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Description

art photonics' Copper-alloy Coated Silica Fibers are engineered to deliver exceptional optical performance under extreme environmental conditions, making them an ideal choice for demanding industrial, medical, and scientific applications. These fibers combine the optical clarity and wide transmission range of silica fibers (220–2400 nm) with a mechanically robust copper-alloy coating that enhances thermal tolerance and resistance to fatigue.

Designed for use in high temperatures up to +600°C and cryogenic environments as low as –270°C, these fibers are also optimized for high humidity (up to 100%) and vacuum applications, offering zero outgassing performance. The durable metallic coating allows soldering without the need for epoxies, ensuring compatibility with high-vacuum systems and applications requiring sterilization, such as ETO, gamma, or e-beam processes.

Available in single-mode, graded-index, and step-index multimode configurations, these fibers offer flexible options for custom integration, from downhole sensing in the oil and gas industry to high-power laser delivery and medical diagnostics. With superior mechanical strength, high static fatigue resistance, and customizable numerical apertures, these fibers offer unmatched durability and precision in the harshest environments.

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

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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

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.
What are the advantages of using Cu-alloy coated fibers compared to polymer coated fibers?
Cu-alloy coated fibers have superior mechanical strength and better fatigue resistance compared to polymer coated fibers.
What is the transmission range of the Cu-alloy coated silica fibers?
The transmission range spans from 220 to 2400 nm, depending on the UV or NIR silica fiber core choice.
What is the working temperature range of the Cu-alloy coated silica fibers?
The working temperature range is from -270°C to 600°C.
What is the numerical aperture (NA) of the Cu-alloy coated silica fibers?
The numerical aperture (NA) is 0.22 ± 0.02, with a full acceptance angle of 25°.
What are the applications of Cu-alloy coated silica fibers?
The applications include high temperature environments, harsh chemical environments, nuclear radiation resistant devices, high power laser delivery, down-hole sensing for the oil and gas industry, medical applications, and soldered fiber bundles.

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