Multimode fiber (MMF) is a type of optical fiber that is made to carry multiple light rays or modes concurrently, each at a slightly different reflection angle within the fiber... moreMultimode fiber (MMF) is a type of optical fiber that is made to carry multiple light rays or modes concurrently, each at a slightly different reflection angle within the fiber core. This ability to hold multiple modes of light simultaneously is achieved by way of a larger core diameter compared to single-mode fiber (SMF), typically which range from 50 to 62.5 microns. This larger core enables easier alignment of light sources and connectors, making multimode fiber more cost-effective and easier to work well with for short-distance applications.Among the key advantages of multimode fiber is its ability to guide high bandwidth over short distances. This causes it to be well suited for use in local area networks (LANs), data centers, and other applications where high data transmission rates are required. MMF is commonly employed for distances up to 550 meters using LED-based equipment and up to 2 kilometers using laser-based equipment.Multimode fiber comes in different types, each using its own... less
