Fiber optic splitters are used in various areas, including active optical networks, passive optical networks, FTTX access networks, and measurement systems. Splitters are passive optical devices that divide or combine optical signals, and they come in various types, including power splitters, uneven splitters, and wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) splitters. In the backbone of modern Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) networks, optical splitters serve as the unsung heroes that enable cost-efficient connectivity for millions of subscribers. One important note is that splitting architectures should be seen as tools that can be mixed and matched to. Understanding Fiber Optic Splitters: Principles, Parameters, Types, Applications, and Future Trends 1.
[PDF Version]