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Precision Fiber Products is a leader in fiber optic innovation, offering top-tier solutions designed for unmatched performance and reliability. Our commitment to excellence and advanced engineering ensures our products meet the highest industry standards. With a focus on surpassing customer expectations, we provide the technology you need for seamless connectivity and communication. To become a recognized global leader in providing fiber optic interconnect solutions to the Medical, Industrial, and Telecom industries. OUR MISSION OUR MISSION To become a brand name, Global Leader in providing fiber optic interconnect solutions to the Medical, Industrial, and Telecom industries. This is a space to share more about the business: who's behind it, what it does and what this site has to offer. It’s an opportunity to tell the story behind the business or describe a special service or product it offers. You can use this section to share the company history or highlight a particular feature that sets it apart from competitors. Let the writing speak for itself. Keep a consistent tone and voice throughout the website to stay true to the brand image and give visitors a taste of the company’s values and personality. For us, customer satisfaction is our priority. Our commitment is to meet or exceed customer expectations in product quality and on-time delivery. Quality Policy 1. Micro Mechanical Engineering: Expertise in detailed and precise mechanical engineering at a micro scale. 2. Micro Drilling: Specialization in precise micro drilling processes. 3. Micro Polishing and Finishing: Industry-renowned capabilities in micro polishing and finishing, with patented systems and a history of innovation. 4. Testing at Micron/Sub-micron Levels: Proficiency in conducting detailed testing at micron and sub-micron levels. 5. Product Development: Strong focus on developing innovative products. 6. Design and Manufacturing of Fiber Interconnect Products: Expertise in creating cutting-edge fiber interconnect solutions. 7. Advanced Manufacturing and Machining: Comprehensive capabilities in micro machining, CNC lathe/mill operations, wire EDM, DD grinding, and 3D printing. 8. Design and Manufacturing of Copper Cable and Assembly Products: Extensive experience in copper cable and assembly product design and manufacturing. 9. Marketing: Effective marketing strategies and initiatives. 10. Sales and Customer Service: Strong focus on sales excellence and superior customer service. 11. Logistics, Procurement, and Inventory Control: Efficient management of logistics, procurement, and inventory for optimized operations. PFP’s Core Competencies: 2003 ● Developed Polishing System APC Line for Senko Advanced – Intellectual property transfer. ● Incorporated company and built R&D staff in San Jose, CA (Silicon Valley). 2004 ● Designed MM Interconnect Line of products. 2005 ● Invested in a Chinese factory for high-quality, cost-efficient manufacturing of plastic and metal components. 2010 ● Developed a line of products for Optogenetic Testing. 2011 ● Built a USA management team for global expansion. 2012 ● Expanded manufacturing groups worldwide. 2013 ● Expanded customer base worldwide. 2014 ● Built Sales and Marketing groups for global expansion of customer base. 2015 ● Developed 100% concentricity and ID bore testing capability. ● Built a Mexico Management team for economical manufacturing to support an ever-growing global customer base. 2017 ● Invested in a Mexican factory in Rosarito Beach for high-quality, cost-efficient manufacturing of connectivity products. 2018 ● Expanded Warehouse/Distribution in San Diego, CA. ● Increased Mexican Manufacturing volumes to support the global market. 2019 ● Added Executive offices in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. ● Invested in a China Factory to greatly improve our high-quality, cost-efficient manufacturing process. ● Achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification. 2020 ● Trademark approved for MT Spectacular and MPO Spectacular for our Global Marketing of 5G interconnect products. ● Filed the provisional patent application for our MT Spectacular Polishing System. ● Created a management team in India for Global Sales & Marketing. ● Awarded 3M Distributorship for the Global Market. ● Awarded Sticklers Distributorship for the Global Market. 