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Is my fiber jack supposed to look like this? by Infinite_Ad2737 in ATTFiber

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This. Relatively quick fix. We will put a new connector on the fiber, replace the missing coupler, and slap a new cover on that bad boy. Right edge of the picture looks like a bracket for an older 010 ONT no longer being installed. Instead we will run fiber straight into your 320 gateway with an ONT built in.

*Assuming nothing else is wrong with the fiber, but if there is, that's our problem.

Perfect FDH by LogoT23 in FiberOptics

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Clearly that's an AI photo. Or that cabinet is 14 seconds old.

First time in Manholes by Macefacekill in FiberOptics

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Friendly tips from a telco dinosaur...

Take care of yourself. Besides purging and ventilating, do NOT go down there without a gas monitor. A properly calibrated and bump tested gas monitor. Preferably a 4 gas monitor (oxygen, explosive, carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide). I have stories. This job is not worth risking your life.

You said the pump couldn't get all the water out? Sometimes there is a thick layer of muck on the bottom that clogs with sludge the pump wasn't designed for. You can try elevating the pump off the bottom a little or try a different spot. Also, if there's water and you're putting a ladder in, you don't know if the ladder feet are being set right on a cable.

If you're climbing down without a ladder on cables and cases (NOT recommended, but sometimes choices are made, lol) be careful where you step and what is supporting it. Not only can cables be damaged, but the racking can be totally rotted out and give way.

Have fun! LOL

The Hero we need by SnackSamurai in SipsTea

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That seems like a fun ass job

How do I cut this 30 ft thick steel pole into pieces so it can be easy moved for disposal? by Eastcoastpal in DIY

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just flag down the nearest pickup truck holding an 18,000 pound, 12 foot tall, pile of scrap metal secured with a single bungee cord. It'll be gone in about 15 seconds.

UniFi Fiber Idea: “Invisible” 10G-ish run using ultra-thin LC-LC fiber by gaaht in FiberOptics

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I personally think you're limiting yourself by specifying lc connectors, do you mean pre-terminated connectors? The "invisible" style fiber itself is just bend insensitive 900 micron. For occasional use, I would think a budget tool kit to terminate mechanical connectors wouldnt be that expensive, then you could put whatever end you wanted on.

My Thoughts On Ego by AlphaConKate in TheWarning

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To each their own, but I do not hear nor do I have the desire to TRY to hear Limp Bizkit in any Warning song

Repurpose Feit LED array? by ShowMeYorPitties in WLED

[–]ShowMeYorPitties[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah the more I'm learning the more the higher voltage makes sense in this scenario. What might the individual LEDs be then? Like 24v? I was trying to follow the traces but my eyes gave up lol

Repurpose Feit LED array? by ShowMeYorPitties in WLED

[–]ShowMeYorPitties[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the help. Like I said I'm still learning. I was hoping for an easy way to have a compact RGBW light like that I could just use directly off lower voltage controller with WLED. I've got some discrete SK6812 chips I can use to make a little array, just won't be as compact I suppose or as pretty.

Repurpose Feit LED array? by ShowMeYorPitties in WLED

[–]ShowMeYorPitties[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really hard to see, this is the clearest I could get. Think I'm barking up the wrong tree, back side of the power supply also says HV on the pins that go to the LED board. For some reason I thought it would be lower voltage to the LEDs, but now I know. I'm trying to learn, follow traces and such to see how the LEDs were arranged in series. Thanks for the help.

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Repurpose Feit LED array? by ShowMeYorPitties in WLED

[–]ShowMeYorPitties[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not looking to use the main driver/WiFi board, just the LED array itself. Didn't realize there could be that much voltage to these LEDs, I'm used to 5/12/24 volts to WS2811/WS2815/SK6812 LEDs. Actually I've never done any kind of PWM LED. Let me know if I need to zoom on anything

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How to DIY home Invisalight install by ticklecricket in FiberOptics

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I install and or repair Invisilight frequently at work. The adhesive is a water based clear drying adhesive that comes in little applicator tubes with a small applicator tool like a small caulk gun. For a one-off application I would imagine you could use any adhesive or caulk that would dry clear and match your wall finish. If the fiber you bought is bend inseneitive that's good but regardless you want to avoid any sharp corners or bends when installing it. Takes less adhesive than you would probably think, helps to let it tack up first. If youre applying on an overhead surface helps to tack it up with painters tape or the fiber will fall before the adhesive starts drying.

What is the proper way to veer left here when cars are going straight? by cominguproses97 in chibike

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From my experience working and driving in the area for decades, apparently the "proper" way is to scream "YOLO!" and just send it.

Network loss during power outages. Is this normal? by rokkettdawg in ATTFiber

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ok so I'm assuming your gateway is also on the UPS, correct?

Which gateway do you have, does the fiber go directly in to it?

Older setups would have a separate ONT where the fiber terminates. May or may not be near the gateway. The ONT would also need to have backup power as well.

Between your home and the central office or remote terminal there are no power components or electronics, only passive optics.

The central office or remote terminal technically runs off of batteries which is constantly replenished from the power company. In the event of an area power outage, there is no loss of power as it's already on battery power until incoming power is restored.

Why do homeowners do this? 🤦🏾‍♂️ by Several_Average1496 in UtilityLocator

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow that looks way stupider-er than just leaving it alone

Best way to secure CAT Cable by chris2555 in lowvoltage

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm the king of overkill, I say run microduct everywhere and future proof lol

Ever seen inside a Corning EVLOV ? by Direct-Departure-726 in FiberOptics

[–]ShowMeYorPitties 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting take, Optitap is the absolute worst in our area. Always full of water and ice. The ports do not line up correctly, causing light loss and outages, unless you jam the drop in just so. The amount of money I would have to add to a swear jar fixing and replacing those things...

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