When looking for a low cost fiber with a high numerical aperture (N.A.) for more efficient light coupling, the Anhydroguide™ PCS is the fiber of choice. With an N.A. of 0.37 and a plastic cladding that allows a high core-to-clad ratio, satisfies those requirements and more. The pure fused silica (SiO2) used in the core of the Anhydroguide™ fiber is made by reacting silicon tetrachloride (SiCi4) with oxygen (O2) using a plasma arc rather than an oxy-hydrogen flame. This ensures that the residual hydroxyl concentration (OH) will be low in the core material resulting in superior infrared transmission as compared with flame prepared silica that is used in the companion product, Superguide™ which has superior ultraviolet (UV) transmission.
| Fiberguide Industries, Inc. | |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Light Guides |
| Product Number | APC600/700N |
| Product Name | Anhydroguide PCS |
| Light Guide Type | Fiber Optic |
| Angle | Flexible |
| Diameter | 0.6000 mm (0.0236 inch) |
| Core Material | Silica / Quartz |
