Polarization-Maintaining Cables

PMJ-D Series Near Infrared Polarization Maintaining Fiber Patchcords

PMJ-D Series Near Infrared Polarization Maintaining Fiber Patchcords

Connet PMJ-D series near infrared polarization maintaining fiber patchcords are specially designed for near infrared wavelength applications, ranging from 900nm to 1650nm. The typical working wavelength is ...

Specifications
Part No.: PMJ-D-980 | PMJ-D-1064 | PMJ-D-1310 | PMJ-D-1550
Fiber Type: PM980B-XP | PM980B-XP | PM1300B-XP | PM1550B-XP
Wavelength Range: 970-1550nm | 970-1550nm | 1270-1625nm | 1440-1625nm
Return Loss: >55 dB
Core Diameter: 5.5 | 5.5 | 8.0 | 8.5 um
Ultra-Stable PM Fiber Patch Cable for Quantum Optics/ Cold Atoms

Ultra-Stable PM Fiber Patch Cable for Quantum Optics/ Cold Atoms

The ultra-stable polarization-maintaining single-mode fiber patch cable developed by CSRayzer is specially designed. Compared with the conventional polarization-maintaining fiber patch cable, it has the ...

Sold by: CSRayzer Optical Technology Ships from: China
Specifications
Wavelength Range: 350-2000 nm
Optical Fiber Type: PM Fiber
Typical Insertion Loss: 1/0.8/0.5 dB
Polarization Extinction Ratio (ultra-stable): 25 dB
Peak Power: 100mW/300mW/2W/5W optional
Polarization Maintaining (PM)  Fiber Patch Cable with High Extinction Ratio

Polarization Maintaining (PM) Fiber Patch Cable with High Extinction Ratio

Lfiber\'s Polarization Maintaining (PM) Optical Fiber Patch Cable,is fabricated from Panda polarization-maintaining fibers and high-quality connectors that are compatible with the industry standards. It ...

Sold by: Lfiber Optic Limited Ships from: China
Specifications
Wavelength: 460, 630, 780, 830, 850, 980, 1060, 1064, 1310, 1550, 2000
Connector Type: FC/UPC, FC/APC, SC/UPC, SC/APC, LC/UPC, LC/APC
Extinction Ratio @23 °C (dB): ≥20 (standard grade), ≥23 (medium grade), ≥28 (high grade)
Fiber Type: Polarization-maintaining (PM) Panda fibers
Polarization Maintaining (PM) Fiber Patch Cable

Polarization Maintaining (PM) Fiber Patch Cable

The Polarization Maintaining (PM) Fiber Patch Cable is engineered for high-precision optical applications requiring stable polarization control and minimal optical loss. Designed to meet Telcordia specifications, ...

Sold by: Lfiber Optic Limited Ships from: China
Specifications
Wavelength (nm): 460, 630, 780, 830, 850, 980, 1060, 1064, 1310, 1550, 2000
Connector: None, FC/UPC, FC/APC, SC/UPC, SC/APC, LC/UPC, LC/APC, Custom …
Extinction Ratio @23°C (dB): ≥20 (standard), ≥23 (medium), ≥28 (high), ≥30 (on request)
Return Loss (dB): ≥50(UPC Type), ≥60(APC Type)
Fiber Type: Panda Polarization-maintaining (PM) fiber
Polarization-Maintaining Patch Cable, 3.0mm Blue Jacket,  Panda Fiber

Polarization-Maintaining Patch Cable, 3.0mm Blue Jacket, Panda Fiber

Polarization maintaining (PM) fiber optic patch cord is manufactured with polarization maintaining panda fiber and terminated by FC, SC, LC, ST, MU, MPO, MTP and other types of fiber connectors, by PC or APC ...

Specifications
Fiber Type: Panda PM Fiber
Fiber Connector Type: FC/APC
Wavelength: 980-1030-1064-1310-1550 nm
Cladding Diameter: 125.0um
Core Diameter: 8.5um
Polarization-Maintaining Patch Cable, 0.9mm Blue Jacket, Panda Fiber

Polarization-Maintaining Patch Cable, 0.9mm Blue Jacket, Panda Fiber

Polarization maintaining (PM) fiber optic patch cord is manufactured with polarization maintaining panda fiber and terminated by FC, SC, LC, ST, MU, MPO, MTP and other types of fiber connectors, by PC or APC ...

