Permanent Link Certification
When is permanent link testing appropriate?
The permanent link test is used to certify the permanent cabling infrastructure and is typically conducted during the installation phase of the network.
Adapter Required: Permanent Link Adapters
Patch Cord Certification
When is patch cord testing appropriate?
Patch cord testing is used to quickly verify whether a patch cord meets industry performance specifications, and to ensure channel compliance when used with a compliant PL.
Adapter Required: Patch Cord Adapters
Channel Certification
When is channel testing appropriate?
The channel test involves everything in the permanent link test, plus the patch cords in the work area, and those used for interconnection and/or cross connection. Channel certification only occurs when patch cords are in place and it is guaranteed that they will not be swapped out or reversed .
Adapter Required: Channel Adapter
Modular Plug Terminated Link Certification
The modular plug terminated link has an interconnect (modular jack) on one end and a modular plug on the other, and is tested on one end with a permanent link adapter and the other with a patch cord adapter. The MPTL is used in applications where a patch cord is unnecessary or inconvenient such as LED lighting, security, and wireless access points.
Adapter Required: Permanent Link and Patch Cord Adapters
Sourcing from Fluke article.
