Parameters are specified by the cable manufacturer and are based on:

• The wavelength of the optical signal: 1310 nm in the Quantum EIO optical link
• the cable index: use graded-index cable only
• the fiber size:

• 50/125 μm or 62.5/125 μm
• 9/125 μm

For most multimode optical cable links, the use of 62.5/125 μm cable is recommended because of its relatively low loss and signal distortion.

• Select the fiber optic cable that meets the demands of your application. Multiconductor cables are recommended.

Most 62.5/125 μm cables are rated at 1.5 dB loss per km. With a Multiconductor cable, pairs come with an attenuation specification as measured, which is less than 3.5 dB/km.

Released for: Schneider Electric India