What is a fiber optic splicer and how does ITH build networks that really work?

At first glance, it may seem that fiber optics “just are.” – They run in the ground, walls, ceilings. And then the magic happens: the Internet works, monitoring, building automation, corporate networks. But as is usually the case, the devil is in the details. Because any network will only work well if it is precisely built and connected. For this to happen, it takes a small but powerful device – a fiber optic splicer. And that’s where the story begins, which we at ITH know like the back of our hands.

Why do you weld fiber optics and why is it important?

Imagine two microscopic optical fibers the thickness of a human hair. They are supposed to work together and carry data at tremendous speeds. Now try to connect them so that there is virtually no trace that they were ever separated. That’s what a fiber optic splicer does. It connects the two ends of the fibers permanently, without using glue or additional components – it simply melts their ends with an electric arc and gently presses them together until it creates one continuous transmission channel.

Did you know that.

The welding time of modern welders is only a few seconds – and that makes all the difference, especially for large network projects.

What is the step-by-step process of fiber optic welding machine?

Before the actual welding takes place, the fibers need to be properly prepared – the protective layer is removed, they are cleaned of dust, dirt and debris, and then trimmed. Then they go inside the welder, where they can be observed on the built-in display.

Then the fibers go inside the welder. You need to know that different welders offer different precision:

• The older types require manual adjustment of the fibers under the glasses.

• Modern machines do it for you – they automatically set the fibers, analyze the image and select the parameters themselves.

At ITH, we use the latest generation of fiber optic welders, which guarantee maximum accuracy. As a result, we not only get solid welds, but also minimal attenuation, i.e. signal loss is practically zero.

Want to commission us to build a fiber optic network? Contact us – we will prepare an individual quote and take care of implementation from design to final installation. Placing an order with ITH is a guarantee that the entire process will go smoothly and without unnecessary downtime.

Types of fiber optic welders, or why it’s not all that simple?

How the splicer aligns the fibers is of great importance to the quality of the entire network. Would you like to better understand the whole process? We rush to explain!

• Centering to jacket – a good choice for less demanding installations. The fibers are approximated on the basis of the outer diameter, which is sufficient for uniform flat cable.

• Centering to the core – the welder uses cameras and precision motors to perfectly align the cores of the two fibers. The result is less signal loss.

• Active centering – the most advanced solution. Even if you combine two different types of fibers, this welder can align them so that the weld is almost imperceptible.

That’s why at ITH we select the right equipment for the nature of the project. In the case of critical networks, such as security systems or server rooms, we only use equipment with active centering.

But after all, it’s only one cable, right?

Well, no. Fiber optic welding is one of the most critical stages of the entire project. The quality of these connections determines whether:

• The data will arrive without delay,

• The network will not get “lost.”

• monitoring will not lose the image,

• Smart building systems will not start “going crazy.”

Many contractors treat this as a technical stage to “tick off”. We – as a stage where the customer’s confidence in the installation is built.

ITH – from welding to KNX systems

At ITH, we don’t end our work at the “welding and measuring” stage. We build networks from A to Z – from groundwork to structural networks to security systems and smart buildings.

What does this mean in practice?

• You can have us do the whole project: welding, wiring, PABX connection, monitoring, alarms and KNX building automation.

• You get one company, one contact, one service – and full responsibility on our part.

• We always take as-built measurements and provide documentation.

We advise you right from the planning stage of your investment. We’ll help you select components, design your network and make sure everything works for decades. For larger projects, we also help you select a set of products – from couplers, patchcords and switches, to splicers and active components – so that the whole system works reliably for years.

Fiber optic welding in good hands

Fiber optics is the backbone of modern communications – in offices, production halls, hotels, hospitals. And just as you don’t build a house on cracking foundations, it’s not worth building a network on shoddy connections. That’s why at ITH we take care of every weld, every socket, every inch of cable.

Want to talk about how to build a fiber network that just works? Get in touch with us. See what we are able to offer you and how many years of warranty we provide for our services.