Fiber Splicing Pigtails: High-Quality Fiber Solutions for Splicing Applications
iFiber Optix fiber splicing pigtails are factory-terminated and polished in controlled environments, delivering the low insertion loss and high return loss that field-spliced connections require. Available in Easy Strip and 900μm tight-buffer configurations for both singlemode and multimode fiber, these pigtails are built with Corning fiber and TIA-598-A color coding for reliable, organized splicing in telecommunications, data center, and industrial applications.
The Advantage of Factory-Terminated Pigtails
Using pre-terminated pigtails instead of field-polishing connectors eliminates the most variable step in fiber installation. Every pigtail is end-faced and inspected under controlled factory conditions — delivering consistent optical quality that field termination cannot reliably match.
Splice pigtails onto existing fiber cables with a fusion splicer — the most time-efficient field termination method, with no polishing consumables or cure time.
All pigtails are terminated and polished under controlled conditions — every connector end-face meets low insertion loss and high return loss specifications before it leaves the factory.
Built with Corning optical fiber for proven long-term network performance — low insertion loss, minimal back reflection, and consistent transmission characteristics across the full pigtail length.
Easy Strip Fiber Pigtails
Singlemode & Multimode — 6-Pack or 12-Pack
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Fiber | Corning Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Type | Singlemode (OS1/OS2) & Multimode (OM1–OM4) |
| Buffer Type | Easy Strip |
| Color Coding | TIA-598-A Standard |
| Pack Configurations | 6-Pack / 12-Pack |
| Connector Options | LC, SC, FC, ST (multiple available) |
| Insertion Loss | Low — Corning fiber, factory polished |
| Back Reflection | Minimal — factory end-face inspection |
| Jacket | Durable outer jacket for installation protection |
Key Features
900μm Tight Buffer Pigtails
High Fiber Count & High-Density Splicing Applications
Key Features
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Fiber | Corning Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Type | Singlemode (OS1/OS2) & Multimode (OM1–OM4) |
| Buffer Diameter | 900μm Tight Buffer |
| Color Coding | TIA-598-A Standard |
| Target Applications | High fiber count / high-density splicing |
| Connector Options | LC, SC, FC, ST (multiple available) |
| Insertion Loss | Low — Corning fiber, factory polished |
| Back Reflection | Minimal — factory end-face inspection |
| Compatibility | Standard splice trays & cassettes |
Pigtail Type Comparison
Both pigtail types use Corning fiber and factory termination — the choice between them comes down to buffer type, intended installation environment, and splice hardware compatibility.
| Feature | Easy Strip Pigtails | 900μm Tight Buffer Pigtails |
|---|---|---|
| Buffer Type | Easy Strip | 900μm Tight Buffer |
| Best For | General splicing, varied environments | High-density, high fiber count projects |
| Pack Options | 6-Pack / 12-Pack | Multiple configurations |
| Fiber | Corning | Corning |
| Color Coding | TIA-598-A | TIA-598-A |
| Fiber Type | SM / MM | SM / MM |
| Connector Options | LC, SC, FC, ST & more | LC, SC, FC, ST & more |
| Spec Sheet | Download PDF | Download PDF |
Applications
iFiber Optix splicing pigtails are deployed wherever factory-quality connector performance is required at a field splice point.
Telecommunications
Expand and extend fiber networks at the point of need — splice pigtails onto existing outside plant cable runs to terminate with any connector type without pre-terminated assembly lead times.
Data Centers
High-density 900μm tight-buffer pigtails integrate directly into standard splice cassettes and trays, supporting the fiber counts and cable management discipline that modern data center infrastructure requires.
Industrial Networks
Durable outer jackets and Corning fiber construction deliver the mechanical protection and long-term transmission reliability required in factory, process control, and harsh-environment industrial fiber deployments.
Frequently Asked Questions
A fiber optic splicing pigtail is a short length of optical fiber that is pre-terminated with a connector on one end and left bare on the other. The bare end is fusion-spliced onto an existing fiber cable in the field, while the factory-polished connector end provides the optical interface to patch panels, enclosures, or equipment. This approach combines the flexibility of field installation with the optical quality of factory termination.
Easy Strip pigtails feature a buffer design that simplifies stripping at the splice preparation stage, reducing installation time in general splicing applications. 900μm tight-buffer pigtails use the industry-standard 900 micron buffer diameter, which is optimized for high-fiber-count, high-density installations and provides direct compatibility with standard splice trays and cassettes. Both types use Corning fiber and factory-polished connectors.
Yes. Both Easy Strip and 900μm tight-buffer pigtails are available in singlemode (OS1/OS2) and multimode (OM1–OM4) configurations. Select the fiber type to match your existing cable plant and transceiver specifications. All versions use Corning fiber and TIA-598-A color coding for easy identification.
Factory termination eliminates the variability of field polishing — the step most responsible for inconsistent insertion loss in field-terminated assemblies. Factory-polished pigtails are end-faced and inspected under controlled conditions before shipment, delivering consistent optical performance that field polishing cannot reliably reproduce. Combined with fusion splicing, pigtails provide faster installation, lower labor cost, and more predictable optical performance than field polish connectors.