One of the keys to performing a successful fiber-optic splice is cleanliness. The optical fiber needs to be properly cleaned prior to cleaving and splicing. In addition, the splicing area should
be kept as clean as possible. As discussed earlier in the chapter, a microscopic piece of dirt could
cause lateral displacement, end separation, or angular misalignment.
Prior to starting any splice, ensure you have lint-free wipes designed for optical ber; a solvent
designed to clean and remove the coating residue from the optical ber; and if you will be