Understanding Multimode Fiber: A Guide to OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4, and OM5
In the realm of optical fiber communications, multimode fiber (MMF) has long been the workhorse for short-distance, high-bandwidth applications within buildings, data centers, and campuses. To standardize performance, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) have classified MMF into categories denoted as OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4, and OM5. These designations…
