Why fusion splicing is the best method

Fusion splicing has been around for several decades, and it’s a trusted method for permanently fusing together the ends of two optical fibres to achieve a specific length or to repair a broken fibre link.

As fibre deployment continues to grow, fusion splicing is crossing into the enterprise infrastructure environment and it’s more critical now than ever to understand best practices around fusion splicing.

We break down why fusion splicing is the best method, as well as highlight important stages and processes involved in fusion splicing.

We also offer some important considerations when starting the fusion splicing process to achieve the best results.

What is fusion splicing?

Fusion splicing is the process of welding the ends of two optical fibres together using an electrical arc. The arc is precisely applied to join the two fibres together so that light passes through the fibres correctly, instead of scattered or reflected back by the splice.

Splicing a fibre optic cable requires added protection of the splice. By using a heat shrink which allows the splice and region surrounding it to be stronger than the original fibre, this is an effective method of adding secure protection.

Splicing involves a three-stage process, and it’s vital to understand each stage in order to evaluate why fusion splicing is the best method.