Choosing the right type of fiber optic transceiver is not easy. You can approach the selection process by reviewing the device as a single entity or you can explore the fiber cable separately. Either way, you need to be aware of what's needed for your application to work optimally. If you know what you need to edge out the competition, you'll be in a better position when you're speaking with representatives about the fiber optic cable. Here's what you should consider:

Which Fiber Mode That's Required
There are two basic types of fiber: multimode fiber and single-mode fiber. Multimode fiber will allow each signal to travel on more than one pathway at one time, which is best designed for short transmission distances, and is suited for use in LAN systems and video surveillance. Single-mode fiber is best designed for longer transmission distances, which is used in applications that n ... Read more »