2021 ● Applied for the final Global Patent for our MT Spectacular Polishing System. ● Created the Latin American Sales & Marketing Team. 2022 ● ISO Certification Renewal. Achievements Operational Excellence This is a space to share more about the business: who's behind it, what it does and what this site has to offer. It’s an opportunity to tell the story behind the business or describe a special service or product it offers. You can use this section to share the company history or highlight a particular feature that sets it apart from competitors. Let the writing speak for itself. Keep a consistent tone and voice throughout the website to stay true to the brand image and give visitors a taste of the company’s values and personality. WHO WE ARE Meet the Founders CEO SARAH SUAREZ This is the space to introduce the business’s team and what makes it special. VPE MIKE DENG This is the space to introduce the business’s team and what makes it special. CTO REAY FINIGAN This is the space to introduce the business’s team and what makes it special. PRESS Volaso in the News This is the space to introduce visitors to the business or brand. Briefly explain who's behind it, what it does and what makes it unique. Share its core values and what this site has to offer. Precision Fiber Products, Inc. (PFP) specializes in interconnect components for Medical Fiber Optics and offers expertise in polishing, testing, and measurement of Fiber Optic interconnect products for Telecom and Industrial Fiber Optics. Our global presence with facilities in the US, Mexico, and China positions us for continued growth, offering high-quality products at reasonable prices. Through persistence and innovation, we have become known in the industry for our high-quality products, excellent customer service, and competitive pricing. We have earned the trust of over 1,000 global customers, both large and small, each with a variety of unique and exacting requirements. Being ISO 9001:2015 compliant, we continue demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards in quality and customer satisfaction Our Locations 2019, Cabo San Lucas. Added Executive offices in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. 2017, Rosarito Beach. Invested in Mexican Factory in Rosarito Beach for high quality / low cost manufacturing of connectivity product 2020, Bangalore India. Created a management team in India for Global Sales & Marketing 2018, San Diego CA. Expanded Warehouse / Distribution in San Diego CA. Increasen Mexican Manufacturing volumes to support the global market 2019, Dongguan China Built China facility to gratly improve our high quality / low cost manufacturing process 1. Honest Business Practices: Commitment to integrity and ethical dealings in all our business transactions. 2. Respectful Human Treatment: Ensuring dignity and respect in all interactions with employees, contractors, and partners. 3. Safe and Peaceful Work Environments: Prioritizing the safety and well-being of our workforce. 4. Efficiency-Oriented Culture: Embracing a 'work smarter, not harder' approach for productivity and innovation. 5. 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Connecting Innovation with Automation Spectacular® Performance MT Spectacular® Ferrules View a 3D model Check here for the datasheets of some of our Ferrules Data Sheet MMMT Data_Sheet_MMMT-XX-X-X Data Sheet SMMT Data_Sheet_SMMT-XX-X-X Brochure View Brochure MT Spectacular® Connectors Check here for the datasheets of some of our Fiber Optic Connectors Data Sheet SMMPO Data_Sheet_SMMPO-X-X-XX-XXX-X-XX-XXX-X-X-XX Data Sheet MMMPO Data_Sheet_MMMPO-X-X-XX-X-XX-XXX Brochure View Brochure View a 3D model LC Connectors Check here for the datasheet of our Specialty Fibers Data Sheet MMLCU Data_Sheet_MMLCU-XXXX-X-XXX-X- Data Sheet SMLCU Data_Sheet_SMLCU-XXXX-X-XXX Brochure View Brochure View a 3D model LC Stackables Adapters Check here for the datasheet of our Hybrid Medical Cable Data Sheet PFP-LCADP Data_Sheet_PFP-LCADP-XX-XX-XX Brochure View Brochure View a 3D model

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Selecting the right fiber optic connector is key to achieving optimal network performance. Precision Fiber Products guides you through the choices, ensuring compatibility, efficiency, and reliability in your connectivity solutions. Reach us at customerservice@pfpfiber.com Choosing A Fiber Optic Connector Fiber optic connectors provide a critical piece of infrastructure for telecommunications, Datacom processes, precision measurement equipment, and lasers, among other applications. Ferrules are an important component of fiber optic connectors, making precision alignment of fibers possible. Fiber optic connectors use light to transmit information. Secure, precise connections between fibers are essential to high-quality, reliable transmissions. Ferrules make those connections possible, ensuring that the fibers align properly and that the connection isn’t thrown off by jolts, bumps, or other forms of interference. In fiber optic connections, two critical factors their users must worry about are insertion loss and reflection loss. Insertion loss refers to a loss of signal power resulting from the way fibers connect. Reflection loss, or return loss, refers to a loss of signal power resulting from a portion of the signal being reflected back to its source. When choosing fiber optic connectors, users must consider how much insertion and reflection loss