Page 23 - Key Considerations for Choosing a Fiber Termination Method
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Mechanical Splice Pros and Cons
PROS
► Fastest field termination option
► Factory polished connector
► Limited waste/scrap
► Lower cost termination tool for some solutions
► Low risk of contamination for solutions where dust cap stays on
► Low skill set required
► Potentially no power/batteries required
CONS
► Higher loss and reflectance than fusion splice options
► Performance dependent on quality of the cleave (high quality cleaver recommended)
► Manufacturer specific