Specifications
Fiber Type:: Panda PM Fiber
Connector Type:: FC/APC
Wavelength:: 980-1030-1064-1310-1550nm
Cladding Diameter:: 125.0um
Core Diameter:: 245.0um
1550nm High-ER PM Patch Cord, 3.0mm Blue Jacket, Panda Fiber

1550nm High-ER PM Patch Cord, 3.0mm Blue Jacket, Panda Fiber

Polarization maintaining (PM) fiber optic patch cord is manufactured with polarization maintaining panda fiber and terminated by FC, SC, LC, ST, MU, MPO, MTP and other types of fiber connectors, by PC or APC ...

Specifications
Fiber Type: Panda PM Fiber
Connector Type: APC UPC-
Wavelengths: 780-980-1064-1310-1550nm
Insertion Loss (dB): 0.3dB (Max.) 0.2dB (Typ.)
Return Loss (dB): 50dB (UPC) 60dB (APC)
PMJ-D Series Mid-infrared Polarization Maintaining Fiber Patchcords

PMJ-D Series Mid-infrared Polarization Maintaining Fiber Patchcords

Connet PMJ-D series mid-infrared polarization maintaining fiber patchcords are specially designed for mid-infrared wavelength application, ranging from 1900nm to 2200nm. The typical working wavelength is ...

Specifications
Part No.: PMJ-D-1950
Insertion Loss: <0.5 dB
Return Loss: 55 dB
Wavelength Range: 1,850-2,200 nm
Storage Temperature: -40 to +85 ℃
980-1060-1310-1480-1550nm Polarization Maintaining Patchcord

980-1060-1310-1480-1550nm Polarization Maintaining Patchcord

The Polarization Maintaining Patchcord (GK-PMP Series) from GKER Photonics Co., Ltd is engineered for high-performance applications requiring superior polarization control and stability. This series is designed to ...

Sold by: GKER Photonics Ships from: China
Specifications
Connector Type: UPC APC -
Wavelength¹: 980, 1060, 1310, 1480, 1550 nm
Typ. Insertion Loss: 0.3 0.4 dB
Max. Insertion Loss¹: 0.5 dB
Min. Return Loss: 50 60 dB
2 um Polarization Maintaining Patchcord

2 um Polarization Maintaining Patchcord

The GKER Photonics Polarization Maintaining (PM) Patchcord Series is engineered to provide superior performance in critical applications requiring stable polarization and minimal signal loss. This series is ...

Sold by: GKER Photonics Ships from: China
Specifications
Connector Type: UPC APC -
Wavelength: 1950 , 2000 nm
Typ. Insertion Loss: 0.3 0.4 dB
Max. Insertion Loss: 0.5 dB
Min. Return Loss: 50 60 dB
980-1060-1310-1480-1550 nm Polarization Maintaining Patchcord

980-1060-1310-1480-1550 nm Polarization Maintaining Patchcord

The Polarization Maintaining (PM) Patchcord series by GKER Photonics Co., Ltd is engineered to deliver exceptional environmental stability, high return loss, and low insertion loss, making it the ideal choice for ...

Sold by: GKER Photonics Ships from: China
Specifications
Connector Type: UPC APC -
Wavelength: 980¹, 1060¹, 1310, 1480, 1550 nm
Typ. Insertion Loss: 0.3 0.4 dB
Max. Insertion Loss: 0.5² dB
Min. Return Loss: 50 60 dB
Polarization Maintaining Fiber Patchcords and Connectors

Polarization Maintaining Fiber Patchcords and Connectors

The Polarization Maintaining (PM) patchcords and connectors are designed for high-precision optical connections. They ensure the maintenance of polarization axis orientation and offer excellent repeatability, low ...

Sold by: OZ Optics Ships from: Canada
Specifications
Design Wavelengths: 1550nm | 1300nm | 980nm | 850nm | 633nm | 488nm
Wavelength Range (1550nm): 1460-1625 nm
Termination: FC/PC, SC, ST, LC, or MU, E2000
Cutoff Wavelength (1550nm): <1450 nm
Fiber Type: PANDA structure standard; other types available on request

Did You Know?