is acceptable, and what connector will most effectively and cheaply keep them within this range. In fiber optic connectors, the fiber end being connected is encased in a 2.5 mm ferule, typically made of ceramic, metal, or a composite material. The tips of the connectors are polished to create a rounded surface. This smooth surface allows fibers being connected to touch only at their cores, creating a better quality connection. How the connector is polished is important to its quality. Manufacturers often have several grades of polish for connectors. The higher the grade of polish used, the less insertion loss and lower back-reflection the fiber optic connection will have. Fiber Optic Connectors PC Polish – This form of polish is used to reduce connector loss resulting from gaps between fiber ends. This is the original polish used. Insertion loss remains an issue for connectors polished in this manner. UPC Polish – UPC polish requires advanced polishing techniques, and it also adjusts the curvature at ferrule ends to reduce return loss. UPC polish is now used widely for single mode connectors. It is not used for multimode fibers, however. APC & SPC Polish - For applications that need to have little back-reflection, manufacturers will polish the end-face of the fiber at an angle. This polishing method will ensure that light reflecting from the interface won’t reverse course. The angle will cause reflected light to exit the fiber core. Angle-polished connectors should not be mated with non-angle-polished connectors, as this will cause a high level of insertion loss. Fiber optic ferrules are typically made of ceramic, metal, or composite materials. Each material has its benefits and drawbacks. Ferules are typically the most costly component of a fiber optic adapter, often accounting for about 80 percent of its full cost. Ceramic ferrule sleeves are typically easier for manufacturers to precisely mold and align to the fiber, making them best suited for single-mode cable connections. Because manufacturers are able to create a closer fit, these ferrules provide a much lower optical loss than ferrules made from other materials. Ceramic ferrule sleeves are used for the most vital network connections, like high-security networks or connections in wiring closets. Ferrule Types Ferrules made of metal, bronze for instance, are more durable than ceramic ferrules, but they often do not offer the same level of precision alignment as their ceramic cousins. Drilling an accurate hole through the metal ferrule sleeve can be difficult, and that can result in less accurate fiber alignment. The use of watch-jeweled centering improves alignment, but overall, metal ferrule sleeves are better suited for multimode fiber applications where absolute alignment isn’t crucial. Composite ferrules act as a great compromise material. Less expensive than ceramic ferrules, these ferrules also provide a greater level of precision than metal ferrules. When selecting ferrule materials and polish types for fiber optic connectors, manufactures should consider the type of application they’re using the connectors for, as well as their needs with regard to insertion loss and other obstacles to fiber optic signal quality. Makers of fiber optic connections can help guide manufacturers toward the least expensive and most effective option for their needs. Contact Us OUR MISSION Back to Resources

Connecting Innovation with Automation Spectacular® Performance Specialty Ferrules View a 3D model Check here for the datasheets of some of our Ferrules Data Sheet MM-FER905-303 Data Sheet _MM-FER905-303-XXXX Data Sheet MM-FER2007-303 Data Sheet _MM-FER2007-303-XXXX Data Sheet MM-FER905 Data Sheet _MM-FER905-XXXX Data Sheet MM-FER2006-304 Data Sheet _MM-FER2006-304-XXXX Data Sheet MM-FER2006 Data Sheet _MM-FER2006-XXXX Data Sheet MM-FER2007C Data Sheet _MM-FER2007C-XXXX Brochure View Brochure Specialty Connectors Check here for the datasheets of some of our Fiber Optic Connectors Data Sheet MM-CON905 Data Sheet MM-CON905-XXXX Data Sheet MM-CON905CZ-SS Data_Sheet_MM-CON905CZ-SS-XXXX Data Sheet MM-CON2004-SS Data_Sheet_MM-CON2004-SS-XXXX Data Sheet PM-CON1005 Data Sheet PM-CON1005-XXXX Data Sheet PM-CON1007S Data Sheet PM-CON1007S-XXXX Data Sheet PM-CON1007C Data_Sheet_PM-CON1007C Brochure View Brochure View a 3D model Specialty Fibers Check here for the datasheet of our Specialty Fibers Data Sheet SI20 Data_Sheet_SI20-XX-X-XXX Brochure View Brochure Hybrid Medical Cable Check here for the datasheet of our Hybrid Medical Cable Data Sheet FF6-900-AWG-WHI Data_Sheet_FF6-900-AWG-WHI Brochure View Brochure View a 3D model

