The repeatability and return loss of fiber optic connectors may be affected by the environment, depending on the type and extent of the environment.
Repeatability typically refers to the stability of the connector's connection performance after multiple insertions and removals, while return loss refers to the loss caused by the reflection of signals at the connector interface. These properties may be affected by the following environmental factors:
Temperature: temperature changes may cause the connector material expansion or contraction, which affects the quality and stability of connector plugging.
Humidity: High humidity environments may lead to corrosion of the connector interface, which can affect the performance of the connector.
Dust and dirt: In environments where dust, dirt and other impurities are present, these impurities may enter the connector interface and affect the performance of the connector.
Vibration and shock: In vibration and shock environments, connectors may loosen, thus affecting connector insertion and removal and performance.
Therefore, when choosing to use fiber optic connectors, environmental factors should be considered and appropriate precautions should be taken, such as the use of waterproof, dustproof, vibration-proof connectors to ensure the repeatability of the connector and the stability of the return loss.
