It is well known within the test and measurement industry that Optical Return Loss (ORL) degrades at a higher rate than Insertion Loss on a test cord that is actively being used. The ORL measurement is very sensitive to contamination, …
This set of tests was inspired by the desire to improve connector cleaning processes in a measurable way. The testing methodology was inspired by the 3M handheld electrostatic field meter, which was designed to measure the charge value (volts, V) …
Austin, Texas – Megladon Manufacturing Group, Ltd. announced today the release of a full suite of HLC Test Reference Cable products (TRCs) that are designed …
Daniel Hogberg: Megladon Innovates in the Fiber Optics Industry
I would like to take this opportunity to share with the Tyrex Family and friends some information about fiber optics and its influence on modern communications. My hope is that after …
Magladon Manufacturing, makers of HLC® fiber optic cable assemblies and other products, has been accepted into the Corning Cable Systems Cable Assembly House CAH Program. “We are excited about utilizing Corning Cable Systems fiber optic components for several of …
Megladon Manufacturing Group, Ltd. announces the deployment of its highly-regarded Bend Insensitive HLC™ Fiber Optic Patch Cables for use by network installers. The integration of HLC connectors and Bend Insensitive Glass have combined to produce one of the most reliable, …
The much-anticipated application of Megladon’s HLC process to small form factor (LC) connectors has cleared its first set of obstacles. The initial results have been very impressive. Megladon is now in the process of establishing repeat-ability and also testing samples …
The Megladon Manufacturing Group, Ltd. is awaiting final verification for a Core Process Patent on their “Hardened Lens Contact” (HLC) process. This process is unique to the fiber optic industry because it provides enhanced connectivity with higher performance. The …
Megladon has produced a new HLC termination that provides superior return loss performance for existing fiber optic connectors. Megladon’s new “HLC” fiber optic termination offers enhanced return loss performance. Megladon anticipates this patent-pending technology will result in lower bit error …