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Gain insights into our rigorous manufacturing and quality control processes, designed to ensure superior performance. Learn how our technology can elevate your projects to new levels of efficiency and precision. Visit us to learn how we can work together to transform your challenges into opportunities. We look forward to seeing you! Additionally, we will be unveiling one of our new innovative developments through a demonstration video: a solution designed to bring automation and effectiveness to your production processes. This cutting-edge advancement combines our expertise in precision engineering with state-of-the-art technologies to help you optimize resources and maximize outcomes. High Quality Fiber Optic Supplies for Every Industry Application Fiber Optic Products for Telecom In the telecommunications industry, fiber optics play a fundamental role in driving innovation. Components such as connectors, adapters, and fiber optic splicers, among others, are essential for advancing connectivity. Learn More Fiber Optic Products for Medical / Industrial Fiber optics in the medical and industrial industries bring significant advantages such as increased precision and reliability, immunity to interference, capacity for miniaturization, and long durability, playing a crucial role in enabling significant technological advancements. Learn More The Importance of Fiber Optic Products in Modern Telecommunications Fiber optic cables are the backbone of modern telecommunications, enabling the transmission of data at high speeds with unmatched reliability. This cutting-edge technology utilizes glass or plastic fibers to transmit light signals, offering bandwidth quality that is vastly superior to traditional copper connections. As a result, fiber optic products deliver higher speed, stability, and security—key attributes for telecommunications, data networks, and high-definition video transmission. Fiber Optic Products: The Future of Global Connectivity In today’s digital landscape, fiber optic products are at the forefront of global technology. With the ever-increasing demand for faster, more stable, and secure connections—particularly with the rise of remote work, online education, and IoT (Internet of Things) applications—fiber optic cable is the essential technology to meet these needs. Different fiber cable types cater to various requirements, ensuring that there is a fiber optic solution for every scenario, from high-speed internet to complex network infrastructures. Choosing the Right Fiber Optic Products for Your Network If you're in the market for fiber optic products, such as cable internet or new communication solutions, it's essential to stay informed on the latest trends and technologies. Understanding the different fiber optic connectors and their applications can make a significant difference in the performance of your network. Fiber optic products are not only the present of connectivity but also the future of global communication. Follow us customerservice@pfpfiber.com Tel: +1 408-946-4040 1021 Bay Blvd, Ste D, Chula Vista, CA 91911 Don’t miss any updates Subscribe now and get exclusive updates on our fiber optic products, special promotions, and more. Be part of the innovation! Subscribe

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Fiber optic cables are the backbone of next-gen connectivity, delivering unmatched speed and reliability. Precision Fiber Products crafts premium cables that guarantee fast, efficient data transmission for the future of communication. Fiber Optic Cables Are The Way Of The Future For Cable And The Internet As fiber optic technology continues to revolutionize the telecommunication and data capabilities of a range of industries, the average individual may not understand the advantages that fiber optic technology provides for us in our everyday life. In fact, fiber optic technology has been a part of daily life for many years, although most of us may not be aware of its impact. To better understand the advantages and capabilities of fiber optic technology, we’ll outline a few basics touch points of fiber optics and their contribution to our everyday lives. Fiber optic technology utilizes highly flexible, transparent fiber comprised of extruded glass or plastic to transmit data. A fiber optic cable incorporates glass threads as thin as human hair, each of which is able to transmit messages modulated into light waves. Although these cables are made with glass, they are highly durable and have the ability to be quite malleable. Covering the glass cables is a special protective coating called cladding. Cladding is made from a material that can reflect light back into the core of the cable, creating a mirror-like wall. A final layer is used as a buffer coating to further protect the glass cable from damage. What are Fiber Optic? Today, fiber optic technology is used in many places on a routine basis. The inherent flexibility of fiber optic cables makes them highly advantageous for use in long-distance communications. Compared to electric cables, fiber optic cables are able to transmit with minimal offsetting. Though fiber optics usage continues to expand as we