Summary

This Recommendation describes the main features of fibre optic branching devices, in terms of types, field of application, configurations, principles of operation and technical aspects.

Further, this Recommendation examines the optical, mechanical and environmental characteristics of fibre optic branching devices, advising on general requirements and test methods.

While taking into account Recommendation G.671, as far as the transmission parameters are concerned, this Recommendation is based on the most recent work carried out within IEC 86B Working Groups 4, 6 and 7, namely the future IEC 61753-2-3 and the IEC 61300-series.