Polarization maintaining fiber cables are specifically designed to maintain the polarization state of light as it propagates through the fiber. This is achieved through the use of a highly birefringent fiber, which has two axes of differing refractive index. These two axes correspond to the two polarization states of light, and they are carefully aligned with the mechanical structure of the cable to ensure that the polarization state is maintained along the length of the fiber. The use of polarization maintaining fiber cables is essential in a range of applications where the polarization state of light needs to be maintained, such as in fiber optic communications, interferometry, telecommunications, sensors, and other specialized photonics utilities. In fiber optic communications, polarization maintaining fibers are used to minimize signal distortion due to polarization mode dispersion, which can limit the transmission distance and data rate. In interferometry, polarization maintaining fibers are used to maintain the phase relationship between the interfering beams of light, allowing for highly precise measurements of optical path length. To ensure optimal performance of polarization maintaining fiber cables, it is important to align them correctly with the input and output optical components. This can be achieved through the use of specialized connectors and alignment tools, and by following strict procedures for handling and installation. Polarization maintaining fiber cables are available in a range of configurations, including single-mode and multimode fibers, and can be customized to meet specific application requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

A polarization-maintaining fiber cable is a type of optical fiber that preserves the polarization state of light as it propagates through the fiber. This is achieved through the use of a birefringent core, which has different refractive indices for light polarized in different directions.

Polarization Maintaining Fiber Cables: Precision Optical Transmission for Demanding Applications

Polarization Maintaining (PM) fiber cables are engineered for high-precision optical systems where preserving the polarization state of light is critical. Unlike standard single-mode or multi-mode fibers, PM fibers maintain the orientation of polarized light throughout transmission, ensuring signal integrity in sensitive systems. At FindLight, you can browse a wide selection of high-performance PM fiber optic cables from top-tier global vendors.

What Are Polarization Maintaining Fiber Cables?

PM fiber cables are constructed using birefringent optical fibers, typically with elliptical or Panda-style cores that guide light along a fixed polarization axis. This specialized design enables the fiber to maintain the polarization state of the input light signal over longer distances with minimal cross-coupling between modes.

These fibers are terminated with high-precision connectors—commonly FC/APC, FC/PC, or LC—aligned to the fiber’s slow or fast axis. Most PM cables are also jacketed in protective materials such as PVC, LSZH, or armored coatings for durability in lab and industrial environments.

Why Use PM Fiber Cables?

  1. Preserve Polarization Integrity: In quantum optics, interferometry, and coherent communication, signal polarization is essential. PM fibers prevent random polarization shifts that could compromise system performance.

  2. Enable High-Stability Systems: PM fibers are crucial in maintaining stable operation in systems like fiber gyroscopes, interferometers, and optical sensors, where even minor polarization drift can cause errors.

  3. Support for High-Precision Lasers: PM fiber cables are commonly used to guide the output of polarization-sensitive lasers, such as DFB, DBR, and some types of fiber lasers, into optical assemblies.

  4. Low Crosstalk and High PER: These cables offer high polarization extinction ratios (PER), ensuring minimal signal degradation in critical applications.

Key Applications

PM fiber optic cables are indispensable in:

  • Quantum optics and quantum communication

  • Fiber-based interferometry systems

  • Polarization-sensitive spectroscopy

  • Coherent optical communication

  • Optical gyroscopes and sensors

  • Fiber laser delivery systems

Whether you're designing a cutting-edge quantum experiment or building a high-stability photonic device, PM fiber cables deliver the polarization control and optical precision you need.

Choosing the Right PM Fiber Cable

When selecting a PM cable, consider:

  • Operating Wavelength: PM fibers are optimized for specific wavelengths (e.g., 780 nm, 980 nm, 1310 nm, 1550 nm).

  • Connector Type and Axis Alignment: Ensure slow-axis or fast-axis alignment based on your source and detector configuration.

  • Jacket Type: Choose from standard PVC for lab use, LSZH for safety-sensitive environments, or armored for harsh conditions.

  • Cable Length and Diameter: Custom lengths and diameters available to match your application footprint.

FindLight allows you to filter products by wavelength, connector type, and other specs to match your exact system requirements.

Shop PM Fiber Cables on FindLight

Explore a curated selection of polarization maintaining fiber cables from trusted global suppliers on FindLight. Each listing includes technical specifications, downloadable datasheets, and contact options for RFQs or customization. Whether for research or industry, FindLight helps you source the precision optics your work demands.