Re: Source of optical fiber

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Original poster: Yurtle Turtle <yurtle_t@xxxxxxxxx>

Can you use fiber optic patch cables?

http://www.lanshack.com/Fiber-Optic-Patch-Cables-C12.aspx

Adam

--- Tesla list <tesla@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Original poster: Finn Hammer <f-h@xxxx>
>
> All,
>
> I am trying to find a source for the so called
> industrial standard 1000µm optic fiber, Which is
> a 1mm diametre PMMA fiber with an 2.2mmOD
> polyethylene jacket.
>
> This is the only place I have found, that sells a
> spool:
>
http://www.moritexusa.com/products/product_category.php?plid=4&pcid=25
>
> Despite it`s being industry standard and all, I
> find it hard to find a source, so I suppose I am
> approaching it the wrong way.
>
> Any pointers to a supplier is welcomed.
>
> Cheers, Finn Hammer
>
> PS. I have used toslink cable with the plugs cut
> off, but need to make longer runs than available
> as audio interconnects. (which I also assume to be
> too expensive.)
>
>
>