move into the future, this highly convenient technology remains fundamental for a range of applications such as: ● Data storage for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and domestic uses ● Military networking for aircraft, submarines, and other vehicles ● Medical imaging, light guiding and laser surgery ● Industrial imaging for difficult areas, sensory, and measurement purposes ● Broadcast networking for wiring CATV, internet, video-on-demand and other clients What Are The Uses Of Fiber Optic Technology? Benefits of Optic Fibers Vs. Traditional Metallic Wiring Besides the fact that conventional metallic wiring is far more expensive to produce, fiber optics deliver a superior amount of quality, convenience, and durability currently unmatched in telecommunication technology. Although the majority of our practical applications in the past used metallic wiring, fiber optics technology is rapidly growing and seems likely to stay for generations to come. We’ve included a few advantages that optic fibers have over metallic wiring below: Digital signaling - Optical fibers are suited naturally to accommodate digital information, a dominant form of data that we use for computer networks. Optimized Capacity - Copper or metal wires are very thick, and are unable to be as portable or flexible as fiber optic wires due to the fiber’s hair-like thinness. This allows fiber optic wires to optimize carrying capacity, allowing more channels to be available in any given area. Signal Integrity – Losing signal is far less common with fiber optics. Especially considering the majority of transmitted data is digital. The core of the optic fiber cable is made of glass, rendering the signal immune against electrometric interference, crosstalk, impedance issues, and more. Affordable – The production of optical cables are less expensive than the production of copper wire. When considering the advantages and capabilities of fiber optics in comparison to metallic wiring, the affordability increases the value of usage over copper wire immensely. Light Signaling – Where metallic wiring utilizes analog, electrical signals, optic fibers utilize light. This means that one fiber does not interfere with another fiber within the same wire, allowing for a clearer signal during phone calls or while using the internet. Flexibility – The usage of fiber optic technology is highly adaptable to many industries. Telecommunications and computer networking specifically, which utilize fiber optics to maintain performance, are used frequently as essential parts of modern living. Optic fiber cables are also immune to environmental damage, protecting them against temperature fluctuations that could otherwise damage metallic wires. In addition, optic fiber wires can be submerged in water, allowing them to reach destinations otherwise impossible for copper cables. In today’s world, many businesses and individuals rely on a dependable and proficient connection to perform their daily tasks. Fiber optic technology delivers service on a level of quality that commercial organizations and industries recognize. In fact, the majority of these industry leaders have moved onto fiber optic technology as it continues to make its way throughout all areas of telecommunication. The expansion of fiber optics within internet services, television, streaming media, network gaming, social media, and more, has made a profound impact in what both individuals and organizations have the ability to do. Fiber optic technology will continue to offer many more opportunities to provide users with affordable, more convenient, and higher quality data communication. Overview Increased Safety – Optic fiber cables do not use electricity, and therefore there is no chance of sparking or fire hazards. customerservice@pfpfiber.com Tel: +1 408-946-4040 1021 Bay Blvd, Ste D, Chula Vista, CA 91911 Don’t miss any updates Subscribe now and get exclusive updates on our fiber optic products, special promotions, and more. Be part of the innovation! Subscribe

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Privacy Policy The explanations and information provided on this page are only general and high-level explanations and information on how to write your own document of a Privacy Policy. You should not rely on this article as legal advice or as recommendations regarding what you should actually do, because we cannot know in advance what are the specific privacy policies you wish to establish between your business and your customers and visitors. We recommend that you seek legal advice to help you understand and to assist you in the creation of your own Privacy Policy. A LEGAL DISCLAIMER PRIVACY POLICY - THE BASICS Having said that, a privacy policy is a statement that discloses some or all of the ways a website collects, uses, discloses, processes, and manages the data of its visitors and customers. It usually also includes a statement