TIA-.3-D covers fiber optic cabling for higher speeds and longer distances.
Multimode fiber:
- OM: Gbps to m
- OM: Gbps to m
- OM: Wideband multiplexing
Single-mode fiber:
- OS: Up to km and beyond
Common connectors:
- LC: Small form factor, most common
- MPO/MTP: Multi-fiber for high density
When to use fiber:
- Distances over m
- Speeds above Gbps
- Between buildings
- High EMI environments