Metal-coated Silica Fibers: Step Index, 9/125, Cu-alloy Coated

Name: Metal-coated Silica Fibers: Step Index, 9/125, Cu-alloy Coated
Brand: Art photonics GmbH
Availability: InStock

Description

art photonics’ Copper-alloy Coated Silica Fibers are the optimal solution for applications in high temperature, vacuum and harsh environment conditions. Cu-alloy coated fibers have all benefits of silica fibers. Additional significant advantages include a superior mechanical strength and better fatigue resistance compared to polymer coated fibers.

The transmission range spans 220 to 2400 nm depending on UV or NIR silica fiber core choice. The working temperature range is from -270°C to 600°C; humidity – up to 100%.

Specifications

Core Diameter:	9 um
Wavelength Range:	180 – 2400 nm
Cable Length:	Not Specified
Fiber Core Material:	Silica
Coating Material:	Copper-alloy
Core Diameter:	9 µm
Cladding:	125 ± 2% µm
Coating Thickness:	165 ± 2% µm
Available Fiber Core Diameters:	9, 50, 100, 200, 400, 600 µm

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Features

Core/Cladding material: Pure Fused Silica Core/Fluorine Doped Silica Cladding
High OH- ( λ= 0.22 – 1.2 μm)
Low OH- ( λ= 0.35 – 2.5 μm)
Numerical Aperture (NA): 0.12 ± 0.02 (Full Acceptance Angle 14°)
Material of metal coating: Cu-alloy (Al is available)
Humidity Range: Up to 100%
Minimal bending radius (long term): 200 x fiber outer diameter
Minimal bending radius (short term): 100 x fiber outer diameter
Coating material: Copper-alloy
Min operating temperature: -270°C
Max operating temperature: 600°C
Tensile strength (short gauge): 3.5–6 GPa
Two point bending strength: >10GPa
Static fatigue parameter: >100

Applications

High temperature environments
Harsh chemical environments
Nuclear radiation resistant devices
High power laser delivery
Down-hole sensing for oil and gas industry
Medical applications
Soldered fiber bundles

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Metal Coated Fibers?

Metal Coated Fibers are silica fibers coated with metal, such as aluminum or copper, that are designed for use in high temperature, vacuum, and harsh chemical environments.

What is the core material of Metal Coated Fibers?

The core material of Metal Coated Fibers is pure silica, with high or low OH- depending on the wavelength range.

What is the numerical aperture of Metal Coated Fibers?

The standard numerical aperture of Metal Coated Fibers is 0.22 ± 0.02, with available numerical apertures of 0.12 ± 0.02 and 0.26 ± 0.02.

What is the temperature range for Metal Coated Fibers?

Metal Coated Fibers can operate in temperatures ranging from -270°C to 400°C for Al and up to 600°C for Cu-alloy.

What are some applications of Metal Coated Fibers?

Metal Coated Fibers are used in high temperature environments, harsh chemical environments, nuclear radiation, high power laser delivery, medical applications, and soldered fiber bundles.