Plastic optical fibers (POFs) are widely used in short-distance communication due to their good flexibility and low cost. How to chose the right plastic optical fiber,below are some suggestions for you.
1. Clarify Transmission Requirements
– Distance: For short distances (<100 meters), choose PMMA plastic fibers for low attenuation; for ultra-short distances (<10 meters), POF can be used for lower costs.
– Bandwidth: For high-bandwidth needs (such as video transmission), prioritize graded-index fibers to avoid image quality issues caused by multimode dispersion.
2. Adapt to Usage Scenarios
– Industrial Environments: Select fibers with flame-retardant jackets, which have a temperature resistance range of -40℃~85℃ and are resistant to oil pollution and corrosion.
– Home Wiring: Prioritize thin-diameter (0.5mm) fibers for easy pipe threading, and match them with LC connectors to improve plug-and-play efficiency.
