FiberTech Polarization-Maintaining Fiber - 84821003H

Specifications

Mode Field Diameter: 4 um
Wavelength Range: 480 – 540 nm
Numerical Aperture: 0.1
Fiber Type: Panda
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Features


  • Polarization Maintaining: Special single-mode fibers designed to maintain the polarization of light, ideal for networks with optical fibers, pump lasers, and microscopic applications.

  • Stress Elements: Embedded in the cladding to exert mechanical stresses on the fiber core, leading to birefringence.

  • Design Variants: Available in different designs such as Panda and Bow Tie for specific application needs.

  • Mode Field Diameter: Ranges from 3.2 μm to 6.6 μm depending on the wavelength, ensuring optimal performance across different applications.

  • Jacket Diameter: Uniform 125 µm across most variants, providing consistent handling and installation.

  • Wavelength Range: Covers a wide spectrum from 400 nm to 1390 nm, suitable for various optical applications.

  • Cut-Off Wavelength: Varies from 365 nm to 1150 nm, tailored to specific transmission properties.

  • Attenuation: Low attenuation rates, as low as 2 dB/km at 1300 nm, ensuring efficient light transmission.

  • Numerical Aperture: Ranges from 0.10 to 0.16, providing flexibility for different optical setups.

  • Coating: Acrylate coating with a diameter of 245 µm or 400 µm, offering protection and durability.

  • Customizable: Jacketings and assemblies are available on request to meet specific project requirements.

  • Order Numbers: Unique identifiers for easy ordering and inventory management.

Applications


  • Network Applications: Polarization-maintaining fibers are essential in optical fiber networks to ensure signal integrity by maintaining the polarization of light.

  • Pump Lasers: These fibers are used in pump lasers, which are crucial in amplifying optical signals and improving transmission performance.

  • Microscopic Applications: In microscopy, polarization-maintaining fibers help in precise imaging and analysis by preserving the polarization state of light.

  • Optical Communication: These fibers are used in optical communication systems for high-speed data transfer with minimal signal loss.

  • Laser Systems: Polarization-maintaining fibers are used in laser systems to ensure consistent polarization and improve beam quality.

  • Scientific Research: They are utilized in various scientific research applications where precise light polarization is required.

  • Sensors: These fibers are used in sensor applications that require stable and accurate polarization measurements.