TECS Hard-Clad Fiber Applications ZEL BUFFER TEF CS CLAD TE * Laser Delivery Systems - Medical - Industrial - Ordnance Initiation - Short-Haul Data and Video Communications * Laser Diode Systems * Sensing Systems - Medical - Industrial - Spectroscopy * Illumination Systems Advantages ICA CORE SIL * Hard cladding increases fiber strength and reduces static fatigue in humid environments. It also protects the fiber during buffer stripping to prevent fiber breakage. * Provides efficient light coupling and superior transmission in tight bends due to high numerical aperture. * High core-to-clad bonding prevents pistoning and provides more stable crimpand-cleave or epoxy terminations. * Small overall fiber size for small size constraints. * High concentricity and core-to-clad ratio for excellent connection alignment, fiber core positioning and high transmission bundles. * TECS cladding is removable with acetone, enabling low-cost, highly reliable, custom end designs. * Custom fiber sizes and coatings are available for specific applications. * Low-OH fibers for visible to near-IR transmission 1.457 TECS 39 1.404 1.403 TECS 48 1.376 Refractive Index At 633nm Typical Spectral Response FT-200-DMT Power-Core Fiber TECS Hard-Clad Fiber Specifications Core Diameter Clad Diameter Buffer Diameter1 m m 200 5 225 5 m 500 30 Bandwidth @ 820nm MHz-km 20 Maximum Core Offset m 5 Acceptance Angle (Full) - TECS 39 Maximum Power Capability - CW2 - Pulsed3 Operating Temperature @ 820nm 46 kW MW 0.2 1.0 C -65 to +125 Proof Test Level kpsi 100 Minimum Bend Diameter - Recommended Short Term5 - Recommended Long Term6 Numerical Aperture4 mm mm 20 40 0.39 0.02 dB/km FT-200-DMT 98-0400-1318-1 6 Part Number Stock Number Maximum Attenuation @ 820nm 1 Standard buffer coating is Tefzel(R) 210. 2 Based on 1 MW/cm2 for 1064nm Nd:YAG laser and input spot size equal to 80 percent of the core diameter. 3 Based on 5 GW/cm2 for 1064nm Nd:YAG laser with 10 nsec. pulse length and input spot size equal to 80 percent of the core diameter. 4 2 meters, 50% intensity. 5 Recommended geometric strain during installation is 100% of proof test level, based on statistical analysis of fiber failures. 6 Recommended geometric strain is 50% of proof test level, based on statistical analysis of fiber failures. Important Notice All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to 3M's products are based on information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Before using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated with such use. Any statements related to the product which are not contained in 3M's current publications, or any contrary statements contained on your purchase order shall have no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon, in writing, by an authorized officer of 3M. Warranty; Limited Remedy; Limited Liability. This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture for a period of one year from the date of purchase. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If this product is defective within the warranty period stated above, your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3M's option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of the 3M product. Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from this 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential regardless of the legal theory asserted. 3 Optical Components 6801 River Place Blvd. Austin, TX 78726-9000 1-866-474-9029 FAX (512) 984-6869 http://www.3M.com/fibers Litho in USA. 40% Pre-consumer waste paper 10% Post-consumer waste paper (c) 3M Company 2002