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Cleaning Connections for Accurate Measurements

Figure 6-4. A dirty endface from poor cleaning

Repeated connections made without removing loose particles, or using improper cleaning tools can lead to physical damage of the glass fiber endface, as shown in Figure 6-4. When severe, the damage on one connector end can be transferred to another good connector that comes in contact with it.

Figure 6-5. A damaged fiber end from using an improper cleaning procedure

The cure for these problems is disciplined connector care. as described in the following list and in “Cleaning Connections for Accurate Measurements” on page 6-10.

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