Description

The PSHC Low OH Fiber is a cutting-edge optical fiber solution designed for high-performance applications requiring efficient light transmission and coupling. With its large core diameter, this fiber ensures easy handling and superior coupling efficiency to both LED and laser sources. The innovative low-index polymer cladding enhances temperature stability, making it suitable for a variety of demanding environments.

Additionally, the fiber supports crimp and cleave technology, allowing for quick and straightforward connectorization, which is ideal for time-sensitive projects. One of the standout features of the PSHC fiber is its optional fluorine-doped silica layer, which surrounds the core glass. This layer significantly increases the fiber's laser damage threshold and reduces attenuation, particularly in the ultra type variant. This makes the fiber highly versatile, capable of operating efficiently across a broad wavelength range.

The enlarged optical window design further broadens its applicability, enabling the use of a wide array of light sources, which is crucial for diverse industrial and scientific applications. The PSHC fiber is particularly suited for laser power transmission, medical applications involving laser and sensor technology, and factory automation. It is also an excellent choice for near-infrared spectroscopy and optical pyrometry, thanks to its robust optical characteristics.

The fiber's step-index profile and numerical aperture of 0.37 ensure precise light guidance, while its mechanical and temperature characteristics, such as an operating temperature range of -40 to +85°C and a short-term maximum temperature of +125°C, provide reliability under various conditions. The fiber's design and material choices make it an optimal solution for industries seeking high-quality, durable, and efficient optical fibers.

PSHC 200/230 Low OH Fiber for Laser and LED Applications

Specifications

Core Diameter: 200 um
Wavelength Range: 600 – 1600 nm
Fiber Core Material: Synthetic Silica
Core Diameter: 200 ± 4 µm
Cladding Diameter: 230 ± 5 µm
Core/Clad Offset: ≤ 5 µm
Attenuation At 650nm (ultra): ≤ 10 dB/km
Attenuation At 650nm (standard): ≤ 15 dB/km
Attenuation At 850nm: ≤ 8 dB/km
Attenuation At 940nm (ultra): ≤ 10 dB/km
Attenuation At 940nm (standard): ≤ 15 dB/km
Attenuation At 1300nm (ultra): ≤ 10 dB/km
Attenuation At 1300nm (standard): ≤ 20 dB/km
Numerical Aperture: 0.37 ± 0.02
Operating Temperature Range: -40 to +85 °C
Max. Temperature (short Term): +125 °C
Proof-test: 0.7 GPa
Bending Radius (Short-term): 10 mm
Bending Radius (Long-term): 30 mm

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Features

  • Large Core Diameter: The PSHC fiber features a large core diameter of 200 µm, ensuring easy handling and high coupling efficiency with LED and laser sources.
  • Low-Index Polymer Cladding: Provides high temperature stability and is compatible with crimp & cleave technology for quick and easy connectorization.
  • Optional Fluorine-Doped Silica Layer: Enhances the fiber with a high laser damage threshold and low attenuation, especially in the ultra type.
  • Wide Wavelength Range: The enlarged optical window design allows the use of a broad spectrum of light sources.
  • Two Attenuation Classes: Available in ultra and standard classes to suit different application needs.
  • Step-Index Profile: Ensures consistent performance across various applications.
  • Numerical Aperture: 0.37 ± 0.02, providing excellent light gathering ability.
  • Temperature Resilience: Operates effectively in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +85°C, with a maximum short-term temperature of +125°C.
  • Durability: Proof-tested to 0.7 GPa, ensuring robust performance under stress.
  • Bending Radius: Short-term bending radius of 10 mm and long-term bending radius of 30 mm, offering flexibility in installation.

Applications

  • Laser Power Transmission: The PSHC fiber's large core diameter and high coupling efficiency make it ideal for transmitting laser power over long distances with minimal loss.
  • Medical Applications: Suitable for laser and sensor technology in medical devices, the fiber's high temperature stability and low attenuation ensure reliable performance in critical applications.
  • Factory Automation: The fiber's robust design and high temperature tolerance make it perfect for use in automated manufacturing environments where precision and reliability are crucial.
  • Near-IR Spectroscopy: With its wide wavelength range and low attenuation, the PSHC fiber is excellent for near-infrared spectroscopy applications, providing accurate and efficient light transmission.
  • Optical Pyrometry: The fiber's ability to handle high temperatures and its low attenuation make it suitable for optical pyrometry, allowing for precise temperature measurements in industrial settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the PSHC Low OH fiber?
The PSHC Low OH fiber features a large core diameter for easy handling and high coupling efficiency to LED and laser sources. It has a special low-index polymer cladding for high temperature stability and can be used with crimp & cleave technology for fast connectorization. An optional fluorine-doped silica layer provides a high laser damage threshold and low attenuation.
What applications are suitable for the PSHC Low OH fiber?
The PSHC Low OH fiber is suitable for laser power transmission, medical applications (including laser and sensor technology), factory automation, near-IR spectroscopy, and optical pyrometry.
How does the optional F-doped silica layer benefit the PSHC fiber?
The optional fluorine-doped silica layer enhances the PSHC fiber by providing a high laser damage threshold and reducing attenuation, making it ideal for high-power laser applications and a wide wavelength range.
What are the attenuation specifications for the PSHC ultra and standard fibers?
For the PSHC ultra fiber, the attenuation is ≤ 10 dB/km at 650nm, ≤ 8 dB/km at 850nm, and ≤ 10 dB/km at 940nm and 1300nm. The PSHC standard fiber has an attenuation of ≤ 15 dB/km at 650nm, ≤ 8 dB/km at 850nm, and ≤ 15 dB/km at 940nm and ≤ 20 dB/km at 1300nm.
What is the operating temperature range for the PSHC Low OH fiber?
The operating temperature range for the PSHC Low OH fiber is from -40°C to +85°C, with a maximum short-term temperature of +125°C.
What is the numerical aperture of the PSHC Low OH fiber?
The numerical aperture of the PSHC Low OH fiber is 0.37 with a tolerance of +/-0.02, which allows for efficient light collection and transmission.

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