Cascaded - Optical Tap Architecture

Unlike other network topologies, Optical TAP networks work by managing the signal power on a single fiber. Optical taps leverage a 1x2 bias splitter which directs part of the optical signal to the premises and passes through the remaining signal to the next tap location.

Networks must be ‘balanced’ to ensure an even signal strength is received at each premises--which is achieved by varying the bias splitter ratios along the network length. Optical TAP networks offer an extremely lean optical fiber network topology--ideally suited for rural and lower density housing environments.