Metal-coated Silica Fibers: Multi-Mode, Cu-alloy Coated

Specifications

Core Diameter: 9 um
Wavelength Range: 220 – 2400 nm
Cable Length: 1 m
Fiber Core Material: Silica
Available Fiber Core Diameters: 9, 50, 100, 200, 400, 600 µm
Type: Step / Graded Index
Coating Material: Copper-alloy
Coating Thickness: 15 - 50 µm
Operating Temperature Range: –270 to +600 °C
Humidity Tolerance: Up to 100%
Core/Cladding Material: Pure/Fluorine Doped Silica (Step), Ge Doped Silica (Graded)
Coating Material: Copper-Alloy
Numerical Aperture (Standard): 0.22 ± 0.02
Numerical Aperture (Custom): 0.12 / 0.26 ± 0.02
Long-Term Min. Bending Radius: 200 × fiber OD µm
Short-Term Min. Bending Radius: 100 × fiber OD µm
Tensile Strength: 3.5 – 6 GPa
Two-Point Bending Strength: >10 GPa
Static Fatigue Parameter: >100
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Features


  • Wide Operating Temperature: From –270°C to +600°C in non-oxidizing atmospheres

  • Excellent Mechanical Strength: High tensile and bending strength with long service life

  • Vacuum Compatibility: No outgassing, ideal for ultra-clean and vacuum systems

  • Solderable Interface: Epoxy-free integration into metal ferrules and connectors

  • Sterilization Ready: ETO, steam, gamma, or e-beam sterilizable

  • Heat Dissipation: Copper-alloy coating enables efficient thermal management

  • Flexible NA Options: Standard NA 0.22, with custom variants from 0.12 to 0.26

Applications


  • High-Temperature Environments: Suitable for aerospace, furnaces, and reactors

  • Chemical & Radiation-Resistant Systems: Ideal for nuclear or corrosive settings

  • Oil & Gas Exploration: Downhole sensing and harsh field conditions

  • Medical Devices & Diagnostics: Use in sterilized environments or surgical tools

  • High Power Laser Delivery: Secure and heat-tolerant optical channels

  • Vacuum System Integration: For cleanroom and analytical instrumentation

  • Soldered Fiber Assemblies: Durable configurations without adhesives