Saltatory Conduction
An animation of saltatory conduction shows smooth conduction of the action potential in unmyelinated neuron and saltatory (or jumping) conduction in a myelinated axon. Saltatory conduction is faster than smooth conduction. Some typical action potential velocities are as follows:
| Fiber | Diameter | AP Velocity |
| Unmyelinated | 0.2-1.0 micron | 0.2-2 m/sec |
| Myelinated | 2-20 microns | 12-120 m/sec |