Opening a fiber optic cable involves a careful process, primarily using the cable's rip cords to access the inner fibers. Here's a breakdown based on the provided reference material:
Steps to Open a Fiber Optic Cable
- Expose Rip Cords: The process begins by exposing the rip cords embedded within the cable's outer jacket.
- Remove Protective Gear: If you're wearing cut-proof gloves, it’s time to take them off before proceeding with the rip cords.
- Pull the Rip Cords: Using the exposed rip cords, pull them to create a tear or opening along the cable’s jacket. As shown in the video, pulling the rip cords is key to splitting the cable open.
- Peel Open the Cable: After the rip cords have created the initial opening, peel back the remaining jacket to fully expose the inner fiber optic strands.
Key Points to Remember
- Rip cords are vital to splitting the outer jacket.
- Cut-proof gloves are removed before using the rip cords.
- Peeling the jacket completes the opening process.
This method ensures that the delicate fiber optic strands are exposed without causing any damage.
