This document provides a guide to the two main methods of fiber optic splicing: mechanical splicing and fusion splicing. Mechanical splicing involves holding the fiber end cores together using an index matching gel in a mechanical splice unit, while fusion splicing prepares the fiber cables, precisely cleaves them, uses a splicer program to ensure accurate core alignment, and evaluates the quality of the splices. The guide outlines the basic steps for each splicing method.

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Step 1: Prepare your fiber optic cable.
Strip the cable neatly until you see its bare fiber.
Step 2: Cleave your fiber optic cable.
Use a good fiber cleaver to create a small cut
on your cable.
Step 3: Join the fibers mechanically
Hold the fiber end cores together by
using an index matching gel in
the mechanical splice unit.
Step 4: Protect the fiber
Seal shrink your cable’s tubing
to prevent moisture damage.
Step 1. Prepare the fiber cables.
Strip your cable’s fiber optic
jacket and use cleaners to clean
all the water-blocking materials.
Step 2: Cleave the fiber with a cleaver.
Cut your cables precisely with a
reliable cleaver.
Step 3: Run the splicer program.
Inspect your fiber end cleaves and
ensure accurate core alignment
with a good splicer program.
Step 4: Evaluate the quality of
your splices.
Inspect the quality of your splices
to optimize your company’s
network experience.