What size cladding do the Corelink mechanical splices accommodate?

The correct answer is 125μm because this measurement corresponds to the standard cladding diameter used for most single-mode and multimode optical fibers in the telecommunications industry. The 125μm cladding diameter is critical for ensuring proper alignment during splicing processes, as it allows for efficient light transmission and minimizes signal loss.

Choosing the correct cladding size is essential in fiber optic installations, particularly when utilizing mechanical splices like those offered by Corelink, as these splices are designed to accommodate the most widely used fiber types that adhere to this standard cladding size. Splicing fibers with the correct cladding dimensions helps maintain optimal performance and reliability in the network. Other options, such as 100μm, 150μm, and 200μm, do not align with the most commonly utilized cladding dimensions and would therefore not be appropriate for Corelink mechanical splices.