An optical fiber connector is a device used to link optical fibers, facilitating the efficient transmission of light signals. An optical fiber connector enables quicker connection and disconnection than splicing.
LC (top) and ST (bottom) optical fiber connectors, both with protective caps in place
Image: E2000 Connector
Image: ESCON connector
Image: FCPC 002
A fiber-optic cable, also known as an optical-fiber cable, is an assembly similar to an electrical cable but containing one or more optical fibers that are used to carry light. The optical fiber elements are typically individually coated with plastic layers and contained in a protective tube suitable for the environment where the cable is used. Different types of cable are used for optical communication in different applications, for example long-distance telecommunication or providing a high-speed data connection between different parts of a building.
A TOSLINK optical fiber cable with a clear jacket. These cables are used mainly for digital audio connections between devices.
A multi-fiber cable
Left: LC/PC connectors Right: SC/PC connectors All four connectors have white caps covering the ferrules.
Fiber-optic cable in a Telstra pit
