White Papers

[White Paper] Understanding Mode Field Diameter (MFD) in Hyperscale and AI Data Centers

This white paper examines Mode Field Diameter (MFD), its importance and more.

[White Paper] Microbending Loss in Single-Mode Fiber for Hyperscale and AI Data Centers

This white paper explores the real-world impact of microbending in fiber network deployments.

[White Paper] Overview of AFL Motion Control Products

AFL has many different motion control products that serve a unique purposes and can differ in application. Read more to get an overview of the different series within the motion control product line.

Terrain Effects on Overhead Line Vibration

This white paper examines how varying terrains impact overhead line vibrations and outlines AFL's terrain categories to simplify selection and improve line design for diverse environmental conditions.

[White Paper] Swage Grounding Accessories Advantages over Exothermic Welded Connections

This white paper explores the advantages that swage grounding accessories provide over exothermic welded connections in electrical grounding systems.

ADSS Advantages Over Strand and Lash Fiber Cables for Building an Electric Utility Network

This white paper explores some of the advantages of using ADSS cable, as opposed to a strand and lash fiber cable, for aerial electric utility applications.

Leveraging the Supply Zone to Enable Broadband Deployment

This white paper focuses on how ADSS’s self-supporting capability, reliability and cost-effectiveness and FTTx buildouts can enhance communication infrastructure for grid modernization efforts.

The Need for Optical Fiber in the Modern Electric Grid

This white paper explores why optical fiber is essential to building a more resilient, modern electric grid.

Meeting the Unique Challenges of FTTx Deployment

This white paper provides an overview of FTTx PON architectures, identifies test challenges unique to FTTx PONs, and describes optical tests recommended to verify or troubleshoot FTTx PONs.

[White Paper] Key Considerations for a SAFER Fiber Network in Data Center White Space

This white paper explores the SAFER methodology that helps data centers design and build their white space infrastructure to be energy-efficient, easily accessible, flexible, expandable and reliable.

Executive Summary: Building a SAFER Access Network

In this Executive Summary, AFL's Josh Simer explains challenges and opportunities in network operations today and discussed ways to install and maintain a SAFE fiber network.

Fiber Bundling Technique: String Bundles vs. Stripes

Refer to this white paper for a more user-friendly fiber bundling process that incorporates colored string binders that follow the standard color code instead of stripes.

Single Jacket vs Double Jacket ADSS Fiber Optic Cable (Australia Market)

The white paper explores the advantages and typical applications of single-jacket and double-jacket ADSS cable designs.

Repair Accessories for Damaged Stranded Aluminum Conductors

This white paper discusses the two methods AFL offers to repair transmission conductors when some of the aluminum stranding has been impaired or severed.

How to Properly Select Bonding Wire Assembly

[White Paper] How to Properly Select Copperclad Steel

This white paper covers the advantages and disadvantages for AFL Copperclad Steel (CCS) cables as well as sizing methods.

[SCTE Standards Journal] Workforce Shortage? Technology To The Rescue

AFL technical paper in SCTE Standards Journal summarizes recent improvements in technology that can help installers successfully complete more work with less skilled workers.

AFL Compounds - Applications in Transmission Compression Accessories

This white paper details AFL compounds for applications in transmission compression accessories for standard operating temperatures and for elevated operating temperatures.

[White Paper] Advantages of AFL TAPLINK® Wedge Connectors

This white paper covers three distinct advantages of using AFL's TAPLINK wedge connectors when compared to alternate connectors.