Chapter 14 and 15 - Safety and Communication System Basics Flashcards
What laser has the lowest risk of injury?
Class 1
Where should you dispose of fiber debris?
Bottle clearly labeled with “For Fiber Waste Only”
What laser classification designates a retina-safe laser?
Class 1
What safety form must be available for review when working with chemicals?
MSDS
What does the spectral width of a pulse do?
It affects optical dispersion
What are the main limitations of LEDs?
It’s wide spectral width
What type of laser has obsoleted the use of LEDs in fiber optic systems?
VCSEL 850 nm
What term describes the types of fiber’s used in VCSELs?
Laser optimized
If the amount of received light at the receiver is to great, what must be done to resolve the problem?
Attenuator