Splices are critical points in the optical fibre network, as they strongly affect not only the quality of the links, but also their lifetime. In fact the splice shall ensure high quality and stability of performance with time. High quality in splicing is
2000ITU-T L.12-2000 Optical Fibre Joints Series L: Construction, Installation and Protection of Cables and Other Elements of Outside Plant Study Group 6
ITU-T L.12-2000 Optical Fibre Joints Series L: Construction, Installation and Protection of Cables and Other Elements of Outside Plant Study Group 6 was changed to ITU-T L.400-2008 Optical fibre splices.