Polarization Maintaining (PM) Fiber Patch Cable

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
Key Orientation: Slow axis aligned(default); Fast axis aligned
Polarization Angle Tolerance: ±3 degrees (standard grade); ±1.5 degrees (high grade)
Length Tolerance: ±0.1 m or 10% of length, whichever is larger
Operating Temperature: -5 to +70 °C
Storage Temperature: -40 to +85 °C
Jacket Options: Ø250 μm bare, Ø900 μm loose tube, Ø2.0 mm, Ø3.0 mm cable
Customization: High ER, length, connector type, key alignment, jacketing – all available on request
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Features


  • High Extinction Ratio: Standard ≥20 dB; up to ≥30 dB available on request

  • Low Insertion Loss: As low as 0.2 dB typical at telecom wavelengths

  • Industry Standard Connectors: FC, SC, LC (UPC/APC); custom options available

  • High Reliability: Compliant with Telcordia performance standards

  • Customizable Design: Length, fiber type, connector, and key orientation configurable

  • Precision Alignment: Slow or fast axis alignment with tight angle tolerance (±3°/±1.5°)

Applications


  • PM Fiber Sensing Systems: Maintains polarization for accurate signal transmission

  • Optical Testing Instruments: Ensures high signal integrity for lab-grade measurements

  • Quantum & Photonics Research: Supports sensitive polarization-dependent experiments

  • Telecommunication Networks: Enhances PM fiber links with low loss and high ER

  • Laser Systems and Interferometry: Suitable for stability-critical optical paths