Multi-Mode Fibers
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Multi-Mode Fibers: Versatile Solutions for Short to Medium Distance Data Transmission
Multi-mode fibers are designed to carry multiple light modes simultaneously, making them highly suitable for short to medium distance applications such as local area networks (LANs), data centers, and industrial automation. These fibers typically have larger core diameters, commonly 50 or 62.5 microns, allowing multiple modes to propagate, which simplifies coupling with light sources like LEDs and VCSELs.
FindLight offers a variety of multi-mode fiber products, including radiation-hard multimode fibers that maintain performance even in high-radiation environments such as nuclear facilities, aerospace, or medical equipment. These fibers ensure signal stability and integrity despite harsh conditions.
Another notable product is the power delivery silica core fiber, designed for applications involving high-power laser transmission. These fibers offer excellent optical properties like low attenuation and high damage thresholds, enabling efficient laser energy delivery in industrial cutting, welding, or medical laser systems.
Multi-mode fibers are valued for their cost-effectiveness and ease of installation, especially in environments where ultra-long distances and ultra-high bandwidths are not necessary. They support high data rates over distances up to a few kilometers, making them ideal for intra-building communication.
Choosing the right multi-mode fiber involves considering core size, numerical aperture, attenuation, and environmental factors such as temperature range and mechanical stress tolerance. FindLight’s broad catalog provides fibers optimized for different wavelengths, bandwidths, and operational conditions.