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How to Extend a Network Port using Fiber

Sep 01, 2025
As projects continually increase in size, so do cable runs. In many applications, twisted pair connections are often remotely located and require extended lengths of cable — security cameras monitor outdoor locations, outbuildings connect to local area networks, remote rooms demand streaming media and gates require network connectivity. Twisted pair cable has a length limitation […]
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Networking over Fiber

Jun 08, 2025
As demand for faster, more reliable data transmission continues to rise, fiber optic networking has become the gold standard for high-speed internet and IP-based control. But deploying fiber requires more than just the cables — a range of electronics are essential to translate, switch, and transmit data across the network. This article explores the electronics […]
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Choosing a Fiber Optic Enclosure

Jun 07, 2025
Fiber optic enclosures are a necessary component of any optical-based installation. They protect fiber cables and connections, transition between different cable types, neatly organize incoming and outgoing cables, maintain minimum bend radiuses, provide consolidated points of system maintenance, and allow for future expansion and system scaling. Ultimately, leveraging a fiber enclosure improves signal integrity and […]
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Identifying (and Fixing) Fiber Performance Issues

May 09, 2025
Fiber is surprisingly durable. Most cables boast a pull rating exceeding 200lbs and can survive installed bend radiuses smaller than 5mm. Couple this with constructions supporting wide temperature ratings and harsh outdoor weather and it’s no wonder fiber has become the medium of choice for high-speed networking and telecommunications. But what happens when the cable […]
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Pulling Fiber Optic Cable

May 09, 2025
Fiber optic cable is surprisingly strong, durable and pliable; however, several best practices should be followed to ensure a successful cable installation. The below article explores the best practices and tools commonly used to pull fiber optic cable. The Future Ready Solutions Tools & Test Equipment collection explores these solutions in greater detail. Our News & Insights […]
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Understanding Fiber Optic Tools

May 08, 2025
Fiber optic tools are very different than those used for coax, twisted pair and other copper-based cables. Fiber requires a level of precision when stripping, cleaving and preparing optical strands to ensure clean connections and pure light propagation. The below article explores the tools commonly used to integrate and terminate fiber optic cable and connectors. […]
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Understanding Fiber Optic Cable: Common Cable Constructions

May 05, 2025
As we’ve explained in previous articles, fiber optic cable comes in a variety of configurations and constructions. We’ve explored the pros, cons and applications for both single mode and multimode fiber, and we’ve discussed the differences between traditional fiber and Cleerline SSF™. However, another key attribute of any fiber optic integration is what cable construction […]
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Understanding Fiber Optic Cable: Single Mode vs. Multimode

Apr 14, 2025
What’s the difference between single mode and multimode fiber? More importantly, which cable should I use in my installation? These are two of the most common questions we’re asked by integrators when designing a fiber optic installation. In some cases the answer is easy: any cable installed before the modem needs to be single mode. But if you’re running network, security or […]
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Understanding Fiber Optic Cable: Traditional vs. SSF

Apr 13, 2025
Fiber optic cabling comes in a variety of configurations and constructions: multimode, single mode, simplex, duplex, distribution, etc. You can find these variants on the Future Ready Solutions website, including articles and case studies detailing where each is used. However, another core consideration is whether to use fiber cabling built with a traditional glass construction […]
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LightSpeed Demarc Kit Wins Top New Technology Award

The LightSpeed Technologies FTTX-K10 all-in-one fiber demarcation kit recently took home top honors in the annual Top New Technologies (TNT) awards at ISE 2025. This year’s awards saw 13 separate categories ranging from marketing programs to products, and the FTTX-K10 won best new product in the competitive Audio, HDMI & Fiber Optic Cabling category. “ISE […]
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