensure a solid foundation for your network.
Fiber characterization testing evaluates the fiber infrastructure to make sure all the fiber, connectors, splices, laser sources, detectors and receivers are working at their optimum performance levels. It consists of a series of industry-standard tests to measure optical transmission attributes and provides the operator with a true picture of how the fiber network will handle the current modernization as well as future expansions. More importantly, by doing the fiber characterization prior to transforming or expanding their telecom network, service providers can eliminate potential risks with the fiber infrastructure that can result in substantial delays during the final test and turn-up phases.
Let us provide you with a full performance assessment of your fiber cable. We verify the integrity and capacity of your fiber network by our measurements of fiber parameters such as optical loss, chromatic dispersion, polarization mode dispersion and fiber reflections. We check for fiber anomalies and identify loss problems with our OTDR traces, contact us today!
