Fiber Optic Project Costs
One of the most important aspects of a fiber optic project, from concept to operation, is cost. Proper concepts and decisions can make a big difference in costs. Let’s test your fiber optic financial knowledge.
1. The largest cost factor in a fiber optic project is _______.
Correct Answer: Designing the project
2. The least expensive method of installing fiber optic cable plant is usually _______.
Correct Answer: Aerial
3. The most expensive method of installing underground fiber optic cable plant is usually _______.
Correct Answer: Directional boring
4. An often overlooked option to lower cost in aerial installations is using all-dielectric self-supporting (ADSS) cable.
Correct Answer: True
5. In metro areas, it’s often possible to save costs by installing more cables in current ducts by _______.
Correct Answer: All of the above
6. While it is common to focus on the fiber optic cable to save costs, the cable typically represents less than _______% of the cost of the installed cable plant.
Correct Answer: 10
7. Splicing fiber can be very expensive, but costs can be cut _______.
Correct Answer: Using ribbon cable and mass fusion (ribbon) splicing
8. Testing is another high-cost item in a fiber optic project. You can save money by not testing every fiber.
Correct Answer: False
9. When making cost estimates, it is usual to approximate the amount of cable needed by adding _______ to the length of the cable plant cable route.
Correct Answer: 10%–15%
10. Leftover cable after the job is finished should be _______.
Correct Answer: Saved for restoration when needed in the future
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