regarding the website’s commitment to protecting its visitors’ or customers’ privacy, and an explanation about the different mechanisms the website is implementing in order to protect privacy. Different jurisdictions have different legal obligations of what must be included in a Privacy Policy. You are responsible to make sure you are following the relevant legislation to your activities and location. WHAT TO INCLUDE IN THE PRIVACY POLICY Generally speaking, a Privacy Policy often addresses these types of issues: the types of information the website is collecting and the manner in which it collects the data; an explanation about why is the website collecting these types of information; what are the website’s practices on sharing the information with third parties; ways in which your visitors an customers can exercise their rights according to the relevant privacy legislation; the specific practices regarding minors’ data collection; and much much more. To learn more about this, check out our article “Creating a Privacy Policy ”. Privacy Policy We do not sell, trade or share your information to anyone outside of our company, without your expressed permission. Legal details to please the lawyers: Precision Fiber Products, Inc. has created this Privacy Statement in order to demonstrate our commitment to privacy. This privacy notice applies to our services available under the domain of www.precisionfiberproducts.com and all information collected or submitted by online services operated by Precision Fiber Products Inc. Please be advised that this Privacy Statement does not apply to the practices of companies that Precision Fiber Products, Inc. does not own or control, or to people that Precision Fiber Products, Inc. does not employ or manage. Precision Fiber Products, Inc. employees may see your personal information when you order products or services from us. In addition, your graphics or personal account information may be seen by Precision Fiber Products, Inc. employees in order to evaluate, validate, or correct problems with your account, and in the course of maintaining and ensuring proper administration of the business and website. Collected Information. Precision Fiber Products, Inc. collects personal information online when: You submit questions or comments to us You request information, quotes, or materials You register products online You participate in online surveys You participate in online promotions You request we send information to your friends, family and colleagues. The type of information collected may include name, address, phone number, billing and delivery information, e-mail address, gift recipient information, credit card information, login information for Precision Fiber Products, Inc. or partner services, and other demographic information. We may also collect general information about your computer, such as its operating system, screen resolution, web browser, etc. How does Precision Fiber Products, Inc. use collected personal information? Our primary goal in collecting your customer information is to provide you with a personalized, relevant, user-friendly experience on the websites. Here are the ways we use Customer Information to enhance this experience: We use your information to communicate with you. We use your email address to inform you of product improvements, feature announcements, newsletters, and Precision Fiber Products, Inc. promotional offers that may be of interest to you. From time to time, we may also directly contact some of our users via email or phone to conduct market research which will help us improve future versions of our products. Only Precision Fiber Products, Inc. employees will ever have the authority to contact you directly. If you do not wish to receive these communications, you may always "opt out" by contacting us at the address provided below. (If you opt out of promotional communications, we will still contact you in response to specific requests or transactions that you initiate. For example, you will still receive emailed receipts for your online purchases and responses to your technical support requests.) We use your information to provide you with products and services that you have requested. For example, if you purchase merchandise through our store, we will use your billing and credit card information to charge you for the merchandise, the shipping address to deliver the merchandise, and your email address and/or phone number to inform you about the status of your order and contact you if there are any issues processing it. When you interact with one of our partners through our website or software, we may share your information with that partner. We use data about the use of our systems to monitor their proper operation, and to help us maintain and improve our products and services. We use aggregated, anonymous data about our users as a group to help understand our business and communicate it to our partners. Your information, however, will never be personally identifiable when aggregated for these purposes. Information Collected through Use of Cookies and Other Technologies. Precision Fiber Products, Inc.' servers automatically receive and record data from visitor browsers and online communications from our software, including computer IP (Internet Protocol) addresses and other information through the use of cookies. This information is collected about thousands of site visits and analyzed as a whole. This analysis looks for trends among many visitors to www.precisionfiberproducts.com or other Precision Fiber Products, Inc. sites, and determines which parts of the site are accessed most frequently and what information visitors find most valuable. We may also collect and record information about what you viewed on our websites. We may use this type of information and combine it with your personal information to help customize our future interactions with you. In doing so, we hope to provide better service to you by tailoring our communications to match your interests. With whom does Precision Fiber Products, Inc. share Customer Information? Our primary goal in sharing your information with third parties is to provide you with products and services you have requested. We only share your information with your expressed permission. When you order products, you are giving your expressed permission to share required information with third parties in order to process and fulfill your order. Here are the ways we may share Customer Information with third parties: With third party intermediaries (for example, credit card authorization companies, photo processing labs, merchandise distributors, shipping services, etc.) who help us run the our services and the websites. Your information is provided to these third parties solely for the purpose of providing you the services you request at the time that you request them. Third party intermediaries do not store, retain, access or otherwise use your information other than as necessary to provide you with the Precision Fiber Products, Inc. products and services. Security. Our site has security measures in place to protect the loss, misuse and alteration of the information under our control. We use a variety of security technologies and procedures to help protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. To that end, we have put in place appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online. Links to Other Sites. Our website may contain links to other sites. Precision Fiber Products, Inc. is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of such other web sites. Children's Privacy. Protecting the online privacy of children is especially important, and federal law protects those under the age of 13. For that reason, Precision Fiber Products, Inc. does not knowingly permit children under the age of 13 to become registered members of our sites, or to buy goods and services on our sites, without verifiable parental consent. Precision Fiber Products, Inc. does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information about children under 13, except with their parent's express consent. Changes in this Privacy Statement. Precision Fiber Products, Inc. reserves the right to modify this privacy notice from time to time, by posting a prominent announcement on this page. We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Statement to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. Your continued use of the service constitutes your agreement to this Privacy Statement and any updates. Contacting Precision Fiber Products, Inc. If you have any questions about our Privacy Statement or our privacy and security practices, you can contact us at: Precision Fiber Products, Inc. Attn. Privacy Compliance 1021 Bay Blvd, Ste D, Chula Vista, CA 91911 Please note that this address is for privacy and security matters only. 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Shipping & Returns SHIPPING RETURNS We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations. When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page. Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound. You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.). You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days). If you need to return an item, we urge you to contact our customer service team. Our representatives will guide you in detail through the necessary steps to complete the return process. customerservice@pfpfiber.com Tel: +1 408-946-4040

Ultrasonic cleaning is essential for optimal fiber optic performance, using sound waves to safely remove contaminants. Precision Fiber Products relies on this method for pristine, reliable ferrules, for example. The Importance Of Ultrasonic Cleaning Since its development in the 1970s , fiber optic communication has revolutionized the way information is sent and received. The method is achieved by transmitting pulses of light down an optical fiber, which then forms a carrier waveform that is modulated to send a signal. Due to the narrow diameter of the fiber, fiber optic connectors must be cleaned in order to remain effective. A contaminated fiber connection may eventually cause failure of the component, and in some cases, the entire system. Even common microscopic debris such as dirt or dust can block optical signals from being transmitted. Additionally, certain particles can damage the glass surface, creating unnecessary downtime and costly servicing. Common Debris Found on Connectors ●Dust and Dirt : Dirt and dust are common contaminants found on connectors. Virtually unavoidable, dirt and dust can be can be spread airborne or by human touch. ●Oil : Oil is often found on connectors as a result of contact with human skin. Human skin produces naturally occurring oils that will contaminate the connector if gloves are not worn. Additionally, if lubricants such as WD-40 are used, it will also cause contamination. ●Metallic Flakes : Fibers and connectors are often housed in plated metals. Even under normal usage, the plated metal may shed particles that can affect the connector. Furthermore, if the connector was wiped with a dry cloth, this will charge the connector, making it a magnet for the metal flakes. Why Fiber Optic Connectors Need to Be Cleaned The sensitive nature of optical fibers requires accuracy and a structured system to be in place when it’s cleaned. Operators should always inspect the fiber optic connectors before beginning the cleaning process. Cleaning Fiber Optics: Always Inspect Reminders about inspection: There are several options of cleaning fiber optics, including using lint free cotton swaps or compressed gas. However, when precision is required ultrasonic sonic cleaning has been the preferred method to wet-clean fiber optics. Advantageous for connectors in a fixed or in-house location, ultrasonic cleaning quickly and efficiently eliminates contaminates. Combined with a cleaning solution (usually isopropyl alcohol), fiber optic connectors are placed into the ultrasonic cleaner’s chamber along with its sleeve. The cleaner then uses a high ultrasound frequency to target dirt, oils, metallic particles, and other contaminates. The dirt and grime is then removed from the connectors and components without any damage or further contamination being done to them. Safe and cost-effective, many ultrasonic cleaners feature audible built-in timers and adjustable cleaning intensity levels, as well as temperature adjustment options. Ultrasonic Cleaning: The Preferred Method Below we’ve included a few general instructions on how to clean optical fibers using an ultrasonic cleaner. Depending on your specific connector, please be aware that not all instructions will be applicable. 1. Place connector under running water. 2. Rinse connector until it is clear of debris. 3. If your connector has removable parts or a sleeve, remove them based on the manufacturer’s directions. 4. Place connector and removed parts in the ultrasonic cleaner’s chamber. 5. Fill the chamber with the appropriate amount of solution. 6. Set the timer for the cleaner based on your connector type. This will generally be around one minute. 7. After the ultrasonic cleaning has been completed, dry the connector and its part with canned air. 8. Reassemble the connector and its components based on manufacturer’s directions. 9. As a final step, uses a fiberscope to inspect the connector for cleanliness before plugging it back it. Ultrasonic Cleaning: General Steps Before beginning a cleaning process, check with your connector manufacturer’s guidelines. Many manufacturers have their own guidelines and recommendations for properly cleaning their connectors. It is important that these guidelines be followed for the connector to be properly cleaned without any risk of damage. Never allow isopropyl alcohol to evaporate off the connector. Evaporated alcohol will leave residue on the connector which will require another session in the white cleaner. The alcohol may also seep into the crevices of the ferrule and damage the system upon reconnection. It is generally not recommended to place bulkheads or receptacles in your ultrasonic cleaner. Please refer to your manufacturer’s instructions. Ultrasonic Cleaning: Best Practices Reminders about inspection: As companies continue to expand their fiber optic networks, it’s important that system personnel members learn how to maintain fiber optic connectors for optimum long term usage. When used properly, ultrasonic cleaners are an effective way to keep connectors free of dust, oils, and metallic particles, while remaining cost effective and user friendly. Designed to clean optical fibers and components of a variety of sizes, an ultrasonic cleaner will easily accommodate your cleaning needs. Final Word