Interlink Telecommunications
675 Esser Cr.
Sarnia, Ontario N7S 5J1
Phone: 336-1034
Toll Free: 877-542-0084
Fax: 336-8027
E-mail: info@interlinktel.com

Fiber Optics

Interlink is a certified member of Corning Fibre Optic and Cable Systems. By using Corning solutions and products, your installations will be warranted and future proofed for new and additional technologies.

Fibre optic cabling systems have many advantages over metallic-based communication systems. These advantages include: long distance signal transmission, large bandwidth, light weight and small diameter, long lengths, easy installation and upgrades, non-conductive, secure and designed for future applications needs. Interlink is equipped with all the necessary tools for a complete installation from fusion splicing to OTDR testing.

EXFO FTB 200 is a compact, modular platform designed for multilayer and multimedium testing

Tests physical, transport and datacom
Accommodates two field-interchangeable modules for Single mode and Multimode
Integrated hardware options includes visual fault locator (VFL) and fiber inspection probe

You will want an OTDR to check if the fibers and splices are good if you are installing an outside plant network such as a long distance network with splices between cables. The OTDR can see the splice after it is made and confirm its performance. It can also find stress problems in the cables caused by improper handling during installation. If you are doing restoration after a cable cut, the OTDR will help find the location of cut and help confirm the quality of temporary and permanent splices to restore operation. On singlemode fibers where connector reflections are a concern, the OTDR will pinpoint bad connectors easily.

Corning OptiSplice One Handheld Fusion Splicer is compact and rugged which makes it easy to use in many installation settings.

In fusion splicing a machine is used to precisely align the two fiber ends then the glass ends are "fused" or "welded" together using some type of heat or electric arc. This produces a continuous connection between the fibers enabling very low loss